An administrative secretary of UTM Party as well as personal secretary to vice-president Saulos Chilima has died after contracting coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic while several known political figures are confirmed to have been diagnosed with the virus.
UTM confirmed that Bessie Sambo – who was seen during campaign sitting close to Chilima has died.
A popular figure on the campaign circuit, has seen many message of disbelief on Facebook for her loss.
Meantime Frank Tumpale Mwenifumbo writing on his Facebook has admitted that he has been infected and is in hospital, he shared the following message: My beloved friends , I would like to inform you that I have tested + for COVID-19…and I am receiving good Health care at Kamuzu Central Hospital . I urge those that were in close proximity with me in recent 10 days to come forward and present themselves for testing to that we can halt the spread.
My immediate family have all tested Negative and this should encourage you too. The number to call for COVID response is 0995165360…Thank you my friends & my God bless you all.
Frank Mwenefumbo was UDF running mate for Saulos Chilima in the 2019 nullified elections.