A book of condolences for our late President, His Excellency Mr. Michael Chilufya Sata has been opened at the Zambia High Commission, 570 Ziervogel Street (off Hamilton Street), Arcadia, Pretoria. The book will remain open for the entire period of national mourning which runs until 17th November, 2014. Signing of the book will take place from 10:00 to 13:00, and 14:00 to 16:00 hours, on Monday through to Friday.
The remains of our beloved President are expected to arrive in Lusaka on Saturday, 1st November, 2014 and the body will be taken to Mulungushi International Conference Centre where it will lie in state before burial which is expected to take place on 11th November, 2014 at Embassy Park in Lusaka.
Other funeral and burial details will follow in due course.
The High Commission wishes to encourage all Zambians to gather at their convenience in their respective areas and hold memorial services in honour of our beloved departed President.