Malawi Reaffirms Commitment to SADC’s Regional Development Goals
Her Excellency Mrs. Stella Chiripo Ndau, the High Commissioner of the Republic of Malawi and Representative to the Southern African Development Community (SADC), presented her Letters of Credence to H.E. Mr. Elias Magosi, the SADC Executive Secretary, in Gaborone, Botswana, on 10 December 2024.
During the presentation, Mrs. Ndau reaffirmed Malawi’s strong commitment to the SADC Regional Indicative Strategic Development Plan (RISDP) 2020-2030, a roadmap for regional integration and sustainable development.
Mrs. Ndau emphasized that Malawi is aligning its national priorities with the broader regional agenda to foster inclusive growth. Key sectors such as agriculture, tourism, and mining will play a pivotal role in driving the country’s economic development.
She also stressed Malawi’s continued dedication to promoting peace and security in the region, highlighted by its contribution of troops to peacekeeping efforts in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
As a member of the SADC Organ Troika and Incoming Chairperson of the Organ, Malawi remains committed to supporting the SADC Electoral Observation Missions (SEOM), which are crucial for promoting good governance and peace within the region.
With the country gearing up for its general elections in September 2025, Mrs. Ndau expressed hope for the timely deployment of the SADC Electoral Advisory Council (SEAC) and SEOM teams to ensure the smooth and democratic conduct of the elections.
Further commending SADC’s engagement with International Cooperating Partners (ICPs), Mrs. Ndau praised the Secretariat’s efforts in fostering collaboration to support regional integration. She also noted the region’s progress in industrialization despite the challenges and highlighted the need to deepen integration efforts.
In response, H.E. Mr. Magosi congratulated Mrs. Ndau on her appointment and acknowledged Malawi’s significant role in advancing peace, security, and development within SADC.
He particularly lauded the country’s contribution to peacekeeping operations in the DRC and emphasized Malawi’s agro-processing potential due to its fertile lands and favorable climate, which could significantly contribute to the country’s economic growth.
