Table of Contents

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT ................................................................................................... i
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ................................................................................................... iii
FOREWORD.................................................................................................................... v
PREFACE ....................................................................................................................... vii
1.1. Background................................................................................................... 1
1.1.1. Transport Sector ............................................................................................ 1
1.1.2. Buildings Sector ............................................................................................. 2
1.2. Comprehensive Medium-Term Implementation Framework ......................... 3
1.3. Vision .............................................................................................................. 3
1.4. Goal and Objectives.................................................................................... 3
1.5. The purpose for developing the five-year Framework is to: ..................... 4
1.6. The Flagship Projects /Programs of the Framework .................................. 5
1.7. Common Framework for Transport and Buildings Sectors ........................ 5
2. PLANNING AND STRATEGY FOR THE SUB-SECTORS................................................. 5
2.1. TRANSPORT MODES ............................................................................................ 5
2.1.1. Roads ............................................................................................................. 5
2.1.2. Railway Transport ....................................................................................... 10
2.1.3. Inland Water Transport............................................................................ 13
2.1.4. Air Transport ................................................................................................ 15
2.2. TRANSPORT AND CONSTRUCTION SERVICES ............................................ 19
2.2.1 Road Traffic and Safety Services ............................................................... 19
2.2.2. Buildings ....................................................................................................... 20
2.2.3. Plant and Vehicle Hire and Engineering Services ................................... 22
3. FINANCING THE FRAMEWORK................................................................................ 23
3.1. TRANSPORT MODES........................................................................................ 24
3.1.1. Roads ........................................................................................................... 24
3.1.2. Railway Transport ....................................................................................... 30
3.1.3. Inland Water Transport............................................................................ 31
3.1.4. Air Transport ................................................................................................ 31
3.2. TRANSPORT AND CONSTRUCTION SERVICES .................................................. 33
3.2.1. Road traffic and safety services ............................................................... 33
 3.2.2. Buildings .................................................................................................... 34
3.2.3. Plant Vehicle Hire and Engineering Services ........................................ 34
4. RESOURCE REQUIREMENT PLAN ............................................................................. 35
4.1. Staffing ......................................................................................................... 35
4.2. Equipment ................................................................................................... 36
5. MONITORING AND EVALUATION ........................................................................... 36
6. OPPORTUNITIES ........................................................................................................ 37
7. CHALLENGES ........................................................................................................... 38
8. CONCLUSION .......................................................................................................... 38
ANNEX I: MAIN FRAMEWORK ..................................................................................... 41
ANNEX II: FINANCE PLAN ............................................................................................ 61
ANNEX III: HUMAN RESOURCE PLAN .......................................................................... 79
ANNEX IV: EQUIPMENT PLAN ...................................................................................... 84
List of Tables
Table 1: Prioritised Road Projects ................................................................................. 8
Table 2: Prioritised Rail Projects .................................................................................. 12
Table 3: Prioritised Inland Water Transport Projects ................................................. 15
Table 4: Prioritised Air Transport Projects ................................................................... 18
Table 5: Road Infrastructure gap for CMTIF projects ............................................... 25
Table 6:Road funding gap for CMTIF projects ......................................................... 26
Table 7: Road Projects Arrears ................................................................................... 28
Table 8: Projected Income from Fuel Levy Adjustment .......................................... 29
Table 9: Railway Services Concession Fees Trend ................................................... 30
Table 10: Annual Revenue ......................................................................................... 32
Table 11: DRTSS Annual Revenue Trend .................................................................... 33
List of Figures
Figure 1: Approved, Revised and Certification Funding Trends for Road
Infrastructure Projects. ................................................................................................ 27
Figure 2: Staffing levels for the Ministry at department level .................................. 35
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Comprehensive Medium-Term Implementation Framework (CMTIF) is a
product of multi-stakeholder contributions. The Ministry of Transport and Public
Works therefore extends its sincere appreciation to all stakeholders who provided
support during the formulation process. The development and subsequent
implementation of the framework is a major step towards fulfilling the Ministry’s
mandate of overseeing and coordinating implementation of policies, legislation
and strategies in the transport and buildings sectors in Malawi. This development
also ensures a coherent framework in line with national development goals and
regional and international obligations.

Special recognition should go to the former Minister of Transport and Public Works,
Honourable Mohammed Sidik Mia, for his leadership and commitment to the work
of the Ministry and the development of the CMTIF. In the same vein, the Ministry is
very grateful to the Deputy Minister of Transport and Public Works, Honourable
Nancy Chaola Mdooko, MP, for her unwavering commitment and spearheading
the development process of CMTIF.

The Ministry is grateful for the full support from all of its departments and agencies
during the development process of the framework. Special mention goes to the
Directors of Marine, Roads, Rail, Civil Aviation, Road Traffic, Administration, Plant
and Vehicle Hire and Engineering Services, Buildings, as well as Chief Executive
Officers of Roads Authority, National Construction Industry Council (NCIC), Airport
Developments Limited (ADL), Lilongwe Handling Company (LIHACO), Air Cargo
Ltd and Roads Fund Administration for their contributions. The Ministry also
appreciates the effort by the Director of Planning and her team for coordinating
all the processes leading to the final development of the framework.

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The Ministry also appreciates the continued support and collaboration from the
Office of the President and Cabinet, Ministry of Finance, and Ministry of Economic
Planning and Development and Public Sector Reforms.

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Ministry of Transport and Public Works has developed a five - year
Comprehensive Medium-Term Implementation Framework (CMTIF) aimed at
spearheading methodical implementation of development projects as informed
by the National Transport Master Plan (NTMP). This is against a backdrop of
national priorities as outlined in both international commitments and national
strategic plans such as the Malawi Growth and Development Strategy III (MGDS
III) and NTMP.

The CMTIF has therefore been developed as an implementation framework for all
programmes and projects necessary to achieve the goals and operational
objectives of the NTMP. Given a limited sector resource envelope, the
programmes and projects have been prioritised to ensure maximised sector
contribution to the overall development agenda.

In the CMTIF, the reduction of transport cost through facilitation of modal shift from
road to rail and inland water transport, a key goal of the NTMP, will mainly involve
the rehabilitation and reconstruction of the 130km Sena Corridor rail line costing
about MK217 billion and construction and rehabilitation of key ports on Lake
Malawi namely Nkhata Bay, Chipoka, Chilumba and Likoma costing about
MK36.5 billion.

For roads, the CMTIF has used a scientific prioritisation criterion to come up with a
categorical list of prioritised roads for preservation, upgrading and improvement.
The priority list will determine the order of implementation of road projects as funds
become available. The total cost of road interventions in the framework is MK2.3
trillion. The framework has identified key programmes that advance digitisation
and e-enforcement to ensure efficiency and accountability in road traffic
services in addition to road safety awareness and civic education.

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Marred by numerous challenges including poor infrastructure and hence
performance, the on-going operationalisation of Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)
has been prioritised and is expected to be key at implementing programmes and
projects aimed at improving critical air transport safety, security and efficiency as
well as improving the air transport infrastructure in the country.

Against an increasingly private dominated construction industry, as well as poorly

developed buildings sector, the framework has prioritised the recapitalisation of
the Plant and Vehicle Hire and Engineering Services (PVHES) as well as enhancing
the service delivery of the Buildings Department and capacitating local
construction industry. This is also expected to improve the image of the Buildings
department.

Regarding resource mobilisation, the Ministry has identified alternative funding

mechanisms and implementation arrangements including reviews of concessions
agreements, increased sub-sector funds retention, exploration of bond financing
as well as engagement of private financiers through Public Private Partnership
(PPP) to bridge the critical finance gap.

Furthermore, the Ministry further recognises that the implementation of the

framework demands enhancing human resource capacity. Therefore, the
Ministry intends to recruit and train staff, as well as procure key equipment, to
ensure smooth implementation.

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FOREWORD
The Transport and Public Works Sectors We Want:
The transport sector we want in the next five years is one that is efficient, reduces
time and cost for businesses and travelling passengers, and is the hub of socio-
economic development of our country. The transport sector we want is a good
public transport system which is easy and convenient to use, fast, safe, clean and
affordable. A transportation sector which provides job to millions, opening up new
opportunities of employment, not only in the transport sector, but the rest of the
economy.

We want a road network which reduces distances between people, markets,

services and fosters economic growth. Today, Malawi’s road network coverage
is not only insufficient, but also in poor condition and impassable during the rainy
season. As a result, households, especially those in remote areas, experience
difficulties in transporting their goods and travelling from one point to another. We
want a road network which is strong, and resilient to climate change. We want
urban roads which define the character of our cities and our country, roads which
are a magnet to attract foreign investments and tourism.

We want a railway system which is efficient, dependable and fast. A railway

system which links freight and passengers to our major cities and towns at low cost
and on regular schedules. A railway system which is all weather and
environmentally friendly. A railway network which will help in reducing
congestions on our roads by shifting freight and passengers from roads to rail. A
rail system which will promote and create business centers along the line in rural
areas.

We want an air transport sector which links Malawi and other international
destinations in the most efficient and cost-effective manner. One that is safe and
comply with the international Civil Aviation Organization standards and
regulations. An efficient system which promotes fast business transactions.

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The Inland transport sector we want is one which is efficient, safe, dependable
and cost effective for freight and passenger services. One that connects our
major ports and harbors, on regular schedules, with a view to promoting
businesses and tourism along Lake Malawi. One which is interlinked with other
modes of transport like railway and roads to improve connectivity.

We want a construction sector that empowers local firms technically and

financially. A construction sector that increases the market share of local firms
without compromising on quality of works. One that is supported by modern
construction equipment and technology.

The building sector we want is one which is well regulated. One that will ensure
orderly, stronger, safer and resilient buildings. A sector that will promote high
quality city and town buildings that are aesthetic. One that will ensure that low
cost dwelling houses for the rural masses are resilient to storms. A sector that
promotes use of environmentally friendly building materials.

This Comprehensive Medium Term Implementation Framework has been

developed to deliver the Transport Sector We Want.

Hon. Nancy Chaola Mdooko, MP

Deputy Minister of Transport and Public Works

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PREFACE
The Comprehensive Medium-Term Implementation Framework sets out an
ambitious and compelling long-term approach to the implementation of
transport sector activities contained in the National Transport Master Plan, the
National Buildings Policy and the third Malawi Growth and Development Strategy
(MGDS III). This framework builds on major reforms already underway in the
transport sector and will contribute towards Government's vision to develop
efficient, reliable, affordable and environmentally friendly transport networks and
built environment.

To help achieve the vision, the framework sets out six strategic goals for the
transport and buildings sectors. In addition, and in order to ensure that all the
goals are achieved, the framework’s interventions have measurable results linked
to their respective aspirations and that each of the goals identifies the priority
areas to be implemented at a national level.

Central to the successful delivery of this framework will be the availability of

funding for the projects herein outlined. The framework also presents a
comprehensive financial analysis on resource availability for the sector which shall
help us gain a much clearer understanding of the sector’s financial requirements
and possible opportunities for resource mobilisation.

This framework will guide and co-ordinate the sustainable development of the
sector and help ensure that our policy interventions not only meet the challenges
of today, but are also ready for the needs of the future.

Patrick Zimpita
Secretary for Transport and Public Works
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. Background
The Ministry of Transport and Public Works has a broad mandate of being the
steward of the country’s transport and buildings sectors, and ensures that they
contribute to the national development agenda. It carries out this role through
policy, legislation, strategic planning, programming, regulation, and monitoring
and evaluation.

1.1.1. Transport Sector

Malawi’s transport sector is heavily underfunded and has experienced unequal
development and improvement across the four modes of transport. Over the
years, some modes have been getting priority negating the others. Moreover,
such priorities, have regrettably emanated largely from political alignments and
prevailing Government strategic plans such as the Malawi Growth and
Development Strategy (MGDS), Transport Sector Investment Plan (TSIP), Public
Sector Investment Plan (PSIP), and the National Transport Policy. The National
Transport Master Plan (NTMP) will likely have the same fate if deliberate action is
not taken.

In the past five years, a total of 287 kilometres of road has been constructed
against a target of 490 kilometres. Maintenance of existing road networks has
been neglected in favour of new roads resulting in quick dilapidation of existing
roads throughout the country. During the same period, the rail network system has
had 172 kilometres rehabilitated. The entire network of 933km is not connected
due to flood wash away in the lower Shire and damaged or dilapidated sections
of the network. Inland water is the least invested sub-sector but yet important. The
whole perceived advantage of investing in railway and maritime as one project
to reduce transport costs and decongest the roads, has been wiped out
overtime. Key ports of Chilumba and Chipoka are derelict and no longer in use
for major cargo handling. There is no landing infrastructure at Nkhotakota while

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jetty construction is underway at Likoma. Though the port in Nkhata-Bay is usable,
the infrastructure is in poor state putting the safety of passengers and vessels at
risk. This negatively affects the well-being of the people and intra-trade activity.
On the other hand, the air transport sub-sector is the most expensive of the four
modes of transport on account of low traffic volumes and lack of critical
investments in our airports. Both Kamuzu and Chileka International airports are not
certified by IATA and are perceived not to be of international standard.

Improvements in the transport sector, through institutional reforms, have been

minimal due to absence of clear development prioritisation. This has led to the
sector becoming inefficient, unreliable, increasingly costly and contributing less
to economic development. However, an opportunity exists to address the
problem and achieve equitable development across all four transport modes in
accordance with existing strategic plans. The NTMP is a prioritised time-bound
plan of infrastructure investment proposals, development of policy and regulatory
measures, institutional and organisational reforms and capacity building across
all four modes of transport. The Master Plan covers freight and passenger networks
and services, and identifies multi-modal proposals for integrating the transport
modes.

1.1.2. Buildings Sector

The Department of Buildings is responsible for providing oversight in the buildings
sub-sector in collaboration with other institutions such as the Ministry responsible
for Housing, local authorities and the National Construction Industry Council. The
sector is, however, currently operating without a guiding policy document that
expounds Government intentions in the sector. Moreover, the sector has a
fragmented legislative framework which has led to disjointed operations as
stakeholders do not have a document that guides focused actions.

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1.2. Comprehensive Medium-Term Implementation Framework
The Ministry has developed a Comprehensive Medium-Term Implementation
Framework (CMTIF) to ensure that annual budgets and work plans are aligned
with the NTMP and to spearhead methodical implementation of development
projects. The CMTIF will be a vehicle to implement the NTMP, the National Buildings
Policy and the MGDS III. It will also form the basis for the development of a Joint
Sector Strategy for the Infrastructure Sector Working Group. Furthermore, it will
guide on projects to be included in the Public Sector Investment Plan (PSIP). It is a
five-year operational framework aligned with the new Administration’s term of
office.

The CMTIF has been developed with a Result Based Matrix as a tool for monitoring
and results measurement. The Matrix identifies priority areas, measurable input
and outcomes, and risks the plan might encounter. It is attached as Annex I.

1.3. Vision
The vision for the sector is to develop efficient, reliable, affordable and
environmentally friendly transport networks and built environment as defined in
the 20-year National Transport Master Plan (NTMP) and other policy documents.

1.4. Goal and Objectives

The objective of the framework is to re-focus and re-prioritize Government policy
and strategy for the sector in line with the following strategic goals:

a) Reduce transport costs;

b) Improve the safety of transport infrastructure and services;
c) Improve the capacity of the local construction industry;
d) Improve regulation of the construction industry;
e) Improve regulation, management and oversight of Government fleet:
plant and vehicles; and

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 f) Construct functional, stronger, aesthetics and resilient buildings.

The operational objectives include;

a) Facilitate modal shift from road to rail and inland water transport;
b) Enhance the connectivity of rural areas to support growth of key economic
sectors;
c) Enhance regional connectivity;
d) Decongest traffic in cities;
e) Strengthen regulation of transport services;
f) Improve capacity in road traffic and safety management;
g) Improve infrastructure protection;
h) Improve certification of construction materials at Central Materials
Laboratory (CML);
i) Enhance aviation safety and security;
j) Improve safety in operations of passengers and freight services on water;
k) Restructure and recapitalise PVHES;
l) Enhance and sustain Government fleet management;
m) Support growth of the local construction industry;
n) Strengthen construction industry regulatory frameworks;
o) Strengthen regulation in the buildings sector; and
p) Provide technical support services on building construction projects.

Given the limited resources available to the sector, the CMTIF will ensure that
resource allocation is prioritised to key projects. The Ministry will also pay particular
attention to implementation of institutional reforms that will improve efficiency in
the operations of the transport and buildings sectors.

1.5. The purpose for developing the five-year Framework is to:

a) Identify priority areas, set specific targets, define strategies and policy
measures required to the NTMP, MGDS III and other policy documents;

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 b) Bring to fruition the flagship programs and initiatives outlined in the NTMP
and the new administration’s manifestos for sustained growth and social
transformation;
c) Provide information to all key stakeholders on the expected
results/outcomes for the first five years of the NTMP and assign
responsibilities in its implementation, monitoring and evaluation;
d) Outline the strategies required for resource mobilisation; and
e) Ensure that NTMP and National Buildings Policy have measurable results
which are linked to their respective aspirations and goals and that each of
the goals identifies the priority areas to be implemented at a national level.

1.6. The Flagship Projects /Programs of the Framework

The flagship projects of the framework refer to key programmes and initiatives
which have been identified as important to accelerating the transport
infrastructure development for economic growth.

