By Burnett Munthali
The latest findings from the Afrobarometer Round 10 survey indicate that 8 out of every 10 Malawians believe the office of the Vice President should be abolished. The survey results highlight growing public sentiment that the position is either redundant or ineffective in serving the country’s needs.
According to the survey, a significant portion of Malawians feel that resources allocated to the Vice President’s office could be better utilized elsewhere to address pressing issues such as healthcare, education, and economic development. This perspective reflects ongoing frustrations with what some see as a lack of tangible impact from the office in recent years.
The survey’s findings come amid ongoing discussions about government restructuring, with many citizens calling for greater efficiency and accountability within the administration. Some analysts argue that abolishing the Vice President’s office would require a constitutional amendment, a move that could spark significant political debate.
As Malawi continues to face economic challenges and a need for streamlined governance, these survey results may fuel public debate over the country’s political structure and the role of executive offices. Whether the government will act on these views remains uncertain, but the Afrobarometer data sends a strong message about Malawians’ desire for change.
