Zambian president Michael Sata dies in London
LUSAKA (AFP) – Zambias government on Wednesday announced 77-year-old President Michael Sata had died in London of an unspecified illness, leaving behind questions about who will now lead the copper-rich African nation.It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing on of our beloved president, government cabinet secretary Roland Msiska said in an address to the nation.He called for Zambians to remain calm.Sata, nicknamed King Cobra for his biting rhetoric, had ruled Zambia since elections in 2011.He had long been rumoured to be seriously ill, despite fervent government denials.Msiska said Sata died on Tuesday in Londons private King …read more
Source: Dunya TV
