The inquiry into the controversial Amaryllis Hotel purchase remains incomplete, with Parliament now awaiting a report that could take weeks to finalize.
First Deputy Speaker Victor Musowa said precision must take priority over speed.
The report, initially expected last week, was postponed, raising questions about when Parliament will finally review it.
Francis Belekanyama, Member of Parliament for Lilongwe Msinja, pressed for clarity on the timeline.
“For the trust and credibility of this House, your office said it would come with a report. When is it coming?” he asked, highlighting concerns from his constituents.
Musowa explained that the committee is still consulting on critical matters and cautioned against rushing the process.
“There is nothing to rush when fighting corruption, we must get the information right,” he said.Government officials also stressed the need for thoroughness.
Leader of the House Jappie Mhango noted that key figures mentioned in the inquiry have yet to appear before the committee, and some have not submitted statements.
“We don’t want a report that leaves gaps; every step must be completed before it is presented to Parliament,” he said. The delays reflect lessons from past investigations, Mhango added, pointing to the financial and procedural costs of inconclusive inquiries.
Parliamentarians emphasized that the report must meet all legal requirements before public disclosure.
Belekanyama and other MPs insisted that citizens deserve accountability, urging a clear timetable for the report’s presentation in the House.
The uncertainty has sparked calls from civil society for transparency in government oversight.
Musowa reiterated that patience is essential.
“No one, including myself, would stop a Public Accounts Committee report from coming to this House,” he said, signaling that the inquiry will proceed once all facts are verified.
