His Excellency, Mr. Michael Chilufya Sata, President of the Republic of Zambia, last night left for a medical check- up abroad First Lady Dr Christine Kaseba, some family members and his press aide have accompanied the Head of State. This wasn't the president's first trip abroad to meet with foreign doctors, but it was the first time state officials admitted to Sata's medical needs. In the past, his administration has denied rumors by cabinet members about his declining health, maintaining that Sata was fine and busy at work.
Это произошло 20 октября, за 4 дня до 50 годовщины Дня Независимости Замбии, когда президента в срочном порядке доставили для лечения в Лондон.