1.7. Common Framework for Transport and Buildings Sectors

The Ministry is in the process of operationalising the Public Infrastructure Sector
Working Group (SWG) which will spearhead the implementation of regional,
national and sectoral development strategies and policies. The SWG will,
therefore serve as the Steering Committee to oversee the implementation of the
CMTIF.

2. PLANNING AND STRATEGY FOR THE SUB-SECTORS

2.1. TRANSPORT MODES
2.1.1. Roads
Road is the dominant mode of transport in Malawi facilitating 99 percent of all
passenger services, 70 percent of domestic freight and 90 percent of international

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freight1. Therefore, investment into road transport infrastructure remains essential
and commands a lion’s share of resources within the master plan.

The entire classified public road network is 15,451km. At the moment, the road
infrastructure demand for preservation and upgrading is 1,797km and 1,423km
respectively in the next five years (2021 – 2025). However, due to limited resources
and technical capacity, the entire 3,200 km identified in the CMTIF is unlikely to
be completed in the next five years. Therefore, prioritisation of road projects for
inclusion into the Comprehensive Medium-Term Implementation Framework
(CMTIF) is necessary. In the next five-year period, projects will be implemented
based on priority and funding availability.

2.1.1.1. Rationale
The proposed interventions in road infrastructure are intended to contribute to
achieving the goal of reducing transport costs by addressing the following
challenges highlighted in the NTMP:

• An infrastructure deficit coupled with a sizeable proportion of existing

infrastructure insufficiently maintained;
• Relatively poor regional integration in terms of transport infrastructure of key
corridor roads;
• Rapid traffic growth in urban areas and associated congestion;
• Limited diversification of the economy and a heavy reliance on agricultural
sector with numerous and dispersed production areas located across the
country; and
• Vulnerability to extreme weather conditions, such as drought and flooding.

The plan, if implemented, will lead to enhanced connectivity of rural areas to

support growth of key economic sectors such as agriculture, mining and tourism;

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NTMP, 2017

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improved regional connectivity, increased capacity of urban roads, and safe,
sustainable and resilient transport infrastructure. Optimal investment in the
transport infrastructure is prerequisite to economic growth.

2.1.1.2. Prioritisation of Road Infrastructure Projects

Procedurally, prioritisation of road project financing should observe the 60/40
principle with 60% of the total funding allocated to road preservation (routine
maintenance and periodic maintenance) while 40% to road upgrading. The
Ministry will, therefore, follow this principle in preparation of Annual National Roads
Programme (ANRP).

In keeping with the 60/40 principle, the prioritisation criteria which is used to
identify the road projects, included coefficients of the following variables:

• Classification of the road section (main, secondary, tertiary, district and

urban);
• Road forming part of an international corridor or not;
• Traffic volume (measured as average daily traffic);
• Road condition (Measured as International Roughness Index);
• Linkage to the National Transport Master Plan; and
• Time elapsed since last major Intervention.

Proposed Annual National Roads Program (ANRP) in the Next 5 Years

In the Table 1 (also refer to Annex I), road projects that have been CODED green
have resources available and are funded by development partners. However,
road projects that are funded by Government have been CODED yellow. The
Government funded road projects (in yellow) have been allocated funding in the
2020-21 financial year. Even though such is the case, the certainty of the
availability of resources for the projects in successive years is not guaranteed.
Experience has shown that funding of road projects by Government is not

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consistent. For instance, the entire public road network is planned for routine
maintenance on a yearly basis2. However, the actual routine maintenance works
does not cover the entire public road network due to limited availability of
resources and technical capacity.

The Mzimba-Kenyatta Street (8.3km) and the dualisation of Blantyre - Lilongwe M1

road are CODED orange because their funding processes are currently on-going.

In case of new resources being available, whether from increased budget

allocation and policy changes on levies and fees, more prioritized roads will be
added to the ANRP.

Table 1: Prioritised Road Projects

Start and Estimated

Activity Name of Project Completion Cost (MK' Funding CODE
Date Million)

Routine Entire public road

2020-2025 120,000.00 Govt
Maintenance 1 network (15,451km)
Kasungu - KIA T/Off
2021-2023 67,566.75 Donors
1 (102km)
Jenda - Mzimba T/Off
2021-2023 12,510.96 Donors
2 (46.7)
Kasungu - Jenda
2021-2023 29,913.00 Donors
Road 3 (85.5km)
Preservation Chiweta - Kacheche
2021-2023 38,200.50 Donors
4 (66.5km)
Chingeni - Liwonde
2021-2023 20,250.00 Donors
5 (36km)
Nsipe Chingeni
2021-2022 10,687.50 Donors
6 (19km)
Road Nsanje - Marka
2020-2021 17,812.50 Govt
Upgrading 1 (25km)

2 Ideally the entire public road network of 15,451Km is supposed to be subjected to routine
maintenance at an estimated cost of MK56 billion annually. Unfortunately, Government manages
to allocate less than 40% of the funding requirement for the works thus failing to maintain the entire
public road network.
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 Start and Estimated
Activity Name of Project Completion Cost (MK' Funding CODE
Date Million)

Mbobo - Nkhotakota
game reserve east 2020-2021 23,512.50 Govt
boundary (33km)
2
Chitanga: Junction
M009 - Rumphi boma 2020-2021 14,250.00 Govt
(20km)
3
Ntcheu - Tsangano -
Neno - Mwanza 2020-2025 94,050.00 Govt
(132km)
4
Machinga - Chingale
2020-2023 44,175.00 Govt
5 - Lirangwe (62km)
Chinzama - Seven
(33km) 2020-2021 23,512.50 Govt
6
Livingstonia - Njakwa
(53km) 2020-2022 37,762.50 Govt
7
Mzimba: Junction
M009 - Majighasawa:
2020-2021 12,112.50 Govt
Junction M001
8 (17km)
Junction with Paul
Kagame to Junction
2021-2024 30,000.00 Japan
with Lubani (3km)
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Kanengo to
Urban Road Crossroads (10km) 2021-2023 17,100.00 China
Improvement 2
Mzimba-Kenyatta
3 Street (8.3km) 2020 - 2022 41,250.00 Govt
Blantyre - Lilongwe
4 Dualisation 2022 - 2025 142,500.00 Govt
Source: Roads Authority

2.1.1.3. Risks
The following risks have been identified to successful implementation of the
proposed projects:

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 • Limited funding available for the road programmes prioritised in the
framework;
• Unreadiness of the local authorities to assume the devolved road
management functions; and
• Lack of cooperation from other stakeholders during the implementation of
road programmes.

2.1.2. Railway Transport

The development of rail sub-sector is critical to reduction of transportation costs
in the country. The railway network in Malawi consists of 933 km of mainline single
cape gauge of which 201km is currently non-operational. Today, the network is
limited to the central and southern region of Malawi. The network transports an
average of 300,000 passengers annually. The rail also forms part of the Nacala
and Beira Corridors, which offer access to sea ports in Mozambique, and the
Northern Corridor through inland lake transport to connect with TAZARA railway
line in Mbeya, Tanzania, to Dar es Salaam.

The Ministry intends to reconstruct and upgrade 130km of railway line between
Marka and Sandama which was washed away by floods. It further plans to
expand the railway line north of Lilongwe. The 72km rail section between Limbe
and Sandama is currently being reconstructed by the concessionaire, Central
East African Railways (CEAR). Government will thereafter upgrade it from 15 to
20.5 tonne axle load as part of the phased rehabilitation and upgrading of the
Limbe – Marka railway section. Other projects include the construction of shelter
facilities along Sandama – Balaka – Nayuchi railway section and reactivation of
Malawi Railways 1994 Ltd which will also facilitate the re-establishment of Railway
Training Centre. The MR 1994 Ltd is expected to spearhead development of rail
infrastructure in the country.

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2.1.2.1. Rationale
The NTMP identifies rail transport as a critical sub-sector to support and facilitate
the modal shift of cargo from road with the intention of reducing transport costs.
The existing rail network is disjointed such that it does not fully support the transport
services for local and regional connectivity. Additionally, other supporting
infrastructure such as shelters, station premises and warehouses are either lacking
or dilapidated.

There is need for increased investment to attain the aspirations of rail transport in
order to improve operations and infrastructure for enhanced efficiency in freight
and passenger services. In addition, increased use of rail will ultimately reduce the
burden and cost of road maintenance.

2.1.2.2. Prioritisation of Railway Projects

The Ministry intends to raise funding through local or international bonds with
longer tenors. Repayment will be through concessional fees from CEAR.
Furthermore, it will attract more Public Private Partnerships investments in the
sector. The objective is to enhance railway operational efficiency and strengthen
regulation of the sector.

Table 2 below provides the list of key prioritised projects for rail, where the colour
code orange, represents projects whose funding processes are on-going and
green represents projects whose funding is currently available.

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 Table 2: Prioritised Rail Projects

Start and Estimated

Activity Name of Project Completion Cost (MK Funding CODE
Date million)
CEAR,
Marka - Bangula
1 2020 - 2023 70,000.00 Govt,
(72km)
PFI
Bangula - CEAR,
2 Makhanga 2022 - 2023 62,500.00 Govt,
(8.7km) PFI
Reconstruction
CEAR,
and upgrading Makhanga -
3 2023 - 2025 77,500.00 Govt,
of 201km of Sandama (49km)
PFI
railway line
Sandama - Limbe CEAR,
4 (72km) 2024-2025 70,000.00 Govt,
PFI
Construction of CEAR,
5 the Ruo Bridge 2019-2021 7,000.00 Govt,
(175m) PFI
Construction of
Shelter facilities
CEAR,
Construction of along the
1 2021 - 2022 560.00 Govt,
shelters Sandama-Balaka-
PFI
Nayuchi Railway
Section
CEAR,
MR (94)
1 2021 - 2022 140.00 Govt,
Reactivation
PFI
Resuscitation of
Establishment of CEAR,
railway services
2 Railway Training 2021 - 2022 391.00 Govt,
and operations
Centre PFI
Review of the
3 2020 - 2021 21.00 Govt
Railway Act
Source: Railways Department

The National Transport Master Plan (NTMP) identified the Beira route, which serves
as the shortest route to the sea for Malawian exports and imports, to be the key
focus of Government on rail infrastructure development. It should be noted,
however, that utilization of the Nacala corridor to full capacity may equally bring
dividends to the country.

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2.1.2.3. Risks
The implementation of the projects might face the following risks;
• Inconsistent financing of the projects could result in extension of project
implementation period

• The cost of rehabilitating the networks is substantial compared to existing

traffic volumes and revenues;

• Capacity constraints, lack of supporting systems and equipment could

impact negatively on the performance of the Railway Services Department
in terms of service delivery; and
• Business influence to block railway development.

2.1.3. Inland Water Transport

Inland water transport is predominantly based on Lake Malawi. The lake has four
main ports of Chilumba, Nkhata Bay, Chipoka and Monkey Bay. Currently, all
ports are in poor condition. Currently, Government is constructing a fifth port at
Likoma. The sub-sector potentially links the country to important sea ports of
Mtwara, Dar es Salaam and Nacala.

The projects outlined in the framework involve rehabilitation of the four major ports
as part of enhancing capacity of Northern Transport Corridor. There are also plans
to construct new landing facilities in selected areas along the Lake of Malawi,
and rehabilitate the shipyard and Marine Training College at Monkey Bay. The
water transport and safety regulations will also be reviewed to strengthen the
regulatory framework.

The implementation of the outlined projects will enhance regulatory oversight in

water transport, enhance efficiency in passenger and freight services, improve
operations in inland water transport services and increase number of trained
seafarers.

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2.1.3.1. Rationale
The inland water transportation has poorly performed due to the following
challenges:
• Lack of integration with other modes of transport, and as a result Lake
Malawi is not being used to its full capacity;

• Outdated regulatory framework which has gaps such as the absence of an

independent safety regulator;

• Lack of maintenance of vessels and port infrastructure resulting in high

operational inefficiency and increased safety concerns;
• Inadequate institutional capacity for efficient operation and management
of the infrastructure; and

• Unsuccessful participation of private sector investors.

Investments in inland water transport are important to achieve the goal of

reducing transport costs through shifting of cargo from road to inland water which
is the cheapest mode of transportation.

2.1.3.2. Prioritisation
Considering the limited financial resources, the Ministry has prioritised the
construction of Likoma Jetty which already has committed funding. The sub-
sector will make rehabilitation and upgrading of Chipoka Port as a second
priority. The port is critical in promoting intermodal transport as it is the only port in
the country which serves three modes of transport (water, rail and road). The port
is also linked to the three regional corridors of North-South, Mtwara and Nacala.

It is also important to develop Chilumba and Nkhata Bay Ports which will
complement Chipoka Port and would be integral in reducing transport costs by
facilitating modal shift from road to both inland water and rail transport. Nkhata
Bay Port will facilitate regional trade through connection with Mtwara Corridor.

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Table 3 (also refer to Annex I) below provides the list of key prioritised projects for
marine, where the colour code red, represents projects with no funding and
green represents projects whose funding is currently available.

Table 3: Prioritised Inland Water Transport Projects

Start and Estimated

Activity Name of Project Completion Cost (MK' Funding CODE
Date Million)

Construction 1 Likoma Port 2019 - 2021 10,000.00 Govt

and
rehabilitation of 2 Chipoka Port 2020 - 2025 10,000.00 Govt
ports and 3 Chilumba port 2020 - 2023 1,500.00 Govt
supporting
facilities 5 Nkhata Bay Port 2022 - 2025 15,000.00 Mw/Tz/Za
Source: Marine Services Department

2.1.3.3. Risks
The associated risks to the successful implementation of these interventions
include:
• Lack of financing;
• Negative effects of climate change affecting the ports: and
• Business influence to block inland water development.

2.1.4. Air Transport

The movement of passengers and freight through air transport is considerably low
and has been in decline since the year 2015. Statistics indicate an all-time high of
457,590 passengers in the year 2014 and a record low of 171,458 passengers in
the year 2002. Similarly, statistics indicate that freight transported through air has
averaged 5,900 tons over the five-year period between the years 2015 and 2019
indicating neither growth nor shrinkage. Malawi has 33 aerodromes including
Kamuzu International Airport, Chileka International Airport and Mzuzu Airport.

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The growth and development of the sector is hindered by numerous factors
including low traffic as a destination, stiff competition in the industry, high
transport costs resulting from numerous and high taxes, high costs of Jet A1 fuel,
vandalism of infrastructure, encroachment into airport premises, and a
monopolistic environment of service provision in aircraft handling, air cargo
services and provision of aircraft fuel resulting in higher service charges.

In the CMTIF, the sub-sector has identified a number of projects that aim at making
a positive impact towards the development of the air transport industry. The
provision of improved infrastructure as well as the enhancement of safety and
security in air transport services have been prioritised. To achieve this, the
following projects have been planned:
i. Operationalisation of Civil Aviation Authority;
ii. Airports and Air Navigation Infrastructure Improvement;
iii. Enhancement of KIA Infrastructure, Operations, Procedures and Training;
iv. Essential Aviation Safety and Security; and
v. Strengthen and improve service provision through promotion of
competition and establishment of new service providers.

2.1.4.1. Rationale
Following an audit of Malawi civil aviation sector by the International Civil Aviation
Organisation (ICAO) in 2013 and the recent European Aviation Safety Agency
study, a series of recommendations were made to enable the country to align
with international best recommended practices and standards in the aviation
sector and the regional aviation strategies in response to the 2012 Abuja
Conference on Safety 3 . The two studies identified a number of key issues
including:

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Reduce rate of incidents and accidents, establish Civil Aviation Authorities, Resolve Significant Safety Concerns,
International aerodromes certified by 2022
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 • Lack of funds to carry out proper maintenance of infrastructure, leading to
deterioration of infrastructure. This has resulted in occasional disruption of
air services;

• Inadequate provision of safety standards; and

• Limited provision of communications, navigation and surveillance at the
two primary international airports.

Successful implementation of the projects is expected to significantly improve the

air transport environment by addressing the critical safety, security and efficiency
issues.

2.1.4.2. Prioritisation
The projects in the air transport subsector are drawn from the International Civil
Aviation Organisation (ICAO) audit of 2013, which identified numerous gaps in
Malawi’s civil aviation industry and its capability to provide effective safety
oversight and adequate aviation infrastructure. Amongst the gaps were:
• Absence of an autonomous regulatory body, being the Civil Aviation
Authority (CAA);
• Poor condition of aviation infrastructure posing a safety and security risk to
air transport operations;
• Un-licensed service providers resulting in unchecked aviation business
activities, processes and procedures which could lead to undesirable and
catastrophic incidents/accidents; and
• Uncertified international airport, restricting potential direct flights from Asia,
Europe, Middle East and USA as the airport’s Standards don’t meet the
requirements of an international airport.

Table 4 below (also refer to Annex I) provides the list of key prioritised projects for
air transport; whose funding is currently available (colour CODED green).

