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Foreign dignitaries have arrived in the Zambian capital for the Kenneth Kaunda State Memorial.
The African Independence Patriarch passed away at the age of 97 last month. He died of pneumonia.
The giant of African nationalism will be remembered by African leaders past and present who will attend his official memorial service here in Lusaka.
The Zambian army transported the body of the liberation hero to the 10 regions of the country to give the public the opportunity to pay their last respects.
Zambian President Edgar Lungu addressed the nation on Thursday evening and declared public holidays on the day of the memorial and the funeral on Wednesday.
KK, as he was affectionately called by his followers, will be remembered for raising his white handkerchief in front of enthusiastic crowds – a symbol of love and humility for his country.
Mr. Kaunda will be buried next week in a private ceremony for family and guests.
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