March 20
Malawi: NBM Commits K20 Million for SKC Foundation Golf Fundraiser
The National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has given out K20 million towards the upcoming SKC Foundation fundraising charity golf tournament scheduled for 28 March, 2026 in Lilongwe. Read more »
Malawi: FDH Bank Steps Up Support for National Development
FDH Bank Plc has reaffirmed its role in complementing government efforts to drive Malawi's socio-economic development through interventions that uplift communities and support key… Read more »
Malawi: SESTU Demands Seat At the Table, Slams 'Exclusion' in Government Pay Talks
The Secondary School Teachers Union (SESTU) has raised the alarm over what it calls systematic exclusion from crucial government negotiations on salaries and conditions of… Read more »
Malawi: Levies Spark Fears of Reversing Mobile Money Gains
A new 0.05% levy on mobile money and electronic transfers has alarmed industry players, who warn it could push Malawians back to cash and weaken years of progress in financial… Read more »
Malawi: NGM PLC Repositions 'NBM Smart Cover' to Ease Upfront Insurance Costs
National Bank of Malawi plc (NBM plc) has repositioned and rebranded its insurance premium financing solution, NBM Smart Cover, enabling customers to secure insurance cover without… Read more »
Malawi: Magla Advocates Responsible Gambling Advertising to Protect Children
The Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) has emphasised the need for responsible gambling advertising, saying measures introduced under Directive No. 1 of 2025 are aimed… Read more »
March 18
Malawi: ACB Under Pressure - Fresh Sattar-Linked Contract Claims Test Malawi's Anti-Corruption Firewall
The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) is under mounting pressure to act decisively after confirming it will respond on March 18 to a formal complaint over explosive allegations that the… Read more »
Malawi: Standard Bank Defies Economic Strain, Posts K122bn Profit Amid Malawi's Financial Squeeze
As households and businesses strain under rising costs, high interest rates, and stubborn inflation, Standard Bank plc has posted a striking K121.7 billion profit after… Read more »
Malawi: Analysis - How Dr. Mathews Mtumbuka Captured Rumphi Central While the Blue Alliance Exposed Its Fault Lines
The recent Rumphi Central by-election has delivered a striking political lesson: when ruling allies quarrel, the opposition capitalizes. Dr. Mathews Mtumbuka of the United… Read more »
Malawi: Standard Bank Leads Governance Push With K66 Million Contribution
Standard Bank Plc has emerged as a key driver of governance reform in Malawi's public sector, contributing K66 million to the Parastatal Board Members Orientation Programme. The… Read more »
Malawi: Scandal Uncovered - Pension Fund Paid K27bn for K8.5bn Sigelege Hotel in Lilongwe
In a startling revelation, the Public Service Pension Trust Fund (PSPTF)--already under intense scrutiny for its controversial K128 billion purchase of Amaryllis Hotel--has been… Read more »
Malawi: Police Probe MCP Over Alleged Illegal Cadre Training At State Facility
A political storm is brewing after Malawi's top law enforcement officer confirmed a formal investigation into allegations that the governing Malawi Congress Party (MCP) conducted… Read more »
Malawi: Lake Malawi Surges to Multi-Year High As Authorities Open Liwonde Floodgates to Avert Disaster
Water authorities have sounded the alarm after confirming that levels in Lake Malawi have surged to their highest point in years, underscoring growing pressure on surrounding… Read more »
March 17
Malawi: Zamba, Kapondamgaga Summoned As Amaryllis Scandal Tightens Grip On Previous State House Power Circle
The deepening investigation into the controversial purchase of Amaryllis Hotel has now reached the very heart of executive power, with former Secretary to the President and Cabinet… Read more »
March 18
Malawi: State Moves to Collapse Mchacha Corruption Cases, Raising Fresh Questions On Political Will
The state is moving to collapse long-standing corruption cases against former cabinet minister and Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) southern region governor Charles Mchacha, in a… Read more »
March 17
Malawi: DPP Fostino Maele Discontinues Norman Chisale's K5 Billion Corruption Case, Opening Door for Release of Seized Assets
In a decision that is already igniting fierce debate over the integrity of Malawi's justice system, Director of Public Prosecutions Fostino Maele has discontinued the high-stakes… Read more »
Malawi: Tension, Stakes Rise As Voters Head to Crucial By-Elections Today
Voters across four constituencies and nine wards are heading to the polls today in what is shaping up to be a tightly watched electoral test, with the Malawi Electoral Commission… Read more »
Malawi: FDH Bank PLC, Ekhaya Renew Pact With Sunday Soirée
FDH Bank plc and Ekhaya Group have renewed their partnership with lifestyle and networking platform Sunday Soirée, a move aimed at strengthening engagement with clients… Read more »
Malawi: AGRA Malawi Engages Media in Food Systems Transformation Drive
AGRA Malawi has called for a strategic shift in how agricultural stories are told, urging journalists to move beyond passive reporting and become active partners in transforming… Read more »
Malawi: Mala Graduates 24 in Library and ICT
The Malawi Library Association (MALA) has challenged graduating students to embrace their critical role as custodians of knowledge and facilitators of access to information. Read more »
Malawi: Namalomba, Chithyola Clash in Explosive Amaryllis War
Parliament turned into a political battleground as Deputy Leader of the House Shadreck Namalomba and Leader of the Opposition Simplex Chithyola Banda tore into each other over the… Read more »
Malawi: Cost of Living Drops 4.6 Percent in February
The cost of living for an average urban household has dropped by 4.6 percent in February, offering a slight relief to consumers grappling with high prices. Read more »
Malawi: Kenani's Question Sparks Fierce Debate Over Malawi's Mineral Future
A blunt question from social media activist Onjezani Kenani is now forcing Malawi into an uncomfortable but necessary national conversation: who really benefits from the country's… Read more »
Malawi: 'Spare Him' - Pressure Mounts As Ailing Kalumo Denied Medical Access in Custody
A storm is brewing over the continued detention of former Immigration chief Brigadier Charles Kalumo, with growing calls for authorities to show restraint as the visibly unwell… Read more »
March 16
Malawi: Govt Removes Taxes On Electric, Hybrid Vehicles As Global Fuel Prices Rise
Government has removed taxes on the importation of electric and hybrid vehicles in a move aimed at accelerating the adoption of fuel-efficient transport as global fuel prices… Read more »
