By Sheminah Nkhoma

Lilongwe, August 12, Mana:  President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera has commended the Muslim World League (MWL) for its continued humanitarian support to the Country.

Speaking on Monday during the Celebration of Muslim World League's Program at Bingu International Convention Centre in Lilongwe, Chakwera applauded the support that MWL render to the needy orphans and less privileged people in Malawi.

“During natural disasters MWL were among the first to respond with aid, this represents the gift of friendship and goodwill we have with them.

“There are a lot of development support that MWL is giving to Malawi, we have clean water in different parts of the country and also thousands of orphans are receiving care,” said Chakwera.

In his remarks, Secretary General for MWL, Mohammad Bin Abdulkarim Al Issa, appreciated the president for the Co-existence with Saudi Arabia saying that MWL is committed to promoting the welfare and development of the Malawian population through humanitarian aid, educational programs and interfaith dialogue.

“As MWL we are pleased with the partnership we have with Malawi; it is our responsibility to continue helping those in needy. Our mission is to foster understanding, peace, and cooperation among diverse communities,” he said.

Minister of Gender, Community Development and Social Welfare, Jean Sendeza said MWL is empowering women and girls to the highest level of addressing gender equality as well as helping in promoting rights and welfare of widows in the country.

MWL is an international Islamic NGO based in Mecca, Saudi Arabia that promotes what it calls the true message of Islam by advancing moderate values that promote peace, tolerance and love.