National Tragedy In Malawi: Wreckage Of Plane Carrying Malawi’s Vice President, Saulos Chilima (Photos)
In a sombre announcement that has plunged the nation into mourning, Malawi has confirmed the death of its Vice President, Dr Saulos Chilima, along with nine others, following the tragic crash of a Dornier 228 military aircraft. The plane, which went missing shortly after 10 AM on Monday, was later discovered in the dense Chikangawa Forest.
The vice president was en route to a funeral when the aircraft, battling poor weather conditions, disappeared from radar. Despite immediate search efforts, hopes were dashed as the wreckage was located with no survivors. The incident marks one of the darkest moments in Malawi’s history, as the country grapples with the loss of its high-ranking official and other esteemed passengers.
Dr. Chilima, who had served as vice president for a decade, was widely respected and admired, particularly among the youth. His untimely demise has left a void in the nation’s leadership and has raised concerns about aviation safety within the region.
As Malawi mourns, tributes pour in from around the world, reflecting the global impact of this catastrophe. The government has yet to announce the details of the state funeral and the measures it will take to honour the lives of those lost in this heartbreaking event.
