South Africa’s President Ramaphosa declares 10 days of mourning to honour Dr.Kenneth Kaunda
President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared 10 days of mourning to honour the late former Zambian President, Kenneth Kaunda.
The elderly statesman succumbed to pneumonia while in a hospital in Lusaka on Thursday.
His family has expressed gratitude for the prayers and support since his hospitalisation last week.
President Ramaphosa has ordered that all national flags be flown at half-mast in remembrance of Kaunda.
“President Kaunda was a pioneering champion of a decolonised, united and prosperous Africa. He represented his country and our continent with distinction on global platforms.”
“In remembrance of this great leader, we have decided to declare a period of mourning for 10 days in his memory and for that 10 day period, our national flag will fly at half-mast,” says the President in a statement.
Kaunda was instrumental in assisting other Southern African countries gain independence from minority rule.
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A portrait of Dr Kenneth Kaunda and Tapestry of Servitude and Excellence
By Hambaba Jimaima (PhD)
Choosing to be born in the debris of the World War 1 and going on to experience the ravaging effects of the World War II far and at home – and would live almost a century – he would be inspired to charter a mantra of unity and a slogan of inclusivity: One Zambia, One Nation – a slogan that in all honesty embodies patriotism, leadership, and love for fellow men. However, he would elect to depart at the pick of the campaign by charlatans, selfish and ill-birthed politicians to mutilate and dismantle the One Zambia, One Nation spirit. I suppose, that too, weighed much on him and broke his heart to his death…
On the menu of his associates, one gets a sense of who Kaunda had purposed to become from an early age: Dr Martin Luther king, Malcolm X – the voice of the Black American liberation struggle; and at home, Nkwame Nkrumah, Julius Mwalimu Nyerere, Nelson Mandela – all bedecked with the sense of duty, purpose and meaning for a continent kept hostage at the colonists’ breast sucking spoiled milk. Thus, true to the word: “show me your friends and I will tell you who you are!” I’m not too sure whether his successors mind about who their associates are today…
Few would deny that Pan-Africanism is synonymous with KK. As chair of the six Frontline States against apartheid, he offered ‘his own back’ as the writing pad; his voice as the ink and pen; his homeland as the oasis and template for its growth; and Zambia’s copper as the fuel to spur it on the rails of progress across the continent. For that, his name forever decorates the hearts of genuine sons and daughters of Africa from Drakensberg mountains through the semi-deserts of Nambia, Botswana and cutting across the Equatorial rainforests to the north, west and east of Africa. With such foundation, no Zambia president today or tomorrow should fail to sustain bilateral ties across the continent. But it calls to be a Kaunda at heart and in deed!
Like all good people, his determination to liberate Africa eclipsed his view of the ramifications of his robust foreign policy on the goings for his domesticity. The failing economy and subsequent protests swamped his gains and dwindled his political fortunes. This too, however undesirable, is an essential piece of history in understanding and celebrating the life of Dr Kaunda today. For it became an important political platform for ushering in of the multiple-party democracy. Despite sensing the prospects of losing to the MMD, he provided electoral space and handed over power peacefully when defeated. That betokens statesmanship! And if there’s anything modern Zambian political history can learn from Dr Kaunda is to be a statesman in the heat of an election and never to attempt to be a president for life…
Finally, while some concede to the fact that Dr Kaunda’s legacy has only been enhanced and made more apparent by the unvoidable sharp contrast with our current lot that celebrates tribalism, exclusivity and grandiose borrowing and corruption, KK set in motion a nation which was self-reliant, having invested in world class infrastructure and bequeathed to the Zambia people free but quality social services – education and health; while his well articulated agricultural policy guaranteed food security.
Perhaps, his significant contribution to the making of Zambia was his deliberate policy of inclusivity, which found expression in his motto: One Zambia, One Nation and made every ethnic group count in the socioeconomic and political life of our great Republic. Therefore, to those in position of power today or tomorrow and, wish to display genuine sense of loss on the death of Dr Kaunda, let the true meaning of One Zambia, One Nation be expressed in word and deed!
May the memory of Dr Kenneth Kaunda inspire us to a higher moral duty, and may his portrait of servitude and excellence instill in us patriotism, compassion and love for all humanity, even Zambians.
