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Inonge Mbikusita-Lewanika
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Diplomacy & Public Service Distinguished

Inonge Mbikusita-Lewanika

born 1943

One of the first two women to run for the presidency of Zambia

Distinguished is level 3 of 4 in the Zambia Hall of Fame: sustained excellence over a career, widely honoured at home. See how the levels work.

Why they are here

Ambassador to the United States, and one of only two women to stand for the Zambian presidency in 2001.

Princess Inonge Mbikusita-Lewanika was born on 10 July 1943 and served as Zambia's Ambassador to the United States.

She was one of two women who stood for the presidency of Zambia in the 2001 elections. She is a granddaughter of Lewanika, the Litunga of Barotseland.
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