By Innocent Manda
President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has appointed Milca Chimbanga Manyozo as Director of Information and Deogratias Mmana as Director of Government Communication Services in the Ministry of Information, Communication and Technology.
Prior to her appointment, Manyozo served as Chief Information Officer in the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology. Mmana previously held the position of Deputy Director for Press and Publications in the same ministry.
Confirming her appointment to the Malawi News Agency (MANA) on Monday, Manyozo expressed gratitude for the confidence placed in her and pledged to execute her duties with diligence, professionalism, and patriotism.
“I am deeply humbled by this appointment, and I assure the appointing authorities that I will serve the nation to the best of my ability, upholding professionalism and commitment for the overall development of the country,” said ManyozoShe further commended President Mutharika for promoting women to senior leadership positions, describing the decision as a strong signal in the fight against gender inequality.
“This appointment demonstrates the President’s confidence in women’s leadership and serves as motivation for many women to work hard and aspire to decision-making positions,” she said.
Manyozo has worked in the Ministry of Information for nearly 20 years, holding various positions that have equipped her with extensive experience in public information management and government communication.
Before his appointment, Mmana worked with The Times Group as Bureau and Programmes Manager for the Central and Northern regions and Assistant Editor for the Investigations Desk.
