The pressure Malawians had with the rising cost of living is visibly and observably easing down due to declining maize prices, potentially alleviating financial burdens for consumers, a survey shows. This, according to the Centre for Social Concern’s (CfSC) recent cost of living analysis, contrasts with the preceding period from December 2023 to January 2024 […] The post Cost of living easing down as maize prices continue to decline across the country appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI) has exposed sexual exploitation at Shoyona Cement Corporation’s head office, Kanengo in the capital Lilongwe. During the press conference on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 in the capital Lilongwe, CDEDI Executive Director Sylvester Namiwa showed journalists a 17:26 minutes video disgusting abuse of power by an employer of […] The post Exposed: Sexual exploitation rampant at Shayona Cement offices in Lilongwe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

With over 8 people dead because of the illicit distil known as Ambuye Nditengeni, a baseline survey within Blantyre has revealed that there is high demand for this drink and its price has even doubled despite police threats to get rid of dealers.   Spot-checks done by The Nation newspaper in Blantyre on Tuesday has […] The post Shocker: Despite being deadly, demand for ‘Ambuye Nditengeni’ alcohol drink increases in Blantyre appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Tongues are wagging over revelations that police officers packed food rations are due to expire next month in Malawi Police Service store rooms because they were subjected to legal battles as they were supplied by companies belonging to corruption accused Zuneth Sattar. This means billions of tax payer money has been wasted. However, deputy Inspector […] The post Are Police officers going to consume expired food rations? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Government has with immediate effect banned gold mining in Zomba as the activities were mainly done by foreigners in some parts of district. Minister of Mining Monica Chayang’anamuno visited places where gold panning is done on Tuesday and she warned the state will prosecute anyone disregarding the order. Chayang’anamuno said the government prohibits other parties […] The post Government bans gold mining in Zomba, foreigners dominated appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

National Bank of Malawi Plc says the number of customers utilizing their digital platforms has grown beyond expectation since the launch of the ‘Popanda Chifukwa’ Mo626Pay/POS Promotion in December last year. The Bank’s Cards Acquiring and Merchants Services Manager, David Tamula said this during the third monthly draw of the promotion which took place in […] The post National Bank touts digital uptake in ‘Popanda Chifukwa’ promotion  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

FDH Money Bureau says the on-going Golden Reunion Promotion has received tremendous customer support as excitement builds for the second draw. FDH Money Bureau Managing Director Anthony Chimuna said the promotion, which was launched in February, has excited most customers who visit the Bureau to do international money transfer transactions as it offers them a […] The post FDH’s Golden Union Promotion excites customers appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Former United Democratic Front (UDF) President Atupele Muluzi says his endorsement as the party’s torchbearer in next year’s elections is against democratic values. His comment comes after the party’s National Executive Committee-NEC reportedly endorsed him during a political rally at Makalanga CCAP Ground in Blantyre last weekend. Writing on his Facebook page, Muluzi said actions […] The post Atupele Muluzi speaks against being endorsed as UDF torchbearer: “Its against my democratic values.” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) Regulatory Authority Chief Executive Officer Edward Chileka has threatened to blacklist all NGOs that will not comply, register and get license from the NGOs regulator body come 31st May, 2024. The organization issued a statement earlier this year calling all organisations to register and get license from the institutions by 31st March […] The post NGO regulatory body threatens to blacklist noncompliance NGOs appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A court in Mangochi has found today comedian turned rights activist Bon Kalindo with a case to answer on instigating violence in Mangochi which led to looting and damage of shops in the district. Senior Resident Magistrate Muhammad Maxwell Chande, who is hearing the case, has since set May 7, 2024, to start hearing defense. […] The post Kalindo has case to answer on Mangochi violence appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

