Northern Province Acting Permanent Secretary Beauty Undi-Phiri has described the death of Chief Mwamba Ntule, the third of the Mambwe People in Mbala District, as a big loss in the province.
Ms Undi-Phiri says the late Chief was a visionary leader who fostered development in his Chiefdom without segregation.
ZANIS reports that speaking when she led government officials at the burial church service for the late traditional leader, Ms Undi-Phiri noted that the late Chief Mwamba was a hard-working traditional leader who offered guidance to government, whenever he was called upon.
She said the late Chief was among the many traditional leaders who supported the vision and policies of the government
“Government worked hand in hand with the late Chief in delivering development to the people of Mbala, he wanted the best for his people,” she said.
She added that the late Chief Mwamba Ntule will be missed by everyone especially those who worked closely with him.
Ms Undi-Phiri said his leadership bridged boundaries in bringing together diverse communities and foster a sense of belonging among the Mambwe people.
Mambwe Royal Establishment Spokesperson, Christopher Mengo thanked the government for the support rendered to the late traditional leader during his sickness, till the time of his death.
Mr Mengo assured that the traditional leadership will continue to collaborate with the government in fostering development to the people.
Mr Mengo further assured the government of the royal establishment’s commitment for smooth succession in Mwamba Chiefdom.
“We are grateful to the government for the support, as a royal family we want to assure that we will have a smooth transition because the family and traditional council will follow the lay down cultural procedures,” he assured.
Chief Mwamba Ntule the third died on May 14, 2026 at the age of 78. He has been on the throne for nine years.
