Mary Chilima Says She Still Struggles to Understand the Death of Her Husband Former VP Saulos Chilima

Mary Chilima, widow of Malawi’s former Vice President Saulos Klaus Chilima, says she is still grappling with the pain and unanswered questions surrounding her husband’s death one year and six months after the tragic military aircraft crash that claimed his life.

Dr. Chilima, along with eight other Malawians, died on June 10, 2024, when a Malawi Defence Force Dornier 228 aircraft crashed in the Chikangawa Forest in Nkhata Bay District. The delegation was en route to attend the funeral of former Attorney General Ralph Kasambara, a close friend of the late vice president.

In a heartfelt post shared on her social media page this morning, Mary Chilima expressed that the loss remains deeply painful.

“One year, six months. Tidakalirabe Saulos… A painful death. An incomprehensible death. Aaah. 💔” she wrote.

Her remarks come as the nation continues to wait for clarity on the crash investigation.

Last month, Minister of Justice Charles Mhango told Times that his ministry was in the process of reviewing all available reports regarding the aircraft accident involving Dr. Chilima. Mhango said once the review is complete, the ministry will submit its findings to President Lazarus Chakwera and advise whether a further investigation is necessary.

Source; Mary Nkhamanyachi Chilima & Times360Malawi