By Chisomo Phiri
President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera has encouraged Malawians to take an active role in building a self-reliant nation.
Speaking at the launch of the Raise the Flag Summit 2025 at Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe on Friday, Chakwera emphasized the importance of collective effort and dedication to the country’s development.
“We should demonstrate our love for the nation by contributing to various sectors, not just for recognition, but as a genuine display of patriotism,” he said.

The president highlighted that the Raise the Flag initiative aims to foster patriotism and a strong work ethic among Malawians, encouraging citizens to take ownership of national challenges and work together to address them.
On his part,Wealth Magazine Managing Executive Harry Chima outlined the campaign’s objectives, which include addressing weak public service, promoting local innovation, and advancing the Agriculture, Technology, and Mining (ATM) strategy.
The summit targeted a broad audience, including individuals, the private and public sectors, civil society, and local leaders, under the theme ‘Redefining Our Culture, Revolutionizing and Accelerating Growth.’