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Nqobile Tshili Chronicle Correspondent
CHIEF Malaki Masuku of Matobo District has died.

He was 81.

Matobo District Administrator Robert Muzezewa said the Chief died yesterday morning to end his 23-year reign.

“He died today (yesterday) in the morning. He was a shrewd chief who advised us on how to handle issues the traditional way. He died due to cardiac arrest. The Chief had been unwell for quite some time,” said Muzezewa.

He said Chief Masuku’s reign began in 1992 following the death of his father.

“He took over from his father Chief Gareth Nzula Masuku in 1992. His father had served in that position since 1988. Chief Masuku is survived by a son, Nkulumane,” he said.

Muzezewa said although burial arrangements are yet to be concluded, Chief Masuku would be buried at his rural home in Nzula, Nathisa.

“The government is mandated to take care of burial arrangements. The state will provide the coffin while the Ministry of Public Works will prepare the grave as per the honour prescribed to traditional leaders,” said Muzezewa.

No comment could immediately be obtained from his family or the president of the Chiefs Council, Chief Fortune Charumbira.