By Burnett Munthali
Minister of Finance, Economic Planning and Decentralisation, Joseph Mwanamvekha, has announced that the government has implemented measures to address the root causes of food insecurity in Malawi.
He made the remarks in Lilongwe when Press Corporation handed over K300 million to the government to support its Lean Season Food Response Programme.
Mwanamvekha explained that the government is planning to scale up irrigation and provide subsidized farm inputs, among other initiatives, to build the resilience of households affected by food insecurity each year.
He commended Press Corporation for the support, emphasizing that partnerships between government and the private sector are critical in addressing national challenges.
The Minister assured Press Corporation that the funds will be utilized transparently and efficiently to meet the intended needs of vulnerable communities.
Board Chairperson of Press Corporation, Randson Mwadiwa, said their contribution underscores the importance of collaboration to strengthen the country’s resilience and capacity to overcome climate-related challenges.
Mwadiwa reaffirmed Press Corporation’s commitment to safeguarding the wellbeing and dignity of Malawians through interventions such as this.
The K300 million donation from Press Corporation is in addition to a similar contribution made by National Bank, bringing the total support for the Lean Season Food Response Programme to K600 million.
This partnership between government and private sector actors is expected to enhance food security, reduce vulnerability during lean periods, and strengthen community resilience against climate and economic shocks.
The government and its partners continue to call for sustained collaboration to ensure that Malawi can effectively address recurring food insecurity challenges.
