By Mike Tembo

The leader of opposition in Parliament who is also Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Vice President for Southern Region Kondwani Nankhumwa, on Monday, February 6, 2023 took time off his busy schedule to visit one of the country’s most celebrated comedian, Frank Yalu better known as ‘Nginde’, at his home in Chimwankhunda, Blantyre.

Nginde has been missing on the showbiz scene for sometime, a development that led to speculations about his health and well-being.

The commedian came into the limelight when he was one of the actors in Tikuferanji radio and TV drama episodes, sponsored by the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) and aired on Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC).

While thanking Nankhumwa for for visiting him, Yalu disclosed he is struggling to make ends meet.

“Currently, I am doing nothing to earn a living.

“Life has been so difficult for me and your coming is a huge blessing to me,” Nginde informed the Leader of Opposition in Parliament.

In his speech, Nankhumwa said apart from Yalu, he has learnt that several other renowned actors and actresses have been “neglected” and it is his wish to reach out to them as well.

The opposition leader donated K100, 000 to the Yalu family.

He however, pledged to construct a descent house for the family.

Speaking on behalf of the theatre industry in Malawi, Jeremiah Mwaungulu, who is popularly known by his stage name ‘Chisi’, and who is Yalu’s closest friend, hailed Nankhumwa for his good heart and gesture.

Mwaungulu said the cash donation will significantly transform Nginde’s life and that of his family.

“We have approached a number of people to help our brother to no avail,” said Mwaungulu, adding that what Nankhumwa had done was a clear indication that he indeed has the welfare of artists at heart.