Suleman Chitera 
By Suleman Chitera
Former President Dr. Bakili Muluzi has donated K10 million to support the ongoing campaign to repatriate Malawians displaced by xenophobic attacks in South Africa, giving a major boost to a humanitarian initiative led by musician Patience Namadingo and social activist Stanley Onjezani Kenani.Bakili Muluzi Urges Chakwera to Concede Defeat and Maintain Peace After Malawi Election Results
The contribution comes as Namadingo continues to raise a second K30 million to help bring more stranded Malawians back home after violence forced many to flee their homes in South Africa.
In a recorded message shared on Namadingo’s official Facebook page, Muluzi praised the award-winning musician for using his influence to support vulnerable Malawians. He also commended Namadingo for travelling to Durban, where he personally visited Malawians sheltering in a camp following the xenophobic attacks.
The repatriation effort has also received additional support from humanitarian organisation Gift of the Givers, which has partnered with Namadingo to provide relief assistance to affected Malawians.Bakili Muluzi Urges Peace as Malawi Votes in Crucial Election
Speaking about the partnership, Namadingo said he was deeply moved by the organisation’s compassion and commitment to helping those in need.
“What I have witnessed from Gift of the Givers is more than humanitarian assistance—it is genuine love in action. Seeing the organization stand with Malawians during such a difficult time has inspired me to be part of this mission. Together, I believe we can give our brothers and sisters not only relief, but hope for a better tomorrow,” he said.
As part of the ongoing humanitarian response, Namadingo and Gift of the Givers will be at Mwanza Stadium, the reception centre for Malawians returning from South Africa, where food packs and other essential relief items will be distributed to those affected.Former Presidents Bakili Muluzi and Joyce Banda to Attend Peter Mutharika’s Swearing-In Ceremony
Muluzi’s donation is expected to strengthen the repatriation campaign, which has attracted growing support from individuals, organisations and well-wishers determined to help Malawians caught up in the recent wave of xenophobic violence in South Africa return home safely and rebuild their lives.
