Malawi Doesnt Have an Independent Debt Management Institution

Malawi Doesnt Have an Independent Debt Management Institution

A new Open Budget Survey 2025 Debt Accountability Module by the International Budget Partnership reveals that Malawi lacks an independent fiscal institution to scrutinise public debt management, leaving Parliament and the public to rely almost entirely on government's own assessment of its borrowing decisions.

Tackling Malawi’s Debt Crisis: Business Strategies for Systemic Change

Key Business Points Malawi faces a severe public debt crisis rooted in weak oversight, demanding urgent reforms to protect economic stability The absence of an independent fiscal watchdog limits transparency, […] The post Tackling Malawi’s Debt Crisis: Business Strategies for Systemic Change appeared first on Business Malawi.

Weak systems deepen Malawi’s debt crisis

Malawi’s deepening public debt crisis is said to be compounded by weak accountability and oversight systems, raising concerns about the country’s ability to manage rising borrowing, according to a new survey. Conducted by The International Budget Partnership, a global partnership of budget analysts, community organisers and advocates, the survey observed that this is despite Malawi having legal and policy frameworks for debt management. Kubalasa…