Parliament has passed a bill authorizing the government to borrow K33 billion for the construction of Mangochi-Makanjira road.
Presenting the bill, Minister of Finance, Simplex Chithyola Banda, said the construction of the road is important for the social economic development of the country.
Among other things, the road will help farmers to transport their farm produce to various markets without difficulties.
He added that the road will boost trade and tourism that will help the country generate it’s much needed Forex.
Before passing the bill, DPP and UDF party representatives in the House commended the government for sourcing funding for the road, which they agreed will help unlock business opportunities in the Eastern Region.
Reported by Margaret Mapando and Isaac Jali
