By Vincent Gunde
President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has reaffirmed his commitment to fostering women’s education, economic empowerment, healthcare and leadership saying his Administration has reaped the rewards through the various appointments of women into senior government positions.
Writing in a special message to all women in Malawi, President Chakwera has called on Malawians that together they can champion investments in women to unlock unparalleled progress towards gender equality observing that gender parity cannot be overstated.
“Every step forward is a leap towards a just and equitable world for all, happy International Women’s Day,” reads Chakwera’s message on the wall.
On her part, the First Lady Madam Monica Chakwera, says the world is facing many crises, ranging from geopolitical conflicts to soaring poverty levels and the escalating impact of climate change saying women have not been spared but their resolve will prevail.
“We are strong, we are resilient, we are women, happy International Women’s Day,” reads Madam Chakwera’s message on the wall.
Vice President of the Republic, Dr. Saulosi Klaus Chilima, says women’s voices, experiences and perspectives are invaluable in shaping a more inclusive Africa and World urging Malawians to reaffirm their commitment to empowering each other, breaking barriers, and creating a future where every woman feels, seen, heard, and valued.
“Together, we can inspire inclusion and pave the way for a brighter tomorrow,” reads Chilima’s writings on the wall.
President and Commander in Chief of Muvi wa Chilungamo Revolutionary Party (MRP) Bantu Saunders Jumah, says the presence of women gives his party hope that the Revolution is real and has come to stay saying where there is no woman, there is no life.
Jumah says women’s presence is the Oxygen of the Revolution and the well-being of MRP appreciating their presence and their choice to be part and parcel of the Revolution Crusade claiming that the Revolution is strong, has been strong and will be strong because of women.
On a personal note, Jumah has lobbied all women, mothers, the beacon of the country’s existence to reach out to as many women and girls as one can, to join the Revolution observing that this is the only formation where “WOMEN RECOGNITION AND DIGNIFICATION IS.”
“Wishing you a lovely, jovial, marvelous and Happy Women’s International Day,” reads Jumah’s message on the wall.
