President Lazarus Chakwera has emphasized the need for collective efforts to ensure that everyone in the country receives humanitarian support.
The call was made during the inauguration of the 2024 Malawi Red Cross Society flag week at Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe.
As patron of the Malawi Red Cross Society, President Chakwera donated two million kwacha towards the humanitarian and response initiative.
In his passionate speech, President Chakwera stressed the importance of unity and preparedness in the face of pandemics and climate shocks.
He added by commending all those working tirelessly to assist affected people, saying their work is crucial, seen, and will not be in vain.
Speaking to MIJ Online, Minister of Health, Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda, concurred with President Chakwera, praising him for implementing initiatives such as maize distribution to assist people affected by hunger in the country.
Meanwhile Innocent Majiya, President of the Malawi Red Cross Society, expressed hope that the flag week will help raise resources as they are targeting to find 100 million kwacha.
Majiya added that they have lined up several activities to solicit funds including cycling from Lilongwe to Blantyre.