MZUZU-(MaraviPost)-President Lazarus Chakwera on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 led Malawians in commemorating fallen former Veep Saulos Chilima and eight others at Nthungwa forest in Nkhata-Bay which he made a moving and soothing speech.
Here are key highlights of Chakwera’s memorial service speech.
- Unity in Mourning– President Chakwera emphasizes national unity, urging Malawians to grieve together and support the families of the nine victims of the June 10, 2024, plane crash.
- Comfort Through Shared Grief– He acknowledges the deep pain caused by the tragedy and encourages collective healing, stressing that mourning together is part of the healing process.
- Honoring the Fallen– The President pays tribute to the late Vice President Dr. Saulos Chilima and the eight others, affirming that each life lost was valuable and deserving of respect. He announces the renaming of a major highway in Chilima’s honor.
- Lessons from the Tragedy– Chakwera references three investigative reports on the crash, vowing to implement recommendations to prevent future disasters and improve aviation safety.
- Call for Forgiveness & Reflection– He appeals for national reconciliation, urging Malawians to avoid division and instead focus on honoring the departed through unity and compassion.