Others in attendance are former President Kenneth Kaunda, Chief Justice Ireen Mambilima , Speaker of the National Assembly Patrick Matibini and PF Secretary General Davies Mwila.
Cabinet Ministers and top government officials are also in attendance.
Speaking during the Church Service, Saint Ignatius Parish Priest Charles Chilinda reminded people to use their time on earth for God’s glory.
He said Dr. Kasonde believed in hard work and loved his family.
Father Chilinda hoped that public hospitals will continue applying Dr. Kasonde’s three Cs of Caring, Competency and Cleanliness.
Family friend Marks Sichula said Dr. Kasonde was a good role model in society.
President Lungu described Dr. Kasonde as a gallant son of Zambia.
Speaking when he addressed mourners, the President said Dr Kasonde served his people diligently.
The Head of State said Dr. Kasonde’s hard work made him work as a lecturer at the University of Zambia and an accomplished medical doctor who did not seek his narrow interests.
President LUNGU further said Dr. Kasonde played a big role in transforming the health sector
He stated that he is happy that the current Minister of Health Dr. Chitalu Chilufya is following the footsteps of his predecessor
Meanwhile, Dr. Chilufya said the health fraternity has lost a hero in Dr. Kasonde.
Dr. Chilufya said Dr. Kasonde always encouraged staff to love their families.
Dr. Kasonde was a selfless noble man endowed with great integrity. Dr. Kasonde’s passing on has touched the hearts of many people who value the essence of humanity in fulfilling God’s wishes. MHSRIP
Look at the white bra, was that the occasion to show sexxy fashion? Insulting Catholics,
‘He stated that he is happy that the current Minister of Health Dr. Chitalu Chilufya is following the footsteps of his predecessor’. Is Chitalu going to die too?
That Edgar was better off stay in Mfuwe. That function was for Ba Joseph Kasonde, not HIV-mandatory Chitalu Chilufya. To be mentioned at funeral in such manner is bad karma indeed.
Will miss you Dr. Kasonde! God comfort the family and relatives.
THE statement to compare the late to the current is not inspiring, it shows we dont miss the late. Hope it can be withdrawn.