A 40-year-old man has died in Dedza district after being attacked by a donkey after he wore a black face mask and a cap.

Village Headman Chingwenje of the area confirmed of the development in an interview with Zodiak Broadcasting Station (ZBS).

According to Chief Chingwenje, the deceased identified as Solijala Matias sustained serious injuries and he died on the spot.

Matias hailed from Chingwenje village in the area of Traditional Authority Kaphuka in the district.