July 07
Malawi: Report Reveal That Most Malawians Dont Have Proper Jobs, Many Depend On Maganyu
Nyasa Times
A March 2024 European Commission report monitoring Malawi's economy says many people in Malawi depend on piecework for a living. Read more »
July 05
Malawi: Analyst Deplores 'Early Endorsement' of Political Parties' Leaders, Presidential Candidates
Nyasa Times
In the ensuing excitement over anticipated political parties' elective conventions ahead of the 2025 general elections, Mzuzu University-based political analyst Chrispin Mphande… Read more »
Burkina Faso/Burundi: Flames Grouped Alongside Senegal, Burkina Faso and Burundi in Group L of the Afcon Morocco 2025
Nyasa Times
Malawi Flames have been grouped alongside Burkina Faso, Burundi and 2021 champions, Senegal for the Africa Cup of Nation (AFCON) Morocco 2025,, whose qualifiers will kick off next… Read more »
Malawi: Court Orders MEC to Pay Ex-Employee George Khake Mk69.4m for Unfair Labour Practices in 2017
Nyasa Times
The Industrial Relations Court (IRC) in Blantyre has ordered the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) to pay its former employee, George Khake, the sum of MK69, 361, 001.16 for unfair… Read more »
Malawi: Drug Policy and Harm Reduction Platform Advocates for Support for Persons Who Use Drugs
Nyasa Times
Drug Policy and Harm Reduction Platform (DPHRP) Malawi has expressed its strongest disapproval against what it describes as outdated laws, which were designed to punish persons who… Read more »
Malawi: Ministry of Education Assures Newly Promoted Teachers of Their Hiked Salaries Soon
Nyasa Times
Ministry of education on Thursday met representatives from the newly promoted teachers where the secretary for education Professor Mangani Chilala Katundu assured them that they… Read more »
Malawi: Illovo Sugar Half Year Net Profit Down By K11 Billion Against Last Year's Performance
Nyasa Times
At its Investors' Forum on Wednesday, Illovo Sugar Malawi Plc disclosed that they have recorded a 2024 half year net profit of K22 billion, which is down by K11 billion against… Read more »
July 04
Malawi: Malawi to Benefit From Euro 15 Million EU/ITU Broadband Mapping Initiative
Nyasa Times
Malawi is amongst 11 sub-Saharan African countries that have been selected to benefit from initiative by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) to implement national… Read more »
Malawi: Buried With Honor - UTM, Family Salute Chakwera for Supporting Lucius in Illness and Dignifying Him in Death
Nyasa Times
Though he prophesized a lowly funeral ceremony in Mzimu wa Soldier, Lucius Banda has finally slept with honor and dignity today at Sosola Village in Balaka with his family and,… Read more »
Malawi: Mother Care Groups Lobby for More Support Towards Under-5 Immunisation
Nyasa Times
Mother Care Groups (MCGs), under Traditional Authority Kalolo in Lilongwe, are lobbying for more support from Malawi Health Equity Network (MHEN) in the work of sensitizing mothers… Read more »
Malawi: Despite Good Sales At Auction, Tobacco Growers Still Frustrated With Delays in Receiving Payment
Nyasa Times
Tobacco growers' representative body, Tobacco Association of Malawi (Tama) Trust, has expressed dismay at continued delays in receiving payment for tobacco sold. Read more »
Malawi: Govt Fears to Collect K172bn From Kabaza Import Tax Because Kabaza Owners Threatened 'We Will Not Vote for You'
Nyasa Times
It should shock you that government, despite being tough on other imports, is failing to collect about K172 billion from kabaza operators as they threaten politicians with votes,… Read more »
Malawi: Emmanuel University Urges Malawians to Adopt Biofertilizer for Higher Productivity in the Agricultural Sector
Nyasa Times
Emmanuel University, in partnership with the Malawi Government and Permaculture under Scope Malawi, has urged stakeholders in Lilongwe Rural West Education Division to adopt… Read more »
Malawi: Honoured While Alive - How Chakwera Dignified Legendary Lucius Banda While Alive
Nyasa Times
Departed legendary musician Lucius Banda is gone, and gone for good. He succumbed to kidney failure on 30 June 2024. Read more »
Malawi: TNM Implements K318 Million Projects Through Mudziwathu
Nyasa Times
The country's pioneer mobile network and ICT services provider, TNM Plc has launched implementation of community projects worth K318 million nationwide under the Mudziwathu… Read more »
July 03
Malawi: ACB Admits It Is Failing to Fight Corruption, Says 'Truth Be Told, Corruption Is Worsening'
Nyasa Times
Despite various interventions to aid the fight against corruption, the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) says graft continues to worsen in the country, largely facilitated by poor… Read more »
Malawi: Lake of Stars, Malawi Airlines Collaborate to Bring Artists, Attendees to 2024 Festival
Nyasa Times
Lake of Stars has entered into a new partnership with Malawi Airlines, which will see the two companies collaborating in bringing artists from across Africa to this year's Lake of… Read more »
Malawi: Ruling Tonse Alliance in a Tailspin [analysis]
African Arguments
Suspicions around the death of VP Saulos Chilima augur badly for Chakwera's re-election hopes, and even worse for the ruling coalition. Read more »
July 02
Malawi: How ACB Boss Martha Chizuma Protected DPP Gurus From Prosecution
Nyasa Times
During President Lazarus Chakwera's tenure, Malawi has witnessed numerous achievements, demonstrating the administration's commitment to progress and reform. Read more »
Malawi: Political Analyst Hails DPP for Announcing Its Convention - Urges Party to Come Clear On Criteria, Nomination Fees
Nyasa Times
Main opposition and erstwhile governing party, Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), announced dates for its seemingly "all inclusive" elective conference ahead of the 2025 general… Read more »
Malawi: Chityola Accused of Allegedly Bribing Councilors to Influence Lilongwe Mayoral Elections
Nyasa Times
As the battle for the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) convention intensifies, Finance Minister Simplex Chithyola Banda faces accusations of bribing councilors to secure votes for his… Read more »
Malawi/South Africa: Is Gaba Still Going to Be At Moroka Swallows?
Nyasa Times
South Africa-based Malawian striker Frank Gabadinho Mhango has announced plans to meet his manager to determine his future following the acquisition of his DStv Premiership club… Read more »
July 01
Malawi: Blantyre Health Centres Provided With Motorcycles for Direct Delivery of Routine Immunization Vaccines
Nyasa Times
Blantyre District Health Office (DHO) has provided 18 motorcycles to health centres under its jurisdiction for direct delivery of routine immunisation vaccines and other… Read more »
Malawi: Experts Warn DPP Party That Pursuing Section 65 Is Just Another Waste of Time
Nyasa Times
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has been warned by experts that it will just be another waste of time and also shrinking their base if the party continues to push for Section 65… Read more »
Malawi: Chibuku Products Limited Supports Khulubvi Arts Festival
Nyasa Times
Chibuku Products Limited (CPL), a local opaque brewery known for its commitment to quality and community engagement, has reiterated its commitment to promoting cultural and… Read more »