Lilongwe, March 14, Mana – Vice President Dr. Michael Usi was deeply moved during a visit to Kauma, Lilongwe, after meeting two young children, (names withheld), who were preparing for school on their own while their parents were out searching for money.

The siblings, like many others in the area, began their day with a simple breakfast of fried maize before heading to school. When Dr. Usi asked about their parents, one of the children, with teary eyes, replied, “They went to look for money.”

Touched by their situation, the Vice President took time to speak with them and provided food and essential supplies.

This encounter highlights the harsh realities faced by many families in Kauma, where economic hardships leave children fending for themselves.

Dr. Usi’s visit is part of his ongoing city-wide tours aimed at assessing the living conditions of citizens and identifying areas where intervention is needed.