Lungu Burial Ruling Ends Legal Battle

After a year of legal drama, Zambia’s former president Edgar Lungu’s family wins the battle over his burial — his body will now be laid to rest in South Africa, overturning a court order that would have sent him home for a state funeral. The feud between Lungu and his successor, President Hakainde Hichilema, fueled chaos after Lungu’s death, including conflicting funeral plans and a firm family stance: no Hichilema at the ceremony. The South African Supreme Court of Appeal sided with the family, reversing earlier rulings and forcing Zambia’s government to relinquish control — though they still insist Lungu, as a former head of state, deserves national honors. The final chapter remains unwritten. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2027712622d64dce