By Chisomo Phiri
Peoples Progressive Movement (PPM) President Mark Katsonga says Malawi needs fundamental changes to improve the lives of its people.
Speaking with members of the Blantyre Pastors Peaceloving Fraternity (PPF) on Monday, Katsonga criticized the major political parties for failing to develop the country.
“Consider the political parties-a country of 20 million people, and leadership coming from only two or three families?”
“We have fertile land, abundant water, and valuable minerals, but the problem is leadership,” said Katsonga.
He urged religious leaders to continue advocating for Malawians and working toward eradicating poverty in the country.
The PPM leader added that Malawi has significant potential to produce goods that can boost the country’s economy.
He said he believes that Malawi can manufacture items like soap, flour, cosmetics, cooking oil, and more, reducing reliance on imports.
“Let us revitalize agriculture, including promoting modern farming equipment and encouraging farmers to view farming as a business,” said Katsonga.
He stated that his party will continue collaborating with religious leaders in the country because the public often places greater trust in their pronouncements.
“People have lost faith in politicians who only talk but do not act on their promises,” said the PPM President.
He then emphasized the need for leaders to possess vision and deliver on their pledges to regain public trust.
