October 15, 2025
Malawi: Women in Parliament - Rising From 40 to 48 - Progress or Political Plateau?
When the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) announced the results of the 2025 Parliamentary Elections, one number stood out -- 48 women elected to the 229-member National Assembly.… Read more »
Malawi: MEC Drowns in 83 Court Petitions After Election Fallout
The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) is under siege as losing parliamentary candidates from the September 16, 2025, General Election have filed 83 petitions in the High… Read more »
Malawi: Chihana's Swearing-in Stalls--Blue Alliance Left Guessing
The much-anticipated swearing-in of Second Vice-President-designate Enoch Chihana has been pushed to an unknown date, sparking whispers of tension and delay within the newly formed… Read more »
Malawi: Vandalism or Political Theatre? State House Vandalism Scandal Deepens As Govt Fumbles for Facts
Weeks after loud claims that the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) government left State Residences "vandalised," the truth is beginning to look far less dramatic--and far more… Read more »
Malawi: Luhanga's Roadblock Pledge - Reform or Routine Rhetoric?
Newly appointed Inspector General of Police Richard Luhanga has promised to reduce the number of roadblocks across Malawi--a move he says will ease travel frustrations, improve… Read more »
Malawi: Nankhumwa Vs. Suleman - Who Should Be Malawi's Next Speaker of Parliament?
As Malawi gears up for the October 29 elections for Speaker of Parliament, two heavyweights have emerged: Sameer Suleman, the DPP-backed first-time MP for Blantyre City Chigumula,… Read more »
Malawi: Malawians Demand Transparency and Accountability in Mining Sector
Malawians are increasingly demanding greater transparency and accountability in the mining sector, arguing that most mining activities take place without public knowledge or proper… Read more »
Malawi: Too Much Money, Too Few Goods - Malawi Faces Rising Prices
Malawi is seeing more money in circulation than ever before, and experts warn this could push prices even higher. Read more »
Malawi: Shock in Mangochi - Former DPP MP Arrested for Alleged Murder Plot of Newly Elected MP for Same Constituency
Mangochi is reeling after police arrested former Mangochi Central MP Victoria Kingstone of the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), along with three other party members, over… Read more »
October 14, 2025
Malawi: Malawi's Economy Is Bleeding - but It Can Still Be Saved
Malawi's economy is in serious trouble. Prices are rising, the kwacha is weak, and the country is struggling to buy basic imports like fuel and fertilizer. Behind every statistic… Read more »
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 »
Malawi: Trillions Spent, Yet Malawi Still Hungry - What Exactly Is the Problem?
Malawi's hunger story is one of paradox and pain -- a nation that spends trillions of kwacha to feed itself, yet its people still queue for maize and battle starvation. Over the… Read more »
Malawi: Post-Election Violence Disrupts Business in Kasungu South
Tension remains high in Kasungu South Constituency following a violent clash on October 9, 2025, in which a group of about ten men allegedly attacked supporters of independent… Read more »
October 13, 2025
Malawi: Mutharika's Relocation Order - Bold Step for Regional Balance or a Snub to the North?
President Arthur Peter Mutharika's Executive Order No. 01 of 2025, directing the relocation of key government institutions from Lilongwe to Blantyre and Zomba, has sparked mixed… Read more »
Southern Africa: Northern Alliance Applauds President Mutharika for Appointing Former Speaker Msowoya As Head of SADC Electoral Mission to Tanzania
The Northern Alliance has hailed President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika for appointing former Speaker of the Malawi Parliament, Right Honourable Richard Msowoya, as Head of… Read more »
Malawi: The Fertiliser Fall - How Malawi's Self-Reliance Collapsed Under Imports, Policies, and Poor Planning
Once a symbol of self-reliance, Malawi's fertiliser production faded over the years leaving farmers and the economy at the mercy of global prices and delayed imports. Read more »
Malawi: Freeze or Fumble? Govt's Parastatal Hiring Ban Tests Balance Between Discipline and Disruption
In a move that has sent shockwaves across Malawi's public sector, the new administration has ordered an immediate suspension of all recruitments and major procurements in… Read more »
Malawi: Mutharika Sets Up His Parliamentary Command - Sameer for Speaker, Wiskes As Chief Whip
President Arthur Peter Mutharika has begun assembling his parliamentary leadership team, signalling a firm grip on legislative control as the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP)… Read more »
Malawi: Independent Complaints Commission (ICC) Records 478 Complaints Against Police Since 2021
The Independent Complaints Commission (ICC) has revealed that it has received a total of 478 complaints related to police misconduct since it began operations in 2021, with several… Read more »
Malawi: Mtambo Dismisses Social Media Claims Linking Him to Planned Anti-Govt Protests
Former Minister of Civic Education and National Unity Timothy Mtambo has dismissed as false and misleading social media reports linking him to alleged plans for demonstrations… Read more »
Malawi: Is Sameer Suleman Fit to Be Malawi's Next Speaker of Parliament?
The Speaker of Parliament is one of the most powerful offices in Malawi's democracy--entrusted with enforcing parliamentary order, ensuring impartiality, upholding decorum, and… Read more »
October 10, 2025
Malawi: DPP MP Noel Lipipa Condemns DPP Hooligans On Kasakula - 'These Thugs Do Not Represent S'
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Member of Parliament Noel Lipipa has issued a fierce condemnation of the barbaric attack on Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) Director… Read more »
Malawi: Police Launch Manhunt After Suspected Arson At Chombe Rubber Plantation
Police in Nkhata Bay have launched a manhunt for unknown individuals suspected of setting fire to rubber trees at the Chombe Rubber Plantation in the district. Read more »
Malawi: When the Rains Change - Malawi's Farmers Struggle to Adapt
As the rainy season fast approaches, farmers across Malawi faces growing uncertainties. Followed by unpredictable weather patterns , threatening harvests, livelihoods, and the food… Read more »
Equatorial Guinea/Malawi: Equatorial Guinea Snubs Flames, Angers Malawian Fans
Malawian football fans were left frustrated and disappointed after Equatorial Guinea failed to show up for their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against the Flames, which was… Read more »
