Chairman of MTN Group, Mcebisi Jonas, has urged African governments to strengthen independent public institutions, saying sustainable economic growth and long-term investment depend on credible governance and the rule of law. Jonas made the call on Monday during MTN Group’s The Y’ello Chair vodcast, where he examined governance challenges and their implications for Africa’s economic transformation. He said weak governance frameworks continue to undermine investor confidence and economic inclusion, stressing that resilient institutions insulated from political interference are critical to democracy and sustainable development. According to him, countries weaken their development prospects when they undermine independent institutions, as governance driven by political expediency discourages investment and erodes public trust. Jonas cautioned governments against pursuing short-term fiscal measures that weaken institutional credibility, saying lasting economic growth requires consistent governance and strong public institutions.