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Special Envoy for Global Food Security Fowler’s Travel to Zambia, Malawi, and the United Kingdom

Media Note Office of the Spokesperson January 13, 2023 U.S. Department of State Special Envoy for Global Food Security, Dr. Cary Fowler will travel to Lusaka, Zambia, January 15-18; Lilongwe, Malawi, January 18-21; and London, United Kingdom, January 23-24. In Lusaka and Lilongwe, Special Envoy Fowler will be joined by USAID Global Food Crisis Coordinator Dina Esposito for meetings with government officials and stakeholders on the regional food security crisis. Special Envoy Fowler and Coordinator Esposito will promote local partnerships through the new Accelerated Innovation Delivery Initiative, which seeks to support smallholder farmers with the resources and tools to overcome high food and fertilizer prices and adapt to the climate crisis. Dr. Fowler and Coordinator Esposito will also visit Feed the Future programs supporting climate resilient farming and nutrition diversification and will discuss the U.S. strategy for addressing the global food security crisis. In London, Special Envoy Fowler will join U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Agencies in Rome, Cindy Hensley McCain. Special Envoy Fowler will attend meetings at the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office as well as the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. Special Envoy Fowler and Ambassador McCain will visit the Millennium Seed Bank and its collection of over 2.4 billion seeds from around the world. CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za International/. Special Envoy for Global Food Security Fowler’s Travel to Zambia, Malawi, and the United Kingdom Submission Details Author: Africa Media from . More Info link: Images: For a high res version of THIS image please contact Facebook: Twitter: …


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Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Malawian President Lazarus Chakwera

Readout Office of the Spokesperson September 29, 2022 The following is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met yesterday with Malawian President Lazarus Chakwera in Washington, D.C. Secretary Blinken outlined U.S. support for economic growth in Malawi, including the $350 million Millennium Challenge Corporation compact signed yesterday. The Secretary expressed appreciation for Malawi’s leadership on the United Nations Human Rights Council and welcomed opportunities for closer U.S.-Malawi bilateral and multilateral partnership. The Secretary and President Chakwera also discussed Malawi’s efforts to respond to impacts of Russia’s unjustified invasion of Ukraine, which have driven up food and fertilizer prices, exacerbating debt burdens in Malawi and across the continent. CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za International/. Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Malawian President Lazarus Chakwera Submission Details Author: Africa Media from The Africa Regional Media Hub. More Info link: Images: For a high res version of THIS image please contact The Africa Regional Media Hub Facebook: Twitter: …


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Administrator Samantha Power Meets With Malawian Anti-Corruption Reformers And International Counterparts

United States Agency for International Development Readout August 12, 2022 The below is attributable to Acting Spokesperson Shejal Pulivarti:‎ Today, Administrator Samantha Power hosted Malawian government anti-corruption reformers, Indian anti-corruption champions from Mazdoor Kisan Shakti Sangathan (MKKS), and a representative from the Open Government Partnership (OGP) to discuss anti-corruption best practices and priorities. The meeting, which follows conversations that Administrator Power had with anti-corruption reformers during her July trip to Malawi as well as separate meetings with MKKS and OGP, included attendees Martha Chizuma, Head of Malawi’s Anti-Corruption Board and Dr. Jean Priminta, Director General of Malawi’s Financial Intelligence Authority. Administrator Power underscored the importance of sharing global lessons to curb corruption and reiterated the United States’ commitment to supporting transparency and accountability efforts. CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za International/. Administrator Samantha Power Meets With Malawian Anti-Corruption Reformers And International Counterparts Submission Details Author: Africa Media from The Africa Regional Media Hub. More Info link: Images: For a high res version of THIS image please contact The Africa Regional Media Hub Facebook: Twitter: …


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Administrator Samantha Power Visits Lilongwe, Malawi

