Ethiopia sends condolences to Malawi on the tragic death of late Vice President

Addis Ababa, June 12, 2024 (FBC) – The Ethiopian government, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has extended its condolences to the people and government of Malawi over the tragic death of Vice President Dr. Saulos Klaus Chilima and other nine Malawians.

In a statement issued Wednesday, MFA Ethiopia stated, “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia is deeply saddened to learn about the tragic plane crash that claimed the lives of the Vice President of the Republic of Malawi, Dr. Saulos Klaus Chilima and other nine Malawians.”

In a heartfelt gesture, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs conveyed its deepest condolences to the bereaved families, friends, the Government and people of the Republic of Malawi.

“The Government of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia and its people stands in solidarity with the Government and people of the Republic of Malawi during this difficult time,” the statement read. “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia offers prayers for the peaceful repose of the souls of the departed.”