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Malawi Utility Board Delivers Verdict on Chihana's Conduct

1 report, 1 independent Updated Wed 00:00
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What happened

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The board of directors delivered a verdict regarding the conduct of Chihana on October 7, 2026. This follows his dismissal on October 5, after disciplinary proceedings for alleged misconduct, which he did not attend. The Blantyre Water Board subsequently hired Henry Bakuwa as the new chief executive.

From nyasatimes.com

Why it matters

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The leadership change at the utility comes amid controversy, as the new CEO, Henry Bakuwa, was previously placed on forced leave in 2022 while investigators probed a missing K600 million from a bank account. Bakuwa had previously alleged that politicians received payments from that account.

From nyasatimes.com

Who's involved

  • board of directorsGoverning body that delivered the verdict on Chihana's conduct
  • ChihanaFormer CEO of the Blantyre Water Board who was dismissed for alleged misconduct
  • MalawiSovereign state where the utility and the leadership changes are occurring

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • MalawiSpeculative

    The instability in utility leadership might affect local investment confidence in Malawi.

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Coverage

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