President Chakwera congratulates Fr. Mwakhwawa on his appointment as Auxiliary Bishop of Lilongwe Archdiocese

By Cedric Nkungula

President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has congratulated Reverend Father Vincent Fredrick Mwakhwawa following his appointment as Auxiliary Bishop of Lilongwe Archdiocese.

Communication from the Episcopal Conference of Malawi released on Wednesday 15th November 2023 confirmed the appointed Reverend Father Mwakhwawa as the Auxiliary Bishop of Lilongwe Archdiocese by Pope Francis. Until his appointment, Father Mwakhwawa was Vicar General of the Lilongwe Diocese.

In a statement, Chakwera said he is confident that the guidance of Fr. Mwakhwawa will significantly impact the spiritual growth of Malawi nation

Rev Father Vincent Fredrick Mwakhwawa



“The first lady and I extend our heartfelt congratulations to Reverend Father Vincent Fredrick Mwakhwawa on becoming the Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Lilongwe. His exceptional dedication demonstrated through his roles as Vicar General, National Director of Pontifical Mission Societies and Parish Administrator of Our Lady of Africa Maula Cathedral showcases his remarkable leadership,” reads part of the statement.

“Our prayers are with the bishop elect and may God’s grace continue to guide and inspire him in this significant chapter of his journey.”