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Formulation and interpretation of policy, directing, controlling, monitoring and evaluating youth, sports and cultural programmes being implemented in the country.
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Interpretation, preservation of natural and cultural heritage.
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Conduct research on historical and prehistorical aspects of Malawi.
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Collect, preserve and manage historical manuscripts.
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Offer technical assistance to the public on fine and performing arts and craft.
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Classification of plays, films and publications.
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Carry out educational programs on cultural heritage.
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Maintain and rehabilitate national monuments
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Inspection and issuing of theatre licences.
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Empowering the youth to realise their potential for their own personal and national development.
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Promoting youth livelihood by providing business and credit management training and soft loans.
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Reducing idleness and boredom among the youth by keeping them busy in youth centers.
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Encouraging youth participation in community development initiatives.