What or Who Killed Ralph Kasambara?
To many, Raphael (Ralph) Kasambara was more than a lawyer or politician; he was a kind-hearted figure who touched lives across Malawi. His untimely death shocked the nation and left unanswered questions that demand clarity.
While mourners grappled with his passing, tragedy compounded when Vice-President Saulos Klaus Chilima and his entourage perished in a plane crash en route to Kasambara’s funeral. Chilima had described Kasambara as “a comrade,” a term denoting deep camaraderie rooted in shared struggles for societal betterment.
Amid this double tragedy, attention has now shifted back to Kasambara’s mysterious death. He was reportedly found lifeless in his lodge room, the door ajar, his chest covered by a bath towel. Though known to manage a heart condition, questions linger:
- Was it his heart? Did his long-standing heart issues finally claim his life?
- Who visited him? Reports suggest a visitor left his room late at night. If innocent, why didn’t they report his death?
- What about the drugs? Allegations of drugs found in his room raise further suspicion. Were they for medical or recreational purposes?
Kasambara’s legacy speaks volumes. A brilliant mind, he excelled in academics, earning straight A’s at MSCE. At Zomba Maximum Prison, he volunteered as a teacher, inspiring many. He co-founded the Civil Liberties Committee (Cilic) with Emmie Chanika, championing Malawians’ rights. He also established the Congress of Democrats party and served as Minister of Justice under both Bingu wa Mutharika and Joyce Banda.
For someone so impactful, his death cannot remain a mystery. Answers are owed to his family, his community, and the nation he served with dedication. Ralph Kasambara deserves justice—and clarity about his final moments.
