By Jones Gadama
The VIP section of the Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe is in a deplorable state, with chairs broken and in disrepair.
This is despite the stadium generating millions of kwacha in revenue, particularly during recent high-profile events such as the Comoros games.
According to sources, the stadium raked in close to K80 million during the two Comoros games.
However, it appears that none of this revenue has been allocated towards maintaining the stadium’s facilities, including the VIP section.
The Bingu National Stadium was built by the Chinese government, and the Malawi government is currently repaying the loan.
However, it seems that the Ministry of Sports, which manages the stadium, is not generating enough income to rehabilitate the chairs, let alone maintain the stadium’s overall infrastructure.
The dilapidated state of the VIP chairs is not only an eyesore but also a reflection of the lack of prioritization of maintenance and upkeep by the Ministry of Sports.
It is unacceptable that a stadium of this caliber, which hosts high-profile events and generates significant revenue, cannot maintain its facilities to a satisfactory standard.
The Ministry of Sports needs to take immediate action to address the issue of the VIP chairs and the overall maintenance of the stadium.
This includes allocating a sufficient budget for maintenance and upkeep, as well as ensuring that revenue generated by the stadium is used effectively to improve its facilities.
The Bingu National Stadium is a national asset, and it is imperative that it is maintained to a standard that reflects the country’s pride and reputation.
The Ministry of Sports must take responsibility for ensuring that the stadium is properly maintained, and that revenue generated by the stadium is used to improve its facilities, rather than being squandered or mismanaged.