Zambia's Vice President, Mutale Nalumango, escaped unhurt after a Zambia Air Force helicopter carrying her was involved in an incident during takeoff in Nakonde District in Muchinga Province on Thursday.
The Secretary to the Cabinet, Patrick Kangwa, confirmed that the incident occurred while the Vice President was on an official visit to the district.
According to Mr. Kangwa, both the Vice President and everyone on board, including the flight crew, were safe.
“Mrs. Mutale Nalumango had an accident at takeoff in Nakonde, Muchinga Province, during her official visit to the region. The Vice President and all passengers and crew are safe and well.”
As a precaution, Ms. Nalumango was taken to Nakonde Hospital for a routine medical examination. Government officials said she was later discharged after doctors confirmed she was in good health.
“As a standard precaution, she was taken to Nakonde Hospital for a routine check and has since been discharged,” Mr. Kangwa stated.
The government said investigations would be conducted to determine the cause of the incident, adding that the relevant authorities would establish the circumstances surrounding the occurrence.
“The relevant authorities will establish the circumstances of the incident in a normal way.”
Despite the incident, the Vice President is expected to continue with her scheduled official engagements in the region.
Mr. Kangwa also commended the professionalism of the flight crew and emergency responders, while thanking residents of Nakonde District for their prompt assistance following the incident.
President Hakainde Hichilema later confirmed that he had spoken with the Vice President after the incident and expressed gratitude that she was unharmed.
“Fellow citizens, we have just spoken with Her Honour the Vice President and our Running Mate, Mrs. W.K. Mutale Nalumango, who was involved in a helicopter incident today.”
“We are grateful to God to report that she is in good spirits and unharmed. We thank God for His protection and for preserving her life.”
Authorities are expected to provide further updates after investigations into the incident are completed.
Source: lusakatimes.com
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