Fare thee well Dr Kenneth Kaunda!
Kitwe hubby kills himself after murdering his wife
A 40-year- old Kitwe man is reported to have murdered his 34-year old wife and later took his own life.
Copperbelt Province Police Commissioner, Elias Chushi has confirmed that mother to the deceased, Joyce Muchimba,58; reported that her daughter, Prisca Muchimba was beaten by her husband, Jackson Mwansa and sustained a deep cut on the forehead.
ZANIS reports that Mr. Chushi said in a statement that Prisca was rushed to Kitwe Teaching Hospital where she was admitted and later died.
“Brief facts are that on June 15 2021,the couple had a marital dispute and the husband hit his wife with unknown object on her forehead.
“ She sustained a deep cut, became unconscious and was rushed to Kitwe Teaching Hospital where she was admitted, but died later,” Mr Chushi said.
The Police Commissioner said regretting what he did to his wife, Mr Mwansa also decided to cut short his life by taking pesticide (Doom) and died on the way to Kitwe Teaching Hospital.
He said the two bodies have been deposited in the KTH mortuary awaiting postmortem and burial.
Chinsali Freedom fighters mourn KK
Muchinga Province Freedom Fighters Chairperson Greyson Katongo has described the late First Republican President Kenneth Kaunda as a gallant man who fought for the liberation of mother Zambia and Africa at large.
Mr Katongo says the untimely death of Dr Kaunda is a huge blow to the country adding that freedom fighters in Muchinga province will greatly miss his presence.
ZANIS reports Mr Katongo in a telephone interview said that late President Dr Kaunda fought hard for the country to attain her independence.
” We were not free before independence not until we got independence in 1964 and everything became easy for us, ” he said.
He said during his reign from 1964 to 1991 the country enjoyed a number of things in various sectors such as free education adding that each individual was also involved in Agriculture as a way of reducing poverty levels in the country.
Mr Katongo stated that Chinsali and Muchinga Province at large has a great history of the late first Republican President Kaunda.
”Dr Kaunda who was born in Lubwa Mission and worked there as a teacher had a heart for the people not just the Zambian but in the entire Africa because his works are known, ” Mr Katongo said.
The provincial freedom fighters chairperson further appealed to President Edgar Lungu to emulate what Dr Kaunda did for mother Zambia.
”As freedom fighters in Muchinga Province we will mourn Dr Kaunda with dignity and respect he deserves because he was a great man, ” he said.
And a senior citizen in Chinsali District Hearings Sabi has described the late Dr Kaunda as a committed leader who contributed to the strangle of Zambia and Africa as a whole.
Mr Sabi , who is also the nephew to late Dr Kaunda, told ZANIS in a telephone interview that it is sad that Dr Kenneth Kaunda has died at the time the country needed him.
He said as the country is preparing for the August 12 general elections, political parties and the Zambian citizens needed his blessings.
” We really needed our father Dr Kaunda to bless us so that we have free and fair elections come August 12, 2021,” he said.
Mr Sabi further appealed to all political parties to mourn Dr Kaunda with respect as a way of remembering his great works.
Dr Kenneth Kaunda died yesterday in Maina Soko medical centre in Lusaka at the age of 97.
And Republican President Edgar Lungu has declared 21 days of National mourning in honor or the late Dr Kaunda.
Honour KK with violent free elections – Mwila
Patriotic Front Secretary General Davies Mwila says Zambians should honour their founding father Kenneth Kaunda with a violent free General election on August 12, 2021.
Mr. Mwila says there is no better way to mourn Dr. Kaunda than breaking the ‘ political and at times tribal differences’ that he says threatened the late President’s mantra and national moto of ‘ One Zambia, One Nation.”
“ There is no better way to mourn Dr. Kaunda than breaking the artificial and lose political and at times tribal differences that every now and then put a wedge between brother and sister, father and mother, “ says the PF Secretary General.
He notes in a statement that it is Dr. Kaunda that taught Zambia the true meaning of One Zambia One Nation where he showed that it is possible to belong to different political parties and different ethnic groupings but still live together in love and harmony as one people.
Mr. Mwila explains that Dr. Kaunda was a true Pan-African whose contribution to the liberation struggle stretched beyond the borders of Zambia to South Africa, Mozambique, Zimbabwe and to as far as the Middle East and Latin America, among others.
