President Duma Gideon Boko of Botswana has called for a united and focused vision for Africa’s development, urging African nations to think deeper and act with purpose to realise the continent’s full potential. Speaking during a joint press briefing with President Lazarus Chakwera at Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe, Boko emphasized the need for Africans to […] The post Africa Needs One Vision—Botswana President Duma Boko Tells Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Oh, what a birthday bash it was meant to be—Malawi at 61! The drums were beating, the soldiers were marching, the dancers were dancing… and then the Flames showed up and reminded us why we don’t light fireworks near wet matches. On a day meant for national pride and celebration, the Flames decided to gift […] The post Flames Fizzle as Malawi Celebrates 61 Years of… Independence and Incompetence? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A new survey by Times Group has shaken the political landscape, placing Vitumbiko Mumba miles ahead of his rivals in the race to become the Malawi Congress Party’s (MCP) next presidential torchbearer. According to the findings released on Sunday, Mumba secured an overwhelming 62.8% of the votes—1,722 out of the total polled respondents—making him the […] The post Vitumbiko Mumba Tops Times Group Poll as MCP Favourite Running Mate—Atupele Trails, Usi Falters appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The greens of Blantyre Sports Club came alive this weekend as Inkosi ya Makosi Gomani V led over 68 golfers in a powerful display of unity, culture, and charity during the Umhlangano Charity Golf Tournament—a fundraising event for the 2025 Umhlangano wa Maseko Ngoni cultural festival. Organised under the banner of the Maseko Ngoni Heritage […] The post Swinging for Culture: Inkosi ya Makosi Gomani V Leads Charity Golf Drive for Umhlangano Festival appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Lazarus Chakwera has described the State Visit by Botswana President Advocate Duma Gideon Boko as a symbol of deepening regional solidarity, especially at a time Malawi is emerging from a chain of devastating national crises. Speaking during a joint press briefing at Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe on Monday, Chakwera thanked Boko for gracing Malawi’s […] The post Chakwera Bids Farewell to Botswana President, Hails Regional Solidarity Amid Crisis appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As Malawi edges closer to the high-stakes September 16 General Elections, UTM President Dalitso Kabambe has thrown down the gauntlet, urging President Lazarus Chakwera to start preparing his exit strategy. In a bold Facebook post, Kabambe didn’t mince words: “Ruling parties have lost before — and Chakwera must brace for the people’s verdict.” His remarks […] The post Kabambe to Chakwera: Prepare to Concede, Malawians Are Tired of “See Nothing, Do Nothing” Leadership appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi is set to commemorate and celebrate its 61st independence anniversary tomorrow, Sunday, 6th July. Ahead of this event, Botswana’s president who, exudes pan-Africanist aura and spirit has arrived in the country to grace the occasion and is expected to be in Lilongwe until Monday, a day after the event. He has been accompanied by […] The post Khato Cherishes President Boko’s Visit: A Symbol of Unity and Shared Futures in Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a powerful display of patriotism and community appreciation, Luthando Holdings Limited has marked Malawi’s 61st Independence Anniversary with an extraordinary gift — brand-new Yamaha YBR125 motorcycles worth MK128.8 million, handed over to all Paramount Chiefs across the country. Dubbed a “gift of mobility”, the donation is more than just a symbolic gesture. It’s a […] The post Luthando Holdings Donates Motorcycles to Paramount Chiefs in Historic Independence Gift  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a a very emotional statement, Traditional Authority Nkula of Machinga has commended Malawi leader , President Dr Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera Government over the resumption of Zomba , Machinga Lirangwe road project. This is the project according to the Traditional Authority which has seen planting of 3 stones but nothing happened. According to the chief, […] The post Traditional Authority Nkula hails President Chakwera over Zomba, Machinga Lirangwe Road project appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has taken a bold stand against Malawi’s growing culture of blame, urging citizens to shift from finger-pointing to active participation in solving national challenges. Speaking during the “Raise the Flag” celebration at Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe, Chakwera said Malawi’s dream of achieving Agenda 2063 will only materialize if all citizens […] The post Chakwera Slams Finger-Pointing Culture, Calls for National Action appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A global concern has emerged regarding the linkage between climate change and climate-induced diseases, calling upon governments in East African countries including Malawi, to immediately address the problem by investing in climate-resilient healthcare systems and implementing adaptation strategies to reduce the burden of climate-sensitive diseases. Africa is bearing the brunt of climate change, with extreme […] The post Africa’s Climate Crisis: Health and Environment in Focus appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The legacy of Malawi’s legendary musician Dr. Daniel Kachamba has been revived by his nephew, DJ Kachamba, through a newly released song titled “Panali Agogo”. Dr. Daniel Kachamba, who rose to fame in the 1970s and 80s, was one of the pioneers of Malawi’s traditional jazz sound, known for fusing local instruments and rhythms with […] The post DJ Kachamba Rekindles Daniel Kachamba’s Legacy  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As the clock ticks toward Malawi’s September 16 General Elections, the political heat is rising, not over who wants to be president, but over who stands beside them. The word “running mate” is now louder than the word “president” itself. Why does it carry so much weight? Because this time, it could decide everything. The […] The post Running Mate Fever: Why Chakwera’s Next Move Could Make or Break Malawi’s Future appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

