African Union mourns tragic loss of Malawi’s vice president, others in plane crash
The African Union Commission‘s Chairperson, H.E. Moussa Faki Mahamat, has expressed his deepest condolences to the people of Malawi following the tragic death of Vice President Saulos Chilima and nine others in a plane crash.
Malawi’s President Lazarus Chakwera announced that the wreckage of the aircraft was found in Chikangawa Forest, with all occupants confirmed dead.
The Vice President’s plane went missing on Saturday, prompting a search and rescue operation that ended in tragedy.
The cause of the crash is yet to be determined, but investigations are underway. The incident has sent shockwaves across the continent, with leaders and citizens alike mourning the loss of a dedicated public servant.
H.E. Moussa Faki Mahamat extended his most sincere condolences to the bereaved families, the Government, and the people of Malawi, describing the incident as a “great national loss”.
He reiterated the African Union’s strong solidarity with President Lazarus Chakwera, the Government, and the people of Malawi during this difficult time.
The Chairperson’s message of condolence was echoed by other African leaders, who joined in mourning the passing of Vice President Chilima.
