PP launches ambitious manifesto in Lilongwe
By Michael Martin
The People’s Party (PP) today has launched its 2025 election manifesto at a vibrant and symbolic gathering held at Crossroads Hotel in Lilongwe ahead of tripartite elections slated for16th September this year.
Led by its President and former Head of State, Her Excellency Dr. Joyce Banda, the party unveiled a comprehensive blueprint aimed at reviving Malawi’s economy, improving social services, and ensuring inclusive development for all citizens.
Addressing a packed audience of supporters, civil society representatives, and the media, Dr. Banda articulated her party’s vision with clarity, passion, and resolve.
“This is a manifesto of the people, by the people, and for the people. We have listened, we have learned, and we are ready to act,” she declared.
Dr. Banda promised the construction of new rural health centres, increased investment in medical supplies, and fair remuneration for health workers.
“No woman should die while giving life,” she said, pledging better maternal health services and community-based clinics.
Again, in her address, she has promised to make quality education free and accessible at primary and secondary levels.
She vowed to improve infrastructure, increase teacher training, and provide necessary learning materials.
“Every child deserves a chance to dream, and education is the foundation of that dream,” said Banda.
Banda outlined a bold plan to digitize government services and promote tech innovation among the youth.
She said her government would establish technology hubs in all regions and integrate ICT into the curriculum from an early stage.
Dr. Banda emphasized smart farming, sustainable irrigation, and increased access to markets for smallholder farmers.
“We cannot fight poverty without investing in the farmer,” she stressed.
She committed to debt transparency and working with international partners to restore economic stability.
“We will support SMEs, protect the Kwacha, and ensure that economic growth is felt by every Malawian,” she said.
Banda proposed a Youth Bank that will offer low-interest loans and business mentorship programs.
“The youth are not leaders of tomorrow, they are leaders of today,” she affirmed.
Dr. Banda pledged 50% representation of women in all public offices.
She also proposed free sanitary products for school girls and greater protection against gender-based violence.
“When we uplift a woman, we uplift a community,” she said.
She announced plans to make public buildings accessible and introduce disability-friendly public transportation.
Dr. Banda was unequivocal: “We will root it out at every level.”
She proposed stronger oversight bodies, lifestyle audits for public officers, and protection for whistleblowers.
Banda said Malawians must benefit from their land, minerals, and industries.
In addressing rural development, she promised a Rural Transformation Fund to expand electricity, water, and roads in neglected areas.
Banda pledged fair pay, capacity building, and a non-politicized public service.
“We have only one Malawi. We must protect it for future generations,” Banda declared.
Dr. Banda stressed the importance of a value driven leadership guided by unity, integrity, and patriotism.
“We are ready to serve again,” Banda concluded. “Together, we can restore dignity, opportunity, and prosperity to Malawi.”
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