# Malawi MPs Need Better Info for Project Scrutiny

> Malawi's MPs must use better information to properly scrutinize government projects, says First Deputy Speaker Victor Musowa.
- Title: Malawi MPs Need Better Info for Project Scrutiny · Allafrica
- Summary: Malawi's MPs must use better information to properly scrutinize government projects, says First Deputy Speaker Victor Musowa. Malawi's parliamentary training…
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- Published: 2026-10-20T05:56:48+00:00
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## Malawi MPs Ordered to Classroom
Malawi's MPs have been ordered back to the classroom, and the First Deputy Speaker made it clear there is no room for ignorance in the House.
## Victor Musowa Opens Parliamentary Training
Victor Musowa opened the fourth and final intake of the Parliamentary Training Programme at the Malawi School of Government in Lilongwe on Monday, October 19.
## Training Focus on Oversight
Musowa stated training lies at the core of the agenda to ensure effective and impactful oversight of government projects.
## MPs Need Tech and Legislative Skills
The modern lawmaker must stride into the chamber armed with tech savvy and a firm grip on legislative processes.
## MPs Must Question Project Costs
Musowa urged MPs to question why similar government projects can come with wildly different price tags.
## Parliament on Track for Reports
Parliament has already completed almost half of its planned work and is on course to have eight reports ready by November 9.
## School Director Warns of Problems
Malawi School of Government Kanengo Campus director Christine Siame warned that ignorance will be a challenge for national development.
## Key takeaway

Malawi's parliamentary training emphasizes MPs needing better information to effectively oversee government projects.