The United Church of Zambia (UCZ) in Northern Province has joined the nation in mourning the death of Bernadette Mwamba, the wife to Paramount Chief Chitimukulu, who died in a road traffic accident in Mungwi District.
United Church of Zambia Northern Presbytery Bishop George Sindaza conveyed a message of condolences to the Bemba Royal Establishment following the sudden death of Paramount Chief Chitimukulu’s wife.
Speaking in an interview with the media in Kasama, Bishop Sindaza described Mrs Mwamba as a motherly figure to the wider community.
He noted that her passing was not only a loss to the royal family but also to the church and the people of Northern Province and the country.
“We are deeply saddened by this tragedy. Bernadette Mwamba was a woman of faith and compassion. Her life was dedicated to uplifting others,” he said.
Bishop Sindaza urged the community to stand together in prayer and solidarity with the bereaved family during this painful time.
“Her absence will be profoundly felt, we urge the community to stand together in prayer and solidarity with the Chitimukulu family during this painful time,” Bishop Sindaza added.
And former Northern Province Minister Chungu Bwalya called on the Bemba Royal Establishment and the wider community to find solace in God following the tragic death.
Mr Bwalya noted that while the loss was deeply personal to the royal family, its impact had affected the entire nation.
“This tragedy has not only shaken the Bemba Royal Establishment, but has touched the entire country. Bernadette Mwamba was a respected figure whose presence extended beyond the royal palace. In moments of grief, we must turn to the Lord for comfort and strength,” Mr Chungu said.
He further called on residents to mourn her with dignity, stressing that the late Ms Mwamba’s life should be remembered for her compassion, cultural stewardship, and dedication to community service.
