YAS expresses concern over the rising cases of corruption in Malawi

By Chisomo Phiri

A human rights watchdog,Youth and Society (YAS), has expressed concern over the escalating cases of corruption in the country.

Speaking during a stakeholders’ dialogue on anti-corruption in Mchinji, YAS Project Officer Jane Chibisa emphasized the need for collective action to address this growing concern.

The dialogue, held under the initiative “Bolstering Citizen8 Action Against Corruption,” aimed to provide a solution-focused platform for stakeholders to discuss challenges, opportunities, and solutions in tackling corruption.

Jane Chibisa



On her part, Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) Chief Prevention Officer Susan Phiri urged participants to champion the National Anti-Corruption Strategy that promotes culture of integrity.

“Everyone must take part in the fight against corruption. It is not just the responsibility of YAS or ACB,” she stressed.

Mchinji District Council Youth Officer Mouldrich Shema welcomed the engagement, citing its timeliness.

Through the initiative, YAS is engaging community leaders, civil society organizations, and government officials to provide a platform for discussing challenges and improving public service delivery.