By Burnett Munthali
UTM President Dalitso Kabambe has outlined his party’s economic vision, emphasizing that the key to stabilizing Malawi’s economy lies in strengthening the mining, agriculture, and tourism sectors.
Kabambe stated that if UTM is elected into government, it will allocate K500 billion to each of these sectors.
He criticized past administrations for making grand promises without implementing tangible solutions to drive economic growth.
Kabambe argued that Malawi’s economy has remained stagnant due to a lack of proper investment in productive sectors.
He noted that mining, agriculture, and tourism are the backbone of many successful economies and should receive strategic investment.
According to Kabambe, the mining sector has vast untapped potential, but previous governments have failed to create an environment conducive to its growth.
He pledged that UTM would introduce policies that attract investors and ensure that Malawians benefit from the country’s natural resources.
On agriculture, Kabambe stressed the need to modernize farming techniques and improve access to markets for local farmers.
He said that UTM would focus on mechanization, irrigation, and value addition to increase agricultural productivity.
Kabambe pointed out that Malawi has enormous tourism potential, but poor infrastructure and inadequate investment have limited its contribution to the economy.
He promised that his government would develop tourism hubs, improve transport networks, and market Malawi as a prime tourist destination.
In addition to sector-specific investments, Kabambe highlighted the importance of decentralization in ensuring effective governance.
He announced that under a UTM-led government, district councils would receive K100 billion each annually.
He explained that this approach would empower local governments to implement development projects tailored to their communities’ needs.
Kabambe further clarified that Capital Hill would only retain funds necessary for monitoring and evaluation.
He argued that most development work happens at the district level and that local councils should have financial autonomy to drive progress.
Kabambe concluded by assuring Malawians that UTM’s policies are designed to create jobs, boost economic growth, and improve livelihoods.
He urged citizens to support the party’s vision, emphasizing that decisive action is needed to transform the country’s economic landscape.