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 Table 4: Prioritised Air Transport Projects

Start and Estimated

Activity Name of Project Completio Cost (MK' Funding CODE
n Date Million)

Establishment
of Civil Establishment of
Aviation 1 Civil Aviation 2020-2023 750 Govt
Authority Authority (CAA)
(CAA)
Enhancement
Essential Aviation
of essential
2 Safety and 2020 - 2022 18800 Govt/EIB
Aviation Safety
Security Project
and Security
Source: Civil Aviation Department

These projects have been prioritised to address the challenges outlined above.
The operationalisation of the CAA is expected to play a key role in addressing the
challenges highlighted in the ICAO audit and shall result in Malawi’s safety and
security outlook to immensely improve in the global aviation industry. Protection
of existing airports and its infrastructure shall reduce vandalism of critical and
expensive equipment and also stop encroachment. Overall, there will be
improvement in local and regional connectivity with prospects of tourism and
trade.

2.1.4.3. Risks
The risks that may hinder the successful implementation of these projects include;
• Limited financing;
• Resultant policy changes in travel protocols due to COVID-19 pandemic;
and
• The rapid technological advancement in the aviation.

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2.2. TRANSPORT AND CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
2.2.1 Road Traffic and Safety Services
The Directorate of Road Traffic and Safety Services (DRTSS) was established
through the Road Traffic Act (1997). It is mandated to administer the regulatory
provisions pertaining to vehicle weight limit controls; vehicle registration, vehicle
inspection, infrastructure inspection and licensing; driver testing and licensing;
issuance of appropriate permits for both freight and passenger operations; and
enforcement of traffic law and civic education to all road users.

The department plans to implement projects which aim at enhancing road traffic
law enforcement, road safety awareness and civic education, improving the
road accident database, decongesting the road traffic stations, and reduce
vehicle overloading.

2.2.1.1. Rationale
Over the years, there has been an increased number of road accidents and
associated fatalities. Furthermore, limited capacity of systems and human
resources have resulted in inefficient delivery of critical services such as
registration, inspection and licensing of vehicles. Mechanisms for protecting road
infrastructure are neither adequate nor strategically located.

To address the challenges, the DRTSS will acquire additional ICT and other
equipment, construct and maintain Vehicle Testing Stations, digitise most road
traffic and safety services, construct weighbridges, and colour code public
service vehicles (minibuses, taxis and buses). The colour coding can be easily
achieved with minimum resources and is expected to bring sanity to the public
transport service.

The Directorate has adopted digital transaction services such as e-payment and
has introduced mobile and online MalTIS services, and upgrade Road Safety
Database. These services will significantly reduce congestion, improve efficiency

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and transparency in revenue collection as well as eliminate hotspots for
corruption.

2.2.1.2. Prioritisation of Road Traffic and Safety Services Projects

In prioritizing the projects, the Ministry considered the impact of the project,
whether it is ongoing and the urgency to implement the project.

2.2.1.3. Risks
The following risks and challenges were identified that could hinder successful
implementation of the projects:
• Unstable economic environment which would hinder smooth flow of
operations hence revenue collection;
• Covid-19 pandemic which resulted in restrictions to travel;
• High vacancy rates particularly in the technical sections;
• High maintenance costs of some items under the projects; and
• Revenue retention by the Treasury which could have been re-invested in
the sub-sector.

2.2.2. Buildings
The building sector involves planning, designing, procurement,
construction/production, alteration, repairing, maintenance and demolition of
various physical infrastructures. The Buildings Department plays a regulatory role
and gives policy direction on building design and construction. The department
is further responsible for developing and enforcing building standards. It is also
responsible for design, supervision and commissioning of all public buildings;
construction and maintenance of government buildings; and works in
collaboration with the construction industry.

In the CMTIF, the Buildings Department plans to finalise the formulation of buildings
regulatory framework which includes National Buildings Policy, Buildings Act and
Buildings Regulations. The Department further plans to develop Buildings
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Information Modelling System which is expected to improve management of
public buildings projects.
The Buildings Department has also planned to implement interventions that will
improve its image and bring back confidence to its clients. The interventions
include implementation of a functional review, engagement of stakeholders on
the role of DOB in procurement of civil works and develop professional ethics
code for architects and quantity surveyors through the Board of Architects and
Quantity Surveyors.

2.2.2.1. Rationale
The building sector has been poorly regulated over the years due to lack of
overarching regulatory framework to support the promotion and upholding of
building standards in the built environment. The sector is currently regulated
through by-laws set mainly by local authorities.

The management and supervision of public building projects by the department

faces a number of challenges such as inadequate human capacity and lack of
centralised information management system, leading to complaints of poor
service delivery from clients. This has largely contributed to the bad image of the
Buildings Department.

The implementation of institutional, regulatory and legislative reforms will,

therefore, strengthen good governance, provide timely and adequate technical
support services to building construction projects for functional, stronger,
aesthetic and resilient buildings. The enacting of the Buildings Bill will create a
Building Authority which will be responsible for enforcement of building regulations
thereby separating the regulatory and enforcement functions.

2.2.2.2. Prioritisation
In the CMTIF, the buildings sector has prioritised institutional, regulatory and
legislative areas for reforms in order to improve standards of buildings. The

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formulation of buildings legislation has been considered as a key priority which will
address other subsequent intervention areas.

2.2.2.3. Risks
The associated risks for the successful implementation of these intervention
include:
• Inability of the Buildings Department to retain its technical staff; and
• Limited resources to implement planned interventions.

2.2.3. Plant and Vehicle Hire and Engineering Services

The Department of Plant and Vehicle Hire and Engineering Services (PVHES) was
established under the Public Finance Management (Plant and Vehicle Hire and
Engineering Services Fund) Order of 2013 to provide plant and vehicle hire and
allied engineering services to both the public and private sectors on a
commercial basis.

In the CMTIF, the department has prioritised institutional reforms aimed at

enhancing operational efficiency, business profitability and image. The
department, therefore, has prioritised the finalisation of its strategic and business
plans and implementation of the functional review to address existing capacity
gaps. The institutional reforms also include introduction of a computerised
invoicing, billing and revenue collection system, which will enhance transparency
and accountability. This is key in addressing image issues of the department.
Notably, the recapitalisation of the PVHES is important in resuscitating the business
aspect of the department. This reform involves acquisition of new plant and
equipment as well as recruitment of new personnel and management.

2.2.3.1. Rationale
Most of the plant and equipment owned by PVHES throughout the country are
either out of service or obsolete. In addition, the department is facing stiff

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competition from the private sector in providing plant and vehicle hiring services.
The department, however, is critical in supporting the local construction industry
through hiring out of plant and equipment. PVHES is critical to the provision and
development of small and medium enterprises who cannot afford expensive
equipment as start-up businesses. Today, it is only foreign contractors with
financing and heavy equipment that get jobs in the transport sector.

PVHES has lagged behind in adapting to technology advancement in the

industry which has also led to inefficiencies and ultimately loss of business. In this
regard, PVHES plans to review its fleet management policy and systems to address
the challenges.

2.2.3.2. Prioritisation
In the CMTIF, the PVHES has prioritised the implementation of institutional reforms
that are business oriented and would make the institution competitive on the
market.

2.2.3.3 Risks
The following risks can potentially affect the successful implementation of PVHES
projects:
• Lack of financing to implement the functional review;
• Failure to recapitalise or identify a strategic business partner; and
• Retention of revenue by the Treasury which is critical to re-investment of
PVHES.

3. FINANCING THE FRAMEWORK

This section analyses funding gaps in relation to demand for transport
infrastructure. It looks at available resources and the extent to which the sectors
can take in new projects over the next five years. It suggests some policy shifts to
raise additional funding for more projects. Furthermore, as a policy, it advises on
implementation of projects only when adequate funding has been identified to

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avoid accumulation of arrears, as is the case now, and discourage
implementation of projects in bits and pieces which takes a long time for projects
to complete. Finally, it develops an annual expenditure (finance) plan for the next
five-years to guide the implementation. The Finance Plan is attached as Annex II.

3.1.TRANSPORT MODES
3.1.1. Roads

3.1.1.1. Financial Analysis and Funding Strategies

The road network is financed by fuel levy, administered by the Road Fund
Administration (RFA), the Development Budget and donors. The fuel and budget
have been grossly inadequate to maintain, let alone construct new roads.
Funding from donors has also been selective, preferring corridor projects, while at
the same time declining since the creation of Roads Authority (RA) and RFA.
Meanwhile, the push for construction of new roads has been increasing.

The total road infrastructure investment demand identified in the CMTIF for
preservation and upgrading under different road classes is 3,220 km. This consists
1,920 km of main roads, 887 km of secondary roads, 361km of tertiary roads, 27
km of district roads and 25 km of urban roads.

However, only about 746 km (23%) has secured funding as of the 2020/21 financial
year.

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 Table 5: Road Infrastructure gap for CMTIF projects

TYPE OF PAVEMENT
ROAD
PAVED (Km) UNPAVED (Km)
CLASSIFICATION
PLANNED FUNDED GAP PLANNED FUNDED GAP
Main 1,756 369 1,387 164 97 67

Secondary 16 0 16 871 148 723

Tertiary 0 0 0 361 132 229

District 0 0 0 27 0 27

Urban 25 0 25 0 0 0

Total 1,797 369 1,428 1,423 377 1,046

Source: Roads Authority

The total investment demand for road preservation and upgrading is MK2.3 trillion.
Of this amount, MK1.3 trillion is required for main roads; MK620.7 billion for
secondary roads, MK256.7 billion for tertiary roads, MK19.5 billion for districts roads,
and MK64.5 billion for urban road projects. There is currently MK493.4 billion (22%)
available for all road projects in the CMTIF. There is therefore a budget deficit of
MK1.8 trillion (78%) to meet the total investment demand for both paved and
unpaved road projects.

However, due to lack of funding, roads with available funding or with resources
identified are planned to be implemented in the next five years under the CMTIF.
As more funds become available, more roads will be included for
implementation.

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 Table 6:Road funding gap for CMTIF projects

TYPE OF PAVEMENT
ROAD PAVED (MK' Million) UNPAVED (MK' Million)
CLASSIFICATION ESTIMATED ESTIMATED
FUNDED GAP FUNDED GAP
COST COST
Main 1,214,564 226,229 988,335 116,850 67,688 49,162
Secondary 13,500 0 13,500 607,159 105450 501,709
Tertiary 0 0 0 256,714 94050 162,664
District 0 0 0 19,266 0 19,266
Urban 64500 0 64,500 0 0 0
Total 1,292,564 226,229 1,066,335 999,989 267,188 732,801
Source: Roads Authority

3.1.1.2. Road Infrastructure Funding Trend

The following graph depicts the funding trends for road infrastructure projects for
the past five years. The annual funding figures consist of Fuel Levy and Road User
Charges, Development Part 1 and Development Part II for approved and revised
budgets. The graph further shows the trend of the amount certified for payment
towards completed works.

The approved and revised budget were almost the same from 2015/16 financial
year to 2017/18 financial year with minor deviations observed in the 2018/19
financial year where the approved budget was slightly higher than the revised
budget and vice versa in the 2019/20 financial year. In general, the average
approved budget was MK72.8 billion per year and revised budget was MK74.1
billion per year. The amounts of money payable for certified measured works rose
sharply from 2015/16 to 2018/19 financial years and declined between 2018/19
and 2019/20 financial years. In the years 2015/16 to 2017/18 these amounts were
below both the approved and revised budgets. However, the trend reversed in
the years 2018/19 and 2019/20.

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 Figure 1: Approved, Revised and Certification Funding Trends for
Road Infrastructure Projects.

The funding trends, therefore, shows that on average, for the past five years, both
approved and revised budget figures have been lower than the amount of
money payable for certified measured works. This is attributed to haphazard
introduction of unplanned projects within a financial year and the year-on
increment of accumulated arrears exacerbated by interests charged on delayed
payments.

The following table provides a trend of arrears on road projects accumulated

over the past ten years:

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 Table 7: Road Projects Arrears

YEAR ACCUMULATED ARREARS (MK’

billions)
2010/11 11.5
2011/12 11.0
2012/13 8.5
2013/14 27.2
2014/15 44.2
2015/16 61.9
2016/17 58.3
2017/18 49.2
2018/19 80.2
2019/20 71.9

Source: Roads Authority

3.1.1.3. Policy Changes for Additional Funding for Roads

Considering resource inadequacy from the main funding sources for roads i.e.
consolidated fund, fuel levy and Development Partners (DP), there is need to
explore additional sources of financing. CMTIF proposes adjustments in the fuel
levy, introduction of toll fees, issuance of long-term bonds, an increase in
allocation of development budget and retention of funds generated by Treasury
Funds in the sector.

(a) Fuel Levy

Currently the fuel levy at 11% generates an estimated MK39.3 billion annually. This
excludes an amount of MK15 per litre included in the fuel levy which goes directly
to Government’s Consolidated Account. Adjusting the fuel levy rate to a
maximum of 16%, fuel revenue would increase to MK57.2 billion realizing an
additional of MK17.9 billion. The ceiling for increasing the levy in the fuel cost
structure is 16 percent.

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The following table summarises the different scenarios of fuel levy rate
adjustment:

Table 8: Projected Income from Fuel Levy Adjustment

FUEL LEVY RATE (%) INCOME RECEIVABLE ADDITIONAL INCOME

(MK’ billion) (MK’ billion)
11 39.3 0
12 42.9 3.6
13 46.5 7.2
14 50.1 10.7
15 53.6 14.4
16 57.2 17.9
Source: Roads Fund Administration

(b) Toll Fees

Introduction of toll fees from 2021/22 would generate MK8 billion according to
studies. As a matter of principle, toll fees will be used to improve the road
condition of the road on which the tolls are collected.

(c) Bonds
Bonds are becoming important means of project financing. Recently,
Government raised K17 billion to finance dual carriage road from Kaunda Road
to City Centre with an interchange at Area 18. With many local banks and
sovereign wealth funds opening up to public investment, the loan terms are
favourable including tenors. Currently Government is in a process of raising a
bond of about K40 billion for construction of a six-lane road between Kenyatta
Drive and Mzimba Drive.

(d) Increased Budget Allocation

Government uses Part 1 and Part II funding for project financing. However, as seen
in the figure above, the funding has been diminishing since year 2018. The CMTIF

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assumes the 2018 funding levels to start to close the infrastructure gap. Taking
these assumptions together, the sector can generate an additional MK66.9 billion
per annum.

3.1.2. Railway Transport

3.1.2.1. Financial Analysis and Funding Strategies

Currently, processes are underway of sourcing funds to resuscitate the Sena
Corridor which will involve the rehabilitation of railway sections from Marka to
Limbe at an estimated cost of MK290 billion. The first phase will involve re-
construction of the Marka – Bangula section at an estimated cost of MK70 billion.
Second phase of Bangula – Makhanga is estimated at MK62.5 billion. The third
phase of Makhanga – Sandama is estimated to cost MK77.5 billion while the fourth
phase of Sandama – Limbe is estimated to cost MK70 billion. The financing of the
projects is expected to come from concession fees, bonds, private financing
institutions and private sector partners.

Table 4 below provides annual revenues generated by the Department of

Railway Services in concession fees between 2016 and 2019:

Table 9: Railway Services Concession Fees Trend

YEAR TOTAL CONCESSION FEES (MK’ billions)

2016 2.4
2017 6.2
2018 7.5
2019 6.6
Source: Railways Services Department

From the table above, it is clear that rail concession fees increased substantially
between 2016 and 2017. The concession fees have remained stable between
2017 and 2019 averaging MK6.7 billion per year. Out of the total annual
concession fees, only 68.95 percent is allocated to rail development projects. The

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remaining 31.05 percent is shared between the Roads Fund Administration, the
regulator and Government consolidated account. The Government should
consider revising the retention percentage to secure more funds for rail
development projects.

The annual rail concession fees are based on an annual tonnage of 14 million.
These are calculated from gross revenue at a rate of 6% for Central East African
Railways (CEAR) and 4.5% for VALE Logistics Limited. The rehabilitated rail
infrastructure is expected to increase the tonnage to 18 million which will
generate MK8.3 billion.

3.1.3. Inland Water Transport

3.1.3.1. Financial Analysis and Funding Strategies

The total estimated financial resources for inland water transport projects are
MK45 billion. Of this amount, only MK10.1 billion has been committed by the
Government for construction of Likoma Port and review of water transport
regulations. This leaves a financial gap of MK34.9 billion (78%).

3.1.3.2. Additional Funding Sources

Government should engage development partners to finance the inland water
transport projects. The African Development Bank has shown interest to support
Mtwara Corridor development which includes rehabilitation of Nkhata Bay Port.
Another avenue of supporting the initiatives in Marine could be revision of existing
marine concessions by making maintenance and investment in infrastructure, a
shared responsibility with the concessionaires, just like in rail transport. Furthermore,
private sector investment should be promoted.

3.1.4. Air Transport

3.1.4.1. Financial Analysis and Funding Strategies

The total budget requirement for the planned projects is amounting to MWK53.6
billion. Presently, Government has committed MK750 million in the 2020/21 FY

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budget while the European Investment Bank have committed MK18.8 billion
towards the ongoing project on Essential Upgrade of Aviation Safety and Security
Equipment. Some projects have also drawn keen financing interest from the
domestic banking sector. The financial gap for the planned projects is MK34.1
billion (65%).

