By Felix Katemula

Karonga, August 31, Mana: Karonga based civil society organisations (CSOs), on Friday elected Edgar Phiri as new chairperson the network in the district.

Phiri replaces Jabess Nyirenda who served on the post for the past two years.

In his acceptance speech, Phiri said there is need for CSOs in the district to align their programs with Malawi 2063 so that they offer effective complimentary role in achieving the country’s development blue print.

Phiri, who is also Executive Director for Ukhondo Services Foundation (USEF), was thankful to members of the network for entrusting him with the responsibility of leading them.

 “I, therefore, promise to lead the network without bias by being transparent and accountable in my duties,” said Phiri.

Nyirenda said, during his tenure of office, the CSOs executive committee worked hard to help civil societies in the district mobilise funding from donors as well as collaborating with the district council in many projects.

“We are ready to offer advice to the newly elected executive to ensure the network’s smooth operations," said Nyirenda.