By Chisomo Phiri
Mzimba Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) on Thursday elected new office bearers at their elective meeting.
Dennis Chiombeza from Family Health Services was elected the new chairperson of the CSOs after winning against the incumbent Christopher Melele of MIDCT by 17 to 6 votes.
In his acceptance speech, Chiombeza promised to work collaboratively with all stakeholders in implementing development activities.
In other categories, Stalin Mwandira of Shine on Malawi was elected as Secretary of the network, while George Lungu of Tovwirane elected as the Treasurer.
Mzimba has 41 organizations registered with the Non-Governmental Organizations Regulatory Authority (NGORA).
The new office bearers are expected to bring positive changes and work towards the betterment of the society.