The Ngoni people of Ntcheu belong to the Maseko Ngoni, one of the two major Ngoni groups in Malawi. Their leadership is guided by a traditional chieftaincy system centered around the Inkosi ya Makhosi (Paramount Chief). Current Paramount Chief Inkosi ya Makhosi Gomani V (Willard Gomani), installed in 2012. He is the cultural and traditional leader of the Maseko Ngoni, with headquarters at Lizulu, Ntcheu.
Roles of the Inkosi ya Makhosi:
- Custodian of Ngoni culture, values, and traditions
- Promoter of unity, education, and development
- Host of cultural ceremonies such as Umhlangano wa Maseko Ngoni
The herritage Divisions
- Maseko Ngoni Heritage Trust
- Maseko Ngoni Heritage District chapters
- Maseko Ngoni Heritage Zones
- Maseko Ngoni Heritage Areas.
