June 10
Malawi: Exposed - Questions Over Rejection of Creck Hardware Despite Clearances
A procurement dispute involving the Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) and Creck Hardware and General is under scrutiny after conflicting decisions from the Public… Read more »
June 08
Malawi: Brace for More Blackouts As Key Nkula B Power Unit Remains Offline
Malawians should prepare for continued electricity rationing and prolonged power outages after a crucial 20-megawatt generating unit at Nkula B Hydro Power Station remained out of… Read more »
May 24
Malawi: Malawians Face Endless Darkness As Power Crisis Deepens
For many Malawians, electricity has become a privilege that appears without warning and disappears without apology. Read more »
April 25
Malawi: Power Crisis Turns Political
The ongoing nationwide power blackouts have ignited a blame game within government, with the current administration shifting responsibility to the previous Malawi Congress Party… Read more »
April 05
Malawi: Malawi Eyes Power Breakthrough As Mozambique Interconnector Nears Switch-On
Malawi could be on the brink of easing its chronic electricity shortages, with the Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) expressing strong optimism that the long-awaited… Read more »
April 02
Malawi: MERA Defends Crushing Fuel Hike As Malawians Brace for Economic Shock
The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) has moved to justify a steep and punishing increase in fuel prices, pushing petrol to K6,672 per litre and diesel to K6,687--an… Read more »
March 11
Malawi: Govt Pledges Support for Investors, Champions Renewable Energy and Community Development
Minister of Energy and Mining, Jean Mathanga, has reaffirmed the Malawian government's commitment to creating a conducive environment for investors, stressing that private sector… Read more »
March 04
Malawi: MERA Assures Fuel Stability As Middle East War Rattles Energy Markets
The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) has assured Malawians that fuel supplies remain stable despite escalating conflict in the Middle East that has unsettled global energy… Read more »
January 14
Malawi: New Escom Board Sets Firm Policy Targets to Restore Service Reliability and Public Confidence
The Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) Limited says a new chapter is opening at the utility, with its Board setting firm policy targets aimed at improving service… Read more »
January 13
Malawi: Escom Executives' Case Ruling Due Today As Nyondo Challenges Government Powers
The High Court in Blantyre is today expected to deliver a ruling in a case involving former Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (Escom) chief executive officer Kamkwamba… Read more »
December 08, 2025
Malawi: Malawi Secures 50mw Power Boost from Mozambique
Malawi is on the brink of a major power breakthrough as the country prepares to start importing 50 megawatts (MW) of electricity from Mozambique from February 2026, in a move set… Read more »
November 26, 2025
Malawi: Chiefs Pledge to Help Escom Fight Rising Vandalism in Southern Region
Traditional leaders in the Southern Region have pledged to intensify efforts to protect electricity infrastructure following rising cases of vandalism that continue to burden the… Read more »
November 25, 2025
Malawi: 265 Energy Expands Access to Clean Energy With the Launch of New Gas Refilling Station in Area 25
Malawi's leading gas service provider, 265 Energy Limited, has opened a new Gas Refilling Station, launched on 17th November 2025, a move that will significantly reduce the… Read more »
November 16, 2025
Malawi: Escom Intensifies Southern Region Drive Against Vandalism, Safety Risks, and Wayleave Encroachment
ESCOM has launched a two-month campaign across the Southern Region aimed at curbing vandalism, promoting electricity safety, and addressing rising cases of wayleave encroachment.… Read more »
Malawi: Escom Assures Nation of Stable Power Management As Maintenance Works Boost Grid Reliability
The Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) has announced a proactive and carefully managed power supply plan for the week beginning 16th November 2025, aimed at… Read more »
November 14, 2025
Malawi: Chithyola Warns - Energy Dreams Mean Nothing If Malawi Keeps Bleeding Money On Power Purchases
Leader of Opposition in Parliament, Simplex Chithyola Banda, has challenged the government to confront a reality it has so far tiptoed around: Malawi's energy future will remain… Read more »
October 14, 2025
Malawi: Blackout Nation - Malawi's Power Crisis Pushes the Country to the Brink
Malawi is sinking deeper into a power crisis that has left homes, hospitals, schools, and businesses in total darkness. The blackouts tormenting the nation are no longer just… Read more »
August 07, 2025
Malawi: 'No Power, No Progress!' - Kazako Challenges Escom to Power Malawi's Future
ESCOM Board Chairperson Gospel Kazako has sent a strong warning: Malawi's development will remain a dream without reliable and efficiently managed energy. Read more »
July 24, 2025
Malawi: Escom's Meap Project Transforming Lives, Businesses
The Malawi Electricity Access Project (MEAP), being implemented by the Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) with funding from the World Bank, is changing the lives of… Read more »
July 17, 2025
Malawi: Blackout Blues - Escom Blames Load Shedding On 40mw Power Gap, Promises Relief By Year-End
As Malawians grapple with hours of daily power outages, Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (Escom) has revealed the real culprit behind the darkness: a critical supply… Read more »
July 13, 2025
Malawi: Malawi Secures $2.15 Million Boost for Power Interconnection With Tanzania
Malawi has received a significant boost in its quest to end persistent electricity blackouts, following the approval of a USD 2.15 million (approximately MWK 3.6 billion) grant for… Read more »
June 30, 2025
Malawi: Powering Progress - Escom Lights Up 146,000 Homes As Power Connection Project Gets Boost
ESCOM has connected 146,000 Malawians to the national electricity grid through the World Bank-funded Malawi Electricity Access Project (MEAP)--a massive push toward lighting up… Read more »
June 24, 2025
Malawi: NBS Bank, Reiama in Renewable Energy Partnership
NBS Bank Plc has strategically partnered with the Renewable Energy Industry Association of Malawi (REIAMA) to accelerate access to renewable energy solutions across the country. Read more »
