By Chisomo Phiri
The Mozambique-Malawi joint technical working group on Tuesday launched the cross-border mobile pass initiative at Amaryllis Hotel in Blantyre.
Presiding over the initiative lauch was the Minister of Homeland Security Ken Zikhale Ng’oma.
In an interview with journalists, Ng’oma stated that the project aims to reduce illegal migration and trafficking in persons, as well as boost security for the two nations.
He expressed his commitment to addressing the challenges facing the country’s cross-border trade.
Ng’oma highlighted the need to control cross-border smuggling and ensure that cross-border trade transactions are secure and cost-effective.
He emphasized the importance of empowering local communities and promoting economic growth.
The Minister also praised the improved relationship between Malawi and Mozambique, citing the peaceful resolution of previous issues related to travel and cross-border trade.
He then acknowledged the support of Mozambique in various Malawi’s development projects,and expressed pride in the strong bond between the two nations.
On her part,Chief Mission for International Organisation for Migration (IOM) Nomagugu NCUBE added that the initiative will also improve revenue collection among the two nations.
The cross-border mobile pass initiative will be implemented in four border posts of Dedza and Calomue,Mwanza and Zobue,Muloza and Milanje , Marka and Villa Nova.
