In the wake of a disputed primary election in Mzimba Central, the silence of Malawi Congress Party (MCP) Secretary General Richard Chimwendo Banda and Director of Elections Elias Chakwera is sounding louder than any official statement. As party members and the public demand answers, neither has stepped forward to explain the chaotic and questionably conducted […] The post Chaos of MCP’s Mzimba Central Primaries: Silence from SG and Director of Elections Fuels Democratic Crisis appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Today, the flags fly high, the politicians speak with affected reverence, and school children sing songs of national pride. It’s Kamuzu Day in Malawi—a public holiday dedicated to celebrating the life and legacy of Hastings Kamuzu Banda, the self-proclaimed Ngwazi, the ‘founding father’ of the nation. But I do not celebrate. I cannot. To celebrate […] The post OPINION| Why I Don’t Celebrate Kamuzu Day appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi Congress Party (MCP) Secretary General and Minister of Local Government, Richard Chimwendo Banda, has declared that the ruling party is firmly entrenched in power and heading for continued governance beyond the September 16 elections. Speaking during Kamuzu Day commemorations at Mzuzu Stadium, Chimwendo Banda praised President Lazarus Chakwera for championing unity, development, and the […] The post MCP Is Here to Stay – Visibly Vibrant Chimwendo Tells Opposition Parties Ahead of September 16 Elections appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

With passion and resolve, President Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera delivered a stirring address during Kamuzu Day celebrations, declaring his mission to restore what Malawi’s founding president, Dr. Hastings Kamuzu Banda, built—and what others later dismantled. “Kamuzu built it. Others broke it. Now I am rebuilding it,” Chakwera declared before a packed crowd at Mzuzu Stadium, evoking […] The post Kamuzu Built It, Others Broke It—Now I Am Rebuilding It For a Better Malawi, Says Chakwera at Kamuzu Day Celebrations appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

For the first time, patients in Malawi can take a pill instead of enduring toxic IV drugs to survive a fast-moving and deadly disease. Rhodesiense sleeping sickness, a rare but often fatal illness spread by the tsetse fly, has long affected parts of East and Southern Africa. The disease—officially known as human African trypanosomiasis (HAT)—is caused […] The post Malawi launches first Oral Pill to fight deadly Sleeping Sickness appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s deep-rooted poverty is not some tragic accident of geography or a lingering colonial curse. It is the deliberate and devastating legacy of one man—Dr. Hastings Kamuzu Banda. The so-called “founding father” of the nation was, in truth, the founding architect of a system that brutalized the poor, empowered the few, and set Malawi on […] The post OPINION| Kamuzu Banda is the Founding Father of Malawi’s Enduring and Widespread appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Ntcheu-based, family-run hospitality business Anambawala Resthouse has come out swinging, firmly rejecting claims that it was involved in the recent political violence in Mponela, Dowa District. The allegations, which surfaced on Comrade Ntanyiwa’s Limpopo FM YouTube channel, linked the Ntcheu-based resthouse to the chaos that followed a Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) rally. Ntanyiwa claimed the […] The post Anambawala Rest house denies involvement in Mponela political violence: “We’re apolitical business entity” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Saulos Klaus Chilima (SKC) Foundation has supported St John’s Mission Hospital with K7.2 million to be used to rehabilitate one of its ambulances which has frequently been breaking down. Speaking after the donation Joshua Varela, a  Trustee for SKC Foundation, said the hospital, one of the oldest in Mzuzu, is facing numerous challenges, and […] The post SKC Foundation supports St John’s Mission Hospital with K7.2million appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) has emphasized that strategic collaboration is critical to unlocking and accelerating access to energy in Malawi. Speaking during an impact showcase event held on Tuesday in Lilongwe, GEAPP Country Head Collins Zalengera said partnerships—particularly with the Presidential Delivery Unit (PDU)—have been instrumental in driving progress under […] The post GEAPP Touts Collaboration as Catalyst for Expanding Energy Access in Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Lilongwe City Council has officially launched the long-awaited construction of the Area 23–Chipasula Road, a critical infrastructure project valued at K2 billion and funded by the Malawi Government. The new project replaces a previously failed effort by Plem Construction under the former Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) administration, which saw the road washed away within a […] The post K2 Billion Road to Progress: Lilongwe City Council Launches Area 23–Chipasula Road Project appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A man who claims he impersonated the Deputy President of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Alfred Gangata during national exams has told the court he was promised riches — but ended up with nothing. Andrew Mphamba, the first witness in the ongoing certificate fraud case, stunned the court on Monday when he testified that in […] The post “I Got Nothing!” — Witness Allegedly Who Sat Exams for Gangata Says He Was Duped appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a powerful call to action, CCAP clergy under the Blantyre Synod have been encouraged to guide congregants to vote for candidates with sound development policies — while remaining publicly neutral in party politics. This was the key message from The