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President Dr Lazarus Chakwera is this afternoon launching the 2022/23 National Forestry Season in Mangochi.
Marking the launch of the season, Dr Chakwera and First Lady Madam Monica Chakwera planted a tree each at Mangochi Palm Forest where about 2,000 trees will be planted by partners.
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Thereafter, the President will hold a development rally at Chipalamawamba School Ground in the district.
The National Forestry initiative falls in December every year to build a responsible citizenry that cares for trees and forests for the benefit of the present and future generations.