Today, the Economics Association of Malawi (ECAMA) appeared before the Budget Committee of Parliament to deliver an independent briefing on the half-year state of the economy.
Led by its President, Dr. Bertha Bangara Chikadza, the Executive Director, Dr. Esmie Koriheya Kanyumbu and Senior Economist Mr. Lucious Pawa, the team shared a comprehensive assessment covering real economic growth, fiscal and monetary developments, foreign-exchange challenges, stock-market performance and the effects of tax measures introduced in late 2025 and early 2026. The presentation highlighted both the progress made in areas such as fiscal consolidation and declining inflation, as well as the persistent structural constraints that continue to weigh on the economy. ECAMA also offered practical, forward-looking recommendations focused on export diversification, stronger fiscal discipline, better organisation of high-potential sectors and measures to deepen the capital market.
ECAMA is grateful to the Committee for the invitation and remain committed to contributing evidence-based analysis that supports informed policy dialogue and sustainable economic progress for all Malawians.
