…..Mutharika strengthens his administration with strategic appointments in agriculture and industry to boost Malawi’s economic recovery and food security.
LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-President Peter Mutharika has appointed Roza Mbilizi as the new Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Water Development.
The appointment places Mbilizi at the helm of one of Malawi’s most critical ministries, which oversees food production, irrigation development, and water resource management.
Mbilizi, known for her administrative and leadership experience, is expected to steer the agricultural sector toward enhanced productivity and sustainable growth.
In the same statement, President Mutharika also appointed George Patridge as the Minister of Industrialization, Business, Trade and Tourism.
Patridge’s new role will see him driving the government’s agenda of promoting industrial development, boosting trade, and positioning Malawi as a competitive destination for business and tourism.
According to a media statement from the Office of the President and Cabinet, the appointments were announced through a communiqué signed by the Chief Secretary to the Government, Justin Saidi.
The statement emphasized that the appointments are with immediate effect, signaling the President’s intent to ensure continuity and swift action in implementing government policies.
These ministerial changes are seen as part of President Mutharika’s broader effort to reinvigorate his cabinet and deliver on key national priorities such as economic growth, food security, and job creation.
Observers say the appointments could inject new energy into the administration, especially in sectors that are vital to Malawi’s economic transformation.
Both Mbilizi and Patridge are expected to bring renewed focus and innovation to their respective ministries as Malawi continues to navigate challenges in agriculture, industry, and trade.
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