Ministry of Tourism says though the country is making strides in trying to balance tourism development and sustainable tourism practices, there is still need for more cooperation from other stakeholders if the sector is to be sustainable.

Tourism minister Michael Usi and musician Lawi who is also Mulanje Mountain Ambassador on Friday led over 70 hikers to Mulanje mountain and the team reached Sapitwa, the Mountain’s highest peak on Saturday on a tour dubbed “amplifying the voice of the Mountain.

Government has proposed that there should be a realistic dialogue between wildlife officials and surrounding communities in order end hostilities in Lengwe National Park amid growing incidents of encroachment.

UTM Vice President, Dr. Michael Usi, has called on the party followers to be cautious with their speeches and actions ahead of the elections case judgment.