Inkosi Chindi IV Dies in India After Long Illness

Inkosi Chindi IV of Euthini Headquarters in Mzimba District has died after a long illness while receiving medical treatment in India.

According to an official statement issued by the Mmbelwa Chiefs’ Council on 23 October 2026, the traditional leader died on Friday, 23 October, while undergoing treatment in the Asian country. He reportedly succumbed to cancer.

The death of Inkosi Chindi IV marks a loss for the traditional leadership and communities under his jurisdiction at Euthini Headquarters, as preparations begin to facilitate the return of his remains to Malawi.

In the statement, the Mmbelwa Chiefs’ Council Secretary, Inkosi Jalavikuba, said arrangements for repatriating the body were being made in consultation with the Government.

The Council said further details regarding the repatriation process would be communicated to the public once the arrangements had been finalised.

It also indicated that burial arrangements would be announced in due course, urging the public to await further communication from the relevant authorities.

The statement was issued on behalf of His Majesty Inkosi Ya Makhosi Mmbelwa V, the senior chief of the Mzimba area.

Further details regarding the late Inkosi Chindi IV’s funeral and burial are expected to be released as consultations between the Mmbelwa Chiefs’ Council and the Government progress.