Report by Wilis Moyo

Lilongwe, Malawi – In a devastating turn of events, President Lazarus Chakwera has confirmed that all passengers on board the Malawi Defense Force aircraft, including Vice President Dr. Saulos Klaus Chilima, have tragically lost their lives in the plane crash.

The nation of Malawi is in mourning as the news of the tragic incident spreads. The President’s confirmation of the fatalities has sparked an outpouring of grief and shock across the country.

The aircraft, which was carrying 10 people, including the Vice President and other high-ranking officials, went missing Monday morning. Despite efforts by aviation authorities to establish contact, the plane’s fate remained unknown until the President’s somber announcement.

As the country comes to terms with this unprecedented loss, President Chakwera has declared a national period of mourning. Flags will fly at half-mast, and memorial services are being planned to honor the lives of the deceased.

The cause of the crash is still unknown and an investigation is underway. The nation of Malawi stands united in grief, mourning the loss of their beloved leaders and citizens.