October 16, 2025
Malawi: A Clash Between Technical Prudence and Strategic Vision - Mkaka Vs. Gangata On Letters of Credit and Malawi's Fuel Plan
The debate between Eisenhower Mkaka and Alfred Gangata over President Arthur Peter Mutharika's proposed US$500 million Letter of Credit (LC) to resolve Malawi's persistent fuel… Read more »
Malawi: FCB, Umodzi Park Partner to Celebrate and Empower Women
First Capital Bank (FCB) says is it committed to empowering women in Malawi by supporting initiatives that promote their health and business growth, which are key areas that… Read more »
Malawi: MCP Is Dying From the Same Disease That Killed Its Government - - Chakwera's Indecision
Dr. Lazarus Chakwera must stop dithering. Malawi has had enough of his slow, hesitant, and overly cautious style of leadership. Five years of indecision at State House cost him… Read more »
Malawi: MRA Unveils Electronic Invoicing System to Empower Businesses Nationwide
In a landmark move toward digital transformation, the Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) is launching its cutting-edge Electronic Invoicing System (EIS) on November 1, 2025. This… Read more »
Malawi: RBM Says Inflation Pressure Eases, Rules Out Currency Devaluation
The Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) has said pressure on the local currency has eased, thanks to renewed goodwill and financial support from development partners following the… Read more »
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 »
Kenya: Raila Odinga, Former Kenyan Prime Minister, Dies At 80
Former Kenyan Prime Minister and long-time opposition leader, Raila Odinga, has passed away at the age of 80. Reports indicate that he died on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, in… Read more »
October 14, 2025
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 »
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 »
October 13, 2025
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: 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'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 »
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: 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 »
