THE COLLAPSE OF OUR ECONOMY: A SILENT CRISIS
Photo : Facebook accounts. By Emerson Sam Navaya I never thought I would wake up one day and witness the complete disarray of our economy, but here we are. The image circulating online, showing the US dollar trading at K3300, the pound at K3800, and the rand at K190 on the black market, tells a chilling story. It’s not just numbers anymore; it’s a reflection of the despair and chaos we’re living in. And the silence from those in power is deafening. For months, I have watched as the value of our currency plummeted and the cost of living soared. Basic commodities have become a luxury for many Malawians. The question that haunts me—and many others—is this: if these black-market rates are true, why have the authorities chosen to remain silent? Their silence speaks volumes, and it’s frightening. One cannot ignore the dangers of such a scenario. Black markets thrive in secrecy and disorder, creating an economy that is inaccessible to the average Malawian. Those with connections an...