Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Eastern Region Vice President Bright Msaka has said the party is committed to promoting football and empowering young people through sports and skills development.
Msaka, who is also Minister of Education, made the remarks at St. Bridget Community Day Secondary School Ground in Zomba Chingale during the launch of William Susuwele Banda K10 Million Football League.
He said the initiative aligns with the DPP’s vision of creating opportunities for young people to develop their talents, earn livelihoods, and reduce the need to seek opportunities outside the country.
Msaka said he considered it important to attend the launch in his capacity as DPP Eastern Region Vice President and encouraged other Members of Parliament in the region to emulate Susuwele Banda by sponsoring sporting activities in their constituencies.
“As DPP, we care about the youth and we will ensure that football trophies are introduced in all areas,” he said.
He also urged party leaders at area, district, and regional levels to remain united to strengthen the DPP.
Speaking at the event, Susuwele Banda said he introduced the K10 million football league to promote youth development through sport.
He pledged to provide football uniforms and boots to all participating teams and said the competition would help keep young people engaged while creating pathways to higher levels of the game.
Susuwele Banda also promised to introduce a bigger competition after the current league concludes.
