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Africa-Press – Malawi. <\/strong><\/span>Chiwamba, speaking to Malawi24, said he is determined to advance the association and strengthen its presence, especially in the digital age.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m delighted to continue as president, as it gives me the chance to finalize key projects that were started in my first term,\u201d Chiwamba said. One of these initiatives involves working with the Cooperate Fund to encourage primary school students to write poems about natural disasters. \u201cThis is an important project that will be completed during my second term,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Chiwamba noted that his first term was primarily focused on establishing a solid foundation for PAM, which included amending its constitution. Now, he believes the association is positioned to achieve its broader goals for the benefit of Malawian poetry.<\/p>\n

Looking ahead, he outlined his vision for PAM\u2019s future. \u201cThis term, we are committed to rebranding PAM and embracing digital platforms. We plan to establish a strong presence on YouTube, Facebook, and other social media channels so that more people can engage with and recognize PAM\u2019s work,\u201d he explained.<\/p>\n

Additionally, PAM is seeking to collaborate with the private sector to organize poetry competitions, which would help to raise the profile of poetry in Malawi.<\/p>\n

Despite the positive outlook, Chiwamba acknowledged the challenges PAM faces, particularly with limited financial resources.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe currently rely on membership fees of K5,000, which is insufficient. However, I am grateful to Reunion Insurance, the Copyright Fund, and others for their support,\u201d he explained.<\/p>\n

Chiwamba also encouraged young poets to remain active and to use social media and radio platforms to promote their work. \u201cIt\u2019s important that our young poets get their voices heard and contribute to the poetry scene in Malawi,\u201d he emphasized.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, PAM\u2019s Vice President, Daniel Zabuloni, pledged to work closely with Chiwamba to advance the association\u2019s objectives and support poets across the country.<\/p>\n

In the recent elections, several other key positions were filled: Arthur Muongola was elected General Secretary, with Chikumbutso Kaliyati serving as Vice General Secretary. Charles Membe was appointed Treasurer General, Raphael Sitima took the role of Director of Fundraising, Kenneth Khondiwa became Director of Publicity, and Milca Kanyenda was named Director of Women\u2019s Affairs.<\/p>\n

Together, the newly elected leadership team is optimistic about continuing PAM\u2019s growth and supporting the poetry community in Malawi.<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Malawi. Chiwamba, speaking to Malawi24, said he is determined to advance the association and strengthen its presence, especially in the digital age. \u201cI\u2019m delighted to continue as president, as it gives me the chance to finalize key projects that were started in my first term,\u201d Chiwamba said. 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