By Jones Gadama
In a bid to promote youth empowerment and self-reliance, the Neno District Council has handed over various assets worth K38 million to 111 youth who graduated from the Neno Integrated Youth Development Centre.
The assets include 40 pigs, 200 bags of pig feed, 80 bags of chicken feed, and 400 ducklings, as well as maize and soya bean seeds.
Speaking during the certificate and asset handover ceremony, Neno District Commissioner Rosemary Nawasha urged the youth to utilize the assets effectively to improve their livelihoods and create employment opportunities for others.
Nawasha emphasized that the council’s goal is to empower the youth to become self-reliant and contribute to the district’s development.
Ian Sukali, Neno District Youth Officer, echoed Nawasha’s sentiments, stating that the council’s objective is to enable youth to become self-sufficient through initiatives like the National Youth Service program. Sukali highlighted the importance of equipping youth with relevant skills to drive development in the district.
One of the beneficiaries, Madalitso Namaona, expressed gratitude for the assets, promising to make the most of the opportunity.
Namaona vowed to ensure that the assets benefit his life and create employment opportunities for other youth in the future.
The Neno Integrated Youth Development Centre provides skills training in various areas, aiming to equip youth with the necessary skills to become self-reliant.
The centre’s initiative aligns with the government’s efforts to promote youth empowerment and development.
The asset handover ceremony marks a significant milestone in promoting youth empowerment and development in Neno District.
The initiative is expected to have a positive impact on the community, creating employment opportunities and improving livelihoods.
As the beneficiaries utilize the assets effectively, they will contribute to the district’s economic growth and development.
The National Economic Empowerment Fund (NEEF) has been instrumental in providing financial support to various groups and individuals in Malawi, promoting economic empowerment and development.
Similar initiatives have been implemented in other districts, showcasing the government’s commitment to youth empowerment and development.
The Neno District Council’s effort to empower youth with assets worth K38 million demonstrates its commitment to promoting youth development and self-reliance.
The initiative will have a lasting impact on the lives of the beneficiaries and the district as a whole.
By providing skills training and assets, the council is equipping youth with the necessary tools to drive development and growth in the district.
