FORMER MINISTER DIES
Former Youth, Sport and Child Development Minister in the Chiluba Government Reverend Peter Chintala has died.
Reverend Chintala aged 72 died in the early hours of this morning after suffering a second stroke.
His Son, Andrew confirmed the death in an interview with ZNBC News.
Mr. Chintala who is also Millers Association of Zambia President said his father was admitted to Coptic Hospital for a week till his death.
He also said the funeral is being held in Ngwerere.
Mr. Chintala said funeral arrangements will be communicated to the public soon.
Reverend Chintala also served as Deputy Minister Religious Affairs at State House until 2001.
He later served as Zambia’s Ambassador to Russia in 2004.