Zambia: President Hichilema to attend late Mpezeni’s funeral

Author: lusakatimes.comPublished on: June 8, 2026Country: Zambia

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Zambia: President Hichilema to attend late Mpezeni’s funeral

Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema is set to attend the funeral of the late Mpezeni, a prominent traditional leader. The event will take place soon, though the exact date is not specified. The presidency confirmed the head of state's presence at the ceremony.

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