A bombshell revelation has shaken the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) as sources allege that the ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP) plans to monopolize and interfere with the commission’s affairs through its chief executive officer and chair, Anabel Mtalimanja.
The opposition has been calling for Mtalimanja’s resignation due to her direct links with the late John Tembo, former president of MCP.
Senior MCP members have reportedly agreed to disregard the opposition’s demands, with threats issued to President Lazarus Chakwera not to heed the calls for Mtalimanja’s removal.
The meeting, attended by senior MCP ministers, took place at Sanjika Palace.
This publication reached out to Minister of Information, Hon. Moses Kunkuyu, for comment but received no response. Multiple calls were also deliberately ignored.
The opposition’s concerns stem from Mtalimanja’s ties to Tembo and her perceived bias towards MCP.
With the country’s electoral integrity at stake, the opposition demands her resignation to ensure fair and impartial elections.
Mtalimanja’s position has been further complicated by her links with President Chakwera, who has been urged to take action.
The president’s former personal assistant, implicated in the controversy, remains untouched.
Allegations of MCP Interference
Sources close to the matter allege that MCP gurus have orchestrated a plan to control MEC’s operations, undermining the commission’s independence.
This move has sparked fears of electoral manipulation and jeopardized the country’s democratic process.
The opposition’s calls for Mtalimanja’s resignation have been met with resistance from MCP senior members, who insist on maintaining the status quo.
This has led to concerns about the ruling party’s commitment to free and fair elections.
MEC’s Credibility at Risk
The Malawi Electoral Commission’s credibility hangs in the balance as the controversy surrounding Mtalimanja’s leadership intensifies.
The commission’s impartiality is crucial to ensuring the integrity of the electoral process.
As tensions escalate, the opposition remains resolute in its demands for Mtalimanja’s resignation.
The president’s response to these calls will be closely watched, as the country’s democratic future hangs in the balance.
International Community Watches Closely
The international community is monitoring the situation closely, with concerns about Malawi’s democratic backsliding. The country’s commitment to free and fair elections will be tested in the coming months.
The future of Malawi’s democracy depends on the integrity of its electoral process.
The opposition’s calls for Mtalimanja’s resignation must be taken seriously to ensure the country’s democratic principles are upheld.
Will President Chakwera heed the opposition’s calls, or will MCP’s influence prevail? The nation waits with bated breath.
Preparations for the much-anticipated NGO Day at Sanjika Palace, scheduled for tomorrow with President Lazarus Chakwera in attendance, took an unexpected turn today as heavy rain wreaked havoc at the venue. The sudden downpour, which has disrupted the setting up of stands and other arrangements, is raising concerns among attendees, with some speculating that this could be a bad omen.
Locals and event organizers were caught off-guard by the torrential rain, which flooded parts of the Sanjika grounds, overturning stands and equipment. The unexpected storm has led to delays in finalizing logistics for the event, which is set to bring together various NGOs and government representatives to discuss key issues affecting Malawi.
Some individuals have begun to speculate that the heavy rains are more than just a natural occurrence. “Yakwiya ndi mizimu! (The spirits are angry!)” remarked one of the local elders who had been observing the preparations. In some Malawian cultural traditions, unexpected disturbances like heavy rain during important events are often interpreted as a sign of displeasure from ancestral spirits or higher powers.
While these interpretations might not align with everyone’s beliefs, they have stirred conversations about the symbolism of rain, especially when it disrupts major national events. Malawi, a country deeply rooted in cultural practices and spiritual beliefs, often finds itself grappling with interpretations that combine both natural and spiritual phenomena.
The President is expected to give an important address tomorrow, focusing on the role of NGOs in national development and how they can collaborate with the government to address critical issues such as poverty, education, and healthcare. However, with the rain causing significant disruptions today, many are left wondering if this is a mere coincidence or if it holds deeper meaning.
As preparations continue despite the setback, organizers are optimistic that all will be in place before the President’s arrival. However, the rain and the subsequent disruptions have certainly added an element of intrigue to tomorrow’s event. Whether or not the spirits are indeed angry, it is clear that the show must go on.
Stay tuned as we bring updates on the situation at Sanjika and whether the weather clears in time for tomorrow’s NGO Day.
Democracy as the name implies, depends on the active participation of the people in shaping the political process. For this to be achieved, an initiative-taking disposition must be nurtured and developed at the popular level. PAC, therefore, takes a critical role to play.
