Civil servants across four districts wait for their April pay. Workers in Blantyre, Dowa, Balaka, and Zomba have not seen money hit their accounts. Many teachers feel upset about these delays compared to other districts that have already paid their staff. Some workers struggle to make ends meet during this waiting period. Rumors suggest money might arrive on May 5.
Finance officials blame technical problems at commercial banks for the holdup. The Treasury Secretary, Dr. Betchani Tchereni, claims all salaries were processed between April 24 and 30. The funds reached the banking system but stalled during the final steps. A team from the Accountant General and the Reserve Bank confirmed the money exists in the system. Officials ask workers to stay patient as payments should appear very soon. The government promises everyone will receive pay either today or tomorrow.
Finance officials blame technical problems at commercial banks for the holdup. The Treasury Secretary, Dr. Betchani Tchereni, claims all salaries were processed between April 24 and 30. The funds reached the banking system but stalled during the final steps. A team from the Accountant General and the Reserve Bank confirmed the money exists in the system. Officials ask workers to stay patient as payments should appear very soon. The government promises everyone will receive pay either today or tomorrow.
