The High Court has moved to refreeze a staggering K1 billion held at First Capital Bank belonging to Infinity Finance Limited, after the Financial Intelligence Authority (FIA) successfully applied for a fresh preservation order amid ongoing suspicions the money is linked to financial crimes. According to a published ruling, the court granted the order after […] The post Infinity Finance Limited: Court refreezes K1 billion  at First Capital Bank amid fresh financial crime suspicions appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Former Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) Chief Elections Officer Andrew Mpesi, 49, along with three fellow senior officials, are set to face charges of abuse of office and money laundering, police have confirmed, as the fallout from a growing scandal at the electoral body continues to escalate. Deputy Police publicist Alfred Chimthere named the three other […] The post Mpesi and three top MEC officials face abuse of office and money laundering charges appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Minister of Sports and Youth, Alfred Gangata, has unveiled an ambitious plan to stage a major international concert in the country, revealing that global superstars Chris Brown and Burna Boy have emerged as the frontrunners from an initial shortlist of three international artists. In a statement addressing widespread public reaction to the proposal, Gangata insisted […] The post Chris Brown or Burna Boy? Gangata’s blockbuster concert plan to mint Malawi’s next generation of billionaires appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Adelaide Migogo, chairperson of the National Women’s Football Committee and leader of Malawi’s delegation at the CAF Women’s Champions League COSAFA Qualifier, has hailed Silver Strikers Ladies’ historic run to the semi-finals as further proof of the rising quality within Malawi’s domestic women’s football league. Speaking after the Bankers thrashed Nsingizini Hotspurs 5-1 to book […] The post Adella hails growing quality of Malawi’s women’s football: ‘We march with power’ appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Malawi’s state-backed fuel importer is facing severe political backlash after $404,000 (£300,000 / K700m) of state funds disappeared in a suspected fraudulent transaction, raising fresh concerns over corporate governance and institutional oversight in the Southern African nation. ​Dr Matthews Mtumbuka, vice president of the opposition United Transformation Movement (UTM) and a Member of Parliament, called […] The post Mtumbuka brands K700m loss an ‘avoidable failure of corporate governance’ appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The High Court in Blantyre has adjourned the murder trial of seven people accused of killing Dr Victoria Bobe until 30 November 2026, after the State concluded its case with harrowing final testimony from a terrified security guard who was overpowered and tied up on the night of the fatal attack. Judge Ruth Chinangwa announced […] The post Gunshot mystery: ‘I didn’t see it fired!’ — Dr Bobe trial halted till November. appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

There is a version of Malawi’s financial history now writing itself almost entirely in one institution’s ledgers. Three of the country’s most consequential public-money scandals — spanning more than a decade — share a common thread: National Bank of Malawi. Whether that thread points to systemic failure, institutional negligence, or mere coincidence is a question […] The post NBM: Bank of the Nation, or Bank of the Vanishing Billions? appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Silver Strikers Ladies produced a statement performance to book their place in the semi-finals of the CAF Women’s Champions League COSAFA Qualifier, brushing aside Eswatini’s Nsingizini Hotspurs 5-1 at Gaborone United Stadium in emphatic fashion. The Malawian debutants set the tone early and never let up, with Grace Kakangula breaking the deadlock inside two minutes […] The post Silver Strikers Ladies make history with CAF semi-final berth appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Former Energy Minister Atupele Muluzi has launched a furious counterattack after being accused of promising former ESCOM security guards K1 million each in exchange for withdrawing a court case, branding the allegations “completely false, fabricated and without any factual basis.” Muluzi hit back after a media outlet published a story linking him to the alleged […] The post “Completely fabricated!” Atupele Muluzi explodes over claims he bribed ESCOM guards appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

President Peter Mutharika’s stepson, Tadikira Mafubza, has publicly urged former Director of Public Prosecutions Steve Kayuni to return to Malawi, in a pointed social media post that has drawn attention for its personal undertones. Kayuni served as the country’s chief public prosecutor during the administration of former president Lazarus Chakwera, overseeing several high-profile cases that […] The post Mutharika’s stepson Tadikila taunts former DPP Kayuni over prolonged absence from Malawi appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

