Ben Malunga Phiri
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.
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Minister of Local Government Dr. Ben Malunga Phiri disclosed the development on Wednesday during a press briefing.
Reformed CDF to Roll Out in July 2026 as Government Unveils New Accountability Measures - Malawi Nyasa Times
Malawi· 2026-05-27
Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Dr Ben Malunga Phiri, coordinated with the Japanese Ambassador and UN Resident Coordinator.
APM Ministers in Action: Driving Malawi’s Growth from Capital Hill to the World Stage - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-02-11
Minister Dr. Ben Malunga Phiri was defended by the Ministry of Local Government against claims he misquoted regarding civil servants' duty stations.
Government Moves to Contain Fallout, Defends Phiri on Civil Servants’ Duty Stations - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-01-31
Dr. Ben Malunga Phiri is the Minister of Local Government and Rural Development who flanked Chipungu during the press conference.
New Sheriff in Town: Minister Chipungu Hits the Ground Running, Issues Bold Warning Against ‘Politically-Induced’ Land Grabbing - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-01-13
Minister Ben Malunga Phiri has issued an uncompromising warning to corrupt officials and contractors across Malawi’s local councils.
Minister Ben Phiri Declares War on Corruption in All Local Councils - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-01-13
Dr Ben Malunga Phiri emphasized the need for collaboration, exploring innovative solutions and networking among local authorities.
MALGA holds Annual General Assembly, validates 2025-2030 Strategic Plan - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-12-17
Dr. Ben Malunga Phiri is the Minister of Local Government and Rural Development who stated that his ministry will not tolerate corruption.
3800 Civil Servants Under Probe in Explosive FISP Corruption Scandal - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-12-04