VISION 2020

PREFACE

Publication of the Malawi Vision 2020 is a culmination of a national exercise that started in January, 1996. The document is to serve as a base for the preparation of short and medium-term plans that will lead to the Vision that Malawians see for the year 2020. The Vision 2020, which defines national goals, policies and strategies, will improve development management. The Vision 2020 exercise provides Government with a wealth of information on what Malawians would like to achieve.

A natural Vision provides a framework in which a country formulates, implements and evaluates short and medium-term plans. It provides detailed background information and justification for the aspirations of the people of the country and the recommended strategies for achieving the aspirations. With this framework, Government departments and private organizations, are able to prepare detailed projects and activities. The Vision also captures the multisectoral nature of development, as it comprises social, cultural as well as political changes.

The conceptual framework for developing the vision is adapted from the National Long-term Perspective Studies (NLTPS) approach formulated by the African Futures Group in Abidjan. The NLTPS methodology is used as a tool for development management. It emphasizes the following conceptual elements: strategic long-term thinking shared vision and visionary leadership, citizen participation, scenario planning, strategic management and national learning.

JUSTIN C. MALEWEZI
VICE PRESIDENT AND MINISTER OF FINANCE

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