Mr Sata was known as "King Cobra" for his tough style of public speaking
Zambian
President Michael Sata has died at the age of 77 after receiving
treatment for an undisclosed illness, the government says.
President Sata, who was being treated in the UK, died in London's King Edward VII hospital on Tuesday night.Media said that he died after "a sudden onset [of] heightened heart rate".
It is not immediately clear who will succeed the president. The issue may be decided by the Zambian cabinet which meets on Wednesday morning.
"It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing on of our beloved president," cabinet secretary Roland Msiska said.
His death comes just days after Zambia celebrated the 50th anniversary of independence from the UK.
R.I.P
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