By Jones Gadama
The Parliament of Malawi recently observed a moment of silence to honor the memory of Roy Ngulube, Clerk of the Parliament of Zambia, who passed away while attending the 150th Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly in Uzbekistan.
Speaker of the Malawian Parliament, Rt. Honourable Catherine Gotani Hara, MP, conveyed the House’s heartfelt condolences to the Speaker of the Parliament of Zambia and the Zambian nation.
According to Gotani Hara, Ngulube died after a short illness, leaving a void in the Zambian Parliament.
The Malawian Parliament acknowledged Ngulube’s dedication to his work, noting his commitment to promoting parliamentary affairs.
The House’s decision to pay tribute to Ngulube underscores the strong ties between Malawi and Zambia, particularly in the realm of parliamentary cooperation.
This gesture of goodwill and solidarity highlights the respect with which Ngulube was held by his peers.
Gotani Hara’s statement on behalf of the House underscored the significance of Ngulube’s contributions to the Inter-Parliamentary Union and regional parliamentary initiatives.
The condolence message also reflects the shared values of cooperation and mutual respect that define parliamentary relations in the region.
In a similar vein, the Malawian Parliament recently paid tribute to Lawson Chitseko, Assistant Clerk of Parliament responsible for committees, who passed away suddenly in February 2024.
Chitseko’s untimely death was met with shock and sadness, with Gotani Hara confirming the news in an interview with the press.
These incidents highlight the importance of parliamentary institutions acknowledging the contributions of their officials, both past and present.
Parliamentarians play a vital role in fostering regional cooperation and understanding.
Their work often goes unnoticed, but events like Ngulube’s passing serve as a poignant reminder of the human side of parliamentary diplomacy.
By honoring his memory, the Malawian Parliament demonstrated its commitment to the values of solidarity and cooperation that Ngulube embodied.
The tribute paid to Roy Ngulube by the Malawian Parliament serves as a testament to the enduring bonds between Malawi and Zambia.
As regional parliamentary institutions continue to navigate the complexities of international cooperation, they would do well to draw on the legacy of dedicated public servants like Ngulube, who worked tirelessly to promote the interests of their nations and the global community.
