…Usi calls on Malawians to take an active role in supporting President Mutharika’s national recovery priorities, pledging to complement government efforts through community-based initiatives.
BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Former Vice President Michael Usi has called on all Malawians to play an active role in supporting the “4Fs” — Food, Fertilizer, Fuel, and Forex — which President Arthur Peter Mutharika has identified as the nation’s top priorities for economic recovery and stability.
Speaking during a farm inputs distribution exercise in Chiradzulu on Tuesday, Usi said the four areas represent the foundation of Malawi’s development and self-reliance.
He explained that addressing challenges in these sectors would help the country overcome persistent food insecurity, high commodity prices, and financial constraints related to foreign exchange shortages.
Usi emphasized that his decision to distribute fertilizer and other farming inputs to the less privileged was part of his personal commitment to complement government efforts in ensuring national food security.
“The issue of hunger is not a government problem alone,” he said. “It is a national responsibility. Every Malawian must take part in producing food and protecting our resources.”
He said his initiative aims to empower smallholder farmers with the tools and knowledge they need to increase productivity, reduce dependency on external aid, and improve livelihoods.
The former vice president also urged citizens to embrace responsible fuel consumption and efficient use of forex, stressing that careful management of foreign exchange reserves is key to long-term economic resilience.
Usi praised President Mutharika for identifying the 4Fs as the pillars of national transformation, saying the framework provides a clear roadmap for reviving the economy and restoring Malawi’s self-sufficiency.
He noted that food security begins with ensuring that every household has access to affordable fertilizer and quality seed, while prudent forex management safeguards the country’s economic stability.
He also called on private sector players, faith-based organizations, and development partners to join hands with government in implementing the 4Fs strategy, arguing that development requires collective effort rather than political division.
Usi’s remarks have been widely viewed as a gesture of unity and a sign of renewed cooperation between political leaders toward addressing the country’s pressing socio-economic challenges.
Community leaders in Chiradzulu commended Usi for his continued support of rural farmers, describing his efforts as practical and people-centered.
Many of the beneficiaries expressed gratitude for receiving fertilizer and farming inputs, saying such assistance would help them prepare adequately for the upcoming farming season.
As Malawi continues to grapple with the effects of climate change, rising input costs, and fluctuating fuel prices, Usi’s message resonates as a call for shared responsibility in building a resilient and self-sustaining nation.
The 4Fs initiative, now gaining momentum, is increasingly being viewed as a cornerstone of Malawi’s development agenda — linking agriculture, energy, and foreign exchange management in the pursuit of national stability and prosperity.
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