President Edgar Lungu has announced the death of Chief Justice Irene Mambilima to the nation.
President Lungu said Justice Mambilima died today around 17 hours at a private hospital in Cairo, Egypt.
He said the Chief Justice had travelled to Cairo on 10th June, 2021, on official business and fell ill whilst on duty in that country.
He said details will be availed to the nation in due course.
This is contained in a statement Issued by Secretary to the Cabinet and Principal Private Secretary to the President Simon Miti.