By Twink Jones Gadama
President Lazarus Chakwera has made three new appointments to his cabinet, aimed at reshaping his administration and tackling Malawi’s pressing challenges.
According to a statement signed by Colleen Zamba, Secretary to the President and Cabinet, Eng. Vitumbiko Augeans Zasamula Mumba has been appointed as the new Minister of Trade and Industry. Mumba’s experience is expected to boost the country’s trade and industry sectors.
Peter Dimba MP has been appointed as the new Minister of Labour, bringing a new perspective to the ministry.
Dimba’s experience as a Member of Parliament is expected to leverage positive change in the ministry.
In another significant appointment, Baba Steven Malondera MP has been named as the Deputy Minister of Transport and Public Works.
Malondera’s appointment is expected to bring new energy to the ministry, focusing on developing the country’s infrastructure.
The appointments take immediate effect, and the new ministers and deputy minister will face significant challenges, including improving public services and creating jobs.
The appointments have been welcomed by stakeholders, who view them as a positive step towards strengthening the administration and delivering development to Malawians.
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