Parliament chief research officer Leonard Tilingamawa laid to rest

By Chisomo Phiri

The body of Leonard Tilingamawa, who untilill his death, was Parliament’s Chief Research Officer, has on Sunday been laid to rest at his home, Machinjiri in Blantyre.

Tilingamawa died on Friday, August 18, 2023.

In her eulogy, the Speaker of Parliament, Catherine Gotani Hara, said late Leonard Tilingamawa was a dedicated member of staff such that Parliament will greatly miss his services.

Leonard Tilingamawa



“We are saddened by his death. Late Tilingamawa demonstrated commitment towards work.

“He championed the establishment of Parliament Staff Union, which means he was putting the needs of fellow employees above his,” said Hara.

Among other notable people who attended the burial ceremony were Chairperson of the Women’s Caucus, Hon. Roseby Gadama, Hon. Commissioner Zulu, Hon. John Bande and several Members of Parliament.