He has disclosed that from his hey days as a young revolutionary leader Dr. Kaunda served Zambia with love, passion, dedication and an unparalleled sense of patriotism.
The Patriotic Front SG has described Dr. Kaunda as an embodiment of what the Patriotic Front stands for; patriotism, selflessness, loyalty, dedication, hard work, trust-worthiness and empathy to humanity.
Mr. Mwila explains that It is on Dr. Kaunda’s economic foundation that the Patriotic Front government has based its unprecedented infrastructure transformation of Zambia by taking development to all the corners of the country and leaving no one behind.
Dr. Kenneth Kaunda aged 97 years has passed away, at Maina Soko Military hospital where he was admitted earlier this week.
President Edgar Lungu has since declared a 21 day national mourning in honour of the first Republican President.
Ivanka Bianca unveils ‘On a mission’ music video
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League Season To Conclude Under Strict Rules During KK National Mourning
FAZ organized leagues will be concluded as scheduled as the nation observes 21 days of national mourning in honour of first President Kenneth Kaunda.
Dr. Kaunda died on Thursday at Maina Soko Hospital in Lusaka aged 97.
Zambian Premier League Manager Brian Mulenga said FAZ has been allowed to conclude the league.
Mulenga said teams must strictly observe national mourning protocols such as observing a minute of silence and wearing of black armbands by players.
“Following the declaration of the 21 days of National Mourning we have been allowed to conclude the league but must strictly observe the following during all league matches,” Mulenga said.
“Observe a minute of silence. Wear black Armbands. No celebration during the game even after a player has scored.”
“That strictly no spectators are to be allowed in the stadium area. Please follow these guidelines strictly without exception,” Mulenga stated.
Why did it take so long for Government to announce Dr.Kaunda’s death?
Dear Editor,
Yesterday Zambia was rocked with the news of our beloved first President Kenneth Kaunda’s death. We got the news from private media, from friends posts on Facebook, Twitter, South African news channels , BBC . ..everywhere but our own Government sources. I even tried going to President Edgar Lungu’s facebook page but alas only to find campaign posts. ZNBC was totally useless with just broadcasting PF campaign adverts.
The headline news on ZANIS NEWS on TV1 at 20hrs was – Matero level 1 hospital overwhelmed!!No mention at all about the passing of our first President.
What kind of people do we have running the country!! Are you telling me that President Lungu was not able to receive verified communications whilst he was in Western Province flagging off the 2021 Crop marketing programme? Why did it take him so long to issue a statement.
I am disappointed with our Government and terrified at the levels of incompetency exhibited.
Disgusted Zambian.
Rest in Peace our Beloved KK
Zesco Held By Green Eagles
Champions Zesco United and visiting Green Eagles have settled for a goalless draw in a delayed FAZ Super Division match played at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium in Ndola.
Zesco met Eagles four days after winning the 2020/21 Super Division title with three games to spare when beating Napsa Stars 2-0 at home in Ndola.
The home side dominated play with misses punctuating both halves.
Zesco striker Jesse Were saw his sixth minute strike blocked by the Eagles backline before Winstone Kalengo watched his header go inches wide and Kelvin Mubanga was denied by the post later in the last half.
Meanwhile, a point from this match has helped Zesco to restore an 11 point lead at the top.
Zesco are on 65 points going into their last two fixtures.
Eagles jumped four places up to eighth position on 44 points from 32 matches played.
Botswana declares a 7-day mourning period following the death of Zambia’s founding President Kenneth Kaunda
Botswana has declared a seven-day mourning period following the death of Zambia’s founding President Kenneth Kaunda. President Mokgweetsi Masisi has also decreed that all flags must fly at half-mast during the mourning period.
Dr Kaunda who died yesterday aged 97 was the first Head of State to visit Botswana shortly after its independence in 1966.
His four-day State visit to Botswana, from May 21st, to May 24th, 1968, ushered in a period of unparalleled excellent bilateral relations between Botswana and Zambia, after Zambia attained its own independence from British colonial rule which saw Dr Kaunda assuming the first presidency of the country in 1964.
It was during Dr Kaunda’s presidency that bilateral relations between Botswana and Zambia blossomed over the decades, and so did the personal relations between him and the founding President of Botswana Sir Seretse Khama.
