The Chief Secretary to the Office of the President and Cabinet, Dr Justin Adack Saidi, has appealed for additional food and humanitarian assistance after the government confirmed a K71 billion funding shortfall in its disaster relief response. Speaking in Lilongwe during the symbolic handover of food and non-food items donated by the Government of Zimbabwe, […] The post Malawi Faces K71 Billion Disaster Relief Shortfall as Zimbabwe Donates Supplies appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) continues to widen its revenue collection base following its decision to bring property owners into the ring. The move is also seen as a measure to contain tax evasion, especially by wealthy businesses. In a statement circulating in the social media, MRA is reminding property owners that rental income is […] The post MRA targets rental income, tenants fear taxes will be passed to them appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Government of Norway has expressed satisfaction with the interventions the National Smallholder Farmers Association of Malawi (NASFAM) is undertaking to economically empower and transform livelihoods of female farmers in Malawi. Norwegian Deputy Minister of International Relations, Stine Renate Håheim, made the sentiments when she visited NASCOMEX – a commercial subsidiary of the NASFAM – […] The post Norway impressed NASFAM interventions on women farmers’ empowerment in Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) has made it clear it is not backing down on the implementation of Rental Income Tax, moving decisively to identify, register, and tax property owners earning rental income across the country. In a firm show of resolve, MRA has recruited 100 interns who will be deployed nationwide to physically map […] The post MRA Digs In on Rental Tax, Deploys Interns to Track Landlords Nationwide appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a troubling display of institutional disregard for the rule of law, the State has openly defied a court order to provide mandatory disclosures in a criminal case involving former Minister of Trade Vitumbiko Mumba and Malawi Congress Party (MCP) spokesperson Jessie Kabwila, triggering a stern backlash from the court. The two are facing charges […] The post State Defies Court Order as Judge Slams Prosecutorial Negligence in Mumba–Kabwila Case appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Romulus Chikafutwa, a 26 years old who is a  founder and managing director of AppleGuy MW and a 2021 Computing and Information Systems graduate from Malawi College of Accountancy has transformed a simple mobile vending hustle into a thriving national electronics brand. Today, as the founder of Apple Guy MW with  stores in both Blantyre […] The post From Campus Hustle to National Brand: The Romulus Chikafutwa’s Story appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Association of Retired Civil Servants in Malawi has commended the current government for initiating the mass payment of gratuities to retired civil servants, particularly those