President Cyril Ramaphosa has offered condolences to the family of former Zambian President Edgar Lungu, following his passing on Thursday, in a Pretoria hospital.
Lungu 68, passed away during treatment which had been ongoing for several weeks.
“On behalf of the government and people of South Africa, President Ramaphosa offers his condolences to President Lungu’s family and to the nation and government of the Republic of Zambia led by His Excellency President Hakainde Hichilema,” said Spokesperson to President Ramaphosa Vincent Magwenya.
As regional compatriots, South Africans are standing by the people of Zambia in this difficult moment, Magwenya said.
He highlighted that South Africa had the “duty and privilege” to care for Lungu, who he described as a brother and friend.
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