By Dorica Mtenje
LILONGWE Maravipost: The authorities has deserted three Agricultural Development Marketing Corporations (ADMARCs) which had been constructed utilizing the Community Development Fund (CDF) amidst starvation disaster
In an interview with Maravipost on Thursday, February 27, Mzimba North lawmaker Billy Kaunda stated that the closure of the three depots is a foul timing amidst the starvation disaster.
Kaunda stated individuals are alleged to journey 15 kilometers to the previous ADMARC depots, which is expensive in mild of financial challenges.
“The manager for Mzimba reported to me that Kafukule ADMARC, Luvwele ADMARC, and Elangeni market will not be utilized during this hunger market as they have been instructed not to use them any more, which will cause community members to walk long distances,”stated Kaunda.
He requested authorities if they’re punishing the individuals in order that they need to be strolling lengthy distances to get maize.
In his response, Deputy Minister of Agriculture Benedikto Chambo requested the member to place the query in writing in order that he can provide you with the reply.
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