As Malawi marks one year since the tragic death of former Vice President Dr. Saulos Klaus Chilima, questions have emerged over why separate memorial ceremonies are being held by President Lazarus Chakwera and the late VP’s family.

Dr. Chilima, who was also UTM party president, died in a military plane crash on June 10, 2024, in Chikangawa Forest, alongside eight others. One year later, the memorial event meant to honor his life and those lost in the tragedy is now drawing public scrutiny due to divided observances.

According to a program released by the Chilima family, the main memorial ceremony is being held in Nsipe, Ntcheu the late VP’s home village. Several political parties, including UTM and DPP, are scheduled to speak.

However, the ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP), which Chilim

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