WOLREC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR PROMOTES MALAWI LITERATURE
- vickymangoni4
- Apr 30
- 1 min read
Malawians must take ownership of their stories to preserve history, strengthen unity among tribes, and celebrate the courage and compassion embedded in their culture, Women’s Legal Resources Centre (WOLREC) Executive Director, Maggie Kathewera Banda has said.
She made the remarks in Blantyre during the launch of two books by Olive Chidothe Masanza: Origins of the Mang'anja People and Princess of Fate.
Kathewera Banda commended Masanza for her achievements and contribution to the development of Malawian literature, particularly as a female author.
"Books play a vital role in nurturing imagination, inspiring resilience, and fostering national pride," she said. "These works are important for our nation—they help us move forward because we cannot shape the future without understanding our past."
In her address, Masanza, who is also a former Deputy Minister of Education, underscored the need to instill cultural knowledge in children from an early age, drawing inspiration from the teachings of the Book of Proverbs.
Victor Gondwe from the Department of Arts and Culture pledged the government’s support for such initiatives, acknowledging the arts as a cornerstone of national identity and cohesion.
The event also highlighted positive strides in women’s participation in literature, with female representation in the field increasing from 18% to 30%.
The Guests were treated to poem recitals and traditional dances by the Chichiri Heritage Dancing Crew, adding a vibrant celebration of Malawi’s cultural richness.
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