Dr Victor Mgonjetsi Mithi

17/02/2026

Comments on Executive Order No. 1 – Private Hospital Ownership and Health Service Integrity

We begin by appreciating and commending the decisive action taken by the President of the Republic of Malawi Arthur Peter Mutharika in issuing Executive Order No. 1.

The chronicity of corruption within the healthcare system is contrary to the decorum and calling of the medical profession, the principles of the Hippocratic Oath, and the very essence of healthcare work.

Acts such as soliciting payments from patients or directing them to private interests undermine the nobility of the profession and must be addressed both legally and socially.

Healthcare workers are entrusted to save lives, protect communities, and serve as instruments of social justice. Any infringement upon a patient’s rights—whether based on political alignment, socioeconomic status, ethnicity, tribe, s*x, or other personal attributes—is a clear breach of professional conduct.

While this measure is timely, necessary, and highly appreciated, it is also important to recognize the challenges that may have driven some healthcare workers into private practice, operating private pharmacies, or other alternative forms of healthcare service.

Such situations often arise from inadequate compensation, poor working conditions, excessive patient loads, and a collapsing healthcare system that lacks essential equipment, creating a mismatch between a healthcare worker’s skills and what they are able to deliver.

For many, private practice has become a practical means to upgrade their skills, provide quality services, and offer alternative options to patients who deserve better care while sustaining themselves within the system. Without a clear policy to isolate the two it is indeed clear to map presence or lack of personal interest.

Therefore, this Executive Order should not be viewed solely as a mechanism to regulate hospital practices. It should also be considered a starting point for broader systemic improvements in public healthcare delivery.

By addressing underlying challenges, strengthening resources, and creating supportive working conditions, the government can ensure that public healthcare professionals are empowered to serve patients ethically and effectively.

There is confidence, honor, and trust that the President, alongside the Ministry of Health, will advance in this direction, and we stand ready to support these efforts wherever possible.

26/12/2025

Happy holidays everyone

18/10/2025

25/08/2024

Today is a special day for me, not just because it’s my birthday, but because it’s a moment to reflect on how I can become a better person and contribute to making the world a better place. Over the past year, I’ve been thinking deeply about how to improve the lives of others, and one thing keeps coming back to me—the devastating impact of the information gap in our country.

This gap has the power to differentiate between success and failure. I’ve seen it firsthand, particularly with two incredibly smart friends I met at the College of Medicine. Despite being much more intelligent than me, they were disadvantaged simply because of where they came from and the lack of information available to them.

One friend, who had 7 points, was told he had to do MBBS and become a doctor. But I knew from the first day that medicine wasn’t his true calling. He needed a field that demanded creativity, not just structured concepts. He eventually left medicine to pursue something else at a different university.

The other friend, with 10 points, was told not to apply for MBBS because it was too risky. Despite being more than capable, fear held him back, and he missed out on his childhood dream of becoming a doctor. These stories are not unique—I’ve met many others who share similar experiences. They don’t know who to talk to or how to get out of such situations.

This is why I, along with a group of trusted friends, have decided to start a mentorship journey. We want to help those who feel stuck in their careers and just need someone to talk to for guidance. Over the next two months, we’re targeting 30 people. We’ll offer sessions mostly online and do our best to link mentees with professionals who can guide them in their desired career paths.

It’s hard out there, but sometimes, all it takes is a conversation to open doors. If you’re interested, register using the link on the poster below. Let’s make a difference together.

29/04/2024

SMD doctors family day was fun

15/04/2024

Ma blesser nose tiyeni uku. Bola kujowa jowa ana asiyeni.

On a serious note let us learn to take care of ourselves in these challenging times.

Ma dotolo tiyeni uku!

14/04/2024

Muliyenda momwemu pazana!

But on a serious note "tichite chani kuti asikana a zaka 15 to 24 kumasukuluku asamatenge kachilombo koyambitsa matenda a edzi?"

Ma blesser chepetsani moto.

12/04/2024

Today WHO and MOH organised a health walk that started from area 13 to capital hill. It was a pleasure to be part of this event as it made me reflect on what we can do to stop the emerging burden of NCDs in Malawi.

We still have alarming numbers of people with high blood pressure and other NCDs. Of more concern is the increasing cases of Mental health conditions.

I believe we should do more and it starts like the walk we did today.

12/03/2024

Pink/red eye..... it's all about hygiene. So watch those hands before rubbing your eyes.