Geoff Freind was assaulted while walking between his hotel and shops in Malawi.
SUPPLIED: THE SALVATION ARMYA Perth man has died after being attacked during a preaching tour in Africa.
Geoff Freind, 60, was a long-serving Salvation Army Major based in the Perth suburb of Morley.
He had taken leave to go on a five-week solo preaching tour in Malawi in eastern Africa when he was attacked while walking from his hotel to nearby shops.
Mr Freind was put in an induced coma at a Johannesburg hospital, but died on Wednesday.
His wife and four sons had travelled to be by his side.
In a statement, the family said they were mourning the loss of their dearly beloved husband, father, son, brother and grandad.
"The family wish to give their thanks to God and the many people who have given support to Geoff and the family during this time," they said.
"Geoff loved Jesus and wanted the world to know Him."
The Salvation Army said Mr Freind's loss would be felt right through the organisation.
It said he left an indelible mark on his family, friends, colleagues and the broader community, having served as a Salvation Army Officer for 34 years.
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