By Priscilla Phiri and Lesnart Kenani

Lilongwe, June 14, Mana: The body of late Vice President, Dr. Saulos Chilima has arrived at State Residence in Area 12, Lilongwe where the wake of his funeral will take place.

There was a sombre mood as multitudes of Malawians from all walks of life that have gathered at the residence to mourn Chilima.

Government officials, political party officials, the Ngoni community, religious leaders are among those present at the residence.

The Body has arrived at the residence from a Requiem mass which was held at St Patricks Parish Church, together with family members.

The casket was carried by Malawi Defence Force (MDF) pall bearers.  

A Military gun salute was sounded in honour of the late Vice President, 30 minutes after the arrival of his remains.

Chilima’s body will be moved to Parliament Buildings on Saturday, June 15, 2024 where it will lie in state for Malawians to pay their final respects.

Vice President Chilima died on a plane crash together with eight others on June 10,2024 and he will be laid to rest on Monday, June 17, 2024 at Nsipe Village, Ntcheu District.