The African Energy Bank has received a significant financial boost with Senegal approving its share of payment for the pan-African energy finance vehicle
DAKAR, Senegal, December 9, 2025/ — Senegal has approved its share of payment for the African Energy Bank (AEB), which is expected to be paid before the end of 2025.
Announced by Dr. Omar Farouk Ibrahim, Secretary General for intergovernmental organization the African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO) on December 9 at the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2025 conference and exhibition in Dakar, the payment comes as Senegal expands its focus on developing its own energy sector, which includes significant oil and natural gas reserves.
“With this payment, we are getting closer to the development of the African Energy Bank,” Dr. Ibrahim stated.
With an initial capitalization of $5 billion – which is expected to grow to $120 billion within three to five years – the AEB has been established to provide dedicated funding for African energy projects, including oil, gas and renewable energy. Headquartered in Abuja, Nigeria, the AEB has been established by APPO and pan-African financial institution the African Export-Import Bank.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital & Power.
SOURCE Energy Capital & Power
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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)— As the world marked International Anti-Corruption Day, two of Malawi’s leading governance watchdogs urged national leaders to treat corruption not as a routine governance challenge but as a national emergency requiring urgent, decisive action.
In a joint statement, National Advocacy Platform (NAP) Executive Director Benedicto Kondowe and Civil Society Accountability Taskforce (CSAT) Executive Director Willy Kambwandira stressed that Malawi’s political leadership must convert anti-corruption commitments into tangible reforms that strengthen accountability across all sectors.
“Corruption must be confronted, not accommodated. Accountability must be enforced, not negotiated,” the statement reads, underscoring the urgency with which the two organizations believe Malawi must respond.
NAP and CSAT emphasized that a renewed culture of integrity is possible one anchored in institutions that operate independently and free from fear, political interference, or personal interests.
They also highlighted the critical role of young people, describing them as the “forefront generation capable of demanding and defending transparency,” and essential contributors to building a more accountable Malawi.
The two organizations reaffirmed their commitment to work collaboratively with government bodies, communities, and stakeholders to ensure that Malawi’s anti-corruption pledges become actionable realities.
“Only when commitments become lived realities will Malawi deliver a future where integrity is not aspirational but expected,” the statement adds.
This year’s commemoration is themed at “Uniting with Youth Against Corruption: Shaping Tomorrow’s Integrity”.
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BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The National Advocacy Platform (NAP) and the Centre for Social Accountability and Transparency (CSAT) have marked International Anti-Corruption Day 2025 with a strong appeal for Malawi to translate political commitments into concrete action.
In a statement signed by NAP Chairperson Benedicto Kondowe and CSAT Executive Director Willy Kambwandira, the two organisations warned that corruption remains one of the country’s most severe obstacles to development and urged leaders to match their words with decisive steps that restore public trust.
This year’s commemorations are being observed under the theme “uniting with youth against corruption: shaping tomorrow’s integrity.”
According to NAP and CSAT, the theme reflects a growing demand from young Malawians for honesty, fairness and accountability values the organisations say must shape the country’s future governance systems.
The statement notes that corruption continues to divert public resources, undermine service delivery and weaken democratic institutions.
While acknowledging recent commitments from national leaders, including President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika’s renewed zero tolerance declaration and efforts to revive long stalled cases, NAP and CSAT stress that Malawi can no longer rely on promises alone.
The organisations highlight the need for decisive follow-through on the revived cases, calling for credible investigations and timely, non-selective prosecutions.
They argue that no individual or institution should enjoy protection from accountability and insist that the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) must operate without interference if the country is to make meaningful progress.
NAP and CSAT further emphasise that strengthening the ACB requires more than public statements. They call for full financial independence for the bureau, recruitment of specialised staff and legislative reforms that close loopholes enabling procurement fraud, illicit enrichment, political financing abuses and influence peddling.
They caution that parliament must not undermine anti-corruption efforts, and should exercise its oversight role in good faith, free from partisan motivations.
The statement places particular focus on the role of young people, describing them as essential drivers of a new culture of integrity. NAP and CSAT argue that youth must be empowered to demand transparency, challenge impunity and actively participate in accountability initiatives within their communities and workplaces.
The two organisations urge the ACB to pursue both revived and new cases without fear or favour. They appeal to the executive to respect and protect institutional independence and to the ministry of justice to accelerate reforms that align with global best practices.
They also encourage parliament to uphold accountability rather than shield wrongdoing and call on the judiciary to prioritise corruption cases to ensure timely resolution.
NAP and CSAT conclude by describing corruption as a national emergency that demands strong institutions and unwavering commitment. They stress that Malawi’s anti-corruption promises must translate into a lived reality for citizens, especially the youth who will inherit the consequences of today’s decisions.
The organisations reaffirm their readiness to work with all institutions and communities to support a national shift towards accountability and integrity.
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Ansah rallies Malawians to defend national integrity
LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Malawi’s Vice President Jane Ansah has called for a stronger and more unified national commitment to defeating corruption, stressing that safeguarding integrity is central to restoring the dignity of every citizen.
Delivering remarks at the International Anti-Corruption Day commemoration held at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe, Ansah spoke on behalf of President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika and highlighted that corruption must be confronted not only as a crime, but as a direct attack on human dignity.
She said this year’s theme—placing human dignity at the centre of anti-corruption efforts—resonates with a global push to involve young people in shaping ethical and accountable societies.
With more than 1.8 billion young people across the world, she said, empowering them to reject corruption is crucial for building countries anchored in honesty and fairness.
The Vice President reminded the gathering that every corrupt act deprives ordinary Malawians of essential services such as education, healthcare, and development opportunities.
She urged the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) and the Ministry of Justice to revisit and reform practices in public institutions that compromise fairness and transparency.
Dr Ansah described corruption as a destructive force that weakens democracy, erodes public trust, and steals the future of the nation.
She reaffirmed government’s unwavering commitment to the Zero Tolerance Policy, promising continuous reforms to bolster the ACB’s autonomy, operational strength, and credibility.
Recognising the Bureau’s struggles in recent years, she commended its determination to uphold its independence despite pressures aimed at frustrating its work.
In her message to the nation, Dr Ansah encouraged collective responsibility in combating graft, urging citizens, religious groups, civil society, the media, and development stakeholders to rally behind efforts to build a corruption-free Malawi.
Responding to concerns raised during a panel session, she reminded Malawians that rejecting corruption requires individual bravery, especially when faced with direct temptation.
She encouraged citizens to use their mobile phones to record and report corrupt behaviours, noting that accountability cannot depend solely on the presence of officials or courts.
The Vice President closed her address by calling for courage, vigilance, and a renewed personal commitment from every Malawian to defend the country’s integrity and protect the dignity of its people.
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