Author: Alinafe Comms

Acting secretary for the Catholic Development Commission in Malawi (CADECOM) under the Archdiocese of Lilongwe, Madalitso Chilalire, has expressed satisfaction with the progress of cooperatives under the Securing Sustainable Livelihood for 2,000 Subsistence Fishermen at Lake Malawi project.

Chilalire shared his excitement Wednesday during a monitoring visit to the Makwasa Fish Farming Club, Namauta Irrigation Scheme, and Nakalezi Cooperative in Salima District.

CADECOM is implementing the project with funding from BMZ through Sign of Hope, which is phasing out this month.

The project is focused on securing sustainable livelihoods for 2,000 subsistence fishermen and farmers in the region.

The secretary has called on members of the cooperatives to find other sources of funding to sustain the initiated projects.

“I have called on members of these cooperatives to find other ways of getting finances for sustainability,” he added.

Acting Chief Planning Officer for Salima District Council, Joana Chitaya, applauded CADECOM’s initiative, stating that it aligns with the Malawi 2063 development goals.

Chitaya highlighted that even though the project is phasing out, the district has plans in place to support the initiatives.

“Let me assure the cooperatives that the government has put plans in place to support such initiatives so that they are well-sustained,” she said.

Chairperson for the Namauta Irrigation Scheme and representing the three cooperatives, Langton Sayinani, said CADECOM has changed their lives through the support they have provided.

Sayinani then urged the government to provide full support for the project to ensure its sustainability.

“Let me ask the government to support us through loans so that we can continue with the projects,” he added.

By Dumayo

 

The Lilongwe Water Board (LWB) has officially handed over eight newly constructed water kiosks to Area 45 in Lilongwe. This development is set to provide clean and safe water to over 5,000 residents.

Speaking during the handover ceremony, LWB Board Chairperson Inkosi ya Makosi Mbelwa V stated that the kiosks were built at a cost of over 20 million Kwacha.

“This potable and clean water will help the people of this area overcome the challenges they previously faced due to unclean water,” said Inkosi Mbelwa V.

The Minister of Health, Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda, who served as the guest of honor, commended the board’s initiative and emphasized the importance of clean water in promoting public health.

“Water is a critical component in preventing many diseases. The arrival of clean water in this area will help reduce the spread of illnesses such as cholera and COVID-19,” she stated. Cholera had severely affected the area in 2022.

Welcoming the development, Lilongwe Likuni Member of Parliament and Minister of Gender and Social Welfare, Jean Sendeza, urged residents to safeguard the kiosks to ensure long-term benefits for the community.

She noted that the initiative reflects the government’s ongoing commitment to expanding access to clean water and sanitation across the country.

One of the beneficiaries, Mrs. Fane Nawene, expressed her gratitude for the kiosks, saying that access to clean water will help protect them from diseases caused by unsafe and contaminated water.

By Monica Chinyama Lipiya

Form 4 students at St. John’s Catholic Secondary School in Lilongwe, have been urged to uphold good conduct as they have completed their studies at the institution.

 

The call has been made by the pastoral coordinator for the Lilongwe Archdiocese Father Frank Phiri during the graduation ceremony, marking the end of their studies and wishing them success as they prepare to sit for their final examinations next week.

 

Father Frank Phiri appealed to the graduating students to uphold the principles instilled in them at the school, such as dedication, simplicity, and others.

 

He reminded them of their obligation to set a good example in their communities by putting into practice the knowledge and values imparted to them through the school’s education.

“As they go out into the larger society or community, they should become agents of change and transformation.  They have to uphold the school’s principles and values, which are simplicity, dedication, cleanliness, and honesty.” Said Father Frank Phiri

 

Deputy Head Teacher at St. John’s Catholic Secondary School, Peter Chinamale, expressed high hopes that the candidates will perform well in their upcoming exams.

One of the graduating students who is also the outgoing head boy, Mervin Ganizani, praised the school for providing high-quality education, expressing his confidence that they will perform well and reflect the education and values they have received.

A total of 96 students from the school are expected to sit for this year’s Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) examinations.

 

By Titus Jata Phiri