Daughter of Zambia's unburied ex-president loses seat as MP

## Daughter of Zambia's Unburied Former President Loses Parliamentary Seat The daughter of Zambia's late former president, who remains unburied, has lost her seat in parliament. Her father passed away in June at age 68 while receiving medical treatment in South Africa, which triggered a prolonged legal dispute. The death of the ex-president has caused significant tension and uncertainty, as his body has yet to be laid to rest. The situation has had political repercussions, including the loss of the parliamentary seat held by his daughter. > "Her father died in June at the age of 68 in South Africa, where he was seeking medical treatment. This sparked a bitter legal ..." The details surrounding the legal battle and the ongoing challenges in the aftermath of the former president’s death underline the deep political and social divisions in Zambia. *** The unresolved burial and subsequent political fallout highlight ongoing instability within Zambia’s leadership and governance.

BBC on MSN — 2025-11-28