President Chakwera Must Address Issues of Corruption, Incompetence in His Cabinet to Ensure Political Survival

Malawi: Malawi President Lazarus Chakwera has promised to unveil a lean cabinet this month, and there has been much discussion about what form this cabinet should take.

Journalist Mallick Mnela has offered his thoughts on what President Chakwera should do in order to win public support and ensure the success of his government.

Mnela suggests that President Chakwera should focus on building a cabinet that is competent, capable, and free from corruption.

He believes that the president should choose individuals for his cabinet who will help him achieve impact and results in their respective portfolios, rather than rewarding incompetent or [allegedly/suspected] corrupt party loyalists.

In addition, Mnela argues that the president needs a cabinet that will help him fulfill his campaign promises, change public perception in areas where his government has lost public confidence, and achieve tangible results that he can reference during the campaign period.

Mnela also emphasizes the importance of likeable personalities who appeal to people across party lines, such as Sam Dalitso Kawale, Vera Kamtukule, and Blessings Chinsinga.

Overall, Mnela believes that President Chakwera must take decisive action to address the issues facing his government, including corruption and incompetence, in order to rebuild public trust and ensure the success of his reign.