Scores of young Batswana professionals were trained in Zambia during the nascent stages of Botswana’s independence.
Zambian expatriate personnel were also among the first to help Botswana form its institutional framework from scratch.
The relations strengthened even further after the death of Sir Seretse Khama in 1980, when Sir Seretse’s long-term friend and Vice President Sir KeTUMILE MASIRE became President of Botswana.
In his message of heartfelt condolences, President Masisi has expressed profound sorrow, and commiserates with the mourning nation of the Republic of Zambia.
Dr Masisi has described Dr Kaunda as an iconic statesman of the highest credentials and selfless dedication to the interests of his own country as well as the wellbeing of neighbours and humankind at large.
Dr Masisi says Dr Kaunda was Botswana’s best friend during the worst of times when the country was battling to find itself during the trying times of early independence when it needed friends the most.
President Masisi said the charismatic former President of Zambia is a grave loss to his compatriots and to all peace-loving people, in Botswana and elsewhere.
This is according to a statement issued to ZNBC News by Botswana’s Permanent Secretary Government Communications, Andrew Sesinyi.
Dr Kaunda was a significant figure in the history of the continent-UN Rep to Zambia
The United Nations in Zambia says it has received with deep regret and sadness news of the death of Zambia’s First Republican President who was the last surviving founder of the Organisation of African Unity, Dr Kenneth Kaunda.
UN Resident Coordinator in Zambia, Coumba Mar Gadio says the United Nations notes Dr. Kaunda’s contributions to the liberation struggle in Africa that led to political independence in many countries.
Dr Gadio says this is inclusive of the generous support to thousands of refugees escaping conflict in their own land.
She says Dr Kaunda was a significant figure in the history of the continent.
Dr Gadio told ZNBC News in a statement that among Dr Kaunda’s many legacies, the UN remembers and celebrates Dr Kaunda’s decades long support to the fight against the HIV and AIDS pandemic at a time when few were willing to speak out publicly.
She added that Dr Kaunda’s unwavering and high-level leadership helped break down taboos and stigma, and undoubtedly saved many lives.
Dr Gadio says the UN joins the immediate family and the Government and people of Zambia in mourning the passing of a great statesman and son of Africa.
Dr Kaunda served as an Ambassador for the Brothers for Life campaign to encourage more men to be tested for HIV, and in 2018 was presented with a UNAIDS Leadership Award for his remarkable contribution.
ODE TO KENNETH DAVID BUCHIZYA KAUNDA
By Field Ruwe
With tests of spirit and courage we sought for a saviour; the son of a missionary of the Church of Scotland who told us he was an expert cliff climber. Wrapped in zeal as in a cloak tied at the shoulder like a biblical climber he pledged to teach us how to get our toes in the narrow cracks of granite and climb to the lofty summit. Up deep in the ravine he led us. We conquered the main obstacle to our advancement—colonialism, and emerged on a narrow rugged shelf, broken and uneven, but great all the same.
The cliff climber became a hero theos; a paragon of freedom. For we are meek, we made him the patriot and protector. Griots, minstrels, skalds, udgatars, and ashiks composed eulogies and ballads in his praise. They sang of him first of all the heroes. They composed songs that aroused their courage. For, as they sang for him, they were inspired. He reciprocated with Augustus Toplady’s Hymn “Rock of Ages, cleft for me, let me hide myself in thee; Not the labours of my hands can fulfil thy law’s commands” which he sang with gusto. He told us to “love thy neighbour as thy self” and decreed “Thou shall not steal!”And when we became crocked and inebriated he threatened to forsake us.
Owing to his gravitas we called him “The Emancipator” for he was like Heracles in many ways. As leader of men he was a great motivator who knew how to inspire fierce loyalty bordering on worship. He knew how to raise morale and get the best from us. He had limitless power. He used his wits on several occasions when his strength did not suffice, such as when some among us threatened to secede. He was a passionate and emotional individual, capable of doing great deeds for his friends and for country.
As we bid farewell, lined up along the last boulevard, wreath in hand, waving, wailing the words Kaunda Kafikepo (farewell), and throwing ourselves to the ground, we hear the strum on your guitar and voice in you, singing:
While I draw this fleeting breath,
When mine eyes shall close in death,
When I rise to worlds unknown
And behold thee on thy throne,
Rock of Ages, cleft for me,
Let me hide myself in thee.
