A Quote by Joyce Banda

My father once told me when I was a young girl that I was destined to do great things. His belief in my abilities and ambition is rooted deeply in the spirit of Malawians; resilient and determined for a better Malawi and a better Africa.

Joyce Banda

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Africa Ambition Belief Better Deeply Destined Determined Father Girl Great Great Thing Great Things His Malawi Me Once Resilient Rooted Spirit Things Young Young Girl

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Joyce Banda
Malawian - Politician
Born: April 12, 1950

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