Chakwera hails Chitipa for contributing precisely on Malawi soccer

Malawi leader Dr Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has commended Chitipa for Development of soccer in the country.

President Dr Lazarus Chakwera was speaking when he visited Chitipa Football Stadium which is under construction to appreciate the progress works being made.

Speaking after being briefed on the construction project, Chakwera described Chitipa District as one of the districts which has contributed greatly to the development of football in the country, as evidenced by great football icons to have come out of the district such as Kinnah Phiri.

“As I look at the crucial developments taking place here such as the construction of this stadium, I am convinced that even right here in Chitipa, something good will come out of this district.

“I am hoping that one day, I should be able to come here and watch an international match. I will ensure to follow up this project until it materialises,” said Chakwera.

Chakwera then hailed the district for uplifting junior football clubs , saying motivating such clubs is what enables Malawi to be a solid nation in terms of soccer.

In his remarks, Senior Chief Mwaulambia hailed the President for being a man of his words, saying he fulfills what he promises.

Mwaulambia then called upon the project contractors responsible for the construction of Ilomba-Chitipa road and Chitipa Stadium to ensure they deliver quality standards and within the expected time.

“I thank the President for personally coming here to supervise the projects taking place. I want to take this opportunity to address the contractors of these two crucial projects. You must ensure to deliver as this is a presidential directive which must be honoured without delay,” said Mwaulambia.

Director of Public Works at Chitipa District Council, Misheck Gondwe said people in Chitipa are anxiously anticipating the construction of the stadium as it will uplift the game of football in the district.

“The construction of Chitipa Stadium is of great essence here in Chitipa. Football players and fans usually go to Karonga as they lack a proper stadium and they end up spending a lot. We will be most grateful once the construction is complete,” said Gondwe.

Chakwera is in the northern region for the tour of duty. The president is being accompanied by his vice Saulos Klaus Chilima.