By Burnett Munthali
UTM Party leader Dalitso Kabambe has declared that once he assumes office in September this year, Malawi’s struggling economy will begin to stabilize and inflationary pressures will subside significantly.
Speaking at a political rally held at Nswaswa ground in Zomba, Kabambe assured the crowd that the cost of living will go down under his leadership, as his administration will pursue aggressive economic recovery strategies.
Kabambe told residents of Zomba to expect rapid and visible development in their region, emphasizing that his government will allocate K100 billion annually for infrastructure and social development initiatives.
He said the proposed funds would be channeled towards resolving long-standing challenges such as poor road networks, inadequate school infrastructure, and under-resourced health facilities.
The UTM leader underscored that his development blueprint is community-centered and would directly respond to the daily struggles faced by ordinary Malawians.
Kabambe also announced a bold agricultural transformation agenda, pledging to inject K500 billion into the sector with a specific focus on irrigation farming.
He explained that the massive investment in irrigation is intended to ensure that farmers are no longer limited to single-season cultivation, but can grow crops multiple times a year to boost food security and rural incomes.
Furthermore, Kabambe pledged to prioritize industrialization by promoting the establishment of local factories to process agricultural produce and other raw materials within Malawi.
He emphasized that developing agro-processing industries will create jobs, add value to Malawi’s exports, and reduce the nation’s dependence on imports.
Kabambe’s statements come at a time when the country is grappling with high unemployment, a soaring cost of living, and widespread public dissatisfaction with the current government’s performance.
As the September elections draw near, Kabambe’s policy proposals are likely to stir debate and set the tone for an election campaign centered on economic competence and development priorities.
Whether his ambitious promises will sway voters remains to be seen, but his focus on practical issues such as agriculture, infrastructure, and job creation resonates with the everyday struggles of many Malawians.
With bold figures such as K100 billion for development and K500 billion for agriculture on the table, Kabambe is positioning himself as a transformative leader ready to reset the nation’s trajectory.
Only time—and the ballot box—will determine whether Malawians believe he can deliver on these sweeping pledges.
