Zambian president Michael Sata has died in hospital in London, the country's government has announced.
The 77-year-old died shortly after 11pm on Tuesday at the King Edward VII hospital where he was being treated.
His wife, Christine Kaseba, and his son, Mulenga Sata, the mayor of the Zambian capital Lusaka, were at his side.
In a statement Zambian cabinet secretary Roland Msiska urged Zambians "to remain calm, united and peaceful during this very difficult period".
The cabinet has already discussed plans for a political handover, it has been reported.
Rumours that Mr Sata was terminally ill have abounded since he disappeared from public view some time ago, fuelled by the government's refusal to discuss his health.
To scotch the rumours he joked about his health in an address at the opening of parliament on 9 September, saying: "I haven't died yet."
Earlier this year Mr Sata flew to Israel on what officials called a "working holiday" although many believed it was to receive medical treatment.
On 20 October the Zambian government revealed he had left for a "medical check-up abroad" without mentioning he had gone to London.
Mr Sata was elected president in 2011 and was nicknamed 'Mr King Cobra' for his sharp tongue.
Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond said he was saddened to hear of Mr Sata's death, adding: "He played a commanding role in the public life of his country over three decades.
"I would like to offer my condolences to his family and to the Zambian people at this time."
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