11 Facts About Andrew Sardanis

Andrew Sotiris Sardanis was a notable journalist and businessman of Cypriot-Zambian origin.

Andrew Sardanis gained recognition for his involvement in Zambia's independence liberation movement and played a significant role in the formation of Zambia's first administration.

Andrew Sardanis held prominent positions in the Zambian government, including serving as the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of State Participation and Chairman of the Industrial Development Corporation.

Andrew Sardanis was widely recognized for his contributions towards the economic development of Zambia.

In recognition of his service, Andrew Sardanis was awarded Zambia's highest civil decoration, the Order of the Eagle of Zambia, by President Edgar Lungu in 2019.

Andrew Sardanis' legacy continues to inspire many in Zambia and beyond, as a testament to his dedication and commitment towards the country's progress.

Andrew Sardanis was born in colonial Cyprus and migrated to Northern Rhodesia in October 1950, when he was 19, as part of a group of migrants displaced by the end of World War II.

Andrew Sardanis spent most of his early life working for his brother in law in a transport company which operated between the Copperbelt and North-Western Province.

Andrew Sardanis was one of the few white settlers to have actively supported the black liberation movement and he trained.

Andrew Sardanis became a passionate freedom fighter and was strongly involved in the independence movement.

Andrew Sardanis died on 28 February 2021, at CFB Hospital in Lusaka.