By Wadza Botomani
President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has officially launched the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) manifesto for the 2025 General Elections, outlining a five-point development agenda aimed at transforming the nation.
The manifesto, unveiled at a high-profile event at Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe, focuses on five core pillars: Food Security, Job and Wealth Creation, Governance Reform, Rebooting the System, and Public Service Delivery. President Chakwera stated that these strategic pillars are designed to advance the Malawi 2063 agenda, the country’s long-term vision for becoming a wealthy and self-reliant nation.
Addressing thousands of supporters, Chakwera thanked the 2.6 million Malawians who voted for him in 2020, describing their trust as the foundation of his leadership. Reflecting on the past five years, he acknowledged the numerous challenges the country has faced, including the COVID-19 pandemic, Cyclone Freddy, a cholera outbreak, and the tragic death of former Vice President Saulos Klaus Chilima. Despite these difficulties, he praised Malawians for their resilience and unity, crediting this spirit for the progress his administration has achieved.
Among the milestones highlighted were the creation of over two million jobs for youth out of six million previously unemployed, a decline in attacks on people with albinism, and the successful implementation of mega farms nationwide. The President also expressed gratitude to Malawi’s development partners for their support, emphasizing their critical role in advancing national development initiatives.
“I am confident that this manifesto will serve as a robust blueprint for our partnership in advancing Malawi’s development agenda,” Chakwera said. “Having worked together over the past five years, I look forward to continuing our collaborative efforts over the next five years.”
Looking ahead, the President announced ambitious new plans, including transforming the National Economic Empowerment Fund (NEEF) into a full-fledged bank, introducing direct public elections for mayors, and launching the “Mtsogolo Account,” a savings scheme for unborn children aimed at breaking the cycle of generational poverty.
“Our vision is for a prosperous Malawi—not just for today, but for future generations,” President Chakwera declared.