The table below provides annual revenues generated by the Department of Civil
Aviation between the FY 2014/15 and FY 2019/20:

Table 10: Annual Revenue

YEAR ANNUAL REVENUES (MK’ billions)

2014/15 2.3
2015/16 4.1
2016/17 3.5
2017/18 4.1
2018/19 4.9
2019/20 3.0
Source: Civil Aviation Department

3.1.4.2. Additional Funding Sources for Air Transport

Government should consider allowing the subsector to retain a percentage of
revenue specifically for project and institutional development. The ministry will also
explore means of allowing more private sector participation just like it is in other
countries.
In 2011 The Ministry requested an approval to include a security levy on all air
tickets. This money was meant to improve safety and security at the airport. The
ministry has however failed to access the resources due to restrictions. The
Government should ensure the resources are applied to intended purposes.

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3.2. TRANSPORT AND CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
3.2.1. Road traffic and safety services

3.2.1.1. Financial Analysis and Funding Strategies

As a Treasury Fund, the Directorate uses the revenue it collects with an agreed
amount remitted to the Consolidated Fund. The yearly average development
budget for the Directorate is MK3.7 billion. Some road infrastructure protection
and road safety activities are supported by the Road Fund Administration. The
Directorate has also received support from various development partners such as
the World bank to promote road safety.

Therefore, 62% of the earmarked projects in the CMTIF already have funding
available. The Ministry will have to identify 38% of the resources to cover the
deficit.

3.2.1.2. Additional Funding Sources for Road Traffic and Safety Services
The following table provides annual revenue collected by the Directorate of Road
Traffic and Safety Services from 2014/15 FY to 2019/20 FY:

Table 11: DRTSS Annual Revenue Trend

YEAR ANNUAL REVENUES (MK’ billions)

2014/15 2.4
2015/16 4.7
2016/17 5.3
2017/18 6.0
2018/19 9.5
2019/20 12.1
Source: Directorate of Road Traffic and Safety Services

Part of the collected revenue is remitted to The Malawi Energy Regulatory

Authority, Ministry of Finance and the Road Fund Administration. The remaining
amount is used by the DRTSS for its recurrent and development activities upon

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approval by the Government. As a way of raising additional funding for
implementation of DRTSS planned programmes and projects in the CMTIF, the
Ministry will re-negotiate the retention terms with Treasury for an increase. In
addition, it will carry out a review of its functions for private sector participation.

3.2.2. Buildings

3.2.2.1. Financial Analysis and Funding Strategies

The total estimated funding requirements is MK2.4 billion. Of this amount, about
MK701 million (30%) is available while 49 percent is under negotiation. Thus,
funding deficit is at 21%.

3.2.2.2. Additional Funding Sources

To ensure timely supervision and efficient management of public building
projects, the Ministry is proposing that funds for supervision of projects should be
managed by the Buildings Department and not the client MDAs implementing
the projects. Once established, the Buildings Authority is expected to sustain its
operations through fees to allow proper enforcement of regulations and
standards within the sector.

3.2.3. Plant Vehicle Hire and Engineering Services

3.2.3.1. Financial Analysis and Funding Strategies

The total estimated cost is MK5.4 billion most of which is for procurement of plant,
vehicles and workshop tools and equipment. About 20 percent of the required
financial resources are available, 68 percent is under negotiations. The projects
are expected to be financed mainly by the Government while the
recapitalisation may involve either the banks or private investors.

3.2.3.2. Additional Funding Sources

The Ministry may consider engaging private investors through a Public Private
Partnership (PPP) arrangement.

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4. RESOURCE REQUIREMENT PLAN
4.1. Staffing
Implementation of any plan requires resource capacity including staff and
working capital. The Ministry has developed a human resource plan detailing
capacity requirement for different sub-sectors. These have been costed,
budgeted and included in the overall framework as Annex III.

At the moment, most of the departments are under staffed with an average
vacancy rate of 61%. Out of all departments within the Ministry, Buildings, PVHES
and Rail have the highest number of vacant posts.

To address the high vacancy rate challenge, the Ministry has planned for
recruitment of staff, both at technical and support levels in order to fill the critical
existing vacant positions. The Ministry has further planned for trainings and
capacity building initiatives, which are aimed at enhancing the staff knowledge
and skills, critical in the successful implementation of the CMTIF.

The following graph summarises the staffing levels for the Ministry:

Figure 2: Staffing levels for the Ministry at department level

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4.2. Equipment
The Ministry has developed an equipment plan which makes provision for
purchase of equipment necessary for the successful implementation of the CMTIF.
The Equipment Plan is attached as Annex IV.

The Ministry lacks ICT equipment including computers (Laptops), multipurpose

printers and video conferencing, office equipment such as furniture, measuring
devices which are significant for operations in rail, and mechanical equipment
including motor vehicles and motor cycles. The Ministry has thus planned and
costed a procurement schedule of all necessary equipment which is critical in
enabling operations and carrying out of activities in the implementation of the
framework.

5. MONITORING AND EVALUATION

The monitoring and evaluation framework for the CMTIF will use performance
indicators set out in the measurement matrix in annex 1. Output indicators based
on outputs on each project or programme will measure the achievement of all
expected outputs. The attainment of these will be established through regular
monitoring and periodic evaluation.

Outcome indicators, most importantly, will measure the extent to which one or
more projects or programmes through outputs (activities) has achieved the
expected outcomes. Different evaluation techniques including surveys among
others will be used to establish the achievement of all the set outcomes for the
projects and programmes.

The Department of Policy and Planning will supervise work in all four modes of
transport, providing period monitoring reports to management. Since most
projects will be under Government budget, the projects will be implemented
under Public Sector Investment Program (PSIP). As such, the Ministry of Economic

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Planning and Public Sector Reforms will be involved in monitoring and evaluation
and production of reports.

All monitoring mechanisms will be subjected to regular supervision by the

Department of Policy and Planning, together with the Ministry of Economic
Planning and Public Sector Reforms through field missions, regular progress
reports, and annual audit and financial statements. In addition, for donor funded
projects, recourse will be made to the supervision reports prepared by them on
components that they co-finance.

There will be a midterm evaluation of the program to permit corrections if

deemed necessary.

6. OPPORTUNITIES
The Ministry has already identified some opportunities for the successful
implementation of the CMTIF as follows:
• Political will towards implementation of key programmes and projects.
For example:
✓ Development of the Mtwara Corridor;
✓ Establishment of the CAA;
✓ Reconstruction and rehabilitation of the Sena Corridor railway
line; and
✓ Urban roads improvement – construction of 6 lanes and dual
carriage ways in cities to reduce congestion.
• Rehabilitation of the Mzuzu – Nkhata Bay (46km) road which is part of
the Mtwara Corridor was completed;
• Available funding to some of the development programmes in the
budget;

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 • Donor support has been secured and committed to some of the key
programmes and projects e.g., development of Buildings legislation,
essential aviation safety and security project and construction of key
corridor road projects; and
• Presence of the contractor constructing Likoma Jetty who can be
engaged for construction of the 10km road network at Likoma Island
considering the high mobilisation costs.

7. CHALLENGES
• Lack of capacity to undertake all projects identified in the framework
• Political will to adhere to plans; and
• Negative effects of climate change and Covid-19 pandemic.

8. CONCLUSION
The Comprehensive Medium-Term Implementation Framework will go a long way
in catalysing the attainment of goals in the transport and public works sectors as
outlined in the National Transport Master Plan and other policy documents
through implementation of prioritized projects. The CMTIF will also improve the
monitoring and coordination of implementation of projects in the sector. The
CMTIF shall bring about equitable allotment of investments across sub-sectors and
eliminate the tendency of initiating projects outside sectorial and Government
approved plans.

The CMTIF acknowledges that Government cannot have all the resources to
implement all the projects in a specified period of time. As such, the CMTIF has
emphasised that projects with secured resources should be prioritised for
implementation. This will be followed by projects whose on-going funding
processes get completed. The prioritised projects in the CMTIF have a great
potential in improving the transport sector for Malawi and also support other

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sectors of the economy, the impact of which is expected to have a great bearing
on economic growth and the general wellbeing of the citizens of the nation.

It should be acknowledged that the implementation of the prioritized projects will

require serious human and financial commitments. The level of investments that
has been proposed in CMTIF cannot be shouldered by Government alone.
Therefore, the need to explore for additional resources should be emphasised.
Furthermore, there is need to induce the interest of development partners and
the private sector to participate in this cause. Similarly, issues of human capacity
and equipment requirements should be given special attention as they will
provide an enabling environment for the successful implementation of the CMTIF.
Most importantly, the CMTIF requires a strong political will throughout the period
of its implementation. It is the expectation of the Ministry that the CMTIF meets all
the necessary requirements for endorsement from all stakeholders beyond the
Ministry.

Complete or adequate implementation of the framework gives Malawi a great

chance of improving its transport sector, facilitating economic growth, and
achieving national aspirations whilst also significantly contributing towards
achievement of regional and global goals.

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KEY FOR ANNEX I & II

No. Item Area Definition/Description

Funds Available

All Sectors Funding Processes on-

Colour Coding going
1 Prioritised but Funds not
Key
Available
Ongoing and
Roads Government funded in
2020-21 FY

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 ANNEX I: MAIN FRAMEWORK

Prioritised Medium- Estimat Status

Impleme
Strategic Operationa Sub- Term Medium-Term Prioritised ed Cost Estimated Source of
ntation Assumptions
Goal l Sector Expected Expected Outputs Programmes/Projects (US$ Cost (MK of Funds Fundi
Period
Objectives Outcomes million) million) ng

CEAR, The projects

Marka - Bangula
1 2020-2023 93.33 70,000.00 Govt, are
(72km)
PFI bankable
CEAR, and
Bangula - expressed
2 2022-2023 83.33 62,500.00 Govt,
Makhanga (8.7km) interest from
PFI
banks and
CEAR,
Makhanga - pensions
3 2023-2025 103.33 77,500.00 Govt,
Sandama (49km) funds as well
PFI
201km of railway line Government
reconstructed and commitment
upgraded CEAR, to finance
Sandama - Limbe
4 2024-2025 93.33 70,000.00 Govt, the projects
(72km)
PFI will be
Enhanced maintained
efficiency The bridge
in freight will be able
Facilitate CEAR,
services Construction of the to withstand
modal shift 5 2019-2021 9.33 7,000.00 Govt,
Reduce from road Ruo Bridge (175m) effects of
PFI
transport to rail and RAIL climate
costs inland change.
water Feasibility and design There is
transport study for the Expansion of the CEAR, political will
expansion of the 6 railway north of 2020-2022 1.35 1,010.00 Govt, to expand
railway north of Lilongwe. PFI the railway
Lilongwe conducted. network.
Construction of There is
12 shelter facilities to
Shelter facilites CEAR, adequate
support the passenger
1 along the Sandama- 2021-2022 0.75 560.00 Govt, funding to
train service
Balaka-Nayuchi PFI carry out the
constructed
Railway Section. project.
Preparatory
Enhanced
activities
Railway
Malawi Railways 1994 towards
operational CEAR,
Limited (MR (94)) as a assisting the
efficiency 1 MR (94) Reactivation 2021-2025 2.00 1,500.00 Govt,
railway administrator Board in
and PFI
reactivated appointing
infrastructur
the CEO and
al services
recruiting of

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 Prioritised Medium- Estimat Status
Impleme
Strategic Operationa Sub- Term Medium-Term Prioritised ed Cost Estimated Source of
ntation Assumptions
Goal l Sector Expected Expected Outputs Programmes/Projects (US$ Cost (MK of Funds Fundi
Period
Objectives Outcomes million) million) ng

staff carried
out within the
specified
period.
There will be
enough
Railway Training technical
CEAR,
Centre to develop capacity to
2 2022-2024 0.52 391.00 Govt,
railway technical sustain
PFI
capacity. operations of
the training
center.
Government
will continue
Port facilities
to finance
constructed, and
1 Likoma Port 2019-2021 13.33 10,000.00 Govt the project
Cargo Handling
to
Equipment procured
completion
stage.
The project
will be fully
Port facilities supported
rehabilitated, Capital under the
Enhanced
dredging done, 2 Chipoka Port 2020-2025 13.33 10,000.00 Govt Public
efficiency
Navigation lights Infrastructure
INLAND in
installed. Investment
WATER passenger
Programme
and freight
(PSIP).
services
Project
Landing facilities funding will
constructed at be identified
docking places at; soon
Chizumulu, Senga Bay, (Currently
Construction of
Nkhotakota, 4 2020-2025 2.00 1,500.00 Govt there are no
landing facilites
Mangwina, Usisya, existing
Makanjira and, landing
Ruarwe, Tchalo, shelters at
Mlowe. the docking
areas).

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 Prioritised Medium- Estimat Status
Impleme
Strategic Operationa Sub- Term Medium-Term Prioritised ed Cost Estimated Source of
ntation Assumptions
Goal l Sector Expected Expected Outputs Programmes/Projects (US$ Cost (MK of Funds Fundi
Period
Objectives Outcomes million) million) ng

Investors will
Improved
Monkey Bay Shipyard be identified
operations
rehabilitated. Ship timely and
of inland Monkey Bay Govt/PF
repair facilities 7 2020-2025 6.70 5,024.00 the project
water Shipyard I
available to all types will be
transport
of ships. funded
services
adequately.
The
Feasibility studies for proposed
INTERM the establishment of PPP
Intermodal
ODAL Dry Ports in Lilongwe Construction of Dry approach
integration 2021-2025 30.00 22,500.00 PFI
INTERG and Blantyre. Dry Ports Ports will be able
improved
RATION established in to incentivise
Lilongwe and Blantyre the private
sector
The capital
dredging will
Capital dredging address the
done, and Gantry 3 Chilumba port 2020-2023 2.00 1,500.00 Govt negative
Crane replaced climate
effects at the
Port.
The project
will draw
Enhanced commitment
efficiency and
INLAND
in financing at
WATER
operations Jetty, landing facility Regional
Enhance
of key ports for Ro-Ro operation level. (The
regional
and office block Mw/Tz/Z Port is part
connectivit 5 Nkhata Bay Port 2022-2025 20.00 15,000.00
constructed, and a the Mtwara
y
waiting shelter Corridor,
rehabilitated. from the Port
of Mtwara in
Tanzania
through
Malawi to
Zambia.)
Enhanced The World
efficiency Bank are
Nacala Corridor Southern Africa
CORRID in the World willing to
Tripartite Committee 1 Trade and 2021-2025 2.20 1,650.00
ORS operations Bank finance
operationalised. Connectivity Project
of key some CMI
corridors but long-

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Impleme
Strategic Operationa Sub- Term Medium-Term Prioritised ed Cost Estimated Source of
ntation Assumptions
Goal l Sector Expected Expected Outputs Programmes/Projects (US$ Cost (MK of Funds Fundi
Period
Objectives Outcomes million) million) ng

term
sustainability
may be a
challenge.

The World
Corridor Performance bank will
Southern Africa
Information System grant project
Trade and Transport World
(CPM) under Dar es 2 2021-2025 1.00 750.00 extension to
Facilitation Project Bank
Salaam Corridor accommoda
Phase I
adopted te the
component.
Adequate
funding will
Routine Maintenance be provided
Entire public road 281,250.0
of the Public Road 2020-2025 375.00 Govt in the next
network (15,451km) 0
Network five years to
carry out the
activity.
1 Kacheche - Mzuzu Government
2022-2024 37.65 28,237.50 Govt
(50.2km) will provide
2 Mzuzu - Mzimba adequate
2022-2025 72.38 54,281.25 Govt
Enhance T/Off (96.5km) funding.
connectivit 3 Kasungu - KIA T/Off Donor
y of rural (102km) 2021-2023 90.09 67,566.75 Donors requirements
Domestic are met.
areas to
transport
support ROADS 4 Zalewa - Blantyre Government
costs 2021-2023 22.50 16,875.00 Govt
growth of (30km) will provide
reduced
key 5 KIA T/Off - Kanengo adequate
1,602km of paved 2022-2023 8.25 6,187.50 Govt
economic (11km) funding.
road network
sectors 6 Jenda - Mzimba
preserved 2021-2023 16.68 12,510.96 Donors
T/Off (46.7)
Donor
7 Kasungu - Jenda
2021-2023 39.88 29,913.00 Donors requirements
(85.5km)
are met.
8 Chiweta - Kacheche
2021-2023 50.93 38,200.50 Donors
(66.5km)
9 Namitete - Lilongwe
2022-2024 34.28 25,706.25 Govt Government
(45.7km)
will provide
Nkhotakota -
adequate
10 Kaphatenga 2022-2024 77.25 57,937.50 Govt
funding.
(103km)

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Impleme
Strategic Operationa Sub- Term Medium-Term Prioritised ed Cost Estimated Source of
ntation Assumptions
Goal l Sector Expected Expected Outputs Programmes/Projects (US$ Cost (MK of Funds Fundi
Period
Objectives Outcomes million) million) ng

Kaphatenga - M001
11 2022-2025 111.75 83,812.50 Govt
junction (149km)

