Zambia 's President Levy Mwanawasa dies in France , nearly 2 months after stroke . Mwanawasa fell ill in late June at African Union summit in Sharm El Sheikh . He was hospitalized for a week and then released from hospital on July 1. Score: `` On behalf of the United States , we extend our sincere condolences to President Mwanawasa 's wife , his family , and all Zambians during this difficult time . '' President Bush calls him a champion of democracy throughout Africa .
Zambia 's President Levy Mwanawasa dies in France , nearly 2 months after stroke . Mwanawasa fell ill in late June at African Union summit in Sharm El Sheikh . He was hospitalized for a week and then released from hospital on July 1. Score: President Bush calls him a champion of democracy throughout Africa .