African Union Mourns with Zambia

I learned with profound sadness the death of Zambia’s President H.E. Michael Sata.
Since his election as Zambia’s fifth President in September 2011, President Sata has actively participated in the activities of the African Union.

I will remember him for frankness and forthrightness during debates within and outside the continent.
While the continent sorrowfully joins the first family, the Government and people of Zambia in mourning President Sata, I have asked that the flags fly at half-mast at the African Union Headquarters.
On behalf of the African Union I wish to convey heartfelt condolences to the first family, the Government and people of Zambia.

H.E. Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma
Chairperson, African Union Commission