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British High Commissioner saddened at the death of President Sata

British High Commissioner James Thornton has paid tribute to the late President, Michael Chilufya Sata. Mr Thornton said:

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British High Commissioner, James Thornton

British High Commissioner, James Thornton

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Published 29 October 2014