In recent months, Lilongwe City Council has repeatedly resorted to the tired excuse of “police being too busy” to justify cancelling or obstructing planned demonstrations by the Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI). This flimsy rationale, often invoked at the last minute, only serves to undermine the fundamental democratic right to peaceful protest. […] The post Opinion: Lilongwe City Council must stop using Police “busy” excuse to block demonstrations appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a powerful demonstration of leadership and advocacy, Malawi’s First Lady, Monica Chakwera, officially launched the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence Campaign at Mpasa Ground in Phalombe District today. The campaign, held under the global theme “Unite to End Violence: Empower Communities, Protect Women and Girls,” calls on individuals, organizations, and communities to […] The post First Lady Monica Chakwera launches 16 days of activism against gender-based violence in Phalombe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI) has announced that its highly anticipated demonstration will proceed as planned today, despite reports of potential disruptions from panga-wielding thugs and efforts by the Lilongwe City Council to halt the protest. CDEDI Executive Director Sylvester Namiwa has vowed that the protest will continue, stating that the […] The post CDEDI demonstration to proceed as expected despite threats and opposition appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Akatswiri Mineral Resources is optimistic about the potential of its $820 million aluminium production project, which could become a game-changer in Malawi’s industrialisation drive. The company has concluded a feasibility study for the mining of bauxite deposits in the Mulanje Mountain region, with plans to process the ore into alumina and ultimately smelt it into […] The post Malawi eyes multi-million dollar aluminum venture with Akatswiri Holdings Limited appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In the shadowy world of Malawi’s fuel procurement, a fierce battle is unfolding—one that pits the nation’s highest office against a determined power broker in a fight for control over billions in fuel revenue. At the heart of this conflict is Colleen Zamba, the embattled Secretary to the President and Cabinet, whose smear campaign against […] The post Smear, Manipulate, Control: Colleen Zamba’s sinister plot against Chakwera exposed appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As part of fulfilling one of its corporate social responsibility pillars,  NICO Assert Managers has injected a total of K20 million support to a non-profit organization called  Hope For The Blind which has been meant to help 10 needy secondary and College  students who are doing pursuing their studies in different schools in the country. […] The post NICO Asset Managers inject K20 million to Hope For The Blind in support of the needy students appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Parents, guardians and authorities in Mchinji and Rumphi have expressed gratitude to the Royal Norwegian Embassy for the financial support it is providing towards improving Early Childhood Development (ECD) services in the two districts. Through the Norwegian Church Aid and DanChurchAid (NCA – DCA) Malawi Joint Country Programme, the Royal Norwegian Embassy is financing the […] The post Royal Norwegian Embassy powers ECD education in Mchinji, Rumphi districts appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Local government authorities are persistently having budget deficits and encountering funding delays, with fresh information showing, among others, that the councils only received MK34.47 billion from an expected MK42.5 billion in the second quarter (July-September) of the 2024/2025 financial year. Funding especially for September delayed exceedingly by two months, resulting in operational challenges, including affecting […] The post Councils grapple with budget deficits, funding delays appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s political landscape continues to be marked by a stark gender imbalance in its leadership structures, with men still occupying the majority of top positions across the country’s major political parties. Despite the growing calls for gender equality and the promises of progressive policies, women remain woefully underrepresented in political decision-making roles, with men dominating […] The post Exposed: Malawi’s political party leadership still dominated by men, undermining gender equality efforts appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Youth for Action Campaign (YAC), which Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) registered as one of the 116 accredited civil society organisations (CSOs) by to conduct civic and voter education for the September 2025 General Elections, has observed that Phase II has failed to register some eligible voters due to failure by National Registration Bureau (NRB) on […] The post Youth for Action Campaign demands apology from NRB for failing limited ID registration appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s renowned lawyer, Khumbo Soko, marked his 39th birthday in a way that touched the hearts of many. Instead of throwing a lavish party or indulging in the usual celebrations, Soko chose to dedicate his special day to a cause that has deeply moved him: the Zoe Foundation, an organization run by the compassionate Temwani […] The post Lawyer Khumbo Soko celebrates 39th birthday by raising over K3m for orphans at Zoe Foundation appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s crippling fuel shortage, which has left motorists stranded for over a month, has one name etched at the center of this national scandal: Colleen Zamba. The Secretary to the President and Cabinet has not only failed to act, but it now emerges that she has spearheaded a corrupt cartel that has pilfered over K60 […] The post The great fuel heist: