‘Fuel permit suspension could disrupt production’
Manufacturers have warned that the suspension of Essential Users’ Bulk Fuel Purchase Permits can disrupt production and affect the availability of goods on the market. The manufacturers say this can be the consequence if delays in processing new applications persist. On October 30, 2026, the Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (Mera) announced the suspension of the processing, issuance and use of the permits until further notice, citing abuse by some legitimate permit holders and other unscrupulous individuals. However, the authority announced that all permit users for bulk fuel purchase could still write to Mera requesting the same. In an interview on Tuesday, Manufacturers Association of Malawi President Gloria Zimba said smaller and medium scale businesses that depend on frequent fuel p…
