Ministry of Defence Permanent Secretary, Maambo Haamaundu has announced the death of Staff Sergeant Alick Banda of the Zambia Army, who passed away while serving with the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilisation Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA).
Mr Haamaundu says the government has since informed the next of Kin of the deceased and the mortal remains of Sergeant Banda are expected to arrive in the country at 20:00 hours tonight ahead of burial.
The Permanent Secretary stated that Staff Sergeant Banda made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the cause of peace.
Mr Haamaundu said the late Staff Sergeant dedication to duty reflected the highest traditions of the Zambia Defence Force and brought honour to the country.
“I extend our deepest condolences to Staff Sergeant Banda’s loved ones. Your grief is our grief. Your loss is felt in every corner of this land,” he said.
Mr Haamaundu indicated that Staff Sergeant Banda’s service reminds every one of the courage and commitment of all Zambian men and women who wear the uniform in pursuit of peace, both at home and abroad.
This was made available to the media in a statement issued by the Ministry of Defence Permanent Secretary, Maambo
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Passed away from what?