12 Matawale - Liwonde
2021-2023 49.50 37,125.00 Govt
(66km)
13 Mangochi -
2021-2023 30.75 23,062.50 Govt
Chiponde (41km)
14 Zalewa - Mwanza
2022-2024 42.75 32,062.50 Govt
(57km)
15 Mchinji - Namitete
2024-2025 54.45 40,837.50 Govt
(72.6km)
16 Chingeni - Liwonde
2021-2023 27.00 20,250.00 Donors Donor
(36km)
requirements
17 Nsipe Chingeni
2021-2022 14.25 10,687.50 Donors are met.
(19km)
18 Dwangwa -
2020-2022 42.38 31,781.25 Govt
Nkhotakota (56.5km)
19 Kanengo -
2021-2023 63.00 47,250.00 Govt
Kaphatenga (84km)
20 Chikwawa - Ngabu
2024-2025 17.64 13,230.00 Govt
(50.4km)
21 Lilongwe town hall -
Likuni bridge (8km) Government
2021-2022 2.80 2,100.00 Govt
will provide
adequate
22 Golomoti - funding.
2022-2024 43.50 32,625.00 Govt
Mangoma (58km)
23 Chitipa - Karonga
2023-2025 74.25 55,687.50 Govt
(99km)
24 Bunda - Dedza
2021-2023 61.50 46,125.00 Govt
(82km)
25 Dedza - Nsipe
2023-2025 64.50 48,375.00 Govt
(86km)

Unga Bridge -
1 2022-2024 55.10 41,325.00 Govt
Mangochi (58km)
Nsanje - Marka
2 2020-2021 23.75 17,812.50 Govt Government
1,374km of unpaved (25km)
Thete - Lobi (14km) will provide
roads upgraded 3 2021-2023 13.30 9,975.00 Govt
adequate
Likuni - Malingunde funding.
4 2022-2023 17.10 12,825.00 Govt
(18km)
Matutu - Bua -
5 2022-2024 50.35 37,762.50 Govt
Nambuma (53km)

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 Prioritised Medium- Estimat Status
Impleme
Strategic Operationa Sub- Term Medium-Term Prioritised ed Cost Estimated Source of
ntation Assumptions
Goal l Sector Expected Expected Outputs Programmes/Projects (US$ Cost (MK of Funds Fundi
Period
Objectives Outcomes million) million) ng

Mbobo -
Nkhotakota game
6 2020-2021 31.35 23,512.50 Govt
reserve east
boundary (33km)
Chitanga: Junction
7 M009 - Rumphi 2020-2021 19.00 14,250.00 Govt
boma (20km)
Mtwalo - Mtantha
8 2024-2025 30.40 22,800.00 Govt
(32km)
Mwanza -
9 2021-2024 91.20 68,400.00 Govt
Chikwawa (96km)
Mtantha - Junction
10 2020-2023 48.93 36,693.75 Govt
M022 51.5km)
Marymount Sec
11 School - Bula Usisya 2022-2024 53.20 39,900.00 Govt
(56km)
Lifupa - M001 Jct
12 2023-2025 51.21 38,403.75 Govt
(53.9km)
Nambuma -
13 2022-2024 36.10 27,075.00 Govt
Chimwaza (38km)
Makanjira - Unga
14 2023-2025 36.10 27,075.00 Govt
Bridge (38km)
Kasinje - Ntcheu
15 2021-2024 30.40 22,800.00 Govt
(32km)
Ntcheu - Tsangano -
16 Neno - Mwanza 2020-2025 125.40 94,050.00 Govt
(132km)
Machinga -
17 Chingale - Lirangwe 2020-2023 58.90 44,175.00 Govt
(62km)
Thabwa - Seven
18 2021-2024 38.05 28,537.50 Govt
(59km)
Chinzama - Seven
19 2020-2021 31.35 23,512.50 Govt
(33km)
Livingstonia - Njakwa
20 2020-2022 50.35 37,762.50 Govt
(53km)

Malomo - Ntchisi -
21 2021-2024 65.55 49,162.50 Govt
Dzaleka (69km)

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 Prioritised Medium- Estimat Status
Impleme
Strategic Operationa Sub- Term Medium-Term Prioritised ed Cost Estimated Source of
ntation Assumptions
Goal l Sector Expected Expected Outputs Programmes/Projects (US$ Cost (MK of Funds Fundi
Period
Objectives Outcomes million) million) ng

Mzimba: Junction
M009 -
22 Majighasawa: 2020-2021 16.15 12,112.50 Govt
Junction M001
(17km)
Nsanama - Nayuchi
23 2021-2024 41.80 31,350.00 Govt
(44km)
Cape Maclear -
24 2021-2023 17.10 12,825.00 Govt
Nsandu (18km)
Mikolongwe -
25 2021-2023 17.10 12,825.00 Govt
Chilemba (18km)
Mkanda - Kapiri
26 2021-2023 20.90 15,675.00 Govt
(22km)
Chiringa - Muloza
27 2020-2023 47.50 35,625.00 Govt
(50km)
28 Didi - Thunga (24km) 2021-2023 22.80 17,100.00 Govt
Makande: Junction
29 M004/D345 - 2021-2023 16.15 12,112.50 Govt
Luchenza (17km)
Likoma/Chizumulu
30 island roads (10km) 2024-2025 9.50 7,125.00 Govt

(i) Capacity of Kenyatta and

Government
selected urban roads Mzimba Street in
will provide
improved, (ii) Bus 1 Lilongwe (8.3km) 2020-2022 55.00 41,250.00 Govt
adequate
Rapid Transit (BRT)
funding
introduced in Lilongwe
Junction with Paul Donor
Improve 2 kagame to Junction 2021-2024 40.00 30,000.00 Japan requirements
the safety with Lubani (3km) are met.
Travel time
of Decongest
in urban Junction with Lubani Government
transport traffic in
areas to Junction with will provide
infrastruct cities 3 2022-2023 4.05 3,035.25 Govt
reduced Capacity of selected Chidzanja (2km) adequate
ure and
urban roads improved funding
services
(83km) Kanengo to Donor
4 Crossroads (10km) 2021-2023 22.80 17,100.00 China requirements
are met.
Kaunda and
Chendawaka roads Government
5 2022-2024 31.00 23,250.00 Govt
(13km) will provide

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 Prioritised Medium- Estimat Status
Impleme
Strategic Operationa Sub- Term Medium-Term Prioritised ed Cost Estimated Source of
ntation Assumptions
Goal l Sector Expected Expected Outputs Programmes/Projects (US$ Cost (MK of Funds Fundi
Period
Objectives Outcomes million) million) ng

Crossroads to adequate
6 Junction with Paul 2022-2023 2.28 1,710.00 Govt funding.
Kagame (1km)
Junction with
Chidzanja to
7 2023-2025 10.83 8,122.50 Govt
Junction with S125
(6km)
Lunzu to Junction
with M2 (Old
8 2023-2025 33.25 24,937.50 Govt
kandodo Corner
shop) (18km)
3 Miles to Matawale
9 2023-2025 19.00 14,250.00 Govt
(10km)
Mzuzu University to
10 Mchengautuwa 2023-2025 23.00 17,250.00 Govt
(12km)
Kameza Round
11 About to Chileka 2023-2025 15.20 11,400.00 Govt
(8km)
Feasibility study 2021-2023 1.50 1,125.00 Govt
Phase I: Lilongwe to Lilongwe to Blantyre
14 142,500.0
Dedza (100km) dual M1 (321km) 2023-2025 190.00 Govt
0
carriage
Blantyre bypass
2020-2025 92.15 69,112.50 Govt
(97km)
Lilongwe east
2023-2025 36.10 27,075.00 Govt
bypass (38km)
Construction of
176.8km by-pass roads Lilongwe west
bypass (Dzenza - 2022-2023 11.40 8,550.00 Govt
M001 Jct) (12km)
Mzuzu bypass
2023-2025 28.50 21,375.00 Govt
(30km)
New road
construction
Access for
projects will
Non-
Urban and City roads incorporate
Motorised Road Improvement Govt,
with cycle lanes and 2021-2025 50.00 37,500.00 the proposed
Transport Programme Donors
pedestrian walkways. cycle lanes
(NMT)
and
improved
pedestrian
walkways.

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 Prioritised Medium- Estimat Status
Impleme
Strategic Operationa Sub- Term Medium-Term Prioritised ed Cost Estimated Source of
ntation Assumptions
Goal l Sector Expected Expected Outputs Programmes/Projects (US$ Cost (MK of Funds Fundi
Period
Objectives Outcomes million) million) ng

There will be
New offices and Construction of CML Government
modern Laboratory 1 Offices and 2022-2025 3.56 2,672.64 Govt commitment
building constructed. Laboratory. to finance
Improve the project.
certificatio
n of Field testing
1 2021-2025 1.90 1,425.40 Govt
constructio Capacity equipment.
Capacity
n materials of CML
Soil and Rock constraints of
at Central improved.
mechanics advanced 1 Morden CML 2021-2022 0.48 356.35 Govt CML will be
Materials
testing equipment. Laboratory addressed in
Laboratory
equipment the short to
(CML). Cement and concrete
2 2022-2023 0.48 356.35 Govt medium
testing equipment term.
Asphalt testing
1 2021-2023 0.95 712.70 Govt
equipment.
Road Traffic Political Will
Regulation (2000) be secured
reviewed 2020-2022 0.13 100.00 Govt to adopt the
proposed
changes
Enforcement
equipment (800 PDAs Timely
and Printers, 10 Speed Govt, approval of
Cameras, 4 Automatic 2020-2025 0.13 100.00
Donors procurement
Reduce Number Plate Reader processes
fatalities Enhanced (ANPR) 1
and injuries road traffic Road Traffic E-
ROAD 8 unmanned speed Capacity to
resulting law enforcement (DRTSS
TRAFFIC cameras procured. operate the
from road enforceme and MPS)
traffic nt System for unmanned system will be
accidents cameras sufficient and
commissioned. 2021-2025 2.80 2,100.00 Govt there will be
timely
approval of
procurement
processes
4 towing vehicles, Capacity to
starting with 2 vehicles manage the
6 2020-2023 0.80 600.00 Govt
(BT & LL) vehicles will
be sufficient.

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 Prioritised Medium- Estimat Status
Impleme
Strategic Operationa Sub- Term Medium-Term Prioritised ed Cost Estimated Source of
ntation Assumptions
Goal l Sector Expected Expected Outputs Programmes/Projects (US$ Cost (MK of Funds Fundi
Period
Objectives Outcomes million) million) ng

Colour Coding Enough

Programme for Public public and
Service Vehicles stakeholder
enhanced (minibuses, awareness
Colour Coding of
taxis) programs
7 Public Service 2021-2023 0.01 7.00 Govt
held before
Vehicles
inception
and
implementati
on
Enhanced 4 road safety mobile Timely
road safety vehicles (2 for Blantyre Road Safety approval of
4 2020-2021 0.40 300.00 Govt
awareness and Lilongwe) Awareness procurement
and civic processes.
education 2 children road safety Timely
park constructed Govt, approval of
7 2023-2025 2.67 2,000.00
Construction of Donors procurement
Children Safety Park processes.
Improved Upgrade of
road MalTIS will be
accident completed
database Road Safety Database Govt, timely and
2 MalTIS Upgrade 2021-2022 0.03 25.00
upgraded Donors handed over
to the
Government
of Malawi.
Vehicle testing stations
in Karonga, Mangochi Support from
and Ngabu 1 2020-2022 0.93 700.00 Govt all key
constructed and offer institutions
some DRTSS services
Improve Vehicle testing stations
capacity in Decongest in urban cities Construction and Availability of
road traffic the road constructed. 3 maintenance of 2022-2023 1.33 1,000.00 Govt land for the
and safety traffic Vehicle Testing project
managem stations Stations
ent Existing vehicle travel
inspection stations restriction
maintained uplifted for
2 2021-2022 0.12 90.00 Govt
the coming
in of the
consultant

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Impleme
Strategic Operationa Sub- Term Medium-Term Prioritised ed Cost Estimated Source of
ntation Assumptions
Goal l Sector Expected Expected Outputs Programmes/Projects (US$ Cost (MK of Funds Fundi
Period
Objectives Outcomes million) million) ng

7 mobile MalTIS 1
equipment procured
2020-2023 0.27 200.00 Govt
and roll-out the
services. Availability of
Establishment of
4 Vehicles for mobile 2 funds to
Mobile MalTIS
MalTIS operations 2020-2024 0.47 350.00 Govt procure all
solution
procured. the units.
4 mobile vehicle 3
testing equipment 2023-2024 0.67 500.00 Govt
procured.
4 driver testing yards
constructed in urban Availability of
areas (Zomba, Construction of funds and
1 2021-2025 8.00 6,000.00 Govt
Blantyre, Lilongwe and driver testing yards space for the
Mzuzu) project

Digitised
Online MalTIS software services will
Digitise Road Traffic
services procured and 5 2021-2022 0.07 50.00 Govt be
and Safety Services
introduced. adequately
adopted.
Improve Road Traffic Authority Political will
managem established. to establish
ent of road another
2 2024-2025 0.13 100.00 Govt
traffic and Establishment of authority
safety Road Traffic may be a
services Authority challenge

Review the Road Functional

Traffic and Safety Review will
Functional Review 2021-2023 0.03 25.00 Govt
Services be
Establishment. approved.

Availability of
Increase
funds to
office
Lilongwe and Blantyre Construction of Govt, have all the
space in all 1 2020-2025 10.67 8,000.00
DRTSS office parks DRTSS office parks Donors required sub-
DRTSS
projects
Stations
done.
Improve 6 weighbridge stations Nkhotakota Availability of
2 2020-2022 0.53 400.00 Govt
infrastructur constructed weighbridge station funds to

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Strategic Operationa Sub- Term Medium-Term Prioritised ed Cost Estimated Source of
ntation Assumptions
Goal l Sector Expected Expected Outputs Programmes/Projects (US$ Cost (MK of Funds Fundi
Period
Objectives Outcomes million) million) ng

e Dedza weighbridge have all

2020-2024 1.20 900.00 Govt
protection station stations
Bwengu constructed
2022-2025 0.67 500.00 Govt
weighbridge station
Karonga
2021-2024 1.20 900.00 Govt
weighbridge station
Mwanza
2021-2025 1.20 900.00 Govt
weighbridge station
Mangochi-
Chiponde Govt,
2022-2025 1.20 900.00
weighbridge station Donors

Vehicle Upgrading and

overloadin expansion of Balaka 2023-2024 0.11 80.00 Govt
Balaka and Dedza station
g reduced weigh-in-motion 4
stations established. Upgrading and
expansion of Dedza 2024-2025 0.11 80.00 Govt
station
3 MalTIS
Link all weighbridges Upgrade will
2021-2022 0.13 100.00 Govt
to the MalTIS be finalised
Upgrading and timely.
expansion of vehicle The portable
load control services scales will be
Procure 10 portable
1 2020-2025 0.57 430.00 Govt durable for
scales
the specified
period.
The
Improve Increased
enrolment
safety in number of
rates will
operations trained Lecture theatre,
respond to
of INLAND seafarers to Classroom blocks, Expansion of Marine
6 2023-2025 2.00 1,500.00 Govt the
passengers WATER meet Cafeteria and Brick Training College
expanded
and freight demand fence constructed.
capacity of
services on on marine
the training
water. vessels
college.
AIR Airports Air Navigation Manufacture
Enhance (i) Geodetic survey
TRANSP and Air 1 Infrastructure 2021-2024 3.00 2,250.00 Govt rs and
aviation conducted.
ORT Navigation Improvement suppliers will

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 Prioritised Medium- Estimat Status
Impleme
Strategic Operationa Sub- Term Medium-Term Prioritised ed Cost Estimated Source of
ntation Assumptions
Goal l Sector Expected Expected Outputs Programmes/Projects (US$ Cost (MK of Funds Fundi
Period
Objectives Outcomes million) million) ng

safety and (Communi (ii) Area cover be back to

security cations, equipment installed full capacity
Navigation, (Extended VHF range) in operations
Surveillanc 2022-2023 0.07 50.00 Govt following the
at Zomba peak
e) station, Nyika station, Covid-19
Infrastructur and Mzuzu station. pandemic
e Improved
(iii) Minor aerodromes
such as security Availability of
fences, terminal finances in
2021-2023 0.40 300.00 Govt
building and the required
operational blocks period.
rehabilitated.
(iv) Chileka runway Project
reconstructed by proposal
Govt/D
widening (30m to 2020-2023 1.67 1,250.00 receives
onors
45m) and lengthening approval
(2.3km to 3km). from EIB.
(i) Runway
rehabilitated (ii) Apron
The project
reconstructed (iii)
will address
Airside visual aids
Enhancement of KIA safety
established (iii) Airport
Infrastructure, concerns at
Rescue and
2 Operations, 2021-2024 38.00 28,500.00 Govt KIA airside
Firefighting Equipment
Procedures and and lead to
procured (iv)
Training. certification
Operational manuals
of the
established (v) Wildlife
Airport.
preservation measures
established
Upgraded
(i) Fire station at Continued
essential
Chileka constructed, Essential Aviation support from
aviation Govt/EI
(ii) Security fence and 2 Safety and Security 2020-2022 25.07 18,800.00 EIB to ensure
safety and B
perimeter road at CIA Project project
security
and KIA rehabilitated. completion.
equipment
Funding
(i) Orientation session levels will be
Strengthen Improved
AIR for Board members consistent in
regulation air Establishment of Civil
TRANSP (ii)Two Board meetings 1 2020-2023 1.00 750.00 Govt line with the
of transport transport Aviation Authority
ORT (iii) Transitional CAA roadmap for
services regulation
operational establishmen
t of the CAA.

