By Llywellenie Mpasa:
The body of former Minister of Sports Moses Dossi will be laid to rest today in the area of Traditional Authority Chapananga in Chikwawa District.
Friday, the body was laid for a final mass at St Pius Catholic Parish in Blantyre.
Hundreds from all corners of the country gathered to pay their homage during the service.
Sports analyst Higger Mkandawire described Dossi as a decorated sports personality who will be deeply missed.
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“Moses Dossi was a true champion of sports development in Malawi. His contributions to the growth of various sports disciplines will always be remembered,” Mkandawire said.
Former Netball Association of Malawi general secretary Carol Bapu echoed similar sentiments hailing Dossi as a legend in the game.
“Dossi was a passionate supporter of netball and his legacy will continue to inspire future generations,” she said.
Politicians from various parties also joined in paying tribute to the late sports icon.
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UDF Regional Governor for the South Dorothy Masinga expressed sadness at the loss.
“Moses Dossi was a dedicated public servant who served his country with distinction,” she said.
UTM’s Publicity Secretary Felix Njawala also conveyed his party’s condolences.
Dossi’s contributions to the development of sports in Malawi will always be cherished,” Njalawa said.
Dossi died on Thursday at Blantyre Adventist Hospital after a short illness.
Known as ‘Man on The Touchline’ in media circles, Dossi was renowned for his exceptional football reporting and analytical skills.
His daughter, Chikwawa West legislator Susan, said the family was grieving following the death.
Dossi was a dedicated sports enthusiast who went the extra mile to support various sports disciplines.
On December 17, 2005, he walked 10 miles in Hyde Park, London, to raise money for Oxfam’s fight against one of the worst food crises in Malawi.
He also authored a memoir, ‘Football in Malawi—A Way of Life’ in 1992, which immortalizes his travels and experiences alongside the country’s soccer greats.
Tributes continue to pour in for the late former Minister of Sports.
