The opposition Malawi Congress Party (MCP) has described as unfortunate government’s continued attribution of the country’s economic challenges to foreign conflicts.

Speaking to the media in Lilongwe, senior MCP official Moses Kunkuyu says it is disappointing that key challenges, such as fuel shortages, persist despite the availability of fuel in neighboring countries.

Kunkuyu has also criticized government’s decision to import maize from Zambia, arguing that this places unnecessary strain on foreign exchange reserves when the commodity could be sourced locally.

He has further alleged that the continued use of intermediaries in fuel procurement is exacerbating supply challenges and contributing to persistent shortages.

On agriculture, Kunkuyu has noted that while Malawi relies heavily on tobacco as a primary source of foreign exchange, the opening prices this marketing season, reportedly starting at around $2, are disappointing and do not reflect the levels of benefit previously experienced by Malawians.

He has emphasized that his remarks are not politically motivated, stating that if MCP sought to exploit the perceived shortcomings of DPP, it could have remained silent.

Acoording to Kunkuyu, the party is speaking out in its role as a representative of Malawians, raising concerns over the economic hardships currently facing the population.

(Reported by: Aspolo Mousah, Lilongwe – 22/04/2026)