African Development Bank approves $1.4 million grant to improve household food security in the wake of Covid-19
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank has approved a $1.4 million grant from the Global Agriculture and Food Security Program to reduce malnutrition among Zambia’s most vulnerable households.
The Mitigating Impacts of Covid-19 on Household Food Security Project will create about 150 permanent skilled or semi-skilled positions and 40 part-time unskilled jobs in crop, livestock and fisheries value chains.
The project will supply inputs for crops, livestock and aquaculture enterprises to promote good agricultural practices and increase food production. There will also be a capacity building component.
“The agriculture sector is an important source of livelihoods, employment and GDP in Zambia. Increased food supply resulting from additional grant funds will lead to more jobs, improved quality of life, and reduction of malnutrition in many impacted communities,” said Martin Fregene, African Development Bank Director of Agriculture and Agro-industry.
The project provides supplementary funds to the ongoing Agriculture Productivity and Market Enhancement Project, a $32 million grant-funded initiative also from the Global Agriculture and Food Security Program, which has been managed by the Bank in the Sinazongwe, Gwembe, Chongwe, Rufunsa, Serenje and Chitambo districts of Zambia over the past five years.
Global Agriculture and Food Security Program administrators said the six districts were selected based on poverty levels, food insecurity and malnutrition prevalence.
However, with this funding and program, these districts have the potential for economic growth, and to promote crop diversification. Some 5,000 people, including 3,750 women and 1,000 youth, will benefit.
Some 5,000 people will also benefit indirectly along the commodity value chains.
Since the outbreak of Covid-19, Zambia has implemented bold measures to protect the health and economic well-being of its citizens.
These steps included a nationwide program to scale up agricultural diversification.
The Bank’s Covid-19 Response Facility launched in 2020 has been a lifeline to member governments by providing resources to tackle the pandemic.
“The facility will consolidate the Bank’s support for Zambia’s economic diversification and impact mitigation against Covid-19,” said Mary Monyau, the Bank’s Country Manager in Zambia.
The Zambian project is in line with the Bank’s High 5 strategic priorities, specifically, Feed Africa, Industrialize Africa, and Improve the quality of life for the people of Africa. Similar Bank projects have been successfully undertaken in Malawi, Niger, Liberia, Senegal and the Gambia.
The Global Agriculture and Food Security Program was established as a response to the 2008/09 world food price crisis, following a commitment by the Group of 8 nations (G8) in September 2009 to mobilize up to $20 billion for agricultural development and food security.
The World Bank supervises about half of the project portfolio of the Global Agriculture and Food Security Program.
The African Development Bank managed about a quarter in December 2019, and the International Fund for Agricultural Development, 11%.
World mourns KK
Global leaders have been sending their tributes in mourning Zambia’s founding President Kenneth Kaunda who died on Thursday.
He was 97.
Reverend Jesse Jackson said Zambia and Africa have lost a champion of freedom and that he has have lost a true friend in Dr. Kaunda.
“He fought apartheid and colonialism to safe humanity. A freedom fighter!!! RIP Comrade KK!”
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson said he was saddened at the passing on of Dr Kaunda.
“Saddened to learn of the death of Kenneth Kaunda. We send our deepest condolences and our thoughts are with the people of Zambia at this difficult time,” Mr Johnson said in a tweet.
British Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab extended the UK’s condolences following the death of Dr. Kaunda describing him as a defining figure in Zambia’s independence movement.
“The UK Government extends its sincere condolences to the people of the Republic of Zambia on the death of former President Kenneth Kaunda. Dr Kaunda was the defining figure in Zambia’s independence movement and laid the successful foundations of your nation, through his leadership, vision, and famous mantra ‘One Zambia One Nation’. He was greatly admired too as a staunch activist against apartheid and a campaigner to address HIV/AIDS.”
“Our thoughts are with his family and the people of Zambia at this time of mourning,” he said in a statement.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa also described Dr Kaunda as a pioneering champion of a decolonised, united and prosperous Africa.
