Malawi asks citizens to help stop child labour as the country marks World Day Against Child Labour on June 12. The nation has 38 percent of children working instead of going to school. Most child workers spend their days on farms or doing household chores. Secretary for Labour Chikondano Mussa wants people to report cases of child abuse and exploitation. The government calls child labour an urgent problem that needs everyone's attention.
Africa leads the world with 72 million children trapped in dangerous work situations. Malawi puts 72 percent of its child workers on farms and another 23 percent in homes. Young people also work in fishing boats, stone quarries, and street markets. Officials say these children face daily risks of harm and violence. The global total reaches 160 million children who should be learning and playing instead.
Labour Minister Peter Dimba will speak at the national event on June 21 near Lake Chilwa. Traditional Authority Mposa will host the ceremony in Machinga District. The government wants to end all child labour before 2025 as part of United Nations goals. Citizens must work together to protect children from harm and give them better futures. Reporting suspected cases helps authorities rescue children from dangerous situations.
Africa leads the world with 72 million children trapped in dangerous work situations. Malawi puts 72 percent of its child workers on farms and another 23 percent in homes. Young people also work in fishing boats, stone quarries, and street markets. Officials say these children face daily risks of harm and violence. The global total reaches 160 million children who should be learning and playing instead.
Labour Minister Peter Dimba will speak at the national event on June 21 near Lake Chilwa. Traditional Authority Mposa will host the ceremony in Machinga District. The government wants to end all child labour before 2025 as part of United Nations goals. Citizens must work together to protect children from harm and give them better futures. Reporting suspected cases helps authorities rescue children from dangerous situations.
