Salima Sugar Company has officially commenced its 2025 sugar production season, a development that is expected to ease the current scarcity of sugar in local retail outlets across Malawi.

The company’s Executive Chairman, Wester Kosamu, made the announcement on Monday during a tour of the company’s premises by Minister of Agriculture, Sam Kawale.

Kosamu disclosed that Salima Sugar Company is projected to produce 22,000 metric tons of sugar this year.

He emphasized that Malawians should begin to see an increased supply of sugar in the market starting next week Monday, as production gains momentum.

The Executive Chairman expressed optimism that the company’s timely intervention will significantly contribute to stabilizing the market, addressing concerns from both retailers and consumers.

During the visit, Minister Sam Kawale hailed the start of the sugar production season as a crucial step towards resolving the persistent sugar shortages that have affected many parts of the country.

Kawale expressed confidence that the increased production at Salima Sugar will help regulate sugar prices, making the commodity more accessible to ordinary Malawians.

He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting the sustained production of sugar and encouraged the company to continue expanding its operations.

The Agriculture Minister said the government views Salima Sugar’s growth as vital to national food security and economic stability, especially in the agro-processing sector.

As the company begins this year’s operations, hopes are high that Salima Sugar’s efforts will offer long-term solutions to the country’s sugar supply challenges.