By Prisca Promise Mashushu

Lilongwe, May 8, Mana: President Dr Lazarus Chakwera, who is also the patron for the Malawi Red Cross Society (MRCS), has called upon the Malawi nation to support the Society in order to fulfil their target of raising K200 million for humanitarian activities.

He made the remarks during the launch of the MRCS 2025 Flag Week at Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe on Thursday.

“It is very important to remember that natural disasters can affect anyone without considering their status hence we must unite to help and support MRCS as it plays a crucial role in responding to natural,” he said.

Chakwera has since donated K2 million to MRCS towards the cause.

Minister of Health, Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda, explained that MRCS plays a crucial role in helping the ministry and the nation during various national disasters including cyclones, floods and others

“It is everyone’s duty to support and help the Society in resource mobilisation for various emergency operations in the country.

“MRCS plays a very important role helping people when emergencies occur. For instance, last year we worked together during the various cyclones and we are still working together right now to fight against Mpox. As such, we call upon everyone to support the cause by donating the little they have to the Society,” she explained.

MRCS President, Innocent Majiya, expressed gratitude to the President’s commitment to support the Society through the K2 million donated.

He said the money collected during the week will be used in various emergency operations in the country.

“We celebrate the unwavering commitment of millions of volunteers and staff worldwide. We remain deeply rooted in their communities including people affected by armed conflict violence and humanitarian crisis. We call upon people to support us in order to reach the set target,” he said.

MRCS has over 85,000 volunteers across the country.

The funds raised during the Flag Week will be used to support vulnerable communities that are experiencing effects of natural disasters and hunger across the country.

This year’s Flag Week is being held under the theme “On the Side of Humanity.”