March 25
Malawi: Sylvestre James Ayuba Tells MCP - 'Enough of the Nonsense! Leave Vitumbiko Mumba Alone!'
Nyasa Times
The disgraceful smear campaign against Vitumbiko Mumba within the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) is not just pathetic--it is outright treacherous. And what's worse? The very people… Read more »
Malawi: Nico Advocates Saving, Investment Culture
Nyasa Times
Following the launch of the campaign dubbed 'Zikumveka Kumbuyoko' last year, NICO Group has been taking a front seat in equipping Malawians with relevant and essential knowledge… Read more »
Malawi: Govt Awards $29.9 Million Passport Deal to Scandal-Plagued Firm Amid Procurement Irregularities
Nyasa Times
The Malawian government has ignited a firestorm of criticism after awarding a $29.9 million (K52 billion) passport printing contract to Madras Security Printers Private Limited, an… Read more »
March 24
Malawi: Nkhota Kota Chiefs Endorses Chakwera's Second-Term Bid, Applauds M5 Road Rehabilitation
Nyasa Times
Traditional leaders from Nkhotakota have overwhelmingly endorsed His Excellency, Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera's bid for re-election, praising his unwavering dedication to the… Read more »
Malawi: Good News - Mzuzu & Karonga Airports Set to Resume Flights in 3wks, Boosting Northern Malawi's Growth
Nyasa Times
The long-awaited reopening of Mzuzu and Karonga airports is just three weeks away, marking a significant milestone for northern Malawi. Deputy Minister of Transport Steven… Read more »
Malawi: Vitumbiko Mumba Blasts MCP Leadership - 'Enough of the Handclappers and Dirty Politics'
Nyasa Times
In an explosive and unapologetic outburst, Minister of Trade and Industry Vitumbiko Mumba has publicly condemned the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) leadership, accusing senior figures… Read more »
Malawi: Furious Gemstone Exporters Demand Immediate End to 'Reckless' Export Ban, Threaten Action
Nyasa Times
Malawi's gemstone exporters have issued a scathing ultimatum to the government, demanding the immediate lifting of what they call a crippling and "reckless" ban on mineral exports… Read more »
Malawi: Inkosi Chindi Endorses Chakwera, Applauds MCP for Transforming Mzimba
Nyasa Times
Inkosi Chindi of Mzimba has praised President Lazarus Chakwera's administration for delivering critical infrastructure developments in Mzimba district, calling for continued… Read more »
Malawi: Scorchers Ace Earns Montpellier Women Draw in France
Nyasa Times
Malawi National Women's Football star Rose Kabzere came on as a substitute on Saturday to rescue a point for Montpellier against Nantes in the French top women's football league. Read more »
Malawi: Malawi's Hidden Forex Leak - the Diaspora Role in Breaking Our Financial System [opinion]
Nyasa Times
I fully support the Reserve Bank of Malawi Governor's directive to reject import payments not processed through the formal local banking system. Read more »
Malawi: Malawi's Economic Growth - the Challenge of Implementation and Investment Readiness [opinion]
Nyasa Times
For over three decades, Malawi has crafted a succession of economic blueprints--each filled with promise, each aimed at unlocking growth, tackling poverty, and attracting… Read more »
Malawi: Bushiri Hails Malawi's Rising Stars in Thrilling Goshen-FAM Women's Football Finale
Nyasa Times
The founder and leader of Enlightened Christian Gathering (ECG) Jesus For All Nations, Major Prophet Shepherd Bushiri, has expressed his excitement and admiration for the growing… Read more »
March 23
Malawi: MPs Excited With Organo-Mineral Fertilizer Trials, Pledge to Lobby for Its Approval
Nyasa Times
Members of Parliament (MPs) under the Parliamentary Committee on Education, Science and Technology have expressed satisfaction with the efficacy of the organo-mineral fertilizer… Read more »
March 20
Malawi: Ethco Injects K2 Million Into Swam Indaba
Nyasa Times
Ethanol Company Limited (EthCo), a subsidiary of conglomerate Press Corporation Limited (PCL) has made a donation of K2 million to Sports Writers Association of Malawi (SWAM) for… Read more »
Malawi: NBM PLC Gives K3 Million to Sports Writers
Nyasa Times
National Bank of Malawi (NBM) Plc has given K3 million to the Sports Writers Association of Malawi (SWAM) in support of its Elective General Meeting (EGM) scheduled for this… Read more »
March 19
Malawi: Malawi's Economic Crisis Pushes Prices Beyond the Reach of Struggling Population
RFI
Lilongwe, Milawi - In Milawi's capital city of Lilongwe, Charles Kabenan desciribed his recent experience when visiting a shop to purchase building materials. The previous day, the… Read more »
Malawi: Malawi's Broken Promise - 'From Hope to Crisis' [opinion]
Nyasa Times
When Lazarus Chakwera swept to power in 2020, Malawians hoped for a clean break, an end to corruption and a revival of the economy. Instead, four and half years later the country… Read more »
Malawi: From Passion to Prosperity - How Neema Kaimila Mkangama Transformed Her Business and Found Balance [press release]
Graça Machel Trust
For years, Neema Kaimila Mkangama had been running on empty. Her days at Neema's Beauty Bar started early and stretched long into the evening. She was always working - always… Read more »
Malawi: Malawi Must End the Latif Syndrome [editorial]
Nyasa Times
In every nation battling corruption, there is a "Latif." A tycoon who operates above the law, accumulating wealth and influence while state institutions stand paralyzed--or worse,… Read more »
Malawi: Malawi Set for Affordable Fertilizer Breakthrough As Presscane Launches Production in Chikwawa
Nyasa Times
Malawians are set to benefit from more affordable fertilizer in the coming months as PressCane Limited prepares to commence the production of bio-fertilizer at its facility in… Read more »
Malawi: Analysis - Why Mapeto's Faizal Latif Remains Untouchable Amid a Trail of Scandals
Nyasa Times
Faizal Latif, the embattled owner of Mapeto David Whitehead & Sons, has come to epitomize a disturbing phenomenon in Malawi's governance and business landscape--unchecked… Read more »
March 18
Malawi: Atupele Muluzi Warns of Growing Threat to Democracy in Malawi
Nyasa Times
United Democratic Front (UDF) leader Atupele Muluzi has raised alarm over what he describes as a growing threat to democracy in Malawi, warning that the country is on a dangerous… Read more »
Malawi: Malawi Moves to Restrict Imports Amid Forex Crunch
Nyasa Times
Government has rolled out a sweeping import restriction on a list of commonly consumed goods in a bid to curb foreign exchange depletion and stimulate local production. Read more »
Zambia: High Soybean Prices in Zambia and Malawi May Make Chicken Costly Too - Lack of Competition Is to Blame [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Poultry is one of the cheapest protein sources for the growing population of the east and southern Africa region. That makes soybeans critical to food security in the region, as… Read more »
Malawi: DPP's Ben Phiri Tears Budget Apart, Calls It 'Fraudulent Document of Deception'
Nyasa Times
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) firebrand Ben Phiri (Thyolo Central) has unleashed a searing attack on the 2025-2026 national budget, branding it nothing short of a "fraudulent… Read more »