National Bank of Malawi (plc) has encouraged Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to keep creating more jobs for Malawians after growing of their businesses. The Bank’s Head of Treasury and Investment Banking, Harry Mukaka made the call after touring ZAMM Investments and Shoe Rubber in Lilongwe on Friday as part of the NBM SME month […] The post NBM urges SMEs to create more jobs appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Old Mutual Unit Trust Company (Malawi) Limited says its two funds have registered strong results for 2024, marked by solid performance and a significant increase in assets under management. According to the full-year results of the funds, the Interest-Bearing Assets Fund grew to K99.74 billion from K69.48 billion in 2023, while the Balanced Fund rose […] The post Old Mutual Trust Company records strong growth: Assets under Management growing by 39% appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Central Region Vice-President Alfred Gangata has confirmed that the anti-violence demonstrations he was set to lead this Friday in Lilongwe will now take place immediately after students finish writing their Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) examinations. The announcement follows intense two-day negotiations with civil society leaders who pleaded for the […] The post Gangata’s Postponed Demos Set to Shake Lilongwe After MSCE Exams appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Central Poultry Limited has pledged a whopping K400 million to Pacific Limited’s nationwide borehole rehabilitation campaign—bringing fresh hope to thousands of Malawians struggling with access to clean water. The funding will be channeled toward procuring vital spare parts to restore 250 broken boreholes across the country, breathing new life into dry communities. Central Poultry CEO […] The post Central Poultry Pumps K400 Million into Borehole Lifeline with Pacific Limited appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a nation grappling with economic headwinds and a persistent shortage of foreign exchange, a silent revolution is brewing in the agricultural heartland. Paramount Holdings, a prominent player in Malawi’s business landscape, recently showcased its “Eagle Nano Urea” at the National Youth Summit, promising a paradigm shift in farming practices and national economics. This isn’t […] The post The Green Revolution in a Bottle: Paramount Holdings Unveils Game-Changing Nano Fertilizer in Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Vice President Michael Biswick Usi has finalized high-impact diplomatic and policy engagement at the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) in Seville, Spain. Leading a high-level delegation on behalf of President Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera, Usi made a compelling case for reimagining global financing systems—boldly urging international partners to move from rhetoric to action, […] The post VP Usi’s Candid Call in Spain: Rethinking Global Financing for Malawi’s Future appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Celebrated social impact leader and health professional Pemphero Mphande has been elected as the first-ever President of the Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) Alumni Association. The election took place Wednesday evening during a grand cocktail event hosted by KUHeS at Amaryllis Hotel in Blantyre. The newly constituted association brings together alumni from the university’s […] The post Pemphero Mphande Elected First President of KUHES Alumni Association — A Trailblazer at the Helm appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Bungwe la Red Cross Malawi lomwe limaona ndi kuyendetsa za chitetezo ,ufulu ndi thandizo la anthu launikira atolankha pa zomwe anthu amayenera kutsata mu nthawi ya zipwilikiti za nkhondo kuti iwo pamodzi ndi anthuwa molingana ndi lamulo la m’maiko omwe bungweli likugwiramo ntchito lotchedwa International Humanitarian Law(IHL) m’malamulo ankhondo ,ufulu komanso chitetezo cha anthu kuti […] The post Bungwe la Red Cross Malawi lapeleka Maphunziro apadera kwa atolankhani mu mzinda wa Blantyre appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has re-assured investors of a strategic turn-over of the performance of its Tanzanian subsidiary, Akiba Commercial Bank, which posted a loss in the 2024 financial year. The re-assurance came during the Bank’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on Monday at its Leadership Centre in Blantyre after shareholders raised […] The post NBM plc assures on Akiba turn-over: Approve K59 billion dividend appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Public Affairs Committee (PAC), once hailed as Malawi’s moral voice and conscience, is now steeped in controversy — its executive committee clinging to power unlawfully for nearly three years, after their constitutionally-mandated term expired in December 2022. At the center of the storm is Monsignor Patrick Thawale, who continues to chair a committee that […] The post EXPOSED: Three Years Now and Counting — PAC Still Operating Illegally as Executive Members’ Mandate Expired in 2022 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