United Democratic Front (UDF) presidential candidate Atupele Muluzi says the arrest of the Nation Publications Limited journalist yesterday is a threat to democracy. Police yesterday arrested Macmillan Mhone over a story about businessman Abdul Karim Batatawala which was published on online news site, Malawi 24 in 2023. Writing on his face book wall, Muluzi says […] The post Atupele Muluzi says journalist arrest is threat to democracy appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The minister of Justice Hon. Titus Mvalo is attending the Johannesburg Arbitration Week (JAW) being hosted by the Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa (AFSA) and co-hosted by leading solicitor firms, bars and other founding members of the AFSA. The Week has opened today with a call to excellent service delivery in business dispute resolution. Taking […] The post Mvalo says Malawi is attractive seat for international commercial disputes appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Lazarus Chakwera, on Tuesday, received letters of credence from four non – resident diplomatic envoys, who are assuming office in their respective missions. The presentation took place at Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe. The four new envoys are; Ms. Evelyn Butoyi from the Republic of Burundi who will be based in Lusaka, Zambia; and Dr. […] The post An all-female four diplomatic envoys present letters of credence to Chakwera appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The business atmosphere has been recently characterised by a criminal case that, from the look of things, has been a glittering hope for the business community, especially the local sector of it, to challenge fraudulent and unfair dominance by foreign business enterprises. The complexity of the Malawian business atmosphere is such that greed of some […] The post DPP, Chamkakala, under legal scrutiny for discontinuing Paramount Holdings criminal case appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The National Aids Commission (NAC) has urged journalists in the country to take special interest in raising awareness on the importance of HIV testing and adherence to treatment. NAC’s HIV Prevention and Management Officer, Francis Mabedi, made the call on Monday at Grand Palace Hotel in Mzuzu. He was speaking to journalists belonging to Nyika […] The post NAC calls for more awareness on HIV and AIDS appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Police have arrested and detained a Nation Publications Limited journalist, Macmillan Mhone, over an online story published which he contributed to Malawi24. He is accused of publishing news that would allegedly cause public fear or alarm as it reportedly implied that corruption suspect, Abdul Karim Batatawala, had networked to register companies to continue winning government […] The post NPL journalist arrested, MISA Malawi demands immediate and unconditional release appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In this opinion, UK-based political scientist Dr John Mwapasa, argues Malawians have, under Chakwera’s leadership, witnessed nothing short of disappointment and betrayal of the people’s trust. President Lazarus Chakwera’s presidency was supposed to be a beacon of hope for Malawi, a departure from the corruption and nepotism that plagued the previous administration under Peter Mutharika […] The post Opinion: Lazarus Chakwera is a lame duck President appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The money laundering case involving former Department of Immigration and Citizenship Services Director General Elvis Thodi and businessman Abdul Karim Batatawala enters court tomorrow at Zomba High Court. Court documents indicate the high court sitting as a constitutional court will either agree with the Thodi and Batatawala that the court proceedings are unconstitutional or side […] The post Fate of Thodi, Batawalala money laundering case tomorrow appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi is establishing four Centres of Vocational Excellence (CoVEs) to act as lead colleges for skills development in accordance with labour market needs, which “will result in improved youth qualifications, employability and productivity, thereby effectively contributing to economic and key industries growth”. The CoVEs are: Tourism Centre of Vocational Excellence within Malawi Institute of Tourism (MIT) […] The post Centres of vocational excellence for improved youth empowerment, economic growth appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Health authorities in Mangochi are worried with the unprecedented water rise levels which they fear could trigger water borne diseases. Mangochi is experiencing unprecedented water rise levels although the district is not receiving rains. Health authorities are urging people to use chlorinated water regardless of their sources, as the chances of contamination are high. The […] The post Water rise levels in Mangochi worry health authorities appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi stands to benefit from a partnership two multilateral firms – OCP Group and Fortescue Energy – signed in Morocco on Monday. OCP Group is a global leader in plant nutrition and phosphate-based fertilizers while Fortescue Energy is part of the global green energy, metals and technology company, Fortescue Ltd (Fortescue). The two firms announced […] The post Malawi poised to benefit from OCP, Fortescue partnership which aims to develop green energy, hydrogen and ammonia in Africa appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s celebrated photojournalist Ras Peter Kansengwa is set to undergo further care for his oncology problem after well-wishers offered to buy him return air-tickets. Kansengwa was recently diagnosed with Recurrent Kaposi Sarcoma and was flown to India where he underwent surgery. However, specialist oncologist, Dr. Richard Nyasosela, in a letter dated 12th February 2024 addressed to […] The post Ras Kansengwa aided as well-wishers provide air tickets to India for further oncology care appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) President Professor Peter Mutharika, who is also former state President for Malawi, has made a vow that, in next year’s polls, he will put an end to President Lazarus Chakwera’s presidency. He made the statement on Monday while donating food hampers to 300 Muslim households at Chisigele Village, TA Mponda in […] The post Mutharika vows to end Chakwera’s presidency next year: “We are taking our country back from thieves.” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Former director of Information Gideon Munthali is among the 49 prisoners pardoned by President Lazarus Chakwera during Easter celebrations a week ago, it has been established. Munthali’s lawyer Chrispine Mndala confirmed the development. “ Yes I can confirm that my client is now out and that is all I can say now.” Munthali was arrested […] The post Former Information Director Munthali walks free after presidential pardon appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority, (MACRA) says Malawi as one of the land locked and least developed countries requires digitalization as its great enabler in order to achieve it’s sustainable development goals by the year 2030. MACRA director general Daudi Suleman lamented that Malawi is currently in a situation whereby alot of people are not connected […] The post Digitalization a great enabler to achieve sustainable goals appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi leader President Lazarus Chakwera has commended Corps Africa for investing its effort in grooming young people to bring about sustainable change within themselves and their communities. President Chakwera made the remarks on Monday, when he held a meeting with Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Corps Africa Liz Fanning at Kamuzu Palace in […] The post Chakwera hails Corps Africa for impacting lives of Malawian youths appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Governance commentator Mabvuto Bamusi has taken a swipe at the World Economic Governance Index which indicates that Malawi is one of the 10 well-governed countries, saying it does not reflect the realistic situation on the ground. He said the index contradicted other reputable governance indexes, citing the most recent Transparency International Corruption Perception Index which […] The post Governance expert Bamusi question report that says Malawi is one of the well-governed countries appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Former first deputy speaker of the national assembly, Esther Mcheka Chilenje, has announced her intention to vie for the position of first deputy vice president of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) at the party’s upcoming elective conference in August.   Speaking to the media this morning, Chilenje, who recently joined the MCP, expressed optimism that […] The post Scramble for MCP party positions heats up: Mcheka-Chilenja announces vying for first deputy VP appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In the wake of revelations of shocking and disgusting ‘sex-for-grades’ activities at Mzuzu University involving some male lecturers and female student, the Civil Society Education Coalition (CSEC) has demanded action from government, to the extent of calling for the Malawi Human Rights Commission (MHRC) to hold a public inquiry on the matter. In a statement […] The post Education activists demand immediate action on rampant ‘sex-for-grades’ abuse at Mzuni appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

