MALAWI: IMF Concludes Mission, Signals Progress Toward New Economic Support Programme

By Smile Hamilton

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has concluded a 10-day mission to Malawi after holding discussions with government officials on the country’s economic outlook, with both sides expressing optimism over ongoing efforts to restore macroeconomic stability.

The delegation, led by Justin Tyson, was in Malawi from June 8 to 18, 2026, to assess recent economic developments and discuss policy reforms that could pave the way for a new Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme.

In a statement released after the mission, Tyson commended the Malawi Government for implementing measures aimed at aligning domestic prices with global market conditions, strengthening fiscal management, and responding to food security challenges.

“The discussions reflected a shared commitment to implementing sound and credible policies to restore and maintain macroeconomic stability while promoting inclusive and resilient economic growth,” Tyson said.

The IMF said consultations will continue in the coming weeks on a package of economic reforms that could receive support under an Extended Credit Facility arrangement, which would provide Malawi with financial assistance tied to agreed policy reforms.

During the visit, the IMF team met Minister of Finance and Economic Planning Joseph Mwanamvekha, Reserve Bank of Malawi Governor Dr. George Partridge, Secretary to the Treasury Dr. Cliff Chiunda, and other senior government officials. The mission also engaged representatives from the banking sector, private sector and development partners as part of its assessment of the country’s economic performance and reform agenda.