Death of Malawi Vice President Confirmed

Malawi’s Vice President, Dr. Saulos Chilima, tragically lost his life in a plane crash along with nine other people. The incident occurred when the military aircraft they were traveling in crashed in the Chikangawa mountain range. 

Dr. Chilima, an economist and politician, had assumed office as vice president in June 2020. He was seen as a possible contender for next year’s presidential election.