15/10/2026
Mother's Day in Malawi: PFAM Calls for Road Safety, Kalua Questions Focus
As Malawians joined the rest of the world in celebrating Mother's Day on October 15, the President of the Pastors' Fraternity Association in Malawi (PFAM), Reverend John Mphepo Msowoya, urged families to exercise caution when travelling on the roads to avoid accidents.
"We as PFAM wish a happy Mother's Day to all mothers. We are very grateful to have responsible mothers who care for and nurture us as husbands and children," Msowoya said.
"Let us celebrate this day with care and praise to God. Let us avoid accidents by following the traffic rules as stipulated in our Traffic Act," he added.
The day, which is a public holiday in Malawi, saw many families across the country sending gifts to their mothers and gathering for celebrations.
When contacted, veteran politician Kamlepo Kalua, when asked how he would describe Mother's Day given that the celebration appears to focus more on women than men, said he felt Malawians also have Father's Day celebrations.
"I thought we also have our own day, Father's Day celebration day. But now we have to celebrate Mother's Day and wish all our mothers a happy Mother's Day," Kalua said.
Malawi commemorates Mother's Day annually on October 15 to reflect on the life of mothers in caring for their children.
By Sothine Sinjani
Pic: PFAM president Rev John Mphepo Msowoya.