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 Prioritised Medium- Estimat Status
Impleme
Strategic Operationa Sub- Term Medium-Term Prioritised ed Cost Estimated Source of
ntation Assumptions
Goal l Sector Expected Expected Outputs Programmes/Projects (US$ Cost (MK of Funds Fundi
Period
Objectives Outcomes million) million) ng

KIA Aerodrome
certified in
Certification of KIA
accordance to ICAO 2 2024-2025 0.13 100.00 Govt
Aerodrome
Safety and Security
Standards.

Air Cargo Malawi Ltd

The CAA is
licenced as an all- 2021-2023 0.40 300.00 Govt
established
cargo operator. to regulate
LIHACO licensed as an operators
approved ground Certification of Air 2021-2022 0.13 100.00 Govt and service
handler. 3 Transport Service providers.
Operator(s) for the Providers
management and
operations of
2020-2022 0.07 50.00 Govt
commercial service
airports in Malawi
established.
Study to inform the
There is
establishment of a
adequate
new airline conducted 2021-2023 1.33 1,000.00 Govt
domestic
(e.g., regional, low
Establishment of a and
cost) 4
New National Airline international
Processes of
demand for
establishing a new
2023-2024 0.13 100.00 Govt passenger
national airline
services
facilitated
The revised
regulation
Consultations on the will address
Enhanced
draft revised Inland emerging
regulatory Review of Water
INLAND Waters Shipping Act. safety issues
oversight in 1 Transport Safety 2021-2022 0.13 100.00 Govt
WATER Inland Waters Shipping in operations
water Regulations
Act concluded and of passenger
transport.
Gazetted. and freight
services on
water.

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 Prioritised Medium- Estimat Status
Impleme
Strategic Operationa Sub- Term Medium-Term Prioritised ed Cost Estimated Source of
ntation Assumptions
Goal l Sector Expected Expected Outputs Programmes/Projects (US$ Cost (MK of Funds Fundi
Period
Objectives Outcomes million) million) ng

Enhanced Gaps
regulation identified by
of the Consultations on the the Ministry
railway sub- draft revised Railway of Justice
Review of the
RAIL sector in Act concluded. The 1 2020-2021 0.03 21.00 Govt and
Railway Act
line with Revised Railway Act Constitutiona
present Gazetted. l Affairs
day railway addressed
setting. timely.
Study conducted, The study will
Cabinet Paper recommend
towards establishment Govt, appropriate
2022-2023 1.00 750.00
of Rail and Marine Donors steps to
Enhanced
Regulatory Authority establish
regulatory
of Malawi (RAMRAM) RAMRAM.
RAIL & oversight
Establishment of There is
INLAND over
RAMRAM interest from
WATER passenger
and freight Developmen
services RAMRAM Govt, t Partners to
2023-2025 1.25 937.50
operationalised Donors support the
establishmen
t of
RAMRAM.
Enhanced
regulation Study on
of rural establishment of Rural Govt,
2021-2023 1.00 750.00
transportati Transport Authority Donors Political Will
on and (RTA) conducted to establish
improved the RTA will
transportati be
on of adequate.
INTERM Key stakeholders Govt,
agricultural Transport Regulation 2023-2024 0.13 100.00
ODAL identified Donors
produce to Improvement
INTERG markets Programme
RATION Study on
establishment of
Enhanced Govt, Political Will
Urban Areas Transport 2021-2023 1.00 750.00
regulation Donors to establish
Authority (UATA)
of urban conducted the UATA will
transport be
systems Key stakeholders Govt, adequate
2023-2024 0.13 100
identified Donors

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 Prioritised Medium- Estimat Status
Impleme
Strategic Operationa Sub- Term Medium-Term Prioritised ed Cost Estimated Source of
ntation Assumptions
Goal l Sector Expected Expected Outputs Programmes/Projects (US$ Cost (MK of Funds Fundi
Period
Objectives Outcomes million) million) ng

Improve Improved
capacity implement
The finalised
of local ation of
PVHES Strategic Plan Review of PVHES strategic
constructi PVHES
finalised and 1 Strategic and 2020-2021 0.03 20.00 Govt plan will be
on plans,
approved Business plans fully
industry programm
implemented
es and
activities.
Functional Review
approved and
implemented The
Monitoring and functional
Restructure surveillance system review
Functional review
PVHES installed 2 2020-2022 0.30 225.00 Govt recommend
implementation
ations
Improved Automated invoicing, approval by
governanc billing and revenue government.
e and collection system
operations established
of PVHES
PVHES
Review of
Trust/autono
institutional
PVHES Autonomous mous
arrangements and
institution/PVHES Trust 2021-2023 0.53 400.00 Govt authority
legal mandate for
established establishmen
the re-establishment
t approval by
of PVHES
government
PVHES workshops and Rehabilitation of Timely
equipment workshop assessment
rehabilitated and infrastructure and and disposal
maintained. 3 2020-2022 0.47 350.00 Govt
maintenance of of obsolete
Enhanced
PVHES plant and PVHES plant & plant and
business
vehicles maintained vehicles equipment.
operations
of PVHES in New workshop tools All key
Recapitalis hiring and and equipment players
e PVHES maintenan procured for Karonga, committed
ce of plant, Ngabu and Mangochi to the
vehicles Vehicle Inspection implementati
VIS Project with
and Station (VIS). 4 2020-2021 0.57 425.00 Govt on process of
DRTSS
equipment the project.
The project is
Automated system being
undertaken
by

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 Prioritised Medium- Estimat Status
Impleme
Strategic Operationa Sub- Term Medium-Term Prioritised ed Cost Estimated Source of
ntation Assumptions
Goal l Sector Expected Expected Outputs Programmes/Projects (US$ Cost (MK of Funds Fundi
Period
Objectives Outcomes million) million) ng

collaborative
partners:
PVHES,
DRTSS, RFA
and RA.
Request for Proposal
document for Public RFP will be
Private Partnership approved
Investment timely
developed.
New plant & vehicles PPPI,
purchased. The business
Govt,
Rehabilitated Recapitalisation of case which
6 2020-2025 4.50 3,375.00 Comm
Infrastructure PVHES PVHES will
ercial
develop will
New workshop tools banks
generate
and equipment
adequate
procured.
Interest from
Improved institutional the private
and human capacity sector.

Government
Automated system for
Development of Funding will
management of
5 PVHES Automated 2019-2021 0.30 225.00 Govt be secured
PVHES operations
System to complete
developed.
the project.
PVHES will be
competitive
in the
provision of
New business portfolio Number Plate the service
10 2020-2021 0.10 75.00 Govt
developed. Embossing against the
mushroomin
g private
service
providers.
Increase Technical Project Design for Annual
Construction of
market CONSTR capacity of purpose built NCIC revenue
2 NCIC training 2020-2022 0.17 129.00 NCIC
share for UCTION local firms office and workshop targets will
institution and
the local enhanced Complex. be realised.

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 Prioritised Medium- Estimat Status
Impleme
Strategic Operationa Sub- Term Medium-Term Prioritised ed Cost Estimated Source of
ntation Assumptions
Goal l Sector Expected Expected Outputs Programmes/Projects (US$ Cost (MK of Funds Fundi
Period
Objectives Outcomes million) million) ng

constructio upgrading of There is

n firms training programmes collaboration
Tailor made, with key
foremanship, Clerk of stakeholders
Works and demand for the
driven training course training
facilitated programmes.
Financial Remission of retention
capacity of funds to regulated
local firms fund manager
enhanced enforced There is
going to be
Improve 1 NCI Bill Amendment 2020-2023 0.01 10.00 NCIC political will
Enhanced
regulatio Strengthen to establish
regulatory
n of the constructio NCI Act and the Authority.
oversight in
Construct n industry Regulations revised.
constructio
ion regulatory n industry.
Industry frameworks
Improved
standards
and quality
assurance Full Treasury
Development of
(financial)
Enhanced Fleet Management fleet management
7 2020-2022 0.10 75.00 Govt and OPC
Improve managem Policy formulated policy and
support
regulatio ent and guidelines
secured.
n, control of
Enhance
manage Governme
and sustain
ment and nt fleet
Governme
oversight PVHES Improved
nt fleet
of coordinatio
managem
Governm n of Fleet Management
ent 8
ent fleet: governmen System established Full Treasury
plant and Development and
t fleet (financial)
vehicles. implementation of
operations. 2020-2022 0.30 225.00 Govt and OPC
fleet management
Reduced support
system
capital and secured
Updated Asset
running 9
Inventory
costs for
Govt fleet
Functiona Strengthen 1. Development of Continued
BUILDIN National Buildings Govt,
l, regulation Strengthen 1 Buildings Legislation 2020-2021 0.04 30.00 financial and
GS Policy formulated WB
stronger, of the ed legal (DBL) Project technical

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 Prioritised Medium- Estimat Status
Impleme
Strategic Operationa Sub- Term Medium-Term Prioritised ed Cost Estimated Source of
ntation Assumptions
Goal l Sector Expected Expected Outputs Programmes/Projects (US$ Cost (MK of Funds Fundi
Period
Objectives Outcomes million) million) ng

aesthetic Buildings mandate; support from

s and sector. 2. the World
resilient Improved Bank.
buildings quality Continued
functionalit financial and
y and National Building Bill Govt, technical
resilience 2020-2021 0.07 51.00
enacted WB support from
of buildings the World
Bank.
There is
going to be
Buildings Authority Govt, political will
2020-2022 0.50 375.00
established Donors to establish
the Buildings
Authority.
Funds will be
Board of Architect
available
and Quantity
2020-2021 0.06 48.00 Govt withing the
Surveyors Act (BoAQS)
specified
reviewed.
timeline.
There will be
Coordination with Sensitise
cooperation
stakeholders 3 stakeholders on 2020-2022 0.06 42.00 Govt
with the
strengthened matters of ethics
stakeholders
Enhanced
Stakeholders
professional Develop professional
will comply
ism in the ethics code for
Regulations and with
building architects and
standards in the standards
sector 2 quantity surveyors 2020-2024 0.13 98.00 Govt
building sector and
through the Board of
adhered to regulations
Architects and
Quantity Surveyors.
The service
charter will
Service charter Review, analyse,
Strengthen Improved be
implemented and finalise and
good service 1 2020-2022 0.05 39.00 Govt developed
employees and clients implement service
governanc delivery in and
sensitised. charter
e in the the disseminated
Buildings Buildings timely.
sector sector. Carry out and Compliance
Functional Review
1 implement a 2020-2022 0.06 42.00 Govt by the
implemented
Functional Review stakeholders

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Impleme
Strategic Operationa Sub- Term Medium-Term Prioritised ed Cost Estimated Source of
ntation Assumptions
Goal l Sector Expected Expected Outputs Programmes/Projects (US$ Cost (MK of Funds Fundi
Period
Objectives Outcomes million) million) ng

Engage
Collaborative Stakeholders on the Compliance
procurement 2 role of DOB on 2020-2025 0.05 39.00 Govt by the
processes promoted. procurement of civil stakeholders.
works
The system
Buildings Information will be
Buildings Information Govt/D
Modelling System 1 2020-2022 0.67 500.00 adopted by
Modelling onors
implemented. the
stakeholders
Collaboratio
Review, analyse and
n with key
Standard consolidate
stakeholders
specifications on standard Govt/D
1 2020-2022 0.13 100.00 (NCIC, MBS
measurements specifications and onor
and
developed. Malawi Method of
professional
Measurements
bodies)
Provide
Collaboratio
technical Improved Building Cost Indices Engage Consultants, Govt/D
3 2020-2025 0.13 100.00 n with key
support provision of developed finalise and roll out onor
stakeholders
services on buildings
building technical Assess capacity of
constructio services Strengthen Collaboratio
local assemblies; Govt/D
n projects Decentralization of 3 2020-2024 0.26 200.00 n with key
strengthen Regional onor
Building Services stakeholders
Offices
Availability of
Procurement of
adequate
equipment, vehicles
VVIP support provided 4 2020-2025 0.47 350.00 Govt and timely
and demountable
project funds
VVIP Platforms.
by Treasury
Availability of
adequate
Landscape works Capital Hill
3 2020-2025 0.50 360.00 Govt and timely
provided Landscape project.
project funds
by Treasury

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Statu
Medium-Term Implement Estimated
Prioritised Estimated Cost Source of s of FY FY FY FY FY
Sector Expected ation Cost (US$
Programmes/Projects (MK million) Funds Fundi 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Outputs Period million)
ng

No.

Marka - Bangula CEAR, 11,000. 30,000. 29,000.

1 2020-2023 93.33 70,000.00
(72km) Govt, PFI 00 00 00

Bangula - CEAR, 10,500. 26,000. 26,000.

201km of railway 2 2022-2023 83.33 62,500.00
Makhanga (8.7km) Govt, PFI 00 00 00
line Makhanga - CEAR, 8,500.0 19,000. 25,000. 25,000.
reconstructed 3 2023-2025 103.33 77,500.00
Sandama (49km) Govt, PFI 0 00 00 00
and upgraded. Sandama - Limbe CEAR, 35,000. 35,000.
4 2023 - 2025 93.33 70,000.00
(72km) Govt, PFI 00 00

Construction of the CEAR, 2,000.0 5,000.0

5 2019-2021 9.33 7,000.00
Ruo Bridge (175m) Govt, PFI 0 0

Feasibility and
RAIL design study for
Expansion of the
the expansion of CEAR,
6 railway north of 2020-2022 1.35 1,010.00 210.00 400.00 400.00
the railway north Govt, PFI
Lilongwe
of Lilongwe
conducted.
12 shelter
Construction of
facilities to
Shelter facilites
support the CEAR,
1 along the Sandama- 2021 - 2022 0.75 560.00 100.00 300.00 160.00
passenger train Govt, PFI
Balaka-Nayuchi
service
Railway Section
constructed.
Malawi Railways
1994 Limited (MR
CEAR,
(94)) as a railway 1 MR (94) Reactivation 2021 - 2025 2.00 1,500.00 250.00 500.00 500.00 250.00
Govt, PFI
administrator
reactivated.

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 Statu
Medium-Term Implement Estimated
Prioritised Estimated Cost Source of s of FY FY FY FY FY
Sector Expected ation Cost (US$
Programmes/Projects (MK million) Funds Fundi 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Outputs Period million)
ng

Railway Training
Centre to
CEAR,
develop railway 2022 - 2024 0.52 391.00 195.00 196.00
Govt, PFI
technical
capacity.
Consultations on
the draft revised
Railway Act Review of the
1 2020 - 2021 0.03 21.00 Govt 11.00 10.00
concluded. The Railway Act
Revised Railway
Act Gazetted.
Study
conducted,
Cabinet Paper
towards
establishment of Govt,
RAIL & 2022-2023 1.00 750.00 750.00
Rail and Marine Establishment of Donors
INLAND
Regulatory RAMRAM
WATER
Authority of
Malawi
(RAMRAM)
RAMRAM Govt,
2023-2025 1.25 937.50 468.75 468.75
operationalised Donors
Port facilities
constructed,
and Cargo 2,597.0 2,598.0
1 Likoma Port 2019 - 2021 13.33 10,000.00 Govt
Handling 0 0
Equipment
procured
Port facilities
rehabilitated,
Capital dredging 1,700.0 5,000.0 3,000.0
2 Chipoka Port 2020 - 2025 13.33 10,000.00 Govt 300.00
done, 0 0 0
INLAND
Navigation lights
WATER
installed.
Landing facilities
constructed at
docking places
at; Chizumulu,
Construction of
Senga Bay, 4 2020 - 2025 2.00 1,500.00 Govt 500.00 500.00 500.00
landing facilities
Nkhotakota,
Mangwina,
Usisya, Makanjira
and, Ruarwe,

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 Statu
Medium-Term Implement Estimated
Prioritised Estimated Cost Source of s of FY FY FY FY FY
Sector Expected ation Cost (US$
Programmes/Projects (MK million) Funds Fundi 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Outputs Period million)
ng

Tchalo and
Mlowe.

