By Linda Kwanjana
Chapter 13 and page 42 of Malawi Congress Party (MCP) Manifesto recognize youth as critical partners in social , economic and political Development.
In the manifesto MCP says it is aware that the youth constitute a large proportion of the Malawi population hence the party promised to engage them in all aspects of national development.
True to its word today Malawi President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera, President of the Republic of Malawi, officially opened a three-day 2025 Malawi National Youth Summit.
Held under the theme: “Harnessing Youth Innovation for Economic Empowerment and Sustainable Job Creation Towards Malawi 2063,” the summit brought together over 1,000 young people, policymakers, as well as development partners.
President Chakwera also took advantage of the summit, to launch a K2 billion Youth Innovation Fund, which is aimed at economically empowering the country’s youth to stir national development. The event has been organized by the National Youth Council of Malawi (NYCOM).
Speaking during the event President Chakwera said his Government launched Malawi 2063, national vision, which puts young people at the heart of economic
transformation.
“Second, I developed and rolled out the National Youth Policy, providing a clear and coordinated framework for youth engagement and empowerment,” he said.
Chakwera said his Government also resuscitated the National Youth Council of
Malawi, increasing its capacity, expanding its budget, and empowering it to serve with real impact.
The Malawi leader was welcomed on arrival by several top government officials. Upon his arrival, President Chakwera accompanied by First Lady Madam Monica Chakwera, toured a number of pavilions showcasing goods and services by youths from various parts of the country.
