By Linda Kwanjana
In a significant show of solidarity, the Executive Permanent Council of the Episcopal Conference of Malawi (ECM) has pledged unwavering spiritual backing for President Lazarus Chakwera and his administration.
During a visit to Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe, ECM President Desmond Tambala conveyed the Church’s endorsement of Chakwera’s recent appointment of Dr. Michael Biswick Usi (MB-Usi) as the new Vice President, following the tragic passing of the late Dr. Saulos Klaus Chilima.
“Our coming was to convey our condolences to the head of state but also to assure him of our prayers and our support for his leadership, including the appointment of the new Vice President,” Tambala told the media after the meeting.
The ECM President emphasized that the Catholic community is keeping the families of the deceased in their prayers, while also firmly standing behind Chakwera’s decisions during this period of national mourning.
During the interaction, President Chakwera reciprocated the heart feeling, taking the opportunity to console the Catholic bishops while acknowledging that Chilima was a devout Catholic faithful. Pres. Chakwera further underscored the close relationship between the government and the faith-based community in Malawi.
Presidential Advisor on Religious Affairs, Reverend Brian Kamwendo, praised the ECM’s visit, highlighting the importance of the Church’s spiritual support for the nation’s leadership, particularly during this challenging time.
The Catholic Church’s endorsement of Chakwera’s appointment of MB-Usi as the new Vice President reflects the influential role of faith-based institutions in Malawi’s political and social landscape. This partnership is seen as a vital source of strength and guidance as the country navigates the path forward.
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