Guy Scott, Who Caused a Stir as White Leader of Zambia, Dies at 82

Guy Scott, the Zambian politician who drew international attention as a white president in Africa, died at the age of 82. Scott held the presidency for a short period, two decades after the fall of apartheid in South Africa, making him the only white president on the continent. His death was confirmed in July 2026. Though his tenure lasted only a few months, it was a notable moment in African history, coming after decades of white minority rule in South Africa. Scott was a controversial figure due to his race in a predominantly black country. His passing marks the end of an unusual chapter in African politics.