Bogus “economists” who bluff their way onto TV panels and radio shows are set to be busted under a tough new law passed by Malawi’s parliament. Gwengwe said the committee had made sure the new licensing system won’t slam the door on youngsters fresh out of uni. “Our universities are releasing quite a lot of graduates in both economics and applied economics,” he said. “Normally, it’s not easy to pass a bill, but I am quite happy that we had that overwhelming support for 12 bills.” The message from parliament is clear: chancers claiming economic expertise on the airwaves have officially been put on notice.