National Planning Commission (NPC) Director General, Mr. Fredrick Changaya, says Malawi should remain focused on its medium to long-term development goals as it addresses its prevailing economic challenges.
He was speaking on Thursday, October 30th, at the 2025 Economics Association of Malawi (ECAM) Annual Economic Conference, held at Sunbird Nkopola in Mangochi, under the theme “Beyond the Crises: Reshaping the Economy.”
Presenting on the sub-theme “Balancing Fiscal Discipline and Development Aspirations,” Changaya emphasised the importance of national vision and imagination in driving Malawi’s development.
He noted that without a clear vision and deliberate planning, the country risks remaining stagnant despite ongoing fiscal and policy reforms.
He also called for stronger use of evidence in shaping policies, stating that “as economists and policymakers, we must measure what truly matters. Decisions made without proper data and analysis risk misinforming national priorities and policies, leading to undermining growth efforts.”
Changaya urged the government and partners to make better use of available resources through greater coordination and focus on productive investments that directly support Malawi’s development goals.
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