Very Rev. Prof. Silas Ncozana during a clergy conference held at Grace Bandawe Conference […] The post CCAP Clergy Urged to Shape Voter Minds Without Political Bias appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a bold stride to deepen Malawi’s global trade ties, Minister of Trade & Industry, Hon. Vitumbiko Mumba, will headline the official launch of the UK-Malawi Chamber of Commerce (UK-MCC) Scotland Chapter on June 12 at the prestigious Edinburgh City Chambers. This landmark event, organised in partnership with the Scotland Malawi Partnership and the Malawi […] The post Mumba Leads Malawi’s Investment Drive at Launch of UK-Malawi Chamber of Commerce Scotland Chapter appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As confirmed by a recent EY Global report, Malawi remains among 16 countries worldwide battling hyperinflation, with price increases spiraling far beyond normal levels. While the economic jargon may seem distant, for everyday Malawians and local companies, this news hits home in very real and painful ways. What Does This Mean for the Average Malawian? […] The post ANALYSIS| Malawi’s Economy Still in Hyperinflation: We Explain What this Means For You and Your Income! appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a bold and pro-people move, President Lazarus Chakwera’s government has announced a 40% increase in the national minimum wage, effective 1st July 2025 — a significant step aimed at improving the lives of Malawian workers and responding to rising economic challenges. The announcement was made on Monday by Minister of Labour, Peter Dimba, during […] The post Chakwera Govt Hikes Minimum Wage by 40% to Empower Malawian Workers appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

For generations, Malawian farmers have shouldered the heavy burden of expensive fertilizers, unpredictable harvests, and the slow degradation of their soil. But a quiet agricultural revolution is now sweeping across the nation, one that promises higher yields, lower costs, and a healthier environment. At the heart of this transformation is Eagle Nano Urea, a remarkable innovation […] The post The End of Expensive Fertilizers? Paramount Holdings’ Nano Urea Cuts Costs, Boosts Yields appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In 2025, another jewelry fair, Gem Fair Tulsa (GFT), was held. As the name implies, the event is traditionally held in the city of Tulsa (United States of America). This year, the festival lasted for 3 days – from April 18th to April 20th. We need to say that the visitors were very pleased with […] The post American Jewelry Exhibition “Gem Fair Tulsa” in 2025 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In demonstrating its commitment to supporting public service delivery, NBS Bank plc has donated four HP desktop computers worth K12 million to the Mchinji District Council. Speaking at the District Commissioner’s office during the event, Cluster Head for Centre and North at NBS Bank, Justin Chikaonda, reaffirmed the Bank’s dedication to enabling progress in the […] The post NBS Bank donates computers to Mchinji District Council appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has released the preliminary voters’ register to all 23 registered political parties, kicking off a nationwide voter verification exercise from 13 to 31 May 2025. Speaking at a launch event in Lilongwe, MEC Chairperson Justice Annabel Mtalimanja called the register a vital tool for democratic accountability: “This is not […] The post MEC Urges Malawians to Verify Voter Details Ahead of 2025 Elections appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Vice President Michael Usi has confirmed that Odya Zake Alibe Mulandu is officially transitioning from a civic movement to a political party, with its manifesto already approved and party registration documents submitted. Speaking in Chikwawa today, Usi said the group is prepared to disrupt Malawi’s political status quo with a bold vision rooted in dignity, […] The post Usi reveals Odya Zake Alibe Mulandu’s manifesto has been approved: “Registration documents submitted.” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Lazarus Chakwera has pledged his administration’s full support for nurses and midwives, calling them “the backbone of national development” as Malawi joined the world in commemorating International Nurses Day 2025 at Nkhwazi Admarc Ground. In his keynote address, Chakwera emphasized the critical role nurses play in saving lives and responding to emergencies, especially in […] The post Chakwera Rallies Behind Nurses, Promises Jobs and Better Facilities appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s Minister of Agriculture, Sam Kawale, has hailed the 7th Africa-Wide Agricultural Extension Week (AAEW) as a transformative milestone that will bolster economic growth by fostering collaboration across the agricultural value chain. Speaking at the official opening of the week-long event held at Crossroads Hotel in Lilongwe on Monday, Kawale described the gathering as a […] The post Malawi Hosts Landmark Africa-Wide Agricultural Extension Week to Boost Economic Transformation appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A political blame game has erupted between the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) and the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) following the violent attack on a DPP minibus in Mponela, amid growing public frustration over the continued silence of the Malawi Police Service. The minibus, reportedly carrying DPP supporters returning from a rally in Ntchisi, was shot […] The post Blame Game Erupts between DPP and MCP as Police Stay Silent on Mponela Minibus Shooting appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The recent attack on a Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) minibus in Mponela, allegedly involving gunfire and arson, is not just a wake-up call—it is a deafening alarm. Yet the Malawi Police Service remains curiously silent, stuck in bureaucratic slumber while the country simmers with political tension and fear. What makes this even more disgraceful is […] The post EDITORIAL | Mponela Violence: Deadly Silence from Police, Dangerous Rhetoric from Politicians Fueling National Unrest appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In July 2022, President Lazarus Chakwera declared war—not against a foreign invader, but against Malawi’s most entrenched enemy: corruption. “Corruption is our biggest enemy and is not welcome here,” he thundered, launching a 20-week campaign that promised to purge the government of rot, from the highest office to the lowest desk. Yet, by 2024, Malawians […] The post ‘WAR ON CORRUPTION’ Is Chakwera’s Anti-Graft Fight Just Another Political Performance? