Over 80 Malawians die in South Africa every month

Statistics indicate that a total of over 80 Malawians die every months in South Africa,putting Malawi’s embassy in the rainbow nation in an awkward position.

This was revealed during an engagement meeting between the office of the Malawi’s consulate general in South Africa and Mthunzi Funeral Services Company, a subsidiary of Old Mutual (Malawi) Limited, which has stepped up efforts to ease the burden Malawians livings in South Africa face during bereavement.

Onismas Karadzai the General Manager of the company’s, led Mthunzi’s delegation at the Malawi Consulate General where among others met with representatives of the Malawi communities in South Africa.

Karadzai added that, Mthunzi Funeral Services Company is coming in to address the challenges that Malawians in diaspora, normally face when repatriating their loved one’s remains.

“We have initiated discussions with the Malawi Consulate General and representatives of Malawian in Communities in South Africa.We are introducing Mthunzi Funeral Services operations and explore collaboratives initiatives with the Consulate and potential partners. Additionally, we are also marketing Mthunzi’s services to South African-based Malawians and gain insights into their funeral needs, “he said.

Mthunzi Funeral Services Company, is commitment to offering comprehensive services, including repatriation and other funeral expenses,to Malawians in South Africa,regardless of whether they are on insurance coverage or a cash basis.