Edgar Chagwa Lungu, who served as Zambia's sixth president from 2015 to 2021, has died, as his political party, the Patriotic Front, and family announced on Thursday.

He died on Thursday morning after receiving specialized medical treatment at a clinic in Pretoria, South Africa.

"My father had been under medical supervision in recent weeks," his daughter Tasila Lungu-Mwansa announced in a video shared on social media.

"His condition was managed with dignity and privacy with support from all well-wishers," she added, without providing further details.

Lungu was recognized for improving Zambia's international standing, strengthening diplomatic relations with neighboring countries and beyond, which helped lift Zambia's image on the global stage.

"We are all ambassadors of our country in our own right," Lungu had said, emphasizing national unity and patriotism. "Whether you belong to the ruling party or........

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