US Ambassador to Zambia Michael Gonzales is set to leave the country after the 30th of April, following his recall. Ambassador Gonzales’ departure leaves behind uncertainty over U.S, Zambia relations. Ambassador Gonzales is most remembered for his strong stance against what he described as corruption and theft of drugs under the UPND government. The US Embassy public affairs office confirmed Ambassador Gonzales’ departure. “Ambassador Gonzales is departing Zambia next week, and we will be having a farewell reception for him on April 30,” Mathews Mumbi stated in an invitation note seen by News Diggers. Ambassador Gonzales was sworn in as the U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Zambia in August 2022, serving concurrently as the U.S. Special Representative to the...