One of the clearest indications of the changes in the churches’ politics is the advisory role which they have assumed since the changes in 1994. The churches have seen making it a point to serve as ‘watchdogs,’ both cautioning principal political actors and contributing to the national political discourse.
The primary vehicle assigned to this task has been the Public Affairs Committee (PAC), which was reinvigorated by the churches in the months following the UDFs ascension to political power.
Among PAC’s multi-folded functions is to provide churches with a common voice to address matters of national interest. Thus, meetings sponsored by the PAC have been an especially important forum in this respect.
As early as November 1994, for instance, a PAC sponsored meeting, attended by three government officials, allowed church leaders to directly communicate their concerns about the deterioration of the economic and security situation in the country.
On economic issues, in 1995 PAC also raised a central issue under Bishop Ziyaye late, chairperson of the PAC. At a PAC meeting in Salima in March 1995, Ziyaye specifically commented by calling upon president Muluzi to very carefully review the economic conditions being imposed on Malawi by the IMF and World Bank ” to ensure that they are in the interests of the common man.” (The Nation, 28 March 1995)
On issues of security, in similar fashion, a PAC gathering in Mzuzu, April 1995, raised the issue of the worsening security situation in the country. (The Monitor, 30 April 1995)
On issues of foreign Policies and Donor Aid, PAC throwed its open letter in August 1995 to the President, Cabinet and Civil Servants Trade Union. While addressing a number of issues, the letter was particularly pointed in its critique of government spending priorities in the wake of donor recommendations.
“The resistance to World Bank recommendation that the size of the cabinet be reduced leaves us with the perception that by choosing to stand firm on this issue rather than on fertilizer subsidies for example, ministries are more important than the rest of the citizens.” (An open letter from the PAC Executive to the state President, members of Cabinet, and leaders of the Civil Servants Trade Union, 24 August 1995)
Again, on issues of governance, in 1996, PAC focused its attention on the behavior of the political parties which, in their view, was not only keeping critical issues off the national debate, but also contributing to an atmosphere of ungovernability in the country.
A February 1996 statement also made a sweeping condemnation of “unprincipled and irresponsible”. behavior characterizing the political leadership (government and opposition).
Citing as shameless party infighting, a cooperative stance by the opposition, and mercantile motives underlying party defections, PAC declaring that: “Instead of seeing our leaders focus their energy to watch them battle for personal gain.” (A call for Political maturity from the PAC Executive Committee, 6 February 1996)
Here today, also unwavering PAC is reminding us that the battle of fighting injustices, un-governance and impunity by the political leaders is never ending.
PAC in its speech to the president at Sanjika Palace, has reminded him of the negative trending issues the country is facing by his administration. Precisely, PAC has nailed not least but issues of rising corruption, cronyism where by the president himself parted his son-in-law with two government positions and his daughter into a foreign mission position.
Chakwera has also been criticized by PAC on practicing nepotism, favoring his ministers who have been complicated and encroached in the Zuneth Satter, an Indian who participates in corruption in Malawi and UK with Malawian government officials.
PAC has also opened fire on the office of the OPC by its inactive to serve the needs and welfare of Malawians. Not only that but the office of the Foreign Affairs has also come under fire that there are a lot of wrangles to be addressed and some ministerial positions, for instance, ministry of Civic Education and national Unity and others are viewed sleeping on the job and not valuing Malawians.
Chakwera has also been criticized on sitting on the Civil Service Reform Report and failing to make cabinet reshuffle.
Meanwhile, there is a huge rise of poverty levels and the gap between the rich and the poor has just doubled widening while there is a witness in rising of commodities and utilities being raised on poor Malawians.
PAC is now seen as the only hope for the hopeless Malawians who still await the promise of Canaan!
Disclaimer: The views expressed in the article are those of the author not necessarily of The Maravi Post or Editor.
BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Seven Malawi police officers have been transferred from Sanjika Palace in Blantyre days after a security lapse at the presidential compound.
The Inspector General of Police has ordered the transfer of the police officers to police stations because they were off-guard during the incident which happened on Saturday night.
A man identified as Dennis Chikhoza who police and state house sources claims that he was drunk drove through and destroyed two security barriers at Sanjika Palace in Blantyre while the President was inside.
According to the police report officers at the first gate tried to stop him but he dint stop and proceeding to the second gate.
