{"id":61023,"date":"2024-05-12T15:31:00","date_gmt":"2024-05-12T15:31:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/malawi\/all-news\/report-says-malawis-corruption-fight-weakens-terribly-what-is-the-problem-and-who-is-to-blame"},"modified":"2024-05-12T15:31:00","modified_gmt":"2024-05-12T15:31:00","slug":"report-says-malawis-corruption-fight-weakens-terribly-what-is-the-problem-and-who-is-to-blame","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/malawi\/all-news\/report-says-malawis-corruption-fight-weakens-terribly-what-is-the-problem-and-who-is-to-blame","title":{"rendered":"Report says Malawi\u2019s corruption fight weakens terribly: What is the problem and who is to blame?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Malawi. <\/strong><\/span>Transparency International, which rates how countries fight corruption, has said Malawi\u2019s stance in fighting corruption has weakened significantly in the past ten years with data showing that in 2012 the country scored 37 points, but during the 10 years under review it has fallen by three points, scoring 34 and eventually landing on position 115 of the 180 countries assessed.<\/p>\n

Unfortunately, there is hardly consensus between various players in the country as to why Malawi is coming out this depressing\u2014a situation which shrinks the country in the sea of hopelessness.<\/p>\n

Integrity Platform national coordinator Jeff Kabondo, whose institution works with TI in gathering input for the index, said it appears the biggest problem relates to weak justice systems.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur justice system remains challenged to deal with cases of corruption. We need to seriously invest in our justice systems and ensure that they are insulated from any undue interference. Further, we must address the issue of impunity for corruption,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Human Rights Defenders Coalition chairperson Gift Trapence, who chairs the platform, said to fight corruption, Malawi needs systematic reforms in all aspects in preventing corruption, especially in procurement.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe passing of NGO law was problematic because it has some sections that limit the civic space. A majority of Malawians find it so difficult to access the courts including access to lawyers. We have a back-log of cases awaiting trial,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

While noting strides in strengthening the fight against organised corruption, including the establishment of the Financial Crimes Division of the High Court of Malawi, Youth and Society executive director Charles Kajoloweka said the corruption fight in the country is \u201cbecoming more frustrating\u201d.<\/p>\n

He said: \u201cThe last 18 months have been marred by corruption and hypocrisy marked by relentless attacks on the independence and integrity of law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n

\u201cSelective justice marked by dubious amnesty and discontinuance of some prominent cases continues to send a conflicting picture about the country\u2019s commitment in the fight against corruption. The public confidence in the law enforcement and justice system has also plummeted.\u201d<\/p>\n

In a separate interview, Centre for Social Accountability and Transparency executive director Willy Kambwandira said corruption has found fertile ground to blossom.<\/p>\n

He urged the need to change the law on the appointment of the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) director-general.<\/p>\n

\u201cCitizens also have to wake up and start demanding accountability. The Judiciary too must be subjected to accountability,\u201d said Kambwandira.<\/p>\n

Minister of Justice Titus Mvalo, while admitting that progress of corruption cases has been less impressive, said they increased the capacity on prosecution by roping more experienced prosecutors in State prosecuting teams.<\/p>\n

In an interview, he said: \u201cWe admit that there has been less than impressive disposal of corruption cases. But from us, we are increasing capacity on prosecution by bringing in experienced prosecutors such as Kamudoni Nyasulu, Brigadier General George Liwimbi and Enock Chibwana.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs prosecution, we do move courts to hear the cases, but the defence always comes up with delaying tactics. I have been a lawyer and I know a court can make rulings on objections from defence without adjournments that cause delays. I hope courts will also assist.\u201d<\/p>\n

The minister also conceded that investigations were taking too long and needed improvement.<\/p>\n

\u201cLet me be honest, we have unfortunate lapses in investigations of cases for all investigators where sometimes cases drag in court because investigators take two years to bring evidence which is not on,\u201d said Mvalo.<\/p>\n

Recently, an Afrobarometer survey \u2018Amid rising corruption, most Africans say they risk retaliation if they speak up\u2019 showed that 78 percent of Malawians are scared to report or speak out on suspected cases of corruption for fear of the consequences.<\/p>\n

And in their 2023 paper on \u2018Implications of corruption on public administration in Malawi\u2019, ACB acting chief corruption prevention officer Susan Mtuwa and Malawi School of Government head Professor Asiyati Chiweza noted that for one to access public sector services in Malawi, a bribe or an inducement must be given.<\/p>\n

Malawi was on position 129 in 2020 with 30 points before climbing 19 places in 2021 to position 110 with 35 points.<\/p>\n

It moved to 34 points in 2022, maintaining position 110, but with the same points, it has slipped to position 115 in 2023.<\/p>\n

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