A 51-year-old Zambian businessman who was recently killed in Tanzania after being accused of stealing another person’s private parts has been laid to rest in Lusaka’s Makeni area.
Family representative Chinua Mulenga said the death of Philip Zimindo has left a deep void, as he was the sole breadwinner supporting many dependants.
Speaking during the burial, Mr. Mulenga explained that Mr. Zimindo was attacked and killed on April 1, 2026, on the Tanzanian side of the Nakonde border. He described the late businessman as a devoted man of God and a long-time car dealer who was actively running his business before the tragic incident.
Mr. Mulenga said the death came as a shock to the family, noting that the deceased had not been ill and was in good health prior to the attack.
He appealed for calm among family members and the community, emphasizing that the family will not seek revenge but will leave justice in God’s hands.
Mr. Mulenga also called on government authorities to strengthen measures that protect Zambian citizens living and conducting business across borders, in order to prevent similar tragic incidents.
The late Philip Zimindo is survived by his wife and two children.
“Mr. Mulenga also called on government authorities to strengthen measures that protect Zambian citizens living and conducting business across borders, in order to prevent similar tragic incidents.”
It is sad but this happened even within our own borders here in Zambia and not even across borders recently