Kyungu

For others things named Kyungu, see Kyungu (disambiguation).

Kyungu is a traditional authority in Karonga District in the Northern Region of Malawi. It is mainly inhabited by the Ngonde.[1]

Paramount Chief Kyungu

The current paramount Chief is Paramount Chief Kyungu Nsangalufu Clement Mwakabanga III that was elevated to this position by President Joyce Banda.[2] There has been some controversies surrounding him and paramount Chief Karonga in recent years as a result of changes in administration and politics.[2]He was recognized as Chief by President Joyce Banda in 2012.[3] He is the most senior Chief in Karonga District and Chitipa District.[4]

Floods

Kyungu area is prone to floods. In March 2013, flood displaced people in the area.[5]

References

  1. ↑ "The Conservation and Management of Traditional Heritage: a key to sustainable Development". The Uraha Foundation Malawi. Palaeo.net. Retrieved 2013-04-17.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Senior Chief Karonga sidelined at Kyungu installation". mwnation.com. Nation Online. Retrieved 2013-04-17.
  3. ↑ "I am not a political chief – Paramount Chief Kyungu Mwakabanga III". bnltimes.com. Malawi News. 2012-07-14. Retrieved 2013-04-17.
  4. ↑ "Maize smuggling creates hunger in Malawi". IRIN. Irish Network. 2013-03-01. Retrieved 2013-04-17.
  5. ↑ "Floods render people homeless in Karonga". capitalradiomalawi.com. 29 March 2013. Retrieved 2013-04-17.

External links

Kuyungu Spirituality