Dr Monze understood public office and executed his duties with diligence, his death was a profound loss to the public service and the nation at large”, he said. The President said his spirit of collaboration had helped strengthen service delivery in Southern Province. And Chief Hamusonde, speaking on behalf of other traditional leaders in Southern Province, praised Dr Monze for his responsiveness and inclusive leadership style. The Chief remarkably commended Dr Monze ‘s humility saying that his genuine interest in people knew no social status. Dr Monze 52, died on 28th July 2026, and he is survived by a wife and four children.