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Brazilian envoy meets Chakwera, promises to send cataract experts to Malawi

The Honorary Consul Designate of Brazil to Malawi, Dr. Breno Tavares Nogueira, on Tuesday paid President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera a courteous call at the Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe.

The meeting follows Minister of Health Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda’s commendation of the Brazilian Government for their impactful contributions to Malawi’s health sector.

In his remarks to President Chakwera, Nogueira expressed his government’s commitment to sending a team of cataract experts to assist in treating eye problems prevalent in Malawi.

President Chakwera with Nogueira

Brazil has also offered to construct a specialized Cataract Surgeries Hospital in Malawi, focusing on comprehensive eye care.

President Chakwera expressed gratitude for the Brazilian Government’s proactive stance in addressing Malawi’s cataract challenges.

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