Lusaka, June 11, 2025, ZANIS — Citizens and diplomats accredited to Zambia have paid glowing tribute to the late sixth Republican President, Edgar Lungu, describing him as a champion of democracy, peace and social justice.

British High Commissioner to Zambia, Rebecca Terzeon, praised President Lungu’s contributions to the country and reaffirmed the United Kingdom’s support to the Zambian people during the national mourning period.

And Chosen Generation Ministry Bishop, Simon Mayeba, encouraged mourners to celebrate the late President’s life and reflect on the positive impact he made.

“He was a peaceful man who worked tirelessly for the nation,” Bishop Mayeba said.

Meanwhile, Democratic National Party (DNP) President, Sydney Chiyaba, described Dr. Lungu as ‘a man of the people’ who championed equal opportunities and worked for the betterment of all Zambians.

ZANIS reports that

Lusaka resident Bartholomew Mumba remembered the late President for his transformative infrastructure projects.

“He will be remembered for the roads, bridges, and buildings he constructed,” he said.

Another resident, Veldrine Kapesha, praised Lungu’s jovial character and emphasized the importance of unity during the mourning period.

“Funerals are a time for reconciliation, not for throwing jabs at each other,” she said.

Timothy Chansa, also from Lusaka, described Dr. Lungu as a true democrat.

“He stood for the principles of democracy and promoted the rule of law,” he noted.