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Macabre dispute keeps body of Zambia's former President Edgar Lungu unburied for months

The Hindu International·20 February 2026·4d ago1 min read0 views
Macabre dispute keeps body of Zambia's former President Edgar Lungu unburied for months

The body of former Zambian President Edgar Lungu remains unburied for several months due to a contentious political dispute that has arisen following his death. The ongoing conflict highlights the deep-seated rivalries within Zambia's political landscape, particularly between Lungu's supporters and the current ruling party. This situation has drawn significant public attention, as the late leader's family and political allies seek to secure a suitable burial site amidst opposition from rival factions. The impasse reflects broader issues of power dynamics and political legacies in Zambia, raising questions about how past leaders are honored and remembered in a country still grappling with its political identity. As the standoff continues, many Zambians express frustration over the inability to lay their former leader to rest, underscoring the urgent need for reconciliation in the nation's fractured political arena.

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