A prominent Malawian criminal lawyer has issued an explosive call for young artist S Khrizzy to be arrested and prosecuted, after the rapper released a song reportedly containing vicious attacks and insults directed at football sensation Temwa Chawinga. Gift Katundu didn’t hold back in his condemnation of the track, branding its contents “detestful and unpalatable” […] The post Rapper S Khrizzy faces jail threat as lawyer brands attack song on Chawinga “detestful and unpalatable” appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Malawi’s former Finance Minister, Simplex Chithyola Banda, is facing intensified legal jeopardy after his abuse-of-office case was dramatically referred to the High Court, marking a significant escalation in a scandal that could see decisions made during his tenure at the top of government’s finances placed under the microscope. The transfer followed an application by the […] The post Chithyola K29bn abuse-of-office case referred to Malawi’s High Court appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Malawi’s Electoral Commission (MEC) has been accused of squandering a staggering K1.2 billion annually on rental costs in Lilongwe — a jaw-dropping twenty times more than the mere K60 million it would cost to operate from Blantyre, as explosive new details emerge of leadership resistance to a presidential relocation directive. Sources say the vast majority […] The post MEC bosses blow K1.2 billion a year on Lilongwe rentals — 20 TIMES pricier than Blantyre — as they defy president’s relocation order appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Minister of Mining Thoko Tembo has called on journalists to play a more balanced role in reporting on Malawi’s mining sector, describing the media as a crucial tool for disseminating accurate information to the public. Tembo made the remarks in Salima during a Media Engagement on Mining and Mineral related matters, urging reporters to ground […] The post Mining minister urges Malawi media to look beyond controversy in sector coverage appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Environmental sector stakeholders in Malawi have called on authorities and development partners to increase efforts to mobilise climate financing and sustainability programmes aimed at strengthening communities’ resilience to climate change. Speaking at a workshop on climate justice organised by the NCA-DCA Malawi Joint Country Programme, Alfred Kambwiri of the Centre for Environmental Policy and Advocacy […] The post Malawi environmental groups call for greater climate financing to protect vulnerable communities appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Muslims across Malawi have joined believers around the world in commemorating the birth of Prophet Muhammad, with thousands taking part in the country’s annual Ziyara Parade amid scenes of prayer, reflection and celebration. In Blantyre, the main event is currently underway at Mpingwe Sports Club in Limbe, where the faithful have gathered for prayers, recitations […] The post Malawi’s Muslims mark Prophet Muhammad’s birth in style appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The wife of President Peter Mutharika’s personal bodyguard and deputy minister has been elevated to one of the most senior positions in Malawi’s police force, despite currently facing a case to answer over the death of a man who was electrocuted while in police custody. The Malawi Police Service Commission has confirmed the appointment of […] The post Evalista Chisale named deputy inspector general of Malawi police appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Game show formats have moved from a small niche to a significant share of live casino traffic in just a few years. It marks one of the sharpest changes in how online casino operators build out their live floors, and Roulette sits at the centre of it. Much of the growth is concentrated in live Roulette, […] The post Why Live Roulette is pulling ahead of Slots on player retention in 2026 appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Malawi’s National Oil Company (NOCMA) is facing a wave of public fury and pointed questions after confirming it was duped out of a staggering $403,605 — roughly K700 million — in a sophisticated cyber fraud scheme, with social commentator Onjezani Kenani suggesting the scandal reeks of inside involvement. The state fuel importer confirmed in a […] The post Commentator smells inside job in NOCMA’s K700m fraud scandal appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

