Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation and Water Development

07/06/2026

DEATH ANNOUNCEMENT

The Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation and Water Development is deeply saddened by the untimely passing of Madam Emma Mary Mbalame, the Director of Water Supply, who passed away on 6th June 2026.

On behalf of the Minister, the Principal Secretaries, management and all members of staff, we extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, relatives, friends, and all those who had the privilege of working with her during this difficult time.

Madam Mbalame was a distinguished public servant whose dedication, professionalism and unwavering commitment to the development of Malawi's water sector earned her the respect and admiration of colleagues, stakeholders, and communities across the country.

Throughout her career, she provided exemplary leadership and played a pivotal role in advancing access to safe and sustainable water services, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of many Malawians.

Her passing is a great loss not only to the Ministry but also to the entire public service.

We will remember her for her wisdom, humility, hard work, and passion for serving the nation.

May her soul rest in eternal peace.

04/06/2026

Minister calls for stronger private sector participation

Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Water Development, Honourable Roza Fatch Mbilizi, has called for stronger private sector participation to drive Malawi's agricultural transformation agenda.

Speaking at the close of the African Union Commission (AUC)-DARBE 100-Day Rolling Plan engagement in Lilongwe, Mbilizi said government alone cannot achieve the goals outlined in the CAADP Kampala Strategy 2026–2035.

She emphasized the need for collaboration among government institutions, development partners, the private sector and other stakeholders to unlock the full potential of the agriculture sector.

Mbilizi said agricultural commercialization remains key to achieving inclusive economic growth, adding that increased private sector investment is essential for modernizing agriculture and creating jobs.

The Minister reaffirmed Malawi's commitment to working with the African Union Commission and partners to implement the priorities agreed upon during the three-day engagement.

She also urged stakeholders to maintain the momentum generated during the discussions, stressing that success will depend on effective implementation and coordination of agreed actions.

Mbilizi thanked the African Union for selecting Malawi as the first country in SADC to operationalize the AUC-DARBE 100-Day Rolling Plan under the CAADP Kampala Strategy 2026–2035, describing it as a significant step towards achieving food security, economic growth and resilient agricultural systems.

In his remarks, African Union Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment, Moses Vilakati, has praised Malawi's commitment to advancing agricultural transformation under the CAADP Kampala Strategy 2026–2035.

He said the country's efforts are aligned with the African Union's goal of strengthening food security across the continent.

Vilakati highlighted Malawi's focus on key areas such as soil health, improved seed systems, fertilizer access and irrigation development, describing them as critical drivers of agricultural growth and resilience.

He further called for stronger collaboration among governments, development partners and the private sector, saying coordinated action and investment are essential for achieving Africa's agricultural transformation agenda and ensuring food security for all.

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03/06/2026

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03/06/2026

WFP Country Director meets Minister of Agriculture to discuss El Niño preparedness

The World Food Programme (WFP) Country Director, Dr Hyoung-joon Lim, Wednesday paid a courtesy call on the Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Water Development, Honourable Roza Fatch Mbilizi, to discuss preparations for the anticipated El Niño weather conditions and WFP’s planned support towards strengthening food security.

During the meeting, Dr Lim emphasised the importance of taking early action to minimise the impact of El Niño.

He said that preparedness measures are more effective and less costly than responding after damage has already occurred.

He also reaffirmed WFP’s commitment to working closely with the Government and expressed the organisation’s readiness to support logistics and food distribution efforts where necessary.

Dr Lim further noted that promoting long-term food security remains a key priority for WFP and welcomed the progress being made in improving household food availability across the country.

In her remarks, Honourable Roza Fatch Mbilizi thanked WFP for its continued support and timely interventions.

She stressed the need to focus on implementation and ensure that planned activities are carried out within the stipulated timeframe.

The Minister noted that El Niño poses a significant threat and called for strong collaboration and early planning to help the country prepare for potential challenges.

She assured WFP that the Government is working to ensure that farmers receive the necessary information and support to prepare for the expected weather conditions.

The Minister also highlighted the importance of promoting investment in agriculture and fostering partnerships between large-scale investors and smallholder farmers to increase agricultural production and strengthen national food security.

02/06/2026

Government advances water sector reforms through new regulatory framework

Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Water Development Roza Fatch Mbilizi says Malawi has intensified efforts to modernise its water and sanitation sector through a series of reforms, including the establishment of a Water Supply and Sanitation Regulatory Framework aimed at strengthening governance, improving accountability and ensuring sustainable service delivery across the country.