First Capital Bank (FCB) Chairman and Founder, Hitesh Anadkat has blown his own trumpet describing the Bank as the champion of banking revolution in the country. Anadkat made the remarks during the Bank’s 30th anniversary customer cocktail in Blantyre on Tuesday, where he reflected on FCB’s journey and growth. “It was not easy to penetrate […] The post ‘FCB revolutionized banking industry in Malawi’ – Anadkat appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In their pursuit for a non-violence September 16, 2025, General Elections, stakeholders in Lilongwe City Lumbadzi Constituency have agreed to form an ‘Anti-Political Violence Committee’ to prevent and mitigate political violence. The stakeholders made the resolution at a meeting the National Initiative for Civic Education (NICE) Public Trust organized with financial assistance from the European […] The post Lumbadzi Anti-Political Violence Committee formed to prevent electoral violence in Lilongwe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi has taken a historic step in the fight against cancer. On Monday morning, President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera officially commissioned the country’s first-ever National Cancer Centre, a modern, state-of-the-art facility built in the capital city, Lilongwe. Speaking at the landmark event, President Chakwera said the moment was both a breakthrough and a solemn reflection […] The post History Made: Chakwera Commissions Malawi’s First National Cancer Centre in Lilongwe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) is winning praise for leading the charge in supporting women-led Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), with a growing list of initiatives designed to boost access to credit and financial literacy. Under the leadership of Governor Dr. McDonald Mafuta Mwale, the RBM is scaling up its efforts to empower […] The post RBM Applauded for Championing Women-Led Businesses in Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Plan International Malawi is stepping up efforts to keep the girl child in school, urging communities to prioritise girls’ education despite the many challenges they face. In a bold stride towards this goal, the organisation on Wednesday handed over a newly constructed 64-bed girls’ hostel at Chisu Community Day Secondary School in Nkhata-Bay. The facility […] The post Plan International Malawi Boosts Girls’ Education with New Hostel in Nkhata-Bay appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Chibuku Products Limited (CPL) has provided MK7 million sponsorship for the 2025 National Spelling Bee Competition, effectively fulfilling the company’s commitment to supporting educational initiatives and promoting literacy in Malawi. CPL Marketing Manager Henry M’bweza disclosed that package has gone towards covering costs associated with materials, venue, and prizes. CPL is among one of the […] The post Chibuku Products Limited pumps MK7m into National Spelling Bee Competition appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a major boost to Malawi’s entertainment and events industry, fintech giant, PayChangu, has partnered with Ulinzinga.com, one of its early products, to launch the country’s most efficient, modern, and accessible ticketing platform to date. The move follows a successful year of standalone operations by Ulinzinga, and now, fully integrated with PayChangu’s powerful infrastructure, the […] The post PayChangu, Ulinzinga.com Join Forces to Deliver Malawi’s Fastest and Smartest Ticketing Platform appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Principal Secretary (PS) for the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, Racheal Chimbwete Phiri, has reaffirmed the Malawi Government’s commitment to working hand-in-hand with various stakeholders in the effective implementation of the Acting Together for Responsive and Integrated Systems for Children’s Access to Education in Emergencies (ARISE) programme. Speaking during a stakeholder engagement meeting held […] The post Govt assures partners of its commitment to ARISE program implementation appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a bold policy pronouncement, President Lazarus Chakwera has pledged to establish a National Health Services Fund immediately after the September 16 general elections to address chronic shortages of equipment, drugs, and repair delays in public hospitals. The President made the announcement on Monday during the inauguration of Malawi’s first National Cancer Centre at Kamuzu […] The post Chakwera Vows Post-Election Creation of National Health Services Fund appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The recent acquittal of Paramount Holdings Limited (PHL) directors did more than collapse a case—it completely exposed the fraudulent underbelly of Luthando Holdings At the core of this controversy is the undeniable fact that Luthando Holdings has no Yamaha dealership certificate. None. When The Maravi Post demanded proof from Luthando’s Chief, Hendrix Laher, he ducked, […] The post FULLY EXPOSED: Luthando Holdings—A Crooked Crusade of Lies, Fraud, and Business Sabotage appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s leading business tabloid, National Product Magazine (NPM), has been nominated for the prestigious 2025 Africa and Pacesetters International Awards, scheduled to take place on July 25 at the Argyle Grand Hotel in Nairobi, Kenya. This continental recognition comes just days after NPM successfully hosted its Mid-Year Awards and marked the launch of its 115th […] The post Malawi’s National Product Magazine Nominated for 2025 Africa and Pacesetters International Awards appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Lazarus Chakwera is set to officially launch the National Youth Summit on Wednesday, 2nd July 2025, at the Bingu International Conference Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe. The highly anticipated event, spearheaded by the National Youth Council of Malawi (NYCOM), marks a bold step toward empowering the country’s youth and unlocking their potential for national development. […] The post Chakwera to Launch National Youth Summit, Unveil K2 Billion Youth Fund appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.