JB Graces an Orange Achievers Youth Conference in Lilongwe

Former President of the Republic of Malawi Her Excellency Dr Joyce Banda who is also the leader of People’s Party – PP is gracing an Orange Achievers Youth Conference which is currently taking place at Golden Peacock Hotel in Lilongwe.

Dr Chris Daza who has rejoined the party is also in attendance. The main agenda for the meeting is to strengthen and encourage the youth to rally behind the party as we go to the September polls.

Dr Joyce Hilda Banda served as President of Malawi, from 7 April 2012 to 31 May 2014. Banda took office as President following the sudden death of President Bingu wa Mutharika. She is the founder and leader of the People’s Party, created in 2011.

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