By Smile Hamilton Malawi
President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has stressed the critical role of national intelligence in shaping effective governance, warning that poor intelligence can lead to damaging national decisions.
Mutharika made the remarks at Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe during the swearing-in ceremony of the Director General of the National Intelligence Service, Major General Braise George Saenda.
He challenged the newly appointed intelligence chief to prioritize accuracy and reliability in intelligence gathering, describing it as a cornerstone of sound leadership.
“Bad intelligence results in bad political decisions. I rely on you to provide accurate intelligence for me to make good decisions for this country,” said Mutharika. “If you provide me with bad intelligence, I will make bad decisions, which have consequences.”
The President observed that the demand for strong intelligence systems has become more urgent amid rising cases of human trafficking, cybercrime, and money laundering.
He further noted that the discovery of rare minerals across various parts of Malawi has increased the country’s exposure to both legitimate investors and potential exploiters.
According to Mutharika, Malawi must strengthen its intelligence systems to safeguard national interests and protect its natural resources from abuse.
Mutharika appointed Major General Braise George Saenda as Director General of the National Intelligence Service in October 2025, describing him as a seasoned military leader with extensive experience in defence operations, strategic planning, and international secu
rity management.
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