In a leaked internal memo addressed to members, Phasom president William Mpute and secretary general Jeremiah Kabaghe said Taulo’s appointment would violate the PMRA Act of 2019. Section 18(2) (a) and (b) of the Act states: “The director general shall be a registered pharmacist with a post-graduate qualification in a pharmaceutically-related field and a person with a minimum of seven years’ senior management experience.” Phasom argues that Taulo, an obstetrician and gynaecologist, does not meet the statutory requirements. It adds: “We call upon every pharmacy professional in Malawi, regardless of membership status, to stand in solidarity.
Defending our professional standards is not just about our guild; it is about safeguarding the health and interests of every Malawian.” PMRA’s website still lists Mphatso Kawaye as director general. Kawaye holds a first degree and postgraduate degree in pharmacy from Kamuzu University of Health Sciences and Taipei Medical University. Contacted on Thursday, Mpute said Phasom was following the matter closely, but could not comment further.
“The memo we sent was for our members only and relevant in their context. You may contact PMRA directly for further communication,” he wrote. PMRA board chairperson Charlotte Misoya had not responded to requests for comment by press time yesterday.
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Taulo, when contacted on Friday, denied knowledge of any pending appointment. In 2021, Taulo was suspended for five years over medical negligence. A Medical Council of Malawi letter dated March 31, 2026, states he has served the suspension and is free to practise as a gynaecologist.
The reported appointment adds to recent public scrutiny over government hiring practices in State entities, with critics faulting appointing authorities for sidelining procedures. Social commentator John Kapito said Malawi has progressive laws on public service recruitment that are often ignored, especially for senior posts.
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