Veep Ansah Joins Malawians in Receiving Inkosi Chindi’s Remains

Vice President Dr Jane Ansah on Sunday joined Malawians in receiving the remains of Inkosi Chindi at Kamuzu International Airport in Lilongwe.

Inkosi Chindi died on Friday in India, where he had travelled for medical treatment.

Ansah was accompanied by government officials, members of the Mzimba District Council, chiefs, religious leaders and family members who gathered at the airport to receive the body.

Speaking during the ceremony, Ansah said she and President Peter Mutharika were saddened by the death of the traditional leader.

She said the government had facilitated Inkosi Chindi’s trip to India for medical treatment after he fell ill, adding that his death was a painful loss.

Ansah described the late chief as a young leader, saying the country had lost an important figure in its development.

Inkosi Chindi was one of the respected Ngoni traditional leaders in Mzimba District.

His death is also a loss to the Ngoni community, which he served as a traditional leader.

His remains are expected to be taken to Mzimba for burial.