A 25-year-old Zambian model and social media influencer, Lisa Mutalu, has died suddenly in Lusaka after reportedly becoming seriously ill following a night out with friends.
According to a preliminary account released by the Zambia Police Service, Mutalu spent the evening of August 19 with two female friends at a hotel where she worked as a brand ambassador. The three later moved to another drinking establishment in Lusaka.
Police said that between about 2:30 a.m. and 3:00 a.m. on August 20, Mutalu’s boyfriend, identified as Caleb Lisa, also known as Andrea, picked up the three women. He dropped off the two friends before continuing with Mutalu to their residence in the Kalundu area.
After arriving home, Mutalu reportedly began vomiting and subsequently became unconscious. Her boyfriend contacted a friend who assisted in taking her to Victoria Hospital, where she was pronounced dead on arrival.
Police investigate circumstances surrounding death
The circumstances surrounding Mutalu’s sudden death have generated widespread speculation online, including unverified claims that she may have been assaulted.
However, police have said their preliminary examination found no physical injuries on her body. Her remains were transferred to the University Teaching Hospital Mortuary for a postmortem examination as investigations continue.
Authorities have not yet established and publicly announced the definitive cause of death.
Mutalu, whose legal name was reportedly Lisa Mutambo, was known for lifestyle and fashion-related content and had built a significant following on social media.
Her death has left followers and members of Zambia’s social media community mourning the young influencer.
GhanaMedia.net will continue to follow the investigation and update readers as verified information becomes available.
