LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-President Peter Mutharika and First Lady Gertrude Mutharika have expressed sadness over the loss of five members of Hive Band.
The five died in a terrible road accident on Friday, December 26, 2025.
The first couple condolence message reads, “The First Lady and I are profoundly heartbroken to learn of the horrific road accident that has claimed the lives of five remarkably talented young men—members of the Hive Band who served alongside Afro-dance artist Eli Njuchi.
“We mourn the loss of Elivacy Matamando Muyaba, Wilfred Kupengule Jnr, Vincent Mkwinda, McFarlen Banda, and Raphael Chitsonga”.
Mutharika adds, “These were not just musicians; they were instrumental figures whose passion and artistry helped shape the soul of Malawi’s music industry for years.
“Their passing is a devastating blow, not only to Eli Njuchi and the Musicians Association of Malawi, but to the very heart of our nation”.
The First couple mourns further, “It is a tragedy that leaves a void in our cultural fabric.
“That they were lost while traveling to bring joy to others at an end-of-year concert in Lilongwe only adds to the bitterness of this grief”.
Mutharika assures,”In this hour of darkness, our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families.
“As a gesture of our shared national mourning, the Government will shoulder all funeral expenses to ensure these sons of Malawi are laid to rest with the dignity they deserve”.
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