Mbilizi made the remarks on Tuesday at Sunbird Capital Hotel in Lilongwe during the official opening of a Water Supply and Sanitation Regulation Training attended by representatives from government institutions, water boards, development partners, civil society organisations and legislators.

The minister said the reforms form part of Government's broader agenda to improve the quality and accessibility of water and sanitation services for Malawians.

She added that the initiatives are being implemented through the Malawi Water and Sanitation Project-1 and other sector programmes designed to transform the country's water and sanitation landscape.

"Among these interventions, one of the most significant is the establishment of the Water Supply and Sanitation Regulatory Framework," said Mbilizi, describing it as a critical step towards strengthening institutions and accelerating service delivery.

The Minister said Government has already made notable progress, including the signing of the Presidential WASH Compact by President Professor Peter Arthur Mutharika, which provides a roadmap for addressing water, sanitation and hygiene challenges over the next five years.

According to Mbilizi, the increasing complexity of service provision, growing investment demands and rising consumer expectations have made it necessary to establish an independent regulatory system capable of promoting efficiency, protecting consumers and holding service providers accountable.

She said the training would equip stakeholders with practical knowledge on regulatory governance, licensing, tariff setting, compliance monitoring and consumer protection, while helping build a shared understanding of the regulatory framework.

In her remarks, Executive Director of the Eastern and Southern Africa Water and Sanitation Regulators Association (ESAWAS), Yvonne Magawa, pledged the organisation's support towards Malawi's plans to establish an independent regulator for the water supply and sanitation sector.

"We are here to support you in that aspiration and help chart the way forward towards the realisation of this regulation through this training," said Magawa.

She noted that Malawi has a unique opportunity to learn from the experiences of other African countries that have already established regulatory institutions.

Magawa said delegates at a recent African regulators conference attended by representatives from 39 countries encouraged Malawi to draw lessons from both the successes and challenges encountered elsewhere rather than reinventing the wheel.

01/06/2026

Malawi chosen to pilot African Union agricultural Transformation Programme

Malawi has been selected as one of the African Union's strategic pilot countries for the implementation of a new agricultural transformation initiative aimed at accelerating food security, increasing agricultural productivity and reducing dependence on food imports across the continent.

African Union Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment, Moses Vilakati, announced the development on Monday during a courtesy call to Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Water Development, Roza Fatch Mbilizi, at the ministry's conference room in Lilongwe.

Vilakati said Malawi's agricultural potential and its strategic role in regional food security made it an ideal entry point for the implementation of the African Union Commission's 100-Day Rolling Plan under the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Kampala Strategy 2026–2035.

"As we move into the implementation phase of the plan, we have identified a few countries for a pilot programme. Given Malawi's agricultural potential and the importance of staple crops to national and regional food security, Malawi has been chosen as one of the strategic entry points in the SADC region," said Vilakati.

He further disclosed that Malawi is the first country on the continent to engage nationally on the implementation of the 100-Day Rolling Plan, underscoring the country's importance in the African Union's efforts to accelerate agricultural transformation.

Vilakati noted that despite Africa possessing abundant land and water resources, more than 300 million people remain food insecure, while the continent spends over US$100 billion annually on food imports.

"It is in recognition of these challenges that under CAADP we have committed ourselves to increasing agricultural output by 45 percent, mobilising US$100 billion in investment, reducing post-harvest losses by 50 percent and ending hunger in Africa by 2035," he said.

The Commissioner said the AU mission is in Malawi to jointly identify practical interventions that can rapidly increase agricultural productivity and improve food systems. Priority areas include soil health management, seed systems development, fertilizer production and distribution, irrigation expansion, fisheries development, investment mobilisation and youth employment creation.

In her remarks, Mbilizi welcomed Malawi's selection as one of the strategic countries for the continental initiative, describing it as a vote of confidence in the country's agricultural potential and commitment to transformation.

"On behalf of the Government and the people of Malawi, I wish to sincerely thank the African Union Commission for selecting Malawi as one of the strategic countries for this continental initiative.We are honoured by this gesture and reaffirm our commitment to working closely with the African Union and all stakeholders in advancing Africa's agricultural transformation agenda," she said.

Mbilizi said the government's priorities align closely with the AU 100-Day Rolling Plan, particularly in the areas of soil health management, fertilizer systems, seed systems development, irrigation expansion and agricultural value chain transformation.

She said government is prioritising irrigation development to strengthen resilience against climate change and reduce dependence on rain-fed agriculture while promoting private sector participation in agricultural development and government is promoting private sector participation, mechanisation partnerships with local institutions, investment in fertilizer production and strengthening of agricultural markets and value addition.

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