U.S. Agency for International Development Readout For Immediate Release Office of Press Relations Saturday, July 2, 2022 The below is attributable to Acting Spokesperson Shejal Pulivarti:‎ On July 1, Administrator Samantha Power arrived in Lilongwe, Malawi. She began her visit by holding a town hall with U.S. Embassy colleagues alongside U.S. Ambassador to Malawi David Young and Acting USAID Mission Director in Malawi Melissa Francis. Administrator Power thanked U.S. Embassy personnel for continuing to strengthen the U.S.-Malawi bilateral relationship, despite challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic and economic crisis exacerbated by Russia’s unprovoked and unjustified war against Ukraine. Administrator Power also met separately with USAID’s Malawian staff to thank them for their dedication and commitment to strengthening the U.S.-Malawi relationship. On July 2, Administrator Power began her day at the State House in Lilongwe where she met with Malawian President Lazarus Chakwera. The Administrator emphasized the importance of the ongoing partnership between the United States and Malawi and reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to Malawi’s strategic development vision. The Administrator and the President discussed Malawi’s democratic reform agenda and ways in which the United States can continue to partner with Malawi to enact these crucial reforms. The two also discussed the ongoing global food crisis and the United States’ work to help provide emergency food assistance, build a more sustainable food system, and strengthen Malawi’s agricultural sector through increased private sector engagement. In remarks following the meeting, Administrator Power announced new USAID funding to strengthen Malawi’s Parliament and local governance; promote the country’s food security and economic recovery; improve the delivery of high-quality early grade reading instruction; and enhance early childhood nutrition. Administrator Power later visited Lilongwe Wildlife Center, the country’s …


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Administrator Samantha Power Travels To Zambia And Malawi

June 23, 2022: Administrator Samantha Power will travel to Zambia and Malawi from June 28 to July 3. In both countries, the Administrator will meet with local farmers, agri business owners and government officials to discuss the impact of Russia’s war against Ukraine on food security and nutrition in the region. Throughout her trip, the Administrator will highlight the United States government support for the region's democratic advances and underscore how democratic governance, a strong civil society, robust anti-corruption efforts and a vibrant independent media strengthen institutional resilience and deliver tangible economic dividends for the people. In Zambia, the Administrator will meet with President Hakainde Hichilema and key ministers to discuss Zambia’s democratic and economic reform priorities. Administrator Power will also meet with local journalists to discuss media freedom and access to information, and she will hear from youth leaders about their individual and collective work in determining the nation’s future. Administrator Power will visit a seed production cooperative that works with Zambian small scale farmers to produce improved seeds for market. She will also visit with local women farmers who are leveraging private sector partnerships to scale up production and now stand ready to help support food security on the domestic and international levels. In Malawi, the Administrator will meet with President Lazarus Chakwera to reinforce U.S. support for Malawi’s commitment to democracy and mutual development goals. She will also meet with anti-corruption leaders on their efforts to enhance government transparency and increase accountability to the citizenry. Administrator Power will visit an agricultural company that demonstrates how market-led approaches with the private sector can promote food security and climate adaptation. She will also spend time at the Lilongwe Wildlife Center to get a firsthand look at how a local organization is conserving …


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OPEC Fund approves US$100 million in new global development support

June 22, 2022: Support for transportation and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are highlights of the latest projects the OPEC Fund for International Development has approved at the 180th session of its Governing Board in Vienna today. The total of US$100 million in new funding will benefit public and private sector projects promoting sustainable development around the world.   Malawi: A US$20 million loan for the SADC Sub Regional Transport and Trade Facilitation Project will support the rehabilitation of 101 kilometers of roadway and 50 kilometers of feeder roads in the central region of the country. Additionally, 16,000 trees will be planted, several schools will be renovated and three roadside markets will be relocated. The project’s overall objective is to enhance competitiveness and socio-economic integration between Malawi and neighbouring Mozambique.   Uganda: A US$30 million loan will finance the upgrade from gravel to a paved surface for a section of approximately 70 kilometers in the country’s central eastern region. The improvement of the national road network will facilitate better access to markets for farmers and traders and boost access to social services in the region. The project will directly benefit more than half a million people.   Cambodia: Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), including those that are women-owned and rurally located, stand to profit from a US$20 million loan to the financial sector for on-lending. Improving access to financing is especially important for MSME’s in the recovery period after the COVID-19 pandemic as these businesses are responsible for a significant portion of Cambodia’s GDP.   Uzbekistan: A US$30 million loan to the country’s financial sector will support local small businesses through on-lending. The loan will have significant development impact on national growth thanks to the key role SMEs play as the backbone of Uzbekistan’s economy, accounting …


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