Saulos Chilima: Funeral service held for Malawi's vice-president

Saulos Chilima, 51, was seen as a breath of fresh air and was especially popular among young people.

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Saulos Chilima, 51, was considered a breath of fresh air in Malawian politics.

He was an eloquent public speaker and energetic campaigner who held huge sway among the youth who account for more than half of Malawians.

At the service, President Lazarus Chakwera promised a full investigation into the cause of the crash and said that he had asked foreign governments to help.

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