By Chisomo Phiri
Minister of Tourism,Vera Kamtukule, has challenged young people to go beyond just having ‘vibes’ and focus on acquiring practical skills that can help them contribute meaningfully to the country’s development.
Speaking at the launch of 7 Arts Holdings in Lilongwe on Friday evening, Kamtukule emphasized that having a positive attitude alone is not enough to achieve success.
“You need to have practical skills that can put food on the table and pay the bills,” she said.

The minister encouraged youth to harness the power of networking, learn from others, and continuously improve their skills.
“The kind of conversations you have determine where you’ll end up,” she added.
On his part,7 Arts Holdings Limited Chief Executive Officer(CEO ) Mark Phanga shared that the business is the realization of a childhood dream, driven by his passion for artistic endeavors and desire to turn creativity into enterprise.
7 Arts Holdings comprises seven businesses, including media services, dance studio, confectionery, and more.