“This evening we bow our heads in grief at the passing of a beloved and rightfully revered father of African independence and unity – President Kenneth “KK” Kaunda. We are united in our sadness with the Kaunda family and the government and people of the Republic of Zambia,” he said in a statement.
“We are united in our sadness with the people of our region and continent, to whom Kenneth Kaunda’s leadership was a source of inspiration and resilience. President Kaunda dedicated his 97 long years to the liberation and service of the people of Zambia.”
President Ramaphosa said Dr Kaunda devoted himself and the Zambian people to supporting liberation movements around the region in their quest for independence and freedom.
“Steadfast against the intimidation of the apartheid state, he offered Lusaka as the headquarters of the African National Congress in exile. Under his leadership, Zambia provided refuge, care and support to liberation fighters who had been forced to flee the countries of their birth,” he said.
“He stood alongside the people of South Africa at the time of our greatest need and was unwavering in his desire for the achievement of our freedom. It was in honour of this remarkable contribution that the South African government bestowed on President Kaunda the Order of the Companions of OR Tambo in 2002.”
“Today we recommit ourselves to building the Africa of KK’s vision – an Africa of peace, justice, prosperity and innovation. President Kaunda was at our side to comfort us when we lost our leaders. We remember his moving tribute as we laid Madiba to rest in Qunu.”
“Today, we place ourselves alongside Kenneth Kaunda’s family and the Zambian nation as they mourn this deep loss. As the South African nation, we will never be able to repay the debt of gratitude that we owe to President Kaunda. Nor will we ever forget that it was with the help of this extraordinary leader’s care and solidarity that our freedom and our democracy was won. May his soul rest in peace.”
Zimbabwean President Emerson Mnangagwa described Dr Kaunda as a leader and a liberator.
“I wish to convey our deepest condolences to the Kaunda family on the passing of HE Dr. Kenneth David Kaunda, a liberator and leader, and the first president of an independent Zambia. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family & the people of Zambia at this time.”
Former Tanzanian President Jakaya Kikwete said he received the news of the passing on of former President Kenneth Kaunda (KK) with shock and a deep sense of sadness and sorrow.
“I convey my heartfelt condolence and sympathies to Your Excellency President Edgar Lungu, KK’s family and the friendly people of Zambia.”
President of the African Union Commission Moussa Faki said, “It is with an indescribable sense of loss that the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat learnt of the passing of H. E. Kenneth Kaunda, the first president of the Republic of Zambia and one of the Founding Fathers of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU).”
“Africa has lost one of its finest sons. He embodied the true sense of Pan-Africanism, placing his own country Zambia at grave risk in order to provide safe harbour for the liberation movements of Southern Africa as well as its peoples.”
“His championing of the Frontline States to defeat Apartheid and white minority rule in Southern Africa laid the foundation for what we call regional integration today.”
He said the African Union stands in solidarity with the Kaunda family, the people and the Government of the Republic of Zambia in mourn and honouring the life of a freedom fighter, statesman, visionary and liberation struggle icon.”
Bostwana’s President Mokgweetsi Masisi who has since declared a seven day period of mourning in his country described Dr Kaunda as Bostwana’s best friend.
“I have learnt of the demise of Dr. Kenneth Kaunda the founding father of the Republic of Zambia, a great statesman, and African leader. Dr Kaunda’s death is a loss to his compatriots in Zambia, their friends in Botswana, and the continent of Africa. Dr. Kaunda was Botswana’s best friend and together with the likes of Sir Seretse Khama, Mwalimu Julius Nyerere championed the liberation and independence of our region.”
“We send our condolences to the people of Zambia during this trying time. In honour of this great son of the soil, I have declared a seven-day mourning period in Botswana during which all flags shall fly at half-mast.”
Zimbabwe’s opposition leader Nelson Chamisa wrote, “A key African liberation visionary, a stalwart on whose shoulders we all stand. A model of what one nation can do to birth & benefit all. You fought great.Your legacy is our call of duty! On behalf of the New Africa,RIP Our KK, Father Africa. One Africa,One people!”
In Uganda, opposition leader Bobbi Wine wrote, “I join all freedom-loving people in mourning Dr. Kenneth Kaunda, Zambia’s founding President. He’s been one of the continent’s few surviving independence heroes.
I send sympathies to the people of Zambia and the family of the deceased statesman. May his soul rest in perfect peace.”