By Sellah Singini

Lilongwe, June 1 Mana: President Dr Lazarus Chakwera has described youths in the country as game-changers because of their involvement in the country’s economy as it is being transformed to wealth creation, job creation and food security.

Chakwera made the remarks Friday evening when he hosted youth leaders from across Malawi at Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe.

He said the youth have significantly contributed to the productivity of the economy as well as growth in Agriculture, Tourism and Mining (ATM) because of their efforts, ideas, advocacy as well as their passion for mindset change. 

“I am, therefore, hosting you the game-changers to this dinner to say thank you for understanding that this is your moment to shine your talents like a light in the darkness of the challenges we face. Thank you for understanding that this is your government to run by your ideas.

“Remember that you are a great asset, not a liability. Being young is an opportunity, not an obstacle. Being young is a powerhouse, not a problem,” he said.

He, therefore, urged the youth not to let anyone look down on them because they are young.

Minister of Youth and Sports, Uchizi Mkandawire, commended Chakwera for dedicating his entire day hosting the youth at the Palace saying the act is a testimony that youth are dear to the President.

Mkandawire considers the meeting, the President had with youth leaders, as a send-off for the youth to go back to their respective communities energized and do more as they take part in developing the country.

“Let me assure you that your investment in time and resources to host and inspire these youth leaders will not go in vain. Today you have planted seeds which will eventually germinate and grow. In no time we will be inviting you to witness some of the fruits that will be borne out of this engagement,” Mkandawire said.

The dinner was spiced up by performances from Ellie Njuchi and the Malawi Police Band.