Edgar Lungu
Edgar Lungu is a Zambian politician who served as the President of Zambia from January 2015 to August 2021. He is a member of the Patriotic Front party and has had a long career in Zambian politics, holding various ministerial positions before ascending to the presidency. Lungu's administration was marked by economic challenges and political tensions, particularly regarding opposition figures and human rights issues. He faced criticism for his handling of dissent and was accused of stifling freedom of expression during his tenure.
Born on Jun 05, 1955 (71 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | 1 | 5.00 | 0.15% | +0% | 59,734,213 | 89,422 | $63,000 | 94$ |
| South Africa | 1 | 5.00 | 0.43% | +0% | 59,308,690 | 254,544 | $350,000 | 1,502$ |
| Totals | 2 | 119,042,903 | 343,966 | $413,000 | 1,596$ |
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Recent Mentions
South Africa:
Lungu's death has led to a dispute over his burial between his family and the Zambian government.
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Tanzania:
Edgar Lungu was the former president of Zambia who was unseated by Hichilema in 2021.
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South Africa:
Former Zambian president Edgar Lungu's burial decision was upheld by the Supreme Court of Appeal in favor of his family.
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Belarus:
Edgar Lungu was the former president of Zambia who passed away on June 5, 2025.
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Tanzania:
Edgar Lungu is the former Zambian President who Hichilema defeated in the 2021 elections.
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United Kingdom:
Ex-Zambian President Edgar Lungu's family dismiss allegations he was poisoned.
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Malawi:
Edgar Lungu was Zambia’s president from 2015 to 2021 and died in South Africa on June 5, 2025.
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United Kingdom:
Zambian ex-President Lungu's son Dalitso ordered to surrender 79 cars, petrol station and 'luxury' flats.
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Malawi:
Edgar Lungu was a former Zambian president whose family is appealing a court ruling regarding his burial.
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United Kingdom:
Edgar Lungu was the late ex-President of Zambia who passed away at the age of 68.
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