United Kingdom (UK)-based woman, Nelly Mhangani-Liwonde, has accused Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislator for Mangochi Central Constituency, Victoria Kingston, for allegedly snatching her husband, Lincoln Liwonde, whom Kingston got engaged a few days ago. But Kingston denies the allegations, challenging Mhangani-Liwonde to produce evidence that her marriage to Lincoln was valid. The lawmaker has gone […] The post MP Victoria Kingston accused of snatching someone’s husband: “I won’t stop fighting until I get my man back” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) has beaten its 2023/24 revenue target by K5.933 billion after collecting K2.186 trillion during the financial year that ended on March 31 2024. During the year, MRA projected to collect K2.180 trillion. The collection represents 42 percent revenue growth over 2022/23 financial year’s collection. In a published statement posted on […] The post Despite economic pains, MRA MRA beats 2023/24 target with about K6billion appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Zachitika ku msewu wa By-Pass ku Lilongwe komwe anthu asanu ndi mmodzi amwalira ndipo ena atatu avulala modetsa nkhawa pangozi ziwiri zomwe zachitikira malo amodzi. Mneneri wa polisi ya Lilongwe a Hastings Chigalu wati Lamulungu, galimoto ya mtundu wa truck ya kampani ya Central Poultry inali itafa, kotero inangoima pa msewu. Cha ma 7 koloko […] The post Anthu asanu ndi mmodzi amwalira, ambiri avulala pa ngozi ya ku By-pass ku Lilongwe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presiential aspirant Dalitso Kabambe has reiterated that Malawi has been clinging to a wrong fiscal policy, thereby subjecting the country to various social and economic challenges. Speaking today during the launch of the Blantyre Arch Diocese Choir DVD at St. Pius Parish of the Catholic Church, Kabambe said more needs to […] The post Kabambe talks politics at Blantyre Arch Diocese Choir DVD launch appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The fastest rising female musician Emmie Deebo has been booked to perform and represent Malawi at the Zanzibar International Youth Tourism Summit in August this year. According to a statement shared on her Facebook page, the event is organized by Zanvacay in partnership with the African Tourism Board and the Zanzibar Ministry of Tourism and […] The post Emmie Deebo to perform at Zanzibar International Youth Summit appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

GODKA Technologies, one of the leading Information and Communication Technology (ICT) firms, on Saturday treated southern region golfers to a tournament at Blantyre Sports Club. Company’s ICT Technical Manager Fadwick Mambutcha said the tournament demonstrates the commitment in its quest to interact with golfers and customers in the region. The golf tournament also provided a […] The post GODKA Technologies dates Southern region golfers appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.