Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) 3d ago

In Episode 32 of Bite the Talk, host Mark Gachagua is joined by two leaders at the heart of Malawi's food systems transformation journey — exploring how policy is being translated into action from the national level all the way down to the district. Guests Dr. Andrew Jamali — Director of the National Planning Commission, Malawi. Dr. Jamali is a seasoned socioeconomic development expert with over 22 years of experience in policy, research, and capacity building. He has led major national milestones including Malawi's first national research agenda, and brings deep expertise in food security, climate change, and innovation-led development. Mrs. Vitowe Batch — Team Leader for the Step Up and TI Malawi projects at GIZ. Vitowe is a dynamic development leader with expertise in nutrition, WASH, and systems strengthening. She works closely with government and communities to translate policy into action and build sustainable, inclusive food systems. In this episode, we cover: • How Malawi's national vision, Malawi 2063, anchors food systems transformation across agriculture, industrialization, and human capital development • The governance structures Malawi has put in place — from the National Food Systems Steering Committee down to district-level multisectoral platforms • How GIZ's Step Up and TI projects are supporting government-led implementation in three districts: Zimba, Dedza, and Chikwawa • The critical role of research and evidence in driving innovation and shaping policy • Lessons from Malawi's governance journey that other countries can learn from • What citizens can expect to see by 2063 if food systems governance gets it right — from improved household nutrition to stronger livelihoods Bite the Talk is a GAIN Podcast Series. Brought to you by the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN). 🌐 www.gainhealth.org (https://www.gainhealth.org) 🎧 Listen on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/1SkftfQHJFdfDJve6J59Sn) | Listen on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/bite-the-talk-podcast-series/id1540114536) Follow GAIN: Twitter/X: @GAINalliance Facebook: /GAINalliance Instagram: @gainalliance LinkedIn: Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition YouTube: /GAINadm The opinions expressed by guests in this podcast are their own and do not necessarily represent GAIN's views.