The Malawi Government has dismissed allegations of corruption, nepotism and poor economic management levelled against President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika’s administration by UTM Party President Dr. Dalitso Kabambe.
The allegations were made by Kabambe during a recent radio interview, prompting the government to defend its economic performance and challenge the UTM leader to provide evidence to support his claims.
Minister of Information and Communications Technology Dr. Shadric Namalomba said the Mutharika administration had made significant progress towards economic recovery since assuming office in 2025.
Namalomba cited a reduction in the fiscal deficit from 12.5 percent to 9 percent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP), describing the development as evidence of progress in the government’s efforts to improve the country’s economic situation.
He also pointed to a decline in annual inflation from 28.7 percent in September 2025 to 20 percent in August 2026, saying the figures demonstrated progress in addressing economic challenges.
On allegations of corruption and nepotism, Namalomba challenged Kabambe to submit any evidence he may have to the relevant authorities for investigation.
The minister maintained that the government was committed to addressing the country’s economic and governance challenges, some of which he said had developed over several years before Mutharika returned to office.
The exchange highlights growing political differences between the government and opposition over the country’s economic performance, accountability and the measures being taken to improve the welfare of Malawians.
While the government maintains that key economic indicators are showing signs of improvement, concerns over the cost of living, public accountability and the effectiveness of economic policies remain important issues in the national debate.
The government’s response places the responsibility on Kabambe to substantiate his allegations, while the claims and the government’s defence are likely to remain part of the wider political discussion on Malawi’s economic recovery and governance.
