President Chakwera Pledges Continued Support for Women and Youth in Malawi

By Wadza Botomani

President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera has reassured residents of Chigodi that his government remains dedicated to supporting women and youth across multiple sectors. Speaking at Chigodi Trading Centre in Lilongwe during a whistle-stop tour on Monday, Chakwera highlighted his administration’s focus on empowering these groups through agriculture, entrepreneurship, and mining initiatives. 

He stressed the need for inclusive projects that drive both individual and national growth. “Over the years, my government has encouraged women and youth to engage in irrigation farming to ensure consistent harvests,” Chakwera said. The President also pointed to mining as a key sector for economic participation, noting its potential to provide additional income. 

“We want more young people and women to achieve financial independence so Malawi can move forward,” he added. 

Malawi Congress Party (MCP) Central Region Chairman Patrick Zebron Chilondola commended Chakwera’s leadership, stating that the country has seen transformative progress under his administration. The event underscored the government’s commitment to fostering opportunities for marginalized groups in Malawi’s development agenda.