Monkey Bay
Shipyard
rehabilitated.
Monkey Bay 1,231.0 1,231.0 1,231.0 1,231.0
Ship repair 7 2020 -2025 6.70 5,024.00 Govt/PFI 100.00
Shipyard 0 0 0 0
facilities
available to all
types of ships.
Lecture theatre,
Classroom
Expansion of Marine 1,000.0
blocks, Cafeteria 6 2023 - 2025 2.00 1,500.00 Govt 500.00
Training College 0
and Brick fence
constructed.
Consultations on
the draft revised
Inland Waters
Review of Water
Shipping Act.
Transport Safety 2021 - 2022 0.13 100.00 Govt 100.00
Inland Waters
Regulations
Shipping Act
concluded and
Gazetted.
Capital dredging
done, and 1,500.0
3 Chilumba port 2020 - 2023 2.00 1,500.00 Govt
Gantry Crane 0
replaced
Jetty, landing
facility for Ro-Ro
operation and
office block Mw/Tz/Z 5,000.0 5,000.0 5,000.0
5 Nkhata Bay Port 2022 - 2025 20.00 15,000.00
constructed, a 0 0 0
and waiting
shelter
rehabilitated.
Feasibility studies
INTERM
for the
ODAL Construction of Dry 5,500.0 5,700.0 5,700.0 5,600.0
establishment of 2021 - 2025 30.00 22,500.00 PFI
INTERG Ports 0 0 0 0
Dry Ports in
RATION
Lilongwe and

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 Statu
Medium-Term Implement Estimated
Prioritised Estimated Cost Source of s of FY FY FY FY FY
Sector Expected ation Cost (US$
Programmes/Projects (MK million) Funds Fundi 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Outputs Period million)
ng

Blantyre. Dry
Ports established
in Lilongwe and
Blantyre

Study on
establishment of
Govt,
Rural Transport 2021-2023 1.00 750.00 375.00 375.00
Donors
Authority (RTA)
conducted
Key stakeholders Govt,
2023-2024 0.13 100.00 100.00
identified Transport Regulation Donors
Study on Improvement
establishment of Programme
Urban Areas Govt,
2021-2023 1.00 750.00 375.00 375.00
Transport Donors
Authority (UATA)
conducted
Key stakeholders Govt,
2023-2024 0.13 100.00 100
identified Donors
Nacala Corridor
Southern Africa
Tripartite World
1 Trade and 2021 - 2025 2.20 1,650.00 330.00 330.00 330.00 330.00 330.00
Committee Bank
Connectivity Project
operationalised.
Corridor
CORRID
Performance
ORS Southern Africa
Information
Trade and Transport World
System (CPM) 2 2021 - 2025 1.00 750.00 150.00 150.00 150.00 150.00 150.00
Facilitation Project Bank
under Dar es
Phase I
Salaam Corridor
adopted
Routine
Maintenance of Entire public road 56,250. 56,250. 56,250. 56,250. 56,250.
2020-2025 375.00 281,250.00 Govt
the Public Road network (15,451km) 00 00 00 00 00
Network
Kacheche - Mzuzu 14,062. 14,175.
1 2022-2024 37.65 28,237.50 Govt
(50.2km) 50 00
ROADS
1,602km of Mzuzu - Mzimba 16,875. 22,500. 14,906.
2 2022-2025 72.38 54,281.25 Govt
paved road T/Off (96.5km) 00 00 25
network Kasungu - KIA T/Off 33,120. 34,445.
3 2021-2023 90.09 67,566.75 Donors
preserved (102km) 96 79
Zalewa - Blantyre 8,437.5 8,437.5
4 2021-2023 22.50 16,875.00 Govt
(30km) 0 0

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 Statu
Medium-Term Implement Estimated
Prioritised Estimated Cost Source of s of FY FY FY FY FY
Sector Expected ation Cost (US$
Programmes/Projects (MK million) Funds Fundi 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Outputs Period million)
ng

KIA T/Off - Kanengo 6,187.5

5 2022-2023 8.25 6,187.50 Govt
(11km) 0
Jenda - Mzimba 7,985.7 4,525.2
6 2021-2023 16.68 12,510.96 Donors
T/Off (46.7) 2 4
Kasungu - Jenda 17,492. 12,420.
7 2021-2023 39.88 29,913.00 Donors
(85.5km) 98 02
Chiweta - Kacheche 22,977. 15,222.
8 2021-2023 50.93 38,200.50 Donors
(66.5km) 74 76
Namitete - Lilongwe 14,062. 11,643.
9 2022-2024 34.28 25,706.25 Govt
(45.7km) 50 75
Nkhotakota -
28,125. 29,812.
10 Kaphatenga 2022-2024 77.25 57,937.50 Govt
00 50
(103km)

Kaphatenga - M001 28,125. 28,125. 27,562.

11 2022-2025 111.75 83,812.50 Govt
junction (149km) 00 00 50

Matawale - Liwonde 22,500. 14,625.

12 2021-2023 49.50 37,125.00 Govt
(66km) 00 00
Mangochi - 16,875. 6,187.5
13 2021-2023 30.75 23,062.50 Govt
Chiponde (41km) 00 0
Zalewa - Mwanza 16,875. 15,187.
14 2022-2024 42.75 32,062.50 Govt
(57km) 00 50
Mchinji - Namitete 22,500. 18,337.
15 2024-2025 54.45 40,837.50 Govt
(72.6km) 00 50
Chingeni - Liwonde 5,625.0 14,625.
16 2021-2023 27.00 20,250.00 Donors
(36km) 0 00
Nsipe Chingeni 10,687.
17 2021-2022 14.25 10,687.50 Donors
(19km) 50
Dwangwa - 11,250. 20,531.
18 2020-2022 42.38 31,781.25 Govt
Nkhotakota (56.5km) 00 25
Kanengo - 19,125. 28,125.
19 2021-2023 63.00 47,250.00 Govt
Kaphatenga (84km) 00 00
Chikwawa - Ngabu 7,875.0 5,355.0
20 2024-2025 17.64 13,230.00 Govt
(50.4km) 0 0
Lilongwe town hall - 2,100.0
21 Likuni bridge (8km) 2021-2022 2.80 2,100.00 Govt
0
Golomoti - 16,875. 15,750.
22 2022-2024 43.50 32,625.00 Govt
Mangoma (58km) 00 00
Chitipa - Karonga 28,125. 27,562.
23 2023-2025 74.25 55,687.50 Govt
(99km) 00 50
Bunda - Dedza 22,500. 23,625.
24 2021-2023 61.50 46,125.00 Govt
(82km) 00 00

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Prioritised Estimated Cost Source of s of FY FY FY FY FY
Sector Expected ation Cost (US$
Programmes/Projects (MK million) Funds Fundi 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Outputs Period million)
ng

Dedza - Nsipe 25,875. 22,500.

25 2023-2025 64.50 48,375.00 Govt
(86km) 00 00
0.00 0.00
Unga Bridge - 21,375. 19,950.
1 2022-2024 55.10 41,325.00 Govt
Mangochi (58km) 00 00
Nsanje - Marka 17,812.
2 2020-2021 23.75 17,812.50 Govt
(25km) 50
Thete - Lobi (14km) 4,987.5 4,987.5
3 2021-2023 13.30 9,975.00 Govt
0 0
Likuni - Malingunde 12,825.
4 2022-2023 17.10 12,825.00 Govt
(18km) 00
Matutu - Bua - 14,250. 23,512.
5 2022-2024 50.35 37,762.50 Govt
Nambuma (53km) 00 50
Mbobo -
Nkhotakota game 23,512.
6 2020-2021 31.35 23,512.50 Govt
reserve east 50
boundary (33km)
Chitanga: Junction
14,250.
7 M009 - Rumphi 2020-2021 19.00 14,250.00 Govt
00
boma (20km)
1,374km of
unpaved roads Mtwalo - Mtantha 22,800.
8 2024-2025 30.40 22,800.00 Govt
upgraded (32km) 00
Mwanza - 7,125.0 30,637. 30,637.
9 2021-2024 91.20 68,400.00 Govt
Chikwawa (96km) 0 50 50
Mtantha - Junction 3,562.5 21,375. 11,756.
10 2020-2023 48.93 36,693.75 Govt
M022 51.5km) 0 00 25
Marymount Sec
21,375. 18,525.
11 School - Bula Usisya 2022-2024 53.20 39,900.00 Govt
00 00
(56km)
Lifupa - M001 Jct 21,375. 17,028.
12 2023-2025 51.21 38,403.75 Govt
(53.9km) 00 75
Nambuma - 14,250. 12,825.
13 2022-2024 36.10 27,075.00 Govt
Chimwaza (38km) 00 00
Makanjira - Unga 7,125.0 19,950.
14 2023-2025 36.10 27,075.00 Govt
Bridge (38km) 0 00
Kasinje - Ntcheu 4,275.0 9,262.5 9,262.5
15 2021-2024 30.40 22,800.00 Govt
(32km) 0 0 0
Ntcheu - Tsangano -
14,250. 14,250. 28,500. 28,500. 8,550.0
16 Neno - Mwanza 2020-2025 125.40 94,050.00 Govt
00 00 00 00 0
(132km)

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Prioritised Estimated Cost Source of s of FY FY FY FY FY
Sector Expected ation Cost (US$
Programmes/Projects (MK million) Funds Fundi 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Outputs Period million)
ng

Machinga -
13,537. 16,387. 14,250.
17 Chingale - Lirangwe 2020-2023 58.90 44,175.00 Govt
50 50 00
(62km)
Thabwa - Seven 12,092. 12,092. 4,353.1
18 2021-2024 38.05 28,537.50 Govt
(59km) 16 16 8
Chinzama - Seven 23,512.
19 2020-2021 31.35 23,512.50 Govt
(33km) 50
Livingstonia - Njakwa 28,500. 9,262.5
20 2020-2022 50.35 37,762.50 Govt
(53km) 00 0

Malomo - Ntchisi - 7,125.0 21,375. 20,662.

21 2021-2024 65.55 49,162.50 Govt
Dzaleka (69km) 0 00 50

Mzimba: Junction
M009 -
12,112.
22 Majighasawa: 2020-2021 16.15 12,112.50 Govt
50
Junction M001
(17km)
Nsanama - Nayuchi 7,125.0 14,250. 9,975.0
23 2021-2024 41.80 31,350.00 Govt
(44km) 0 00 0
Cape Maclear - 7,125.0 5,700.0
24 2021-2023 17.10 12,825.00 Govt
Nsandu (18km) 0 0
Mikolongwe - 7,125.0 5,700.0
25 2021-2023 17.10 12,825.00 Govt
Chilemba (18km) 0 0
Mkanda - Kapiri 7,125.0 8,550.0
26 2021-2023 20.90 15,675.00 Govt
(22km) 0 0
Chiringa - Muloza 7,125.0 14,250. 14,250.
27 2020-2023 47.50 35,625.00 Govt
(50km) 0 00 00
Didi - Thunga (24km) 7,125.0 9,975.0
28 2021-2023 22.80 17,100.00 Govt
0 0
Makande: Junction
M004/D345 - 7,125.0 4,987.5
29 2021-2023 16.15 12,112.50 Govt
Luchenza (17km) 0 0

Likoma/Chizumulu
island roads (10km) 7,125.0
30 2024-2025 9.50 7,125.00 Govt
0

(i) Capacity of Kenyatta and

selected urban Mzimba Street in
roads improved Lilongwe (8.3km)
6,875.0 34,375.
(95km (ii) Bus 1 2020-2022 55.00 41,250.00 Govt
0 00
Rapid Transit
(BRT) introduced
in Lilongwe

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Prioritised Estimated Cost Source of s of FY FY FY FY FY
Sector Expected ation Cost (US$
Programmes/Projects (MK million) Funds Fundi 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Outputs Period million)
ng

Junction with Paul

kagame to Junction 10,000. 10,000. 10,000.
2 2021-2024 40.00 30,000.00 Japan
with Lubani (3km) 00 00 00

Junction with Lubani

to Junction with 3,035.2
3 2022-2023 4.05 3,035.25 Govt
Chidzanja (2km) 5

Kanengo to 8,550.0 8,550.0

4 2021-2023 22.80 17,100.00 China
Crossroads (10km) 0 0
Kaunda and
Chendawaka roads 10,730. 12,519.
5 2022-2024 31.00 23,250.00 Govt
(13km) 77 23

Crossroads to
Junction with Paul 1,710.0
6 2022-2023 2.28 1,710.00 Govt
Kagame (1km) 0

Capacity of Junction with

selected urban Chidzanja to 4,061.2 4,061.2
7 2023-2025 10.83 8,122.50 Govt
roads improved Junction with S125 5 5
(95km) (6km)
Lunzu to Junction
with M2 (Old 12,468. 12,468.
8 2023-2025 33.25 24,937.50 Govt
kandodo Corner 75 75
shop) (18km)
3 Miles to Matawale 7,125.0 7,125.0
9 2023- 2025 19.00 14,250.00 Govt
(10km) 0 0
Mzuzu University to
Mchengautuwa 8,625.0 8,625.0
10 2023-2025 23.00 17,250.00 Govt
(12km) 0 0

Kameza Round
About to Chileka 5,700.0 5,700.0
11 2023-2025 15.20 11,400.00 Govt
(8km) 0 0

Feasibility study 2021-2023 1.50 1,125.00 Govt 500.00 625.00

Phase I: Lilongwe Lilongwe to Blantyre
14 62,500. 80,000.
to Dedza (100km M1 (321km) 2023-2025 190.00 142,500.00 Govt
00 00
dual carriage

Construction of Blantyre bypass 7,125.0 15,675. 15,675. 15,675. 14,962.

2020-2025 92.15 69,112.50 Govt
176.8km by-pass (97km) 0 00 00 00 50
roads Lilongwe east 14,250. 12,825.
2023-2025 36.10 27,075.00 Govt
bypass (38km) 00 00

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Prioritised Estimated Cost Source of s of FY FY FY FY FY
Sector Expected ation Cost (US$
Programmes/Projects (MK million) Funds Fundi 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Outputs Period million)
ng

Lilongwe west 8,550.0

bypass (Dzenza - 2022-2023 11.40 8,550.00 Govt
0
M001 Jct) (12km)
Mzuzu bypass 14,250. 7,125.0
2023-2025 28.50 21,375.00 Govt
(30km) 00 0
Access for Non-
Motorised Road Improvement Govt, 4,500.0 11,000. 11,000. 11,000.
2021 - 2025 50.00 37,500.00
Transport Programme Donors 0 00 00 00
improved
New offices and
modern Construction of CML
Laboratory 1 Offices and 2022-2025 3.56 2,672.64 Govt 890.88 890.88 890.88
building Laboratory.
constructed.
Field testing
1 2021-2025 1.90 1,425.40 Govt 356.35 356.35 356.35 356.35
equipment.
Soil and Rock
mechanics
advanced 1 Morden CML 2021-2022 0.48 356.35 Govt 356.35
testing Laboratory
equipment. equipment
Cement and
concrete testing 2 2022-2023 0.48 356.35 Govt 356.35
equipment
Asphalt testing
1 2023 - 2025 0.95 712.70 Govt 356.35 356.35
equipment.
Road Traffic
Regulation 2020-2022 0.13 100.00 Govt 100.00
(2000) reviewed
Enforcement
equipment (800
PDAs and
Printers, 10 Road Traffic E- Govt,
ROAD 2020-2025 0.13 100.00 20.00 20.00 20.00 20.00 20.00
Speed Cameras, 1 enforcement (DRTSS Donors
TRAFFIC 4 Automatic and MPS)
Number Plate
Reader (ANPR)
8 unmanned
speed cameras
procured. 2021-2025 2.80 2,100.00 Govt 400.00 600.00 500.00 600.00
System for
unmanned

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Prioritised Estimated Cost Source of s of FY FY FY FY FY
Sector Expected ation Cost (US$
Programmes/Projects (MK million) Funds Fundi 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Outputs Period million)
ng

cameras
commissioned.

4 towing
vehicles, starting
with 2 vehicles 6 2020-2023 0.80 600.00 Govt 300.00 300.00
(for Blantyre and
Lilongwe)
Colour Coding
Programme for
Public Service Colour Coding of
Vehicles 7 Public Service 2021-2023 0.01 7.00 Govt 3.50 3.50
enhanced Vehicles
(minibuses and
taxis)
4 road safety
mobile vehicles
Road Safety
starting with 2 for 4 2020-2021 0.40 300.00 Govt 300.00
Awareness
Blantyre and
Lilongwe.
2 children road
safety park Govt, 1,000.0 1,000.0
7 Construction of 2023-2025 2.67 2,000.00
constructed Donors 0 0
Children Safety Park
Road Safety
Govt,
Database 2 MalTIS Upgrade 2021-2022 0.03 25.00 25.00
Donors
upgraded
Vehicle testing
stations in
Karonga,
Mangochi and
1 2020-2022 0.93 700.00 Govt 350.00 350.00
Ngabu
constructed and
offer some DRTSS Construction and
services maintenance of
Vehicle testing Vehicle Testing
stations in urban Stations 1,000.0
3 2022-2023 1.33 1,000.00 Govt
cities 0
constructed.
Existing vehicle
inspection
2 2021 - 2022 0.12 90.00 Govt 90.00
stations
maintained

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Prioritised Estimated Cost Source of s of FY FY FY FY FY
Sector Expected ation Cost (US$
Programmes/Projects (MK million) Funds Fundi 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Outputs Period million)
ng

7 mobile MalTIS
equipment
procured and 1 2020-2023 0.27 200.00 Govt 115.00 55.00 30.00
roll-out the
services.
Vehicles for Establishment of
mobile MalTIS Mobile MalTIS
2 2020-2024 0.47 350.00 Govt 50.00 150.00 150.00
operations solution
procured.
4 mobile vehicle
testing
3 2023-2024 0.67 500.00 Govt 500.00
equipment
procured.
4 driver testing
yards
constructed in
urban areas Construction of 1,000.0 1,000.0 2,000.0 2,000.0
2021-2025 8.00 6,000.00 Govt
(Zomba, driver testing yards 0 0 0 0
Blantyre,
Lilongwe and
Mzuzu)
Online MalTIS
software services Digitise Road Traffic
2021-2022 0.07 50.00 Govt 50.00
procured and and Safety Services
introduced.
Road Traffic Establishment of
Authority Road Traffic 2024-2025 0.13 100.00 Govt 100.00
established. Authority
Review the Road
Functional Traffic and Safety
2021-2023 0.03 25.00 Govt 12.50 12.50
Review Services
Establishment.
Lilongwe and
Construction of 1,600.0 1,000.0 1,000.0 2,000.0 2,400.0
Blantyre DRTSS 2020-2025 10.67 8,000.00 Govt
DRTSS office parks 0 0 0 0 0
office parks
Nkhotakota
2020-2022 0.53 400.00 Govt 250.00 150.00
weighbridge station
Dedza weighbridge
6 weighbridge 2020-2024 1.20 900.00 Govt 200.00 300.00 300.00 100.00
station
stations 2
Bwengu
constructed 2022-2025 0.67 500.00 Govt 200.00 200.00 100.00
weighbridge station
Karonga
2021-2024 1.20 900.00 Govt 300.00 300.00 300.00
weighbridge station

