Zambia's Ex-President's Body in Repatriation Dispute

Zambia's government has taken possession of Edgar Lungu's body amid a dispute with his family over burial location. BBC World reports that the conflict stems from disagreements over where Lungu should be interred, with the government favoring a national cemetery and Lungu's family preferring a private site. The issue has become a political symbol, reflecting broader divisions in Zambian society. The situation could affect upcoming elections and public perception of the current government.