Government has announced comprehensive reform plans to overhaul Malawi’s sugar industry, aiming to address persistent shortages, stabilize prices, and promote local participation in distribution.
As sugar scarcity continues to affect the country, several renowned social commentators have criticized Minister of Trade, Vitumbiko Mumba, for what they describe as "irresponsible" remarks regarding the issue.
As concerns grow over Malawi’s stalled Extended Credit Facility (ECF) with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), civil society organizations (CSOs) and economic experts are offering divergent views on what went wrong — and what should happen next.
Economist and senior DPP official Dr. Paul Gadama has raised concerns over Malawi’s deepening economic crisis, citing persistent inflation, fuel shortages, and foreign exchange instability. He criticizes the government’s inadequate response, particularly its reliance on monetary policy without addressing structural weaknesses. Gadama calls for a holistic approach that includes targeted agricultural investment, energy reforms, and forex management to prevent further economic decline and social unrest.
Malawians have every reason to smile following the restoration of donor confidence in their government, with the World Bank being the latest bilateral partner to commit financial resources to the Malawi Government.
Member of Parliament (MP) for Mzimba South Emmanuel Chambulanyina Jere has proposed that in this season, the government should consider allocating funds in its budget to buy soya beans from farmers at K75, 000 per bag of 50 kilogrammes.
Government parastatal Malawi Bureau of Standards (MBS) on Saturday awarded a total of 178 certificates of compliance to various local companies for their products and services under the local product certification scheme bringing a total of 1033 certificates.
Financial Access for Rural Markets, Smallholders and Enterprise Programme (FARMSE) has invested K11.6 billion in the 17 projects aimed at reducing poverty, enhancing resilience and improving livelihoods in rural areas.
Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) William Matambo has expressed government commitment to supporting and promoting micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to thrive.