“Officers on duty released bullets from a K2C riffle which landed on the driver’s both legs”, reads the report.
Chikhoza is currently receiving medical treatment at Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital.
The officers have been transferred to police stations in Mwanza, Chikwawa, Mulanje and Zomba among other districts.
Unskillful police officers transferred from Sanjika Palace over security lapses
National Police Spokesperson James Kadadzera has said he cannot comment on an in house matter.
Man shot on both legs for trespassing at Sanjika Palace
BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)—A Malawian is in agony at the Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital (QECH) after surviving gun shots on Saturday night at Sanjika Palace.
Information reaching Maravi Post indicates that the victim, who was totally drunk, was shot on his both legs for trespassing at the Sanjika Palace, which is home to the State President in Blantyre.
According to a report from Sub Inspector Sambo, on 12/06/21 at around 21:20 hours the victim, identified as Dennis Chikhoza, who was then driving a vehicle registration number DZ 7792 was totally drunk while driving towards Sanjika Palace .
Officers on the first Gate tried to stop him but he didn’t stop, as such he hit the gate and proceeded to the second gate damaging both barriers in the process.
The conduct of Chikhoza prompted officers on duty release bullets from a K2C riffle which landed on both legs.
Victim was referred to QECH for medical attention and his condition is improving.
Mean while investigations are in progress to establish the motive.
President Prof. Arthur Peter Mutharika Thursday, met with the Millenium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Chief Executive Officer, Sean Cairncross, at Sanjika Palace in Blantyre.
Blantyre, August, 01, 2019 (MaraviPost): President Arthur Peter Mutharika says Malawi is committed to working with extra passion to qualify for the Second Compact under the Millennium Challenge Compact.
Mutharika made the remarks on Thursday at Sanjika Palace when he had an audience with the Chief Executive Officer for Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), Sean Cairncross and his delegation.
“We are aware that there is a demanding process that we need to go through and we will go all the way.
“We will work with MCC in the process of developing constraints analysis report so that we determine the actual factors that remain to constrain our economic growth,” said Mutharika.
Mutharika added that he is aware that the country needs more work on improving the country’s macroeconomic environment with a strong imprint of private sector participation and difficulties with access to land for investments that affect participation of rural smallholder citizens particularly women.
“Further, we are aware that we have to work on reducing the cost of production such as high prices that result from the cost of poor rural roads and road freight transport services.
“Let me emphasize that we will improve lives of many Malawians the moment we bring down the cost of production in the country.
“Our goal is not just economic growth but inclusive economic growth where rural people participate and benefit in our economic growth,” he added.
The president further said that the reduction of production cost will boost production, allow rural Malawians to participate more in the production, create more jobs and more products.
“This is the turning point for Malawi to stop being a consuming and importing nation to becoming a producing and exporting nation. This is Malawi:’s vision,” said Mutharika.
MCCs Chief Executive Officer Sean Cairncross said Malawi was selected for the second compact as a result of governments continued commitment to strengthening democratic institutions, maintaining sound economic policies and investing in its people.
“The selection demonstrates the faith that our Board of Directors and USA has on Malawi and the hard work the country is doing and we expect that progress to continue for the second compact to be a success,” said Cairncross.
Reported by Yamikani Yapuwa. Picture by Abel Ikiloni – Malawi News Agency (Mana)
The President made the remarks on Friday during the Victory Parade by thousands of Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) followers in Blantyre
Blantyre, July 13, 2019(MaraviPost): Malawi President Prof. Peter Mutharika has issued a warning to deal with anyone found vandalizing national infrastructure in the name of demonstrations.
The President made the remarks on Friday during the Victory Parade by thousands of Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) followers in Blantyre which was led by the Vice president who is a Campaign Director for the Party, Everton Chimulirenji.
The parade which started at DPP Regional Offices to Clock Tower then Sanjika Palace witnessed thousands of DPP supporters clad in blue regalia chanting songs in celebrating the victory of Mutharika in the highly contested May 2l Tripartite elections.
Addressing the multitudes of DPP supporters, Mutharika said he is pleased to note that the supporters paraded the street of Blantyre city without vandalizing any infrastructure let alone smashing any vehicle.
“I am so happy that DPP supporters have conducted peaceful parade. This is the kind of match that Malawi wants. Yes, I understand that everyone has a right to exercise his opinion through demonstration, but we should bear in mind that while we are exercising our right, we should not infringe upon the rights of others.
