Esther Lungu

Esther Lungu

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Esther Lungu is the widow of former Zambian President Edgar Lungu, who led the country from 2015 to 2021. Following her husband's death, she became a central figure in the dispute over his funeral arrangements, as she and her family sought to honor his wishes for a private funeral while navigating the government's plans for a state funeral.

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The Supreme Court of Appeal sided with former First Lady Esther Lungu, members of the Lungu family, and family spokesperson Makebi Zulu.

South Africa’s Top Court Rules Edgar Lungu Will Be Buried in South Africa, Hands Victory to Family - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports
Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication·MalawiMalawi· 2026-06-23
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Esther Lungu is the widow of Edgar Lungu who was present during a mass in Johannesburg.

В Замбии восемь месяцев не могут похоронить бывшего президента
Наша Ніва (Nasha Niva)·BelarusBelarus· 2026-02-21
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Esther Lungu is leading the family in their appeal against the Zambian government's ruling on Edgar Lungu's burial.

Lungu family finally appeals SA ruling as asset forfeiture tightens pressure - Malawi Nyasa Times
Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication·MalawiMalawi· 2026-02-10
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Esther Lungu was accused alongside her husband of massive corruption.

Zambian ex-minister sent to prison with hard labour for stealing public funds
The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004·TanzaniaTanzania· 2025-09-06
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Esther Lungu, the former First Lady, is facing legal challenges related to money laundering allegations.

Index - FOMO - Bíróság elé áll a pénzmosással vádolt volt first lady
Index.hu·HungaryHungary· 2025-07-04
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Esther Lungu is Lungu's widow who was involved in discussions regarding the funeral arrangements.

Zambia's ex-president left instructions that Hichilema should stay away
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-12
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