By Paul Madise

Lilongwe, February 28, Mana: The Non-Communicable Disease Alliance (NCDA) Malawi has called for multi-sectoral interventions in fighting non communication diseases (NCDs) in the country.

NCDA Chairperson, Maud Mwakasungula, made the remarks in Lilongwe on Tuesday during the Policy Landscape Analysis meeting.

Mwakasungula expressed the need for more support from government and stakeholders to ensure continued access to NCD services and availability in hard-to-reach areas across the country.

Mwakasungula commended government, through Ministry of Health, for its dedication in reducing the burden of NCDs in the country.

Ollen Mwalubunju, a Consultant who conducted the analysis, echoed the call for collaborative action, urging the Ministry of Information and Digitalization to utilize various media platforms for sensitization campaigns in addressing the long-term consequences of alcohol and drug abuse. 

Mwalubunju highlighted the role of such initiatives in mitigating the exacerbation of NCDs in the long run.

Another Consultant, Dr Henry Ndindi, advised NCDA Malawi to continue working towards monitoring and implementation of its programmes through various stakeholders for effective service delivery and broader impact across the country.