The parade which started at DPP Regional Offices to Clock Tower then Sanjika Palace witnessed thousands of DPP supporters clad in blue regalia chanting songs in celebrating the victory of Mutharika in the highly contested May 2l Tripartite elections.
“For instance, vandalizing schools, hospitals or road infrastructure denying others access to such services. This is wrong and if anyone found doing this the law will take its course (ndimunyenyanyenya),” Mutharika said.
He added that, “for your own information, these demonstrations protesting the 2019 elections is meaningless because observers from different countries already declared the elections as free, fair and credible. Besides, they even commended Malawi Elections Commission (MEC) for managing well the elections.”
The Malawi president therefore said his government would continue initiating different programmes and policies to move the nation from poverty to prosperity.
“When I was conducting the campaign, I reiterated that people should choose progressive or retrogressive development.
Gladly people chose progressive development that is why, I emerged the winner in the elections. Now, it is time to implement such developmental activities to transform the livelihoods of Malawians and nation at large.
“In view of this, tomorrow, I will be launching the construction of Muloza-Chiringa road which will be followed by the opening of Chitakale Phalombe-Jali-Zomba road in Mulanje,” he disclosed.
Mutharika called for unity of purpose among people regardless of political affiliations to build the country in all spheres of development for the betterment of future generation.
DPP Secretary General, Geizelder Jeffrey described the match as an exemplary parade in the eyes of opposition leaders.
She thanked Mutharika for keeping his promise to develop the nation in all aspects of development.
Reported by Memory Kutengule & pictures by Abel Ikiloni, Malawi News Agency (Mana)
Dr. Hastings Kamuzu Banda (centre) at Lancaster House with British Prime Minister Harold Wilson. Copyright GETTY IMAGES
On 6 July 2017, Malawi will celebrate 53 years as an independent (sovereign) nation and 51 years as a Republic.
It has been a long ride, with numerous various difficulties, triumphs and losses. However, one thing is certain, we are here and to our credit, have remained a peace-loving country, solid to preserve our identity.
As we prepare to pause and commemorate the day of gaining our freedom from the colonial master (Great Britain, now known as the United Kingdom), as a scholar of history, I find it is always refreshing to look back. This is “look back and take stock,” so that we may appreciate the present and better prepare for the future. What are we celebrating? How did we get here and what happened in the past?
This is a simple country-focus of this daughter of the soil of Malawi.
On 6 July 1964, Nyasaland became an independent, sovereign nation, changed its name to Malawi and former medical doctor Kamuzu Banda became the Prime Minister. Two years later, Malawi became a Republic and Prime Minister Banda became the first President, a title that through a constitutional provision changed to Life President.
His Royal Highness Duke of Edinburgh represented Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth at the Rangeley Stadium (changed to Kamuzu Stadium a few years later). It was a grand occasion seeing the change of hands of leadership from the while colonial rulers: Sir Glyn Jones, the former and Governor of Nyasaland, joined the Duke in handing over power to Dr. Banda. A Palace Banquet, prayers, dinner dances, stadium displays and traditional dances, and fireworks mounted by the Malawi Army, became the order of the day marking this special day for the land-locked central African country.
For 31 years, Malawian celebrated in color and high fashion; each year outdoing the last year in celebratory mode. A special council – the National Celebrations Council – was created, and chaired by Honorable John Tembo. To get the cards was task; but there was a system that worked well.
The Celebrations Council was housed in the Development House and was the place to be to get invitation cards for the various celebration events: National Day of Prayer, Banquet (at Sanjika Palace, and dinner dances at Mount Soche Hotel, Ryalls, Shire Highlands, Chisakalime and later Kudya Hotel), and dinner dances. The climax was always the youth displays, Army, Police, and Young Pioneer parades. Before Kamuzu spoke, north, central and southern region women’s leagues performed traditional dances from all the 26 districts. Listening to the women, it was a marvel to hear them roll out their liturgy of the progress that had taken place since Kamuzu freed them from colonialism. A football friendly match (usually with a foreign team) cupped the celebratory spirit.
This was only the national celebrations. From the national event that culminated on 6 July. From here, the celebrations went first to the regions, then the districts.
What was all that about? Why were we celebrating? Why all the pomp, preparations that took months? And why all the money thrown into these celebrations? Someone even called these years when there was a lot of lavishing for the feast of the 6th July as the wasted years. This year, 6th July 2017 will be marked by prayers. This is mainly since Government does not want to spend on lavish feast when the country is constrained with resources.
