Harry Mkandawire
MalawipoliticianMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Harry Mkandawire is a former Defence Minister of Malawi who recently testified in a parliamentary inquiry regarding the June 2024 military plane crash that claimed the life of Vice-President Saulos Chilima and eight others. During his testimony, he stated that former President Lazarus Chakwera had authorized the use of the military aircraft involved, raising significant questions about the chain of command leading up to the tragic incident.
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Former Defence Minister Harry Mkandawire previously told the committee that it was Phiri who called him on the morning of the crash.
Ex-Army chief turns on Police boss Luhanga to face crash probe — While clearing his own name - Featured News MalawiMalawi· 2026-09-22
Harry Mkandawire was mentioned as being potentially delegated to attend a funeral on behalf of the president.
Integrity on display: Kadzipatike avoids questioning Zamba, wins commendation from Nyamilandu - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-07-01
Harry Mkandawire was the Defence Minister who was consulted regarding the aircraft request for Chilima.
“This is your army, our army—help it”: MDF chiefs expose critical shortages at Chilima crash inquiry - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-06-24
Former Minister of Defence Harry Mkandawire provided testimony regarding the timeline and decisions surrounding the plane crash.
Inside the Lost Hours: Former Minister’s Testimony Deepens Chilima Crash Mystery - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-06-23Former Defence Minister Harry Mkandawire testified about the authorisation for the flight.
Chakwera signed off Chilima’s fatal flight, Mkandawire testifies - Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & SportsMalawi· 2026-06-23
