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Chakwera Announces Plans for National Development Bank

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Chakwera Announces Plans for National Development Bank

By Wadza Botomani

President Lazarus Chakwera has reiterated the government’s plans to turn the National Economic Empowerment Fund into a National Development Bank. Speaking to a large gathering at Mitundu Trading Centre in Lilongwe on Tuesday, Chakwera said the initiative aims to provide women and youths with better access to capital to promote economic growth and national development.

The President acknowledged the crucial role local farmers play in supplying Lilongwe’s markets and stated there is a need to boost investment in the area. He promised to construct better roads to facilitate trade and transportation and encouraged people to invest in irrigation farming for increased productivity.

Chakwera



The event also featured speeches from several Malawi Congress Party officials. Party Secretary General Richard Chimwendo Banda commended the government for constructing staff houses for security officers. MCP Regional Chairperson Zebron Chilondora and local Member of Parliament Binton Kumtsaira urged the people to re-elect President Chakwera in the upcoming September 16th election to continue his developmental initiatives.

Francis Belekanyama, the Member of Parliament for Msinja South Constituency, hailed the government for constructing new classroom blocks, which he said have positively contributed to education outcomes in the area.

Government Urges Public Institution Heads to Champion Transparency

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Government Urges Public Institution Heads to Champion Transparency

By Wadza Botomani

The government has called upon all heads of public institutions to lead efforts in promoting transparency and accountability within the public service. The objective is to build trust among Malawians and ensure effective governance across all sectors.

This appeal was made by Dr. Janet Banda SC, the Deputy Secretary to the President and Cabinet and Head of the Presidential Delivery Unit, during the opening of a three-day Public Sector Integrity Lab in Lilongwe on Tuesday. She emphasized that the meeting would focus on transforming discussions into actionable plans.

Dr Janet Banda



“Over the next three days, we will review issues raised during the pre-lab engagement and prioritise them into a concrete roadmap for reform. This roadmap must reflect our collective aspirations and inspire confidence in Malawians,” Dr. Banda stated.

She further explained that the outcomes of the lab are expected to fundamentally reshape the country’s integrity landscape. The goal is to foster not only improved systems but also a culture that inspires trust and pride, ultimately reflecting the Malawi that its citizens envision.

The initiative to hold these integrity labs stems from a directive by President Lazarus Chakwera. He instructed the Presidential Delivery Unit to convene meetings for all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies to enhance transparency, accountability, and public service delivery. This directive was issued during the official opening of the Commercial High Court building in Blantyre on April 30, 2025.

The event has drawn participation from high-level officials representing key institutions, including the Malawi Police Service, the Department of Immigration and Citizenship Services, the National Registration Bureau, the Prison Service, and the Anti-Corruption Bureau.

Ansah brushes off her credibility concerns

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Ansah brushes off her credibility concerns

By Chisomo Phiri

Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) running mate Jane Ansah has dismissed concerns about her credibility stemming from the disputed 2019 elections.

Speaking at Mpamba Trading Centre in Nkhata Bay Monday, Ansah said the matter was already resolved and should not cast doubt on her role.

“There was no electoral mismanagement.Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has appointed me to assist him when he returns to government. The other issue is history.It was dealt with. Let us move forward,” she said.

Responding to how the DPP intends to finance its campaign promises, Ansah stressed that the country has enough resources to sustain its development agenda.

Ansah



“We have money in this country, the problem is that it is mismanaged,” she said.

The DPP running mate further criticized president Lazarus Chakwera of failing to live up to his words by not resigning from his position despite failing to deliver on various promises.

“He said he would resign if he fails to deliver. The hunger facing the nation is a sign of failure. He has mentioned clyclones as excuses but there were clyclones too during the previous DPP administration,” she said.

Ansah was the country’s first female Attorney General(AG ) but is widely known for her role as the head of Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC ) during the 2019 Tripartite Elections.

She resigned resigned from her role as MEC chairperson on May 21 2020, ahead of the court-sanctioned Fresh Presidential Election held on June 23 2020.

A five-judge panel of the High Court of Malawi sitting as a Constitutional Court nullified the 2019 Presidential Election results over irregularities following a petition by United Transformation Movement (UTM ) Party president late Saulos Chilima and Malawi Congress Party (MCP ) president Lazarus Chakwera.

Both the nullification and call for fresh election were upheld by the Malawi Supreme Court of Appeal.

In July 2020, Ansah left the country for the United Kingdom.

Mutharika Welcomes Interchange Nod But Questions Timing, Priorities

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Mutharika Welcomes Interchange Nod But Questions Timing, Priorities

By Wadza Botomani

Former President Peter Mutharika, also leader of the opposition DPP, says he welcomes the news that an interchange will be named after him. However, Mutharika expressed surprise that this recognition took so long, considering the road was constructed during his time in office.

Speaking through his spokesperson Shadric Namalomba, Mutharika pointed out that the interchange has been in place for several years now. He questioned why it was only named after him a few weeks after the elections. “They say the Opposition is not happy, no, we are happy. We actually asked for this long ago, we are just surprised it’s been done last minute. Nevertheless, we acknowledge the gesture indeed,” Namalomba stated.



Mutharika also raised concerns about the naming of the Chileka roundabout. He questioned the focus on naming things after him while neglecting infrastructure like Chileka Airport. “But all these years they have failed to upgrade Chileka Airport to look international, and now they change its name? Even if someone arrives at Chileka and it’s in your name, can you be proud of how it looks?” Namalomba conveyed Mutharika’s sentiments.

Halima Daudi commissions Jumpha Health Centre in Dowa South East

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Halima Daudi commissions Jumpha Health Centre in Dowa South East

By Rahim Abdul

Member of Parliament for Dowa South East, Halima Daudi, has described the official opening of the Jumpha Health Centre as a historic milestone for her constituency.

The state of the art facility, constructed with support from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints, is expected to benefit more than 13,000 households.

Daudi



It will provide quality healthcare services, clean water, and improved maternal and child health care to communities that previously had to travel long distances to Dzaleka, Mtengowanthenga, or Dowa District Hospital for treatment.

Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, Daudi said the project will significantly ease the burden of accessing medical care and improve the overall well-being of families in the area.

She emphasized that the initiative reflects her commitment to fulfilling campaign promises and aligns with President Lazarus Chakwera’s vision of enhancing healthcare delivery across the country.

“I sincerely appreciate our partners from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for their generous support and investment in this life-changing facility,” said Daudi.

“When I promised to improve health services for communities around Jumpha, I meant it  and today, that promise has been fulfilled,”she added.

She further revealed that similar health projects are already underway in Chunzu and Chibvala, underscoring her dedication to bringing essential services closer to the people.

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