Colleen Zamba’s cartel steals K60bn, leaving Malawians in endless queues appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Residents of Ndirande Township have justified the violence that erupted on Friday, targeting Minister of Information Moses Kunkuyu’s convoy, claiming the minister’s unannounced visit disrupted their business activities. The violent incident, which led to Kunkuyu cutting short his tour of Limbe and Thyolo, saw protesters hurling stones at the convoy, including police vehicles, and clashing […] The post Ndirande residents justify violence against Kunkuyu’s convoy, claiming it disrupted their business appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s Temwa Chawinga has been crowned the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of the 2024 National Women’s Super League (NWSL) in the United States, a remarkable achievement that places her at the pinnacle of women’s football in North America. In doing so, she outshone some of the best talents in the world, including Zambia’s Barbara Banda, […] The post Malawi’s Temwa Chawinga floors Zambia’s Barbara Banda to become USA’s Most Valuable Player (MVP) appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has thrown its full support behind the Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI)-organized demonstrations, scheduled for Monday, November 25, 2024, urging Malawians to take to the streets in their thousands to protest the country’s deepening economic crises. In a statement issued on Friday, Peter Mukhito, DPP’s Secretary General, […] The post DPP fuels CDEDI’s Monday demos, tells Malawians: “Go out in thousands and join the protests.” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Despite the opacity surrounding the recent government-to-government fuel importation deal signed between Malawi and Kenya, President Lazarus Chakwera’s government deserves recognition for its proactive approach in tackling the ongoing fuel crisis that has been causing major disruption across the country. While concerns about transparency, inclusivity, and the involvement of key stakeholders are valid, it is […] The post Analysis: Secret Deal or Strategic Solution? Chakwera’s Kenya efforts to end fuel crisis must be acknowledged appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a move that could open doors to wealth and financial stability for many Malawians, Blantyre Hotels Plc (BHL) is offering an opportunity to invest in shares of the newly constructed Marriott Hotel in Lilongwe, Ryalls. The hotel, which has become a symbol of Malawi’s growing economy, is poised to be a major player in […] The post Malawians urged to seize opportunity to invest in Marriott Hotel Shares in Lilongwe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In the recent closure of Alex Kamangila’s apparent war against judicial corruption, one of the most glaring issues to arise was the lack of concrete evidence to substantiate the corruption claims he made. Despite his high-profile social media posts and public accusations, Kamangila has failed to provide any verifiable evidence to back his accusations against […] The post Analysis: Alex Kamangila and the Pitfalls of allegations without evidence appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The High Court of Malawi (Commercial Division) in Blantyre has delivered a significant ruling in the ongoing legal battle between Wester Kosamu and individuals who were masquerading as the board of directors at Salima Sugar Company Limited. The court has declared that the defendants lacked the authority to remove Kosamu from his position as executive […] The post High Court rules in favor of Kosamu, invalidates attempt to remove him as executive director at Salima Sugar appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Human Rights Commission (MHRC) has revealed that it has received a total of 25 complaints regarding alleged misconduct within the judiciary. The complaints, which have surfaced through the Commission’s public inquiry mechanism, primarily focus on allegations of corruption by some judicial officers and prolonged delays in concluding cases. Peter Chisi, the Director of […] The post MHRC receives 25 complaints on judiciary misconduct: Kamangira says people trust MHRC than JSC   appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The National Oil Company of Malawi (NOCMA) has announced that it is bringing 19.2 million liters of fuel into the country, signaling a potential improvement in the country’s fuel supply situation in the coming days. According to NOCMA spokesperson Raymond Likambale, as of Friday, 6.6 million liters of fuel were already in transit to Malawi, […] The post NOCMA Announces 19.2 Million Liters of Fuel Coming to Malawi, Offering Hope for Improved Supply appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Vice President Dr. Michael Usi has left political observers and the general public in suspense over his presidential ambitions for the 2025 general elections, stating that he will make his position known “at the appropriate time.” Dr. Usi, who has remained one of the most prominent figures in Malawi’s political landscape, made the statement today […] The post Vice President  Usi declines to confirm 2025 presidential bid, voices support for extended voter registration appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In response to the growing threat of hunger and food insecurity in Malawi, the government, led by President Lazarus Chakwera, has launched a comprehensive series of interventions aimed at ensuring that no Malawian dies of hunger, particularly during the 2024/25 lean season. With an estimated 5.7 million people at risk of food insecurity, the government […] The post Chakwera takes aggressive measures to ensure no Malawian dies of hunger: Over 4000 metric tons of maize moved to districts appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Leader of the Opposition in Parliament (LoP), George Chaponda, has recently called on President Lazarus Chakwera to appear before Parliament