In response to the questions, as a scholar of history, I dug deep in the annals of our history. In my search, I found a BBC profile of Malawi’s history; I reproduce exerts of the chronology of events that propelled Nyasaland to what it became in 1964 and beyond all the way to 53 years of independent status.
1480 – Bantu tribes united several smaller political states to form the Maravi Confederacy, which at its height included large parts of present-day Zambia and Mozambique, plus the modern state of Malawi.
17th century – Portuguese explorers arrived from the east coast of present-day Mozambique. 1790-1860 – Slave trade increased dramatically. 1850 – Scottish missionary David Livingstone’s exploration of the region paved the way for missionaries, European adventurers, traders, who became the settlers. 1878 – Livingstonia Central African Mission Company from Scotland began work to develop a river route into Central Africa to enable trade. 1891 – Britain established the Nyasaland and District Protectorate. 1893 – Name changed to the British Central African Protectorate. White European settlers were offered land for coffee plantations at very low prices, with tax incentives; forced Africans to work on these plantations for several months a year, often in difficult conditions. The work was locally known as “thangata.” 1907 – British Central African Protectorate became Nyasaland. 1915 – Reverend John Chilembwe led a revolt against British rule, killing the white managers of a particularly brutal estate and displayed the head of one outside his church. He was shot dead by police within days. 1944 – Nationalists established the Nyasaland African Congress. 1953 23 October – Despite strong opposition from the Nyasaland African Congress and white liberal activists, Britain combined Nyasaland with the Federation of Northern and Southern Rhodesia (now Zambia and Zimbabwe respectively). This became known as the Federation of Rhodesia and Nyasaland. 1958 – Dr. Hastings Kamuzu Banda, “the black messiah”, denounced the federation and returned from the US and the UK, where he had studied; he was practicing medicine in the UK. His return was to lead the Nyasaland African Congress. 1959 – Violent clashes between the Congress supporters and the colonial authorities led to the organization being banned. Many leaders, including Banda, were arrested and a state of emergency declared.
Malawi Congress Party was founded as a successor to the Nyasaland African Congress. 1960 – Banda was released from Gwelo prison and attended talks in London with the British government on constitutional reform and the question of self-government. 1961 – Elections held for a new Legislative Assembly. Banda’s Malawi Congress Party won 94% of the vote. 1963 – Territory is granted self-government as Nyasaland and Banda was appointed prime minister.
Independence 1964 6 July – Nyasaland declared independence as Malawi. 1966 6 July – Banda became president of the Republic of Malawi. The constitution established a one-party state. (Captured from https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-13881367 on June 25, 2017).
In the 31 years that Ngwazi Dr. H. Kamuzu Banda ruled Malawi, at every event that he went behind a microphone, he told people that while detained as a dissident along with other freedom fighters, he had three dreams:
Capital moved from Zomba to Lilongwe; University in Zomba; and The Lakeshore Road.
All the dreams were not an end in themselves; they had spill-over effects and created synergies that are still reverberating up to today. If truth be told, and every Malawian was asked to write one sentence on the benefits of any one of these dreams, there would be no less than ten volumes and more.
I hereto offer mine, which is the reason I celebrate Malawi; why I go back into the past and pick out developments that make me proud to be a Malawian; that make me leap for joy and sing with pride my national anthem or dance to “Ngwazi yathu inde lero!” Lastly, why I miss those days of sitting in Mercy’s office at the Reserve Bank with my friends Jane and Yakosa, waiting for two hours, to pick up our celebration invitation cards.
I am proud of our nation’s Capital moved from Zomba to Lilongwe because, many international people have told me how they admire the model of our Capital Hill – Government Buildings are all in one place. There are few capitals that are built this way. The move from Zomba to Lilongwe, created jobs and continues to create jobs in numerous sectors for professionals, skilled and semi-skilled workers, for profit and nonprofit enterprises.
University to Zomba for me, was Kamuzu’s best dream. On a personal note, I met my husband while we pursued our studies at Chancellor College in Zomba; various schools of the University of Malawi, are producing a cadre of professionals such as lawyers, judges, medical doctors and nurses, journalists, educators, vice presidents, cabinet ministers and members of parliament, and other political and corporate figures. In 1964 at the birth of our nation, Capitol Hill in Zomba was manned by expatriates from Britain. Today, Malawians are at the helm of the entire civil service; with the majority of the personnel having been educated at colleges in Malawi and mostly from the University of Malawi.