It is being billed as one of the most extraordinary sporting showdowns in Malawian history — a father and son going head-to-head, not on the pitch, but in the boardroom of football sponsorship, as their two clubs collide for silverware and serious bragging rights. Business mogul Thom Mpinganjira’s Mighty Wanderers will lock horns with Ekhaya […] The post ‘Ball thicker than blood’: Mpinganjira father and son go head-to-head for K40million Airtel Top 8 crown appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Two of Malawi’s history-making Scorchers have been handed a generous cash reward after their heroics helped fire the nation to a historic first-ever qualification for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup, with financial services provider Msilikali SACCO (MSACCO) stepping up to celebrate its own in style. MSACCO presented tokens of appreciation worth K1,000,000 each to […] The post Scorchers stars rewarded! MSACCO hands over K1million cash prizes to Asimenye and Sabina appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Malawi’s government has issued a blunt ultimatum to recalled diplomatic staff still lingering abroad, warning that anyone refusing to return home immediately now risks arrest by their host countries, as their continued stay is officially illegal. Minister of Information Shadric Namalomba delivered the stern warning after reports emerged that a number of diplomats had failed […] The post Malawi govt orders stranded diplomats home now — as recalled envoys accused of dragging their feet in foreign postings appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has appointed career diplomat Bertrand Khanyizira as Chargé d’Affaires at Malawi’s mission in Israel, taking over from David Bisnowaty, whose tenure in the role has now come to an end. Khanyizira, who previously served as Head of Chancery at the same mission, brings with him nearly two decades of diplomatic […] The post Career diplomat Khanyizira takes over Israel posting from Bisnowaty as Mutharika presses ahead with diplomatic reshuffle appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Malawi’s fight against Gender Based Violence (GBV) is being crippled not by a lack of laws, but by weak enforcement, poor access to services and glaring accountability gaps, government has admitted, as shocking new figures reveal the true scale of the crisis gripping the nation. Minister of Gender, Children, Disability and Social Welfare, Mary Navicha, […] The post Minister sounds alarm on Malawi’s GBV crisis: 24,467 cases in a single year appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The Human Rights Consultative Committee (HRCC) has launched a hard-hitting national campaign demanding a comprehensive overhaul of Malawi’s asset recovery and forfeiture laws, warning that current powers are being wielded unfairly — and, in one striking case, abused entirely. The campaign, titled “Fair Forfeiture, Equal Justice,” is pushing for a system capable of effectively clawing […] The post HRCC accuses Lilongwe City Council of abusing forfeiture powers to confiscate vendors’ goods appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The National Oil Company of Malawi (Nocma) has been left red‑faced after cyber‑criminals tricked the state fuel importer into wiring $403,605 (about K700 million) straight into a fraudulent account — in what insiders are calling one of the most embarrassing digital heists in Malawi’s public sector. According to Nocma, the scammers impersonated Mozhandling Limited, a […] The post National Bank of Malawi wired funds to fake account in Nocma cyber‑fraud case appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The former Chief Executive Officer of the National Water Resources Authority, Dwight Kambuku, has been arrested following damning findings uncovered by the National Audit Office, in a case now overshadowed by accusations of improper police conduct. News of the arrest was confirmed by Kambuku’s lawyer, Chrispine Ndalama, who wasted no time hitting out at what […] The post Ex-water authority chief arrested over audit bombshell — lawyer slams police for “skipping” proper arrest procedure appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Malawi’s Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Ben Phiri, has issued a rallying call for Malawians to break free from dependency on foreign aid and embrace self-reliance, insisting it is the only path to genuine, sustainable development. Phiri delivered the message in Ntchisi, at an event hosted by World Vision to showcase two decades […] The post Ben Phiri calls for end to handouts as World Vision exits Ntchisi appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Malawi’s political temperature spiked at  the start if the  week after Leonard Chimbanga, Malawi’s diplomat‑designate to South Africa, unleashed a blistering attack on the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) for floating the idea of Lazarus Chakwera contesting again in the 2030 elections. Chimbanga, never one to mince words, dismissed the proposal as “wishful thinking,” arguing that […] The post Diplomat erupts: Chimbanga says Chakwera 2030 bid “dead on arrival” appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Malawi’s Political Science Association has warned that grassroots endorsements pushing Lazarus Chakwera to stand again as the Malawi Congress Party’s presidential candidate in 2030 risk sidelining other capable figures within the party, potentially undermining internal democracy before the race has even properly begun. The Association’s spokesperson, Mavuto Bamusi, issued the caution after MCP’s District Chairperson […] The post Political scientists warn MCP’s early endorsement of Chakwera for 2030 could freeze out rival talent appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

There is something fitting about the fact that Prophet Amos Kambale’s ministry began not in a church, but in a lecture hall. Ten years on, the architecture graduate who once studied blueprints now oversees a spiritual structure of his own — Life International Church, known across Lilongwe and beyond as simply “The Solution Centre.” The […] The post Prophet Kambale’s 10-year journey of obedience: The story of Life International Church appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

UTM Vice President Dr Mathews Mtumbuka has hit back furiously at former Vice-President Khumbo Kachali after his cheeky “2060” jab at party leader Dalitso Kabambe, dismissing the remark as either “a pure (insensitive) joke” or “a senior moment” — or possibly both. The sharp rebuke comes after Kachali left crowds at the Livingstonia Synod elective […] The post ‘Back to sender!’ UTM’s Mtumbuka fires back at Kachali’s “2060” jibe in blistering response appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

A staggering K1.1 trillion damages claim brought by the defunct Finance Bank of Malawi (FBM) came under intense scrutiny in Blantyre today, as Attorney General Frank Mbeta subjected the bank’s key financial witness to a gruelling cross-examination before High Court and Supreme Court Assistant Registrar Ibrahim Hussein. The high-stakes assessment centres on FBM’s colossal compensation […] The post AG  Mbeta rips into Finance Bank’s K1.1trillion damages claim over “compromised” calculations appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

The human cost of conflict is immense. Global headlines document the devastating consequences in the Middle East and territories, Sudan, the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Sahel, and beyond. It is a significant cost in terms of both lives lost and harmed, particularly for children, and communities fragmented. In 2025 alone, at least […] The post Build Markets and Build Resilience: The Paradigm Shift to Build Economies and Save Lives Across Africa appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Malawi’s Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Dr Ben Malunga Phiri, was the subject of warm tributes from across government on Monday as colleagues marked his birthday. The Ministry issued a formal statement honouring Phiri’s “dedicated and purposeful national service,” while a more personal message came from Minister of Lands, Housing and Urban Development, […] The post Ben Phiri marks birthday with tributes from ministry and political allies appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.