President Peter Mutharika and the First Lady have joined the nation in mourning literary giant Jack Mapanje.
In a statement, the first couple says they are deeply saddened by the passing of Mapanje, a distinguished academic and iconic writer.
The couple says Mapanje will be remembered not only as a literary voice that entertained and educated us, but also challenged the status quo at a time when holding authority to account was perilous.
The Mutharikas have also called upon the nation to emulate Mapanje’s patriotic commitment to fighting for the just.
“As we mourn this venerable son of the soil, let us emulate his patriotic commitment to fighting for the just and prosperous Malawi we all envision,” reads the statement.
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Mapanje famed for works such as And the Crocodiles Are Hungry at Night, died in United Kingdom on Wednesday.
Born on March 25 1944, he hailed from Mangochi District.
Meanwhile, condolences continue to pour in for Mapanje.
