Zambia : HH Mourns Patriot Scott, Accords Former Vice-President State Funeral

Author: lusakatimes.comPublished on: July 16, 2026Country: Zambia

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Zambia : HH Mourns Patriot Scott, Accords Former Vice-President State Funeral

Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has mourned the death of former Vice-President Guy Scott, who died at age 82. Hichilema has accorded Scott a state funeral, praising his patriotism and service to the nation. Guy Scott served as Vice-President of Zambia from 2011 to 2014 under President Michael Sata.

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