Lilongwe District Council has expressed excitement with Njewa Revenue Centre for emerging the best-performing revenue collection centre in the district after exceeding its first-quarter revenue target for the 2026/27 financial year.
The centre was assigned a target of K120 million, but collected K173 million, representing 143.62 percent of its target.
Speaking during an award presentation ceremony on Friday, Lilongwe District Council chairperson Sekelani Kansikili described revenue collectors as the backbone of the council.
revenue collectors. | Andrew Mkonda Banda
“We are grateful for the excellent work you are doing for the council. Without your dedication, the council would not be able to carry out its day-to-day operations and achieve its development goals,” he said.
In her remarks, Njewa revenue collector Edda Matandika attributed the outstanding performance to teamwork, commitment and dedication among staff members.
“Every member of the team played an important role in ensuring that we surpass our target,” she said.
Despite the achievement, Matandika appealed to the council to address mobility challenges facing revenue collectors, saying officers cover long distances on foot to carry out their duties.
Responding to the concerns, Lilongwe district commissioner Stallichi Mwambiwa reaffirmed the council’s commitment to improving working conditions for revenue collectors.
Mitundu Revenue Centre came second and received a trophy and K1 million while Chadza Revenue Centre was third and received a trophy.
Lilongwe District Council is targeting to collect K2.5 billion in locally generated revenue during the current the 2026/27 financial year