and present tangible solutions to the worsening economic crisis facing Malawi. This demand, issued amidst a backdrop of mounting public dissatisfaction over issues such as fuel shortages, widespread hunger, and a faltering economy, raises […] The post Analysis: Yes, Chakwera must appear before Parliament as asked by the Leader of Opposition appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Ministry of Education has commended the Malawi Education Reforms Program (MERP) for its significant contribution to enhancing the professional skills of teachers across the country. During a recent visit to Kapalamula, Kampini, and Milonde primary schools in Dedza, Associate Professor Mangani Chilala Katundu, Secretary for the Ministry of Education, praised MERP for its role […] The post Ministry of Education hails MERP for training over 10,000 teachers on skills development appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The United Transformation Movement (UTM) Party has initiated an investigation into the presence of women dressed in party colours at a government event in Lilongwe on Tuesday, where President Lazarus Chakwera and Vice-President Michael Usi were in attendance. The women were seen dancing alongside members of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) at the Bingu International […] The post UTM launches investigation into party women presence at Govt event where Usi attended appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Women Engage for a Common Future (WECF), an official partner of the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), has commended Malawi for putting women in critical, and decision making positions especially those impacting climate change. The remarks were made at one of the sideline events at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijani, where WECF invited Malawi to […] The post International organization commends Malawi for involving women in climate change innovations appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a fiery address to supporters during a voter registration drive in Thyolo, former President Peter Mutharika has raised alarm over what he claims is President Lazarus Chakwera’s plan to rig the upcoming 2025 general elections using the Smartmatic voting technology. Mutharika’s accusations come amid growing tensions between opposition parties and the current administration, setting […] The post Mutharika waying’alula! Accuses Chakwera of planning to rig election with Smartmatic technology   appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A severe fuel shortage has hit Blantyre’s Ndirande Chisewu bus hub, leaving passengers stranded and commuters facing skyrocketing fares. The shortage, which began earlier this week, has caused widespread frustration, particularly for those relying on minibuses to get to work, school, and other essential destinations. On Thursday morning, the once-bustling Chisewu minibus terminal was nearly […] The post Fuel Shortage Paralyzes Ndirande Chisewu Minibus Operations, Leaving Passengers Stranded appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Minister of Youths and Sports, Uchizi Mkandawire on Thursday asked over 1000 Technical Entrepreneurial and Vocational Education (TEVETA) graduates from Mangochi and Zomba to embrace entrepreneurship in order to create employment for their fellow youths. Presiding over the ceremony in Zomba, Mkandawire said the graduates can reduce unemployment level in the country especially if they […] The post Youths Minister urges over 1000 TEVETA graduates to embrace entrepreneurship appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Ndirande-Matope Primary School has emerged victorious in the third phase of a road safety poster competition, winning K5 million for creating the best poster promoting road safety awareness. The competition, part of the Rays of Hope initiative supported by Total Energies through the VIA project, aims to raise awareness of road safety among schoolchildren. Speaking […] The post Ndirande-Matope Primary School Wins K5 Million in Road Safety Poster Competition appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The United Transformation Movement (UTM) appears to be facing a profound internal crisis as newly-elected leader Dalitso Kabambe is reportedly shocked by the unwavering loyalty many of the party’s followers continue to show towards former leader Michael Usi. Despite Kabambe’s election victory, which many expected to mark a fresh chapter for UTM, images and reports […] The post Kabambe not happy with UTM followers continued loyalty to Usi: Will UTM unite? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Manufacturers, suppliers, dealers, distributors, importers as well as vendors will from December 1 be required to be registered with Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA), through which they will be required to have their information and communications technology (ICT) gadgets verified if they meet required international standards.   The Type Approval Regulations, which has been gazetted […] The post MACRA gazettes regulations to protect consumers from counterfeit electronic ICT products  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) – a social and governance arm of the Episcopal Conference of Malawi (ECM) – has asked faith leaders to assume a greater role in championing an end to gender-based violence (GBV) in Malawi. Speaking during an interview on the sidelines of an interface with representatives of the […] The post CCJP dates faith leaders on ending GBV in Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

It has become a daily song. For the past five weeks, our fuel pumps remain dry—no petrol, no diesel. As if that is not enough, our water taps are running on empty, offering only a trickle that fizzles away in no time. The reality is hard to ignore: life in Malawi has become a struggle, […] The post Malawi at a Crossroads: A Call for Youth Action appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.