By Burnett Munthali
Vice President Dr. Jane Mayemu Ansah, SC, JA (Rtd), has called on Malawians to renew their commitment to national unity, collective responsibility and development as the country commemorates Independence Day.
In an official message marking the occasion, the Vice President joined President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika and First Lady Professor Gertrude Mutharika in paying tribute to the significance of the day, while extending warm wishes to Malawians at home and abroad.
“On this Independence Day, I join His Excellency the President, Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika and the First Lady Professor Gertrude Mutharika, and all Malawians in commemorating our cherished Independence Day,” she stated.
Dr. Ansah reflected on the historical foundations of Malawi’s freedom, noting that the independence enjoyed today was secured through the unity, courage and sacrifice of earlier generations.
She emphasized that honoring that legacy also places a responsibility on the present generation to work together in shaping the country’s future.
“As we celebrate the freedom won through the unity, courage, and sacrifice of those who came before us,” she said, urging citizens to translate the lessons of the past into renewed commitment to national progress.
“Let us renew our commitment to working together for the continued progress and prosperity of our nation,” Dr. Ansah appealed.
Her message comes as the government has scaled back this year’s Independence Day commemorations, with the occasion being marked primarily through prayers and reflection.
The government says public resources initially allocated for the celebrations are being redirected toward economically productive areas as part of broader efforts to reduce poverty and support national development.
Against that backdrop, Dr. Ansah’s appeal places unity and shared purpose at the center of Malawi’s development journey.
Rather than outlining specific policy measures, the Vice President focused on the values of togetherness, collective responsibility and national commitment.
As Malawi marks another year of self-rule, her message underscores the importance of citizens working across political, social and economic divides to advance the country’s progress and prosperity.
