By Prisca Promise Mashushu

Lilongwe, November 19, Mana: The National Bank of Malawi (NBM) has donated K5 million to support preparations for Parliament Week, during which parliamentarians plan to donate essential materials to Malingunde School for the Blind as part of their celebrations.

Speaking at the donation ceremony held at the Parliament Building in Lilongwe on Tuesday, NBM’s Service Centre Manager for Lilongwe, Moreen Gwengere, emphasized the bank’s commitment to initiatives that impact Malawians positively.

“It was imperative for us to contribute to this initiative as it targets Malawians, who are not only crucial in electing our leaders but also our valued customers,” she said.

Gwengere noted that NBM aligns its corporate social responsibility with its mission to provide inclusive financial solutions while delivering sustained stakeholder value.

“National Bank of Malawi believes in giving back to the community. Supporting initiatives like Parliament Week, which promotes social and economic development, resonates with our values. We are delighted to hand over K5 million towards the donation for Malingunde School for the Blind,” she said.

Head of Planning Services at Parliament, who also Chairperson of the Parliament Week organizing committee, Lovemore Monyongo, expressed gratitude for the donation, noting its significance in addressing preparation needs.

“We have received overwhelming support from various partners, including the National Bank of Malawi. We have been in close contact with the school management, who provided us with a list of requirements needed for this initiative,” said Monyongo.

Parliament Week serves as an opportunity for legislators to engage with citizens and give back to communities, embodying their role as representatives of the people.