Zambian Vice President Dr. W.K. Mutale Nalumango and all members of her entourage escaped unhurt after a Zambia Air Force helicopter was involved in a take-off accident in Nakonde District, Muchinga Province, today. The crash. According to a statement from Secretary to the Cabinet, Mr. Patrick Kangwa, the helicopter carrying the Vice President experienced the incident shortly after take-off while she was on official duty in the area. “The Vice-President, all passengers and crew are safe and well. As a precaution, the VP was taken to a nearby medical facility for a routine check and has since been discharged. The VP is in good health and will continue with her programme of work,” the statement read. Safe: Zambia Vice President Dr. W.K. Mutale Nalumango Government has commended the professionalism of the flight crew, the swift intervention by emergency responders, and the support from the people of Nakonde An investigation will be conducted to establish the full circumstances leading to the accident. The incident triggered immediate reactions online, with some unconfirmed reports initially describing it as a “plane crash.” Official sources quickly clarified that it was a helicopter take-off accident with no injuries or loss of life. Vice President Nalumango continues to enjoy strong public support and was undertaking provincial engagements at the time of the incident. Post navigation “The Dowa Fertiliser Puzzle: Why Malawi’s Promised Local Fertiliser Plant Is Still Idle” RUMPHI MPS LOCK HORNS OVER CDF ROAD GRADER AS DISTRICT BATTLES POOR ROADS