Levy Mwanawasa
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Levy Patrick Mwanawasa (3 September 1948 – 19 August 2008) was the third president of Zambia. He served as president from January 2002 until his death in August 2008. Mwanawasa is credited with having initiated a campaign to rid the corruption situation in Zambia during his term.[1] Prior to Mwanawasa's election, he served as the fourth vice-president of Zambia from November 1991 to July 1994,[2] whilst an elected Member of Parliament of Chifubu Constituency.
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Levy Mwanawasa | |
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3rd President of Zambia | |
In office 2 January 2002 – 19 August 2008 | |
Vice President | Enoch Kavindele Nevers Mumba Lupando Mwape Rupiah Banda |
Preceded by | Frederick Chiluba |
Succeeded by | Rupiah Banda |
4th Vice-President of Zambia | |
In office 7 November 1991 – 3 July 1994 | |
President | Frederick Chiluba |
Preceded by | Office restored |
Succeeded by | Godfrey Miyanda |
Personal details | |
Born | (1948-09-03)3 September 1948 Mufulira, Loangwa, Northern Rhodesia (now Zambia) |
Died | 19 August 2008(2008-08-19) (aged 59) Clamart, France |
Cause of death | Stroke |
Resting place | Embassy Park 15.421884°S 28.309314°E / -15.421884; 28.309314 |
Political party | MMD |
Spouse | Maureen Mwanawasa |
Children | 7 |
Profession | Lawyer |
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