By Chifundo Kowedza:
Newly sworn in Minister of State in the Presidents office, Alfred Ruwan Gangata, 37, thanked President, Peter Mutharika for his appointment into cabinet, saying he is committed to work hard to serve the country with total dedication in line with the presidents mission to deliver with purpose.
“With this position, I will try my best to work hard and serve the country with purpose,” said young minister in the first phase of ministerial appointment.
Speaking after swearing in of Gangata and two other ministers, President Mutharika said he appointed Gangata to ensure that young people are well represented at the highest level of government.
“Gangata is a young and energetic person, and by choosing him, I want to bring the youth back into the economy. He will lead the youth and work to empower them,” he added.
The President further stated that Gangatas ministry will operate directly under his office to help restore the participation of young people in the countrys democratic and economic systems.
Apart from Gangata, other ministers sworn in include George Chapatula Chaponda as Minister of Foreign Affairs and Joseph Mathyola Mwanamveka as Minister of Finance, Economic Planning and Development.
President Mutharika appointed the ministers on October 5, marking the first phase of forming his new cabinet. Other ministerial and key government positions are expected to be announced as the administration completes its leadership team.
