The royal family of the Mwase Chieftaincy of Likoma Island has announced death of Sub Traditional Authority (STA) Mwase who has died after a short illness.

Village Headman Mwase Mvalamakhoza said STA Mwase whose real name was Boston Kamchacha died in early hours of today.

According to the family the,chief will be led to rest on Tuesday.

Chief Mwase has died at the age of 62.