Speaking during the groundbreaking ceremony for the Chimbiya Priority Market in Dedza on Wednesday, Phiri said the project marks the beginning of a new chapter for farmers, traders and entrepreneurs by creating modern trading infrastructure that will stimulate local economic growth. I am happy because this infrastructure will change the landscape of this place and this place will never be the same again,” he said. “This place symbolises our collective resolve to move beyond subsistence farming and embrace commercialization, resilience and prosperity,” Phiri said. “Believe you me, I will not blink until these projects are implemented according to plan in terms of timeliness, quality and scope. He subsequently declared construction of the Chimbiya Priority Market officially underway, describing the project as a major investment in rural development, agricultural commercialization and inclusive economic growth.