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a heartfelt show of support for Malawi’s frontline caregivers, Standard Bank Malawi has donated MK5 million to the Nurses and Midwives Council of Malawi (NMCM) in celebration of the 2025 International Nurses Day. The commemorations, held at Nkhwazi ADMARC Ground in Mchinji, were graced by the President of Malawi, His Excellency Dr. Lazarus Chakwera. […] The post Standard Bank Powers 2025 International Nurses Day with MK5 Million Boost appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

More than three months have passed since President Lazarus Chakwera formally withdrew portions of his State of the Nation Address (Sona) that were flagged as erroneous, yet the disputed sections remain unaltered in the Hansard—the official and permanent record of parliamentary proceedings. This delay is not just procedural; it carries far-reaching consequences for the credibility […] The post Parliament’s Delay in Amending Chakwera’s SONA in Hansard Raises Questions Over Accountability, Integrity of Records appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  A political inferno is raging in Mzimba Central as the fate of a disputed Malawi Congress Party (MCP) primary election now lies in the hands of the Mzuzu High Court — after violence, backdoor maneuvers, and bitter accusations shook the party to its core. At the heart of the drama is Vitumbiko Mumba, who […] The post Chaos, Accusations, and Courtroom Battles: Mzuzu High Court to Rule on Explosive MCP Primaries Dispute appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  UTM’s star power lit up Lilongwe on May 11 as National Youth Director and hip-hop icon Penjani Kalua, aka Fredokiss, electrified a packed rally with a bold declaration: UTM will rule Malawi for the next 50 years — starting September 16 this year. The rapper-turned-politician told roaring supporters that UTM is not just contesting […] The post Fredokiss Says From September UTM will rule Malawi for the Next 50 Years, Backs Kabambe as Economic Savior appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s political temperature is boiling — and Norman Chisale has just thrown fuel on the fire. In the aftermath of a brazen daylight attack in Mponela, where a minibus carrying DPP supporters was shot at and torched, Chisale — former presidential aide and senior Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) figure — is pointing the finger squarely […] The post “You’ve Started a Fire You Can’t Put Out”: Chisale Slams MCP Over Mponela Violence appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  With the 2025 General Elections fast approaching, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has issued a rallying cry to its rank and file: be vigilant, be visible, and be ready. In a powerful memo dated May 11, 2025, DPP Secretary General Peter Mukhito called on all party leaders to mobilize nationwide for the crucial Malawi […] The post DPP Sounds the Alarm: “Eyes Wide Open” Ahead of MEC Voter Verification Drive appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s top professional golfer, Paul Chidale, proudly teed off Thursday at the prestigious Zimbabwe Open Golf Championship, thanks to sponsorship from NBS Bank. The tournament, hosted at the Royal Harare Golf Club, is a key fixture on the Sunshine Tour, attracting top golfers from across the continent and beyond. Chisale, wearing the bold red of NBS Bank, […] The post NBS Bank sponsors golfer Paul Chidale for Zim open Golf Championship appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  In a thrilling showcase of youthful talent and theatrical excellence, Nkhata-Bay Boys Secondary School (NKHABOSS) once again stole the spotlight, emerging as Northern Education Division (NED) Drama Champions for the second year running. Hosted at Mzuzu Government Secondary School on Saturday, the drama festival was organized by the Association for the Teaching of English […] The post NKHABOSS Shines Bright, Retains NED Drama Crown appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Christopher Nyambose, head coach of TNM Super League debutants Songwe Border United, believes the club’s first point of the season—earned in a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Mzuzu City Hammers—could be the turning point they’ve been waiting for. The breakthrough came on Sunday at Mzuzu Stadium, putting an end to the club’s four-match losing streak since […] The post Nyambose Bags First Point for Songwe Border United: A Spark of Hope After a Rough Start appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  What was supposed to be a democratic exercise to select a parliamentary candidate for the ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP) in Mzimba Central has instead erupted into a spectacle of confusion, courtroom drama, and allegations of backroom manipulation—laying bare the growing dysfunction within the party’s ranks. On paper, Presidential Advisor Adamson Kuseri Mkandawire clinched […] The post Chaos, Courts and Controversy: Mzimba Central MCP Primaries Descend into Political Farce appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.