Kamuzu’s Lakeshore dream is a boon to both local and international tourism. It also links south, center, and northern regions.
On 6 July 2017 as Malawi clocks 53 years of age, it will be a time to celebrate the birth of our nation; I’ll reflect on the ways I can contribute with my skillsets, in making my country a better nation tomorrow than it was yesterday; I pray that in my speech and actions, I will impart to my children (as my mother and father did to me) the fear of God, unquestionable love of country, commitment to chosen convictions, and unwavering loyalty to national leadership.
I will be celebrating and thanking God for Malawi’s 53 years of no wars within or with its neighbors. Being part of a continent that has conflicts everywhere, Malawi is blessed to have been spared this. We may be starved of mineral resources, but we are not fighting any wars.
It is to be appreciated that Government has reduced independence celebrations for this year, to prayers. As a religious person, that is good enough celebratory fare. Let us meet at the Amen Corner, we are 53 years and going on!
Getrude Mutharika welcoming the youths at Sanjika Palace
BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)—Malawi First Lady, Madame Gertrude Mutharika on Saturday, called on all stakeholders in the country to invest in sexual and reproductive health services, specifically those tailored for the youth. She said the youths are pillars of any development in the country.
Madam Mutharika, who is the President of the Organisation of African First Ladies Against HIV and Aids (OAFLA), said this at Sanjika Palace in Blantyre during a meeting she held with youth on Sexual Reproductive Health (SRH) and rights, and HIV prevention.
“Remember we say, “Nothing For Us Without Us,” not so? Allow me to add that, “Nothing for the Youth Without the Youth.” Young people must take part in all social, economic and political processes.
“The youth must be given priority in all aspects of national development. Time is now for the Youth to be given the space to unleash their full potential,” Madam Mutharika said.
“This event is in line with the mission and vision of the Organisation of African First Ladies against HIV/AIDS (OAFLA). As the president of OAFLA, I want this country to lead in addressing gaps in the provision of sexual and reproductive health services, and HIV prevention to the people, especially young people.
“I am driven by the passion to take OAFLA to the people. OAFLA prioritises the interests of young people,” she added.
The First Lady said the youths have potential to change the country, therefore, they must be given priority and the opportunity to showcase their talent and skills.
The first lady said the youths have potential to change the country, therefore, they must be given priority and space to showcase their talent and skills.
“Our premise is that, if we help young people to know their bodies, they will make good decisions that will benefit them in the present and in future. Good decisions that will help them ward off HIV and STIs as well as early and unplanned pregnancies.
“It is vital that players in the health sector in Malawi, led by government, ensure that as many places as possible, can offer youth-friendly sexual and reproductive services. Research indicates that our youth are struggling to access sexual reproductive services, as such this new knowledge must inspire us to take action and empower Malawi youth to fight back,” Mde. Mutharika said.
President Peter Mutharika upon arrival at Sanjika Palace
Furthermore, the OAFLA president said that “one of the most powerful weapons that we can employ in our fighting back, is investing in youth-friendly sexual and reproductive health services.”
On hhis part, State President Peter Mutharika, who stormed the event venue with dancing antics to a song called “Undiberekere mwana”, asked the youths to set goals and have patience while chasing their dreams.
Mutharika, who said at a young boy wanted to become a soldier, reaffirmed his desire to see the youths making strides in different areas as a youth champions for Africa.
“What I can say is please work beyond your competitor and be ambitious. Above all be disciplined people and think positively on issues to do with your country.
“My government will not leave youths alone. Shortly we are expanding University loan programme so that we can accommodate as many youths at higher learning,” he said.
The president also took time to censure journalists who always write lies about Malawi, arguing such negative reporting is detrimental to the development of the country.
First Lady Mde. Gertrude Mutharika is also expected to have a similar interface meeting with youth in the Central and Northern regions. The Southern Region interactive session, attracted youth from all public and private universities, including youths from churches of all denominations.
The theme of the meeting was ‘Bridging Sexual and Reproductive Health, and Rights Gaps among the Youth in Malawi.
Peter Mutharika and Vice President Chilima Posing for Picture at the Blue Night GALA
President Arthur Peter Mutharika who is also leader of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has advised party members to be responsible in all they do so that they serve Malawians efficiently in their role as a ruling party.
