By Isaac Salima
Foreign governments have condoled with President Lazarus Chakwera and Malawians over the death of State Vice President Saulos Klaus Chilima and eight others who died in a plane crash on Monday.
The United States Embassy in Lilongwe said it was deeply saddened by the deaths.
“At this difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of the Vice President as well as with those of the accompanying victims. We extend our deepest condolences to the Government of Malawi, the Malawi Defence Force and the people of Malawi,” the statement reads.
On its part, the United Kingdom (UK) said it was with members of believed families and the people of Malawi during this time.
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“Our thoughts are with the loved ones of those who lost their lives and with the people of Malawi during this tragic moment,” it reads.
The European Union has also said it condoles with Malawians.
“Dr Saulos Chilima’s remarkable dedication to democracy and to the wellbeing of Malawians will remain a testimony to his successes and constitute a pointer for future generations of political leaders.
“We extend our deepest condolences to families and friends of the departed souls, to HE [His Excellency] President Lazarus Chakwera and the people of Malawi for this terrible loss,” it says.
