By Shaffie A Mtambo
Andrew Bunya, a former coach for Premier Bet Dedza Dynamos, has announced his decision to contest for a parliamentary seat in the upcoming September elections.
Bunya will be running under the United Transformation Movement (UTM) party banner, vying for the Dedza Boma constituency seat.
The former football coach revealed that he was approached by some individuals and chiefs who encouraged him to take up the role.
“Some people and chiefs have asked me to be their member of parliament, and I accept the request,” Bunya explained.
Bunya’s decision to enter politics comes as a surprise to many, but he is determined to make a positive impact in his constituency.
His primary goal is to empower the youth and women in his area, providing them with opportunities to start and grow their own businesses.
“I want to change the lives of the youth and empower women to have their own businesses,” Bunya stated.
He believes that by doing so, he can contribute to the development of his constituency and improve the livelihoods of its residents.
As a member of parliament, Bunya aims to develop his constituency and address the challenges faced by its residents.
