Justin Adack Saidi
Dr. Justin Adack Saidi is a prominent Malawian civil servant who serves as the Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet. He plays a crucial role in the administration by overseeing the operations of the executive branch of government and facilitating communication between the president and various government agencies. Recently, he was in the news for signing the formal letter that re-assigned Escom CEO Kamkwamba Kumwenda to a lecturer position at the Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences, sparking discussions about leadership stability and political motivations within the public sector.
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The minister also recognized Chief Secretary to the Government Dr. Justin Adack Saidi for their roles in driving the transformation process.
Malawi Launches New Agency to Streamline Company and Intellectual Property Registration - Malawi Nyasa Times
Malawi· 2026-05-29
Dr Justin Adack Saidi praised the Government of Zimbabwe for the timely assistance.
Zimbabwe Shows True Friendship, Donates 370 Tonnes of Maize to Malawi - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-02-10
Dr Justin Adack Saidi has appealed for additional food and humanitarian assistance after the government confirmed a K71 billion funding shortfall in its disaster relief response.
Malawi Faces K71 Billion Disaster Relief Shortfall as Zimbabwe Donates Supplies - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-01-28
Justin Adack Saidi has challenged stakeholders to take a more proactive role in addressing climate-induced disasters and accelerating global climate action.
Government Challenges COP30 Stakeholders to Support Climate Action - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-01-27Dr Justin Adack Saidi has commended the Chinese Chamber of Commerce for donating K100 million towards the 2025–2026 Lean Season Food Insecurity Response Programme.
Chief Secretary Hails Chinese Chamber for K100 Million Donation to Lean Season Food Response - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-01-23
Justin Adack Saidi, the Chief Secretary in the Office of the President and Cabinet, supported the government's stance on land grabbing.
New Sheriff in Town: Minister Chipungu Hits the Ground Running, Issues Bold Warning Against ‘Politically-Induced’ Land Grabbing - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2026-01-13
Jim Kalua's appointment was announced by Chief Secretary Dr. Justin Adack Saidi.
Euphoria as Jim Kalua Lands Sports Council Chair — Pundits Say “Best Appointment in Years” - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-12-11
Dr. Justin Adack Saidi issued a circular detailing austerity measures for the Malawian government.
Govt Tightens the Purse Strings: Harsh Spending Ban Hits Ministries, Embassies, and Senior Officials - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-11-06The circular is signed by Chief Secretary to the Government Dr. Justin Adack Saidi.
Chithyola Vindicated? Government Denial Crumbles as Austerity Memo Confirms Youth Job Freeze - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-11-06
The formal letter communicating Kumwenda's transfer was signed by Chief Secretary Dr. Justin Adack Saidi.
From Parastatal Powerhouse to Lecture Room: Shock as Escom CEO Kamkwamba Kumwenda Is Shunted to MUBAS - Malawi Nyasa TimesMalawi· 2025-11-05