By Chisomo Phiri
A member of the Commission of Inquiry into the Chikangawa plane crash, Sylvester Namiwa, has resigned just days after being sworn in.
The commission was established by President Lazarus Chakwera to investigate the circumstances surrounding the aircraft accident that claimed the life of former Vice President Dr. Saulos Chilima and eight others.
In a letter to Chakwera, Namiwa cites lack of transparency and accountability within the commission as the reason for his resignation.
He has expressed disappointment that the inquiry would not be aired on television and radio stations, despite his belief that the bereaved families and the public deserved to witness the proceedings.
Namiwa has emphasized that his decision aligns with the principles of transparency and accountability, which are essential for an inquiry of such magnitude.
He has also questioned the commission’s decision to not hold public witness testimonies, which he believes is a crucial aspect of the investigation.
The resignation of Namiwa has raised questions about the commission’s integrity and the circumstances surrounding the inquiry.
The Chikangawa plane crash has been a topic of great interest and concern, and the public expects a thorough and transparent investigation into the incident.
The German Federal Bureau of Aircraft Accident Investigation(BFU) released a preliminary report on the crash, which suggested that heavy clouds and turbulence contributed to the accident.
However, the full report is still awaited, and the commission’s inquiry is expected to provide more clarity on the circumstances surrounding the plane crash.
