By Burnett Munthali
The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has reiterated its commitment to revamping Malawi’s agricultural sector should it return to power.
Speaking at a political rally held at Desert Ground in Bangwe, Blantyre, the party’s Vice President for the Southern Region, Joseph Mwanamvekha, outlined key policy intentions that the DPP would implement in government.
Mwanamvekha stated that the DPP administration would prioritize the purchase and distribution of adequate fertilizer to farmers across the country as part of its plan to boost agricultural productivity.
He emphasized that this initiative would be central to the DPP’s broader efforts to support farmers and strengthen food security in Malawi.
In addition to agricultural support, Mwanamvekha also addressed the need for regulatory reforms concerning the management of foreign exchange.
He pledged that the DPP would work to eliminate unnecessary regulations and restrictions related to foreign currency transactions, with the aim of ensuring that foreign exchange remains available and accessible within the country.
According to Mwanamvekha, the ultimate goal of these reforms is to stabilize the economy by curbing the scarcity of foreign currency, which has negatively affected various sectors, including importation of essential goods.
The remarks highlight the DPP’s strategic focus on economic recovery and agricultural empowerment as central pillars of its policy platform in the lead-up to the next elections.
With mounting economic challenges facing the country, the DPP appears to be positioning itself as a viable alternative with promises of practical solutions to pressing national issues.
