Vice-President Jane Ansah has assured the private sector that government will strengthen structured consultations before introducing new policies, as part of efforts to enhance stability and boost investor confidence.
Ansah made the remarks in Mangochi when she officially opened the 2026 Malawi Confederation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry (MCCCI) Lakeshore Business Leaders’ Summit.
She said government is aware of concerns raised by the private sector regarding policy inconsistency and overlapping regulations, adding that these issues are being taken seriously.
“We have heard the concerns from the private sector: policy inconsistency, fragmented regulations, and high costs of compliance. These concerns are valid and they must be addressed,” she said.
The Vice-President further said government will work to harmonise regulations and introduce clear implementation timelines to reduce uncertainty in the business environment, stressing that policy predictability remains key to attracting investment and supporting economic growth.
Ansah also emphasized the importance of a strong and competitive private sector, noting that it plays a critical role in driving economic resilience and sustainable development.
She reaffirmed government’s commitment to enhancing dialogue with business stakeholders in order to build trust, improve coordination, and support broader economic transformation.
MCCCI President Wisely Phiri, in his remarks, called for stronger leadership and accountability, saying Malawi must move from policy discussions to practical implementation if it is to achieve meaningful economic transformation.
He said at 62 years of independence, the country requires urgent commitment to reform and alignment with long-term development frameworks such as Agenda 2063.
Phiri further stressed that transparency and timely access to information on government decisions are essential in strengthening trust between the public and private sectors.
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