June 10
Malawi: Govt Dismisses Chaudry's Diplomatic Claims
It has emerged that Malawi's Ministry of Foreign Affairs formally declared that businessman Mahmood Azhar Chaudry never held diplomatic status, despite allegedly presenting himself… Read more »
Malawi: Bushiri Backs Repatriated Malawians, Urges National Support
Prophet Shepherd Bushiri has called for national support for Malawians returning from South Africa under the government's repatriation programme, saying many have come back… Read more »
Malawi: EDF Sets Aside K400 Billion for Gold Purchases As Drive to Boost Forex Gains Momentum
The Export Development Fund (EDF) has earmarked K400 billion for gold purchases this year as part of an aggressive strategy to increase Malawi's foreign exchange earnings and curb… Read more »
Malawi: East Bridge Wins Court Battle Against ACB Over Restriction On Tobacco Stocks
East Bridge has secured a significant legal victory against the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) after the High Court of Malawi set aside a restriction notice that prevented Limbe Leaf… Read more »
Malawi: CSOs Tear Into ACB, DPP Over Dropped Corruption Case Against Chinese National
A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs) has launched a blistering attack on the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) and the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) over the… Read more »
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 »
Malawi: NBM PLC Puts Digital Banking At the Core of Growth Strategy
National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc says digital banking is now the backbone of its growth strategy as the institution intensifies efforts to strengthen its market leadership, expand… Read more »
Malawi: Mzuni Students Benefit From Nbm PLC Mo Excellence Scholarship
National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has awarded scholarships to 57 needy students across various public universities in the country, including four from Mzuzu University (Mzuni), as… Read more »
June 07
Malawi: Farms Limited Wins Best Agribusiness Farm Award At the 2026 National Product Magazine Mid-Year Awards
Namuleri Farms Limited has been named Best Agribusiness Farm at the 2026 National Product Magazine Mid-Year Awards, in recognition of its outstanding contribution to Malawi's… Read more »
Malawi: Ten Old Mutual Malawi Staff Qualify for Offshore Trip to China
Ten members of staff from Old Mutual (Malawi) Limited have qualified for the prestigious offshore trip administered by the parent company, Old Mutual Africa Regions, headquartered… Read more »
Malawi: More Rot At Mepa - Agency Accused of Sitting On Esia Reports, Squeezing Local Investors While Foreign Firms Thrive
Fresh allegations of deep-rooted dysfunction and possible corruption have emerged at the Malawi Environment Protection Authority (MEPA), with a growing number of local investors… Read more »
Malawi: Malawi Scales Up Tobacco Harm Reduction Training As 500+ Health Workers Complete New Online Cpd Modules
More than 500 nurses and midwives across Malawi have received specialized training on tobacco harm reduction and smoking cessation, with the rollout of new online Continuous… Read more »
Malawi: FOCSU Laments Selective Recruitments and Promotions
The Federation of Civil Service Unions (FOCSU) has raised serious concerns regarding the selective implementation of the recruitment and promotion freeze. Read more »
June 08
Malawi: Idle but Still On Payroll - DPP Saga Raises Fresh Questions About Government's Commitment to Austerity
As Malawians grapple with rising living costs, underfunded public services and repeated government calls for fiscal discipline, a lingering anomaly at the heart of government is… Read more »
Malawi: Over 254,000 Learners Begin Pslce Examinations As Maneb Tightens Security
A total of 254,486 Standard Eight learners across Malawi today begin sitting for the Primary School Leaving Certificate of Education (PSLCE) examinations, marking one of the most… Read more »
Malawi: Shepherd Bushiri Foundation Assures Chayera of Support, Says Project Will Be Fast-Tracked
The Shepherd Bushiri Foundation (SBF) has assured Malawians that the assistance promised to Mr. Crisford Chayera remains firmly on course, with Prophet Shepherd Bushiri personally… Read more »
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 »
Malawi: Malawi Responds to South Africa Xenophobia Crisis, 150 Citizens Successfully Repatriated
Malawi has begun bringing home its citizens displaced by a fresh wave of xenophobia-related tensions in South Africa, with 150 Malawians now on their way back after being evacuated… Read more »
June 05
Malawi: Is This the End of the Amaryllis Hotel Probe?
For months, the Amaryllis Hotel acquisition dominated national debate, triggered investigations by multiple institutions, led to frozen bank accounts and raised serious questions… Read more »
Malawi: Can Malawi Make Its Own Medicines? Government's New Tariffs Aim to End Import Dependence
The Malawi Government's decision to impose import tariffs of up to 25 percent on selected medicines has sparked intense debate among health and economic experts, with supporters… Read more »
Malawi: U.S. Visa Restrictions Expose Malawi's Growing International Credibility Problem
As the United States marks 250 years of independence, a cloud of uncertainty hangs over thousands of Malawians hoping to study, receive medical treatment, conduct business or visit… Read more »
Malawi: U.S. Commits K1.4 Trillion Health Package in Major Boost for Malawi
Malawi has received a major vote of confidence from the United States after Washington pledged up to $792 million (about K1.4 trillion) in health sector support over the next five… Read more »
Malawi: Reference Lending Rate Falls From 25.2% to 20.4% in Six Months
Malawians have received another encouraging economic boost after commercial banks reduced the reference lending rate for June to 20.4 percent, down from 20.6 percent in May. Read more »
Malawi: Malawi Has Become Dangerously Desensitised to Crisis - CCJP Warns
The Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) has issued a sobering warning that Malawi is becoming dangerously desensitised to repeated national crises, saying what once… Read more »
June 04
Malawi: Amidst Public Questions, DPP Fostino Maele Discontinues Yet Another Court Case Involving Ruling Party Officials
Public scrutiny is intensifying after the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Fostino Maele, discontinued yet another high-profile corruption case involving senior figures… Read more »
