PARAMOUNT CHIEF MPEZENI TO BE LAID TO REST ON JUNE 9
The Ngoni Royal Establishment has announced that the late Paramount Chief Mpezeni will be laid to rest on June 9, 2026.
Speaking during a visit by Chipata Catholic Diocese Bishop George Lungu to Ephendukeni Palace today, Senior Chief Nzamane revealed that the body of the late traditional leader is expected to arrive in Chipata on Thursday, June 4.
He said burial preparations are progressing well as mourners continue to gather and pay their final respects to one of Zambia’s most respected traditional leaders.
Paramount Chief Mpezeni of the Ngoni people passed away in Lusaka on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the age of 75, bringing to an end a remarkable chapter in the history of the Ngoni Kingdom.
More details surrounding the funeral programme are expected to be announced in the coming days.