Former Zambian President Lungu dies aged 68

Overview

Born in 1957, Hakainde Hichilema took over as the president of Zambia after winning the 2021 election. After a year of governing, Zambia has suffered its second loss of a leader and will have their sixth president since 2016.

What's next?

The constitution states that the vice president assumes the role of president until the next election. Vice President Nelly C. Mutti will be in power until the election in August, where a new president will be elected.

Concluion

As the dust settles on this unfortunate event, Zambia finds itself at a crossroads. The country's future hinges on the upcoming election and the ability of the next leader to address the pressing issues facing the nation.