The Public Private Partnership Commission (PPPC) has called for urgency in the implementation of infrastructure projects, saying stronger preparation is critical to driving the country’s economic growth.
PPPC chief executive officer Arthur Nanthuru made the remarks on Friday in Blantyre during the PPP Bankability and Project Readiness Executive Workshop organised jointly with Baker Tilly Central Africa.
He said well-structured partnerships can accelerate infrastructure delivery, improve service quality and stimulate growth.
Said Nanthuru: “We are witnessing increasing interest in PPP opportunities from both public and private sectors.
“The challenge before us is no longer in identifying projects, but ensuring that those projects are properly prepared, investment-ready and capable of attracting sustainable financing.”
He said the commission’s mandate goes beyond transaction support, highlighting its role in strengthening institutional capacity, enhancing project preparation and building a credible pipeline of projects.
Baker Tilly Central Africa corporate finance partner Duduzile Nyirongo said the day-long workshop helped institutions to better understand the PPP process from inception to implementation.
Malawi University of Science and Technology (Must) deputy vice-chancellor Wilson Mandala said the training was timely as universities expand student housing.
“As a public university, we have projects that we cannot fund on our own.,” he said.
The workshop attracted participants from Nico Capital Limited, Vivo Energy Malawi Limited, Must, University of Malawi and the Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences.
