TRIBUTE TO MR. ERIC SHEPPARD – “MUBITA” (USA)
The people of Barotseland in Zambia’s Western Province learned with great sorrow that Mr. Eric Sheppard died on 25 October 2026. He was widely known by the nickname “Mubita,” a name given to him by His Majesty Litunga Lubosi Imwiko II, the king of Barotseland. His death occurred in Williamsburg, Virginia, in the United States. The announcement of his passing sparked an outpouring of grief among Barotseland residents. Community leaders and ordinary citizens alike expressed their condolences and recalled his contributions. The tribute was published on The Zambian Observer website.
TRIBUTE TO MR. ERIC SHEPPARD – “MUBITA” (USA) The people of Barotseland, Western Province have received with deep sadness the news of the passing of Mr. Eric Sheppard, fondly nicknamed “Mubita” by His Majesty the King of Barotseland, Litunga Lubosi Imwiko II, which occurred yesterday, 25th October 2026 in Williamsburg, Virginia, USA. Who was Mubita? […] The post TRIBUTE TO MR. ERIC SHEPPARD – “MUBITA” (USA) first appeared on The Zambian Observer .