Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) parliamentary hopeful Dr. James Mpunga has pledged to bring meaningful development to the Zomba City South Constituency if elected in the upcoming general elections set for September 16.
Speaking on Thursday at St. Joseph Primary School in Zomba, where he officially submitted his nomination papers to the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC), Dr. Mpunga outlined a bold vision focused on infrastructure development, youth empowerment, and economic upliftment.
“The people of Zomba City South are ready for a leader who delivers. If elected, I will prioritize road network improvements, address hunger, and promote youth development,” said Mpunga.
He highlighted the dire state of local infrastructure, noting that poor roads have hindered the transportation of goods and stifled local economic activities.
He committed to investing in road upgrades to better connect communities and support small businesses.
Mpunga also placed strong emphasis on empowering young people, promising free vocational training, school fee support, and access to soft loans for starting small businesses.
“These initiatives will equip our youth with practical skills to generate income and become self-reliant,” he said.
Addressing food insecurity, Mpunga pledged to introduce targeted support for women through small-scale business loans. He believes economic empowerment for women is key to reducing household hunger.
While some development projects have already begun in the area, Mpunga vowed to expand and scale them if given the mandate.
“From September 16, if I am elected, I will work tirelessly to transform Zomba City South into a model of progress and opportunity,” he said.
He called on constituents to come out in large numbers on election day and vote for change, urging them to reject what he described as the ineffective leadership of the current MCP-led government.
In closing, Mpunga urged party supporters to campaign peacefully and remain united, emphasizing that violence has no place in a democratic process.
“It’s time to raise our voices through the ballot and chart a new course for Zomba City South,” he concluded.
