Chief Secretary Urges Stronger Teamwork to Improve Governance

Chief Secretary to the Office of the President and Cabinet Justin Saidi has urged boards and executive management of State-owned enterprises and statutory corporations to strengthen teamwork, saying it is essential for improving governance and achieving Malawi 2063 agenda.

Speaking at the opening of the 2026 Team Building and Corporate Governance Training in Mangochi, Saidi said institutions perform best when boards and management work together with mutual respect, clear roles and a shared commitment to success.

“Government expects State-owned enterprises to strengthen governance, uphold financial discipline, improve institutional performance and safeguard public resources. Leadership should be guided by integrity, professionalism, transparency and teamwork,” he said.

Malawi School of Government director general Professor Lewis Dzimbiri said strong public institutions are critical to delivering essential services and driving the economy.

“These institutions… represent the commanding heights of the economy and their efficient management is crucial. This training will help leaders know each other, share experiences and strengthen their institutions,” he said.

The training has brought together board chairpersons, chief executive officers and executive management of State-owned institutions to strengthen corporate governance, leadership, communication and teamwork.

(Report by Ayamba Kandodo-Correspondent)

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