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Levy Patrick Mwanawasa was a Zambian politician who served as 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. Prior to Mwanawasa's election, he served as the fourth vice-president of Zambia from November 1991 to July 1994, whilst…
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politics · 3rd president of Zambia (1948–2008) · politician · lawyer · minister · also Levy Mwanawasa, Levy Patrick Mwanawasa, Mwanawasa
Born 3 September 1948 · Died 19 August 2008 · Q212058
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“Typical of you, you died on duty. You died a sad man as no one seemed to appreciate your sacrifices. Had you been with us today, I am sure these accolades could have made you happy.”
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Died 2008-08-19.
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Awarded Order of the Republic of The Gambia (2008).
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Campaign: 2006 election.
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And was baptized at Twin Palm Baptist Church in Lusaka
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“Corruption is everywhere - in the villages, wherever,”
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Career landmark: President of Zambia (2002–2008).
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Career landmark: chairperson of the Organisation of African Unity (2002–2002).
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Election won: 2001 election.
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After the loss, Mwanawasa retired from politics until the 2001 election.
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Campaign: 2001 election.
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Unsuccessfully challenged Chiluba for the presidency of the Movement for Multiparty Democracy
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Mwanawasa served as vice-president until he resigned in July 1994.
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Career landmark: Member of the National Assembly of Zambia (1991–1994).
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Career landmark: Vice President of Zambia (1991–1994).
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Mwanawasa was widely tipped to become the president of the Movement for Multiparty Democracy (MMD), but he declined the overture, citing his young age and inexperience
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Mwanawasa served as Solicitor General in the Zambian government but he went back to private practice in 1986
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Born 1948-09-03.
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