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Prioritised Estimated Cost Source of s of FY FY FY FY FY
Sector Expected ation Cost (US$
Programmes/Projects (MK million) Funds Fundi 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Outputs Period million)
ng

Mwanza
2021-2025 1.20 900.00 Govt 300.00 300.00 200.00 100.00
weighbridge station
Mangochi-
Chiponde 2022-2025 1.20 900.00 Donors 500.00 200.00 200.00
weighbridge station
Upgrading and
Balaka and expansion of Balaka 2023-2024 0.11 80.00 Govt 80.00
Dedza weigh-in- station
4
motion stations Upgrading and
established expansion of Dedza 2024-2025 0.11 80.00 Govt 80.00
station

Link all
weighbridges to 3 2021-2022 0.13 100.00 Govt 100.00
Upgrading and
the MalTIS
expansion of vehicle
load control services
Procure 10
1 2020-2025 0.57 430.00 Govt 97.50 57.50 57.50 100.00 117.50
portable scales
(i) Geodetic
1,500.0
survey 2021-2023 3.00 2,250.00 Govt 500.00 250.00
0
conducted.
(ii) Area cover
equipment
installed
(Extended VHF
range) at Zomba 2022 - 2023 0.07 50.00 Govt 50.00
peak station,
Nyika station,
and Mzuzu
AIR station. Air Navigation
TRANSP (iii) Minor 1 Infrastructure
ORT aerodromes improvement
such as security
fences, terminal
2021 - 2023 0.40 300.00 Govt 150.00 150.00
building and
operational
blocks
rehabilitated.
(iv) Chileka
runway
Govt/Do
reconstructed by 2020 - 2023 1.67 1,250.00 250.00 500.00 500.00
nors
widening (30m
to 45m) and

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Medium-Term Implement Estimated
Prioritised Estimated Cost Source of s of FY FY FY FY FY
Sector Expected ation Cost (US$
Programmes/Projects (MK million) Funds Fundi 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Outputs Period million)
ng

lengthening
(2.3km to 3km).

(i) Runway
rehabilitated (ii)
Apron
reconstructed
(iii) Airside visual
aids established
(iii) Airport
Enhancement of KIA
Rescue and
Infrastructure,
Firefighting 9,500.0 9,500.0 9,500.0
Operations, 2021-2024 38.00 28,500.00 Govt
Equipment 0 0 0
Procedures and
procured (iv)
Training.
Operational
manuals
established (v)
Wildlife
preservation
measures
established
(i) Fire station at
Chileka
constructed, (ii) Essential Aviation
9,400.0 9,400.0
Security fence 2 Safety and Security 2020 - 2022 25.07 18,800.00 Govt/EIB
0 0
and perimeter Project
road at CIA and
KIA rehabilitated.
(i) Orientation
session for Board
Establishment of Civil
members (ii)Two
1 Aviation Authority 2020-2023 1.00 750.00 Govt 150.00 300.00 300.00
Board meetings
(CAA)
(iii) Transitional
CAA operational
KIA Aerodrome
certified in
accordance to Certification of KIA
2 2024 - 2025 0.13 100.00 Govt 100.00
ICAO Safety and Aerodrome
Security
Standards.

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Prioritised Estimated Cost Source of s of FY FY FY FY FY
Sector Expected ation Cost (US$
Programmes/Projects (MK million) Funds Fundi 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Outputs Period million)
ng

Air Cargo
Malawi Ltd
licenced as an 2021 - 2023 0.40 300.00 Govt 150.00 150.00
all-cargo
operator.

LIHACO licensed
as an approved 2021 - 2022 0.13 100.00 Govt 100.00
Certification of Air
ground handler.
3 Transport Service
Operator(s) for Providers
the
management
and operations
2020 - 2022 0.07 50.00 Govt 25.00 25.00
of commercial
service airports in
Malawi
established.
Study to inform
the
establishment of
a new airline 2021 - 2023 1.33 1,000.00 Govt 500.00 500.00
conducted (e.g.,
Establishment of a
regional, low 4
New National Airline
cost)
Processes of
certifying a new
2023 - 2024 0.13 100.00 Govt 100.00
national airline
facilitated
PVHES Strategic Review of PVHES
Plan finalised 1 Strategic and 2020-21 0.03 20.00 Govt 20.00
and approved Business Plans
Functional
Review
approved and
PVHES implemented
Monitoring and Functional review
2 2020-22 0.30 225.00 Govt 112.50 112.50
surveillance implementation
system installed
Automated
invoicing, billing
and revenue

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Prioritised Estimated Cost Source of s of FY FY FY FY FY
Sector Expected ation Cost (US$
Programmes/Projects (MK million) Funds Fundi 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Outputs Period million)
ng

collection system
established

Review of
institutional
Autonomous
arrangements and
institution/PVHES 2021-23 0.53 400.00 Govt 200.00 200.00
legal mandate for
Trust established
the re-establishment
of PVHES
PVHES workshops
Rehabilitation of
and equipment
workshop
rehabilitated
infrastructure and
and maintained. 3 2020-22 0.47 350.00 Govt 50.00 250.00 50.00
maintenance of
PVHES plant and
PVHES plant &
vehicles
vehicles
maintained
New workshop
tools and
equipment
procured for
Karonga, Ngabu
and Mangochi VIS Project with
Vehicle 4 2020-21 0.57 425.00 Govt 425.00
DRTSS
Inspection
Station (VIS).
Automated
system
Request for
Proposal
document for
Public Private
Partnership
Investment PPPI,
developed. Govt,
New plant & Recapitalisation of
6 2020-25 4.50 3,375.00 Commer 20.00 700.00 900.00 900.00 855.00
vehicles PVHES
cial
purchased. banks
Rehabilitated
Infrastructure

New workshop
tools and

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Prioritised Estimated Cost Source of s of FY FY FY FY FY
Sector Expected ation Cost (US$
Programmes/Projects (MK million) Funds Fundi 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Outputs Period million)
ng

equipment
procured.

Improved
institutional and
human capacity
Automated
system for
Development of
management of
5 PVHES Automated 2019-2021 0.30 225.00 Govt 100.00 125.00
PVHES
System
operations
developed.
New business
Number Plate
portfolio 10 2020-2021 0.10 75.00 Govt 75.00
Embossing
developed.
Fleet Development of
Management fleet management
7 2020-2022 0.10 75.00 Govt 25.00 50.00
Policy policy and
formulated guidelines
Fleet
Management Development and
8
System implementation of
2020-2022 0.30 225.00 Govt 25.00 200.00
established fleet management
Updated Asset system
9
Inventory
National
Buildings Policy 2020-2021 0.04 30.00 Govt, WB 30.00
formulated
National Building
2020-2021 0.07 51.00 Govt, WB 51.00
Bill enacted
Buildings
Development of Govt,
BUILDIN Authority 2020-2022 0.50 375.00 200.00 175.00
1 Buildings Legislation Donors
GS established
(DBL) Project
Board of
Architect and
Quantity
2020-2021 0.06 48.00 Govt 48.00
Surveyors Act
(BoAQS)
reviewed.

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Prioritised Estimated Cost Source of s of FY FY FY FY FY
Sector Expected ation Cost (US$
Programmes/Projects (MK million) Funds Fundi 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Outputs Period million)
ng

Coordination Sensitise
with stakeholders stakeholders on 2020-2022 0.06 42.00 Govt 18.00 24.00
strengthened matters of ethics

Develop professional
ethics code for
Regulations and
architects and
standards in the
quantity surveyors 2020-2024 0.13 98.00 Govt 24.50 24.50 24.50 24.50
building sector
through the Board of
adhered to
architects and
Quantity surveyors.
Service charter
Review, analyse,
implemented
finalise and
and employees 2020-2022 0.05 39.00 Govt 19.50 19.50
implement service
and clients
charter
sensitised.
Functional Carry out and
Review implement a 2020-2022 0.06 42.00 Govt 21.00 21.00
implemented Functional Review
Engage
Collaborative Stakeholders on
procurement procurement role for
2020-2025 0.05 39.00 Govt 19.50 19.50
processes DOB on
promoted. procurement of civil
works.
Buildings
Information
Buildings Information Govt/Do
Modelling 2 2020-2022 0.67 500.00 250.00 250.00
Modelling nors
System
implemented.
Review, analyse and
Standard consolidate
specifications on standard Govt/Do
2020-2022 0.13 100.00 50.00 50.00
measurements specifications and nor
developed. Malawi Method of
Measurements.
Building Cost
Engage Consultants, Govt/Do
Indices 2020-2025 0.13 100.00 20.00 20.00 20.00 20.00 20.00
finalise and roll out nor
developed

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Prioritised Estimated Cost Source of s of FY FY FY FY FY
Sector Expected ation Cost (US$
Programmes/Projects (MK million) Funds Fundi 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Outputs Period million)
ng

Strengthen Assess capacity of

Decentralization local assemblies; Govt/Do
2020-2024 0.27 200.00 50.00 50.00 50.00 50.00
of Building strengthen Regional nor
Services Offices

Procurement of
VVIP support equipment, vehicles
2020-2025 0.47 350.00 Govt 70.00 70.00 70.00 70.00 70.00
provided and demountable
VVIP Platforms.
Landscape Capital Hill
3 2020-2025 0.48 360.00 Govt 72.00 72.00 72.00 72.00 72.00
works provided Landscape project
Project Design
for purpose built
NCIC office and
workshop
Construction of
Complex.
NCIC training
Tailor made,
2 institution and 2020-2022 0.17 129.00 NCIC 129.00
foremanship,
upgrading of
Clerk of Works
training programmes
CONSTR and demand
UCTION driven training
course
facilitated
Remission of
retention funds
to regulated
fund manager 1 NCI Bill Amendment 2020-2023 0.01 10.00 NCIC 10.00
enforced
NCI Act revised
275,415 586,366 821,730 789,086 498,187
3,967.46 2,975,592.15
Total Estimated Costs .50 .51 .32 .99 .83

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Estimated
No. of FY FY FY FY FY
SECTOR NEEDS DESCRIPTION Functional Area Cost (MK
people 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Million)

Professional
45 8 15 12 10 0 45.00
training

Continuous
Professional
50 50 50 50 50 50 62.50
Technical Developme
staff nt (CPDs)

Train Short term

50 10 10 10 10 10 175.00
personnel to training
Technical
meet the
Capacity
requisite Long term
needs 10 2 2 2 2 2 60.00
Building professional training
s requirements
Professional
2 - 1 1 0 0 5.00
training

Support Short term

25 5 5 5 5 5 87.50
staff training

Long term
5 - 2 1 1 1 30.00
training
Recruit technical staff 40 19 21 0 0 0 90.00
Recruitmen personnel to
t fill vacant support staff 55 35 20 0 0 0 60.00
positions
Train
personnel of Aviation safety 200 50 50 50 50
Air Technical
technical
Transpor Capacity 800.00
and
t Needs
operations
Aviation security 200 50 50 50 50
background

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No. of FY FY FY FY FY
SECTOR NEEDS DESCRIPTION Functional Area Cost (MK
people 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Million)
from the
various air
transport
service
providers.
Recruit key
personnel
(Grades F to
I) to fill
Recruitmen vacant
All 33 10 10 13 90.00
t positions in
the
Department
of Civil
Aviation.
Train
Technical personnel in
Maintenance &
Capacity modern 19 10 5 4 40.00
operations
Needs engineering
technologies.
PVHES Recruit
engineers
Recruitmen and Maintenance &
67 20 30 10 7 120.00
t technicians operations
to fill vacant
positions.
Train
technical
personnel in
Technical
DRTSS Road Key technical Staff 230 100 50 50 30.00
Capacity
Transport
Managemen
t (Safety)

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 Estimated
No. of FY FY FY FY FY
SECTOR NEEDS DESCRIPTION Functional Area Cost (MK
people 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Million)
Train
personnel in
Customer
All 535 100 100 50 150 100 35.00
Care
Managemen
t
Recruit
technical
and support
Recruitmen staff into to Key support and
200 30 30 20 20 100.00
t fill vacant technical staff
posts on
permanent
basis
Train
personnel in
supervising
Technical Supervising and
construction 53 14 13 13 13 50.00
Capacity laboratory
and
laboratory
ROADS technology
Recruit
Engineers
Recruitmen and Supervising and
62 15 25 12 10 100.00
t Technicians laboratory
to fill vacant
positions
Train
technical Railway Infrastructure,
Technical
Railway personnel in Operations and Rolling 75 15 15 15 15 15 80.00
Capacity
Railway Stock
Engineering

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 Estimated
No. of FY FY FY FY FY
SECTOR NEEDS DESCRIPTION Functional Area Cost (MK
people 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Million)
Train
technical
personnel in
contracts Project Management 10 2 2 2 2 2 25.00
and project
Managemen
t
Train non-
technical Human Resources
personnel to Management,
meet the Administration, 4 1 1 1 1 20.00
requisite Workplace Health and
professional Safety
requirements
Recruit Engineers, Safety Health
Recruitmen personnel to and Environmental
12 4 2 4 2 50.00
t fill vacant personnel, Social
positions personnel, Drivers

Train
Surveying, Examining,
technical
Lecturing and Port 10 2 2 2 2 2 50.00
staff in
Management
Technical engineering
Capacity Train
Surveying, Examining,
technical
Lecturing and Port 10 2 2 2 2 2 50
staff in
Marine Management
navigation
Train non-
technical
Human Resources
personnel to
Recruitmen Management,
meet the 6 2 1 1 1 1 25
t Administration,
requisite
Customer Care
professional
requirements

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 Estimated
No. of FY FY FY FY FY
SECTOR NEEDS DESCRIPTION Functional Area Cost (MK
people 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Million)

Recruit Engineering/Navigation
Marine Surveyors,
Engineers, Engineering/Navigation
Marine Lectures,
Navigators Engineering/Navigation 30 5 5 8 6 6 40
and Support Examiners,
Staff to fill Engineering/Navigation
vacant Port Personnel and
positions. Support Services.

TOTAL 2,320.00

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 ANNEX IV: EQUIPMENT PLAN
Quantity required per department
Total Unit Cost Total Amount
Equip Item
Qty (MK'000) (MK'000)
ADMIN PLAN ROADS DRTSS RAIL DMS DCA PVHES DoB
Desktop
Computers 20 6 60 8 3 18 115 1,000 115,000.00
All in One
Desktop
Computers
6 20 26 1,950 50,700.00
Projector 5 1 3 1 3 1 5 19 450 8,550.00
ICT Laptops 20 3 4 15 15 11 3 22 93 850 79,050.00
Touch Screen 30 30 1,500 45,000.00
Uninterruptible
Power Supply
(UPS)
20 5 20 8 3 18 74 15,000 1,110,000.00
Heavy Duty
Multifunctional
Printer (colour)
1 1 4 5 1 4 1 4 21 1,750.00 36,750.00
Officer Printer 13 30 3 46 500.00 23,000.00
Heavy Duty
Photocopying
machine
2 2 5,500.00 11,000.00
Heavy duty
plotter (colour) 1 1 3,500.00 3,500.00
Card Printers
and
Laminators 30 2 32 9,917.00 317,344.00
Barcode
reader 40 40 571.00 22,840.00
Document
Scanners 3 50 53 600.00 31,800.00

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 Quantity required per department
Total Unit Cost Total Amount
Equip Item
Qty (MK'000) (MK'000)
ADMIN PLAN ROADS DRTSS RAIL DMS DCA PVHES DoB
Fingerprint
Scanners 30 30 193.00 5,790.00
Signature Pad 8 2 10 563.00 5,630.00
Digital Camera 3 3 2 8 2,700.00 21,600.00
Internet
Connection 1 1 6,000.00 6,000.00
External Hard
Drive 10 10 65.00 650.00
Office Air
Equip conditioners 2 3 5 15 5 30 1,255.00 37,650.00
Sub-Total 79 12 26 359 21 49 26 69 641 1,931,854.00

Handheld GPS
devices
1 1 300.00 300.00
Measuring
Railway gauge 2 2 3,000.00 6,000.00
Devices
Electronic
Hand-Pushed
Trolley - Amber
1 1 40,000.00 40,000.00
Sub-Total 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 4 8 46,300.00
Off-road
4 8 4 3 3 10 75,000.00
vehicle 32 2,400,000.00
Saloon vehicle 2 2 4 45,000.00 180,000.00
Mech Minibus 1 3 4 68,000.00 272,000.00
Lorry 10 10 87,000.00 870,000.00
Motorcycles 4 4 350.00 1,400.00
Sub-Total 0 0 4 24 5 3 5 13 0 54 3,723,400.00

GRAND TOTAL 5,701,554.00

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