Malawi President Chakwera Addresses UNGA, Urges Climate Action and Constitutionalism
Drawing from his own experiences with the effects of climate change on health systems, he urged global policymakers to take action.
New York, U.S. - Malawi President Lazarus Chakwera, while speaking at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York on Wednesday, addressed critical global issues during his participation in two side events, writes Winston Mwale.
During the Strategic Dialogue on Health, organized by Foundation S and The Africa Europe Foundation, President Chakwera emphasized the importance of supporting communities in adapting to climate risks that affect health systems and service delivery.
Drawing from his own experiences with the effects of climate change on health systems, he urged global policymakers to take action.
"We must improve early warning and response systems, enhance healthcare infrastructure, amplify community voices on climate action, and transition to cleaner energy sources," President Chakwera stated.
At the Democracy Delivers event hosted by USAID, President Chakwera expressed deep concern about the erosion of constitutionalism in certain parts of Africa, where non-sanctioned elements are seizing power from democratically-elected leaders.
As part of a solution to this issue, he called upon Western governments to refrain from exploiting African economic assets and financial systems, discourage African leaders from storing corrupt proceeds in Western banks, and prosecute Western citizens who aid corruption in Africa.
President Chakwera's address at the UNGA underlines Malawi's commitment to addressing climate change impacts on healthcare and promoting constitutionalism in Africa, while also highlighting the importance of international cooperation and responsible governance in tackling global challenges.