Ben Malunga Phiri

Ben Malunga Phiri

politician Malawi

Ben Malunga Phiri is the Minister of Local Government and Rural Development in Malawi, who recently garnered attention for his strong stance against corruption within the Fertiliser Input Subsidy Programme (FISP), following revelations that numerous civil servants are under investigation for fraud and malpractice related to the program.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
345,722
Power
139$
Sentiment
7.67
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Malawi 3 7.67 1.81% +0% 19,129,952 345,722 $7,700 139$
Totals 3 19,129,952 345,722 $7,700 139$
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Recent Mentions

Malawi Malawi: Minister Dr. Ben Malunga Phiri was defended by the Ministry of Local Government against claims he misquoted regarding civil servants' duty stations. 7

Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication: Government Moves to Contain Fallout, Defends Phiri on Civil Servants’ Duty Stations - Malawi Nyasa Times

Malawi Malawi: Minister Ben Malunga Phiri has issued an uncompromising warning to corrupt officials and contractors across Malawi’s local councils. 9

Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication: Minister Ben Phiri Declares War on Corruption in All Local Councils - Malawi Nyasa Times

Malawi Malawi: Dr Ben Malunga Phiri emphasized the need for collaboration, exploring innovative solutions and networking among local authorities. 7

Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication: MALGA holds Annual General Assembly, validates 2025-2030 Strategic Plan - Malawi Nyasa Times

Malawi Malawi: Dr. Ben Malunga Phiri is the Minister of Local Government and Rural Development who stated that his ministry will not tolerate corruption. 8

Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication: 3800 Civil Servants Under Probe in Explosive FISP Corruption Scandal - Malawi Nyasa Times