Minister vindicates Usi by acknowledging corruption’s existence in government

Minister of Information and Digitalisation, Moses Kunkuyu, who also serves as the Chief Government Spokesperson, has openly acknowledged the presence of corruption within the government, describing it as a long-standing national challenge that requires a united approach to address.

Kunkuyu’s remarks followed recent political exchanges sparked by comments from Vice President Michael Usi, who alleged rampant corruption in government. 

Malawi Congress Party (MCP) publicist Jessie Kabwila had dismissed Usi’s claims during a press conference, insisting that government operations were free of wrongdoing.

However, speaking to the media, Kunkuyu clarified that while corruption does exist, it is not a phenomenon unique to the current administration. He stressed the importance of cross-party collaboration in tackling the issue.

“Corruption is a reality in this country. It has been here for years, and it is everyone’s responsibility to fight it,” Kunkuyu said.

Political analyst Thomas Chirwa weighed in on the matter, cautioning Kabwila against making pronouncements on government affairs when there is an appointed spokesperson.

“Kabwila entered a room that wasn’t hers. She defended the government by denying corruption, only for the official spokesperson to admit it exists,” Chirwa noted.

The vice president has become a threat to the Malawi Congress Party, MCP, when he started mentioning corruption happening in the government.