By Rahim Abdul

The 2025 National Youth Summit has kicked off in Lilongwe,on Wednesday,bringing together over 1,200 delegates from Malawi and other African countries.

The three-day summit, organized by the National Youth Council of Malawi, aims to harness youth innovation for economic empowerment and sustainable job creation.

State President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera is set to officially launch the 2 billion kwacha youth innovation fund, a government-financed project designed to empower young people with resources to start businesses and other ventures.

This initiative is expected to have a significant impact on the lives of many young Malawians.

The summit will feature breakaway sessions where young people will tackle issues affecting them and explore solutions. With a focus on innovation and economic empowerment, the summit is an opportunity for young people to share ideas, learn from each other, and develop skills that will help them drive positive change in their communities.

The theme of this year’s summit, “Harnessing youth innovation for economic empowerment and sustainable job creation toward Malawi 2063,” highlights the importance of youth-led innovation in shaping the country’s future.

By empowering young people with resources and support, Malawi can unlock its full potential and achieve sustainable economic growth.

The summit is attended by 800 young people from different youth groups, who are eager to engage in productive conversations and learn from each other.