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Do better on mining
The mining sector has great potential to contribute significantly to Malawi’s GDP to complement agriculture. Judging by the way government…
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Local govt: focus of development
Former president Bakili Muluzi and his successor Bingu wa Mutharika were not keen to have local government elections. The last…
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Are courts not confusing Malawians?
Over the past week, Malawians have witnessed high court drama whereby branches of the High Court have issued injunctions and…
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Instutionalisation of corruption during elections
It has become a norm in Malawi during an election period for candidates to offer electoral gifts to voters. Whenever…
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Local government: focus of development
Former president Bakili Muluzi and his successor Bingu wa Mutharika were not keen to have local government elections. The last…
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Whose interest is govt selling Airline shares?
During Bakili Muluzi administration, government, under the ill-advice of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank indiscriminately sold state-owned…
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Identity crisis: Is PCL private or govt company?
Press Corporation Limited (PCL) CEO Matthews Chikaonda always takes himself as part of the private sector. Whenever he is invited…
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Joyce Banda trapped in political decay
When Joyce Banda assumed power following the death of Bingu wa Mutharika in 2012, there was much expectation that she…
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Focus on election issues and not personalities
Malawians had a feel for the first time of a high-profile election debate when Zodiak Broadcasting Station (ZBS) brought together…
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Legal fees are exorbitant
A few weeks ago, Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs Fahad Assani was guest of honour during the Malawi Law…
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Of running mates and future leaders
Now that all the presidential aspirants have chosen their running mates, it is time to reflect on their capabilities and…
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MBC is the main culprit
Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) chairperson Maxon Mbendera was quoted in the media as urging President Joyce Banda to open up…
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Escom’s proposed 50% tariffs sickening
very year Escom increases its tariff, but it has little to show for money it raises. Blackouts that started during…
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