Christopher Mbukwa

Christopher Mbukwa

economist Malawi

Christopher Mbukwa is an economist and a lecturer at Mzuzu University in Malawi. He is known for his expertise in decentralisation and development economics, often advocating for policies that empower local communities. Recently, he commented on the Democratic Progressive Party's plan to allocate K5 billion annually to each constituency, highlighting its potential as a significant advancement in decentralised governance, provided that effective guidelines are established to ensure accountability and transparency.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
2 wks
Reach
402,736
Power
162$
Sentiment
4.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Malawi 4 4.00 1.75% +20% 19,129,952 402,736 $7,700 162$
Totals 4 19,129,952 402,736 $7,700 162$
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Recent Mentions

Malawi Malawi: Mzuzu University economist Christopher Mbukwa also observed that the budget, while appearing pro-poor, has prioritised spending that does not contribute to production in the short term. 3

Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication: State House Feasts as Malawians Struggle - Malawi Nyasa Times

Malawi Malawi: Economist and Mzuzu University lecturer Christopher Mbukwa says the plan is 'a good development for decentralisation' as long as clear guidelines are established. 7

Nyasa Times – popular Malawian online publication: DPP’s K5 Billion Per Constituency Plan: A Bold Step Toward Real Decentralisation - Malawi Nyasa Times