MAM Calls on Muslims to Pray for the Nation Amid Economic Challenges.

By Aubrey Thom Vakhani

As the holy month of Ramadan unfolds, the Muslim Association of Malawi (MAM) has urged Muslims across the country to pray for the nation, particularly in light of the ongoing economic hardships.

MAM National Chairman, Sheikh Idrisa Muhammad, extended his Ramadan greetings while calling on the Muslim community to seek divine intervention. He emphasized that the country is facing severe socioeconomic challenges, making this an opportune time for fervent supplication.

“Allah has promised in the Qur’an that He will answer the prayers of those who seek Him. Let us use this sacred period to ask for relief, not just for ourselves but for our nation as well. The rising cost of living has placed immense pressure on Malawians, and we must seek Allah’s help to ease this burden,” he said.

Sheikh Muhammad also appealed to well-off Muslims to support those struggling to provide for their families.

“Many people in our communities are finding it difficult to put food on the table. Let us share what we have for the sake of pleasing Allah, who rewards generosity. The Prophet Muhammad (Peace and Blessings Be Upon Him) taught us that those who provide food for a fasting person will receive the same reward as the one who fasts, without reducing the reward of the fasting individual,” he explained.

He further expressed concern that inflation might affect the annual food distribution efforts that many organizations and individuals undertake during Ramadan.

“Things may not be as they were in previous years, but this should not discourage us. Instead, let us pray that Allah makes things easier for everyone,” he urged.

In a separate message, Sheikh Muhammad encouraged Muslims with political aspirations to participate in governance, as it is their constitutional right. However, he cautioned against using Islam for personal political gains.

“As we approach the elections, I urge Muslim politicians to be mindful of their conduct. Islam should not be used as a tool for political advantage or to plot against fellow Muslims. Remember that Allah sees all our actions, both public and private,” he warned.

Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is a time of fasting, reflection, and devotion. The Qur’an (2:183) prescribes fasting as an obligation for able Muslims. This year, Ramadan began on the evening of Sunday, March 2, 2025, and will conclude with the sighting of the new moon, either on Sunday, March 30, or Monday, March 31.

With the ongoing economic difficulties, the MAM chairman’s message serves as a reminder for Muslims to come together in prayer, generosity, and righteousness during this sacred month.