When will Mutharika reinstitute Parastatal boards amid fears of corruption breeding?

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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-As of November 20, 2025, most of Malawi’s parastatal boards remain vacant, more than six weeks after the government dissolved all previous boards.

The Office of the President and Cabinet (OPC) announced the dissolution of all boards of parastatal organisations and state-owned enterprises (SOEs) on October 7, 2025, with immediate effect.

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When contacted on the appointments delay, President Peter Mutharika’s Press Secretary Cathy Maulidi referred The Maravi Post to Chief Secretary arguing that, “The State House is the last slot to comment as it starts from Chief Secretary”.

Chief Secretary to Malawi government Justin Saidi acknowledged the delay.

Saidi however cited complications in the appointment process as the reason for the delay in filling the vacancies.

He therefore assured that the reconstitution of boards is underway, though no comprehensive list of new appointees has been released to date.

The absence of functioning boards has created a governance vacuum, raising concerns among experts about potential risks and the concentration of power in the hands of SOE executives.

During this period, all matters requiring the attention of boards are being directed to the OPC through the Department of Statutory Corporations.

The Department has also suspended all ongoing and planned recruitments and major procurements across all parastatals to prevent irregularities during the transitional period.

Since the dissolution, the only notable appointment announced has been that of Felix Tambulasi as Commissioner General of the Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA).

However, Tambulasi’s appointment is an executive position and does not address the vacancies at board level.

Governance experts warn that prolonged vacancies could hinder decision-making, delay critical projects, and increase administrative bottlenecks within state-owned enterprises.

Some observers have urged the government to expedite the appointment process to restore proper oversight and accountability in parastatals.

The government maintains that once the process is complete, new boards will be equipped to provide effective governance and ensure transparency in operations.

As the appointment process continues, stakeholders remain keenly monitoring developments to gauge how soon Malawi’s parastatals will regain functional leadership.

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Malawi’s Flames edge Lesotho as Pasuwa’s tactical discipline pays off

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BLOEMFONTEIN-(MaraviPost)-Malawi’s 1–0 win over Lesotho in Bloemfontein carried the calm weight of a team slowly coming into its own.

It was not a match full of spectacle but one that hinted at a deeper shift in how the Flames approach high-pressure situations especially against a side they had not beaten since 2009.

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From the opening whistle, Malawi displayed a sense of purpose that had been missing in earlier outings.

The early tempo, sharper and more controlled than the weekend draw, suggested a team determined to rewrite its narrative.

The breakthrough arrived in the 25th minute. Mayele Malango, positioned with precision, finished off a well-constructed move after receiving a neat pass from Lloyd Aaron.

The play itself began with an intelligent attacking contribution from Babatunde Adepoju, whose ability to hold up and release the ball under pressure created the opening. It was a goal rooted in structure, not improvisation.

While the goal offered Malawi the lead they needed, the performance that followed was equally telling.

The makeshift back-three forced by injuries performed with unexpected cohesion, closing spaces quickly and denying Lesotho clear opportunities.

After the match, Flames head coach Kalisto Pasuwa shed more light on the tactical decisions behind the victory.

He revealed that he intentionally avoided introducing players like Uchizi Vunga and Andrew Joseph, despite having them available.

Pasuwa explained that because the team was leading, he did not want to risk disrupting the rhythm or face criticism had the result slipped away after their introduction.

According to Pasuwa, even though he had already made five changes to his usual starting lineup, the priority was to secure the win.

He acknowledged that integrating fresh players while protecting a narrow lead can bring scrutiny, especially in a match that held symbolic importance for the team.

This kind of calculated decision-making marked a shift in how the technical panel manages games.

Instead of reacting impulsively, the Flames approached the second half with strategic composure slowing the tempo when needed, tightening defensive lines and maintaining discipline in midfield.

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Former information Minister Kunkuyu calls for Dr Bobe’s burial suspension

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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The former information minister and legislator for Dedza Moses Kunkuyu has urged President Peter Mutharika’s government to halt the burial of Dr. Victoria Bobe until all investigations into her death are thoroughly completed.

Kunkuyu expressed concern in Parliament that scheduling the burial for tomorrow may compromise crucial forensic processes needed to establish the truth behind her killing.

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Responding to the concerns, Minister of Homeland Security Peter Mkhitho said he is expecting an update on Tuesday evening from both the police and medical teams handling the case.

The discussion was initiated by Blantyre Soche MP Fredo Kalua, who pressed the minister to act swiftly and ensure full transparency in the ongoing inquiry.

Dr Bobe, who worked for Queens Elizabeth Central Hospital in Blantyre was brutally murdered in her house on Monday night by unknown assailants.

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Former Senior Police Officers released on bail over MK1.3 billion extortion allegations

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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Senior Resident Magistrate Assunta Maxwell has granted bail to former Deputy Inspector General of Police (Operations) Ackis Muwanga and former Crime Superintendent Laudon Nthinda.

The two former officers were arrested last week in connection with allegations of extorting K1.3 billion from three businesspersons.

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Each has been ordered to pay a MK1 million cash bond and provide two sureties, each bonded at MK2 million.

In addition to the financial conditions, the court mandated that Muwanga and Nthinda surrender their travel documents, seek court approval before leaving the country, and report to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) every two weeks.

The State had requested that the court continue detaining the suspects for 14 days, citing concerns that they might interfere with investigations or attempt to flee.

However, the court ruled that the State had failed to provide sufficient evidence to justify continued detention.

The bail decision allows the former senior police officials to await trial outside of custody while complying with strict conditions intended to ensure their availability for ongoing investigations.

The case continues to attract attention given the high-profile nature of the suspects and the large sum involved, highlighting concerns over corruption and accountability within Malawi’s law enforcement agencies.

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Former Senior Police Officers released on bail over MK1.3 billion extortion allegations

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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Senior Resident Magistrate Assunta Maxwell has granted bail to former Deputy Inspector General of Police (Operations) Ackis Muwanga and former Crime Superintendent Laudon Nthinda.

The two former officers were arrested last week in connection with allegations of extorting K1.3 billion from three businesspersons.

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Each has been ordered to pay a MK1 million cash bond and provide two sureties, each bonded at MK2 million.

In addition to the financial conditions, the court mandated that Muwanga and Nthinda surrender their travel documents, seek court approval before leaving the country, and report to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) every two weeks.

The State had requested that the court continue detaining the suspects for 14 days, citing concerns that they might interfere with investigations or attempt to flee.

However, the court ruled that the State had failed to provide sufficient evidence to justify continued detention.

The bail decision allows the former senior police officials to await trial outside of custody while complying with strict conditions intended to ensure their availability for ongoing investigations.

The case continues to attract attention given the high-profile nature of the suspects and the large sum involved, highlighting concerns over corruption and accountability within Malawi’s law enforcement agencies.

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Malawi Supreme Court confirms business tycoon Thomson Mpinganjira’s freedom

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BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The country’s Supreme Court of Appeal has formally confirmed business tycoon Thomson Mpinganjira’s case withdrawal and appeal removal.

This means the business tycoon is officially a free man from any criminal charges.

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Mpinganjira appealed to the Supreme Court on September 10, 2021 conviction for offering advantages to public officers.

He was however subsequently released on bail in 2022 pending the determination of his appeal before the Supreme Court.

The withdrawal came after former President Lazarus Chakwera exercised his constitutional powers to grant Mpinganjira a presidential pardon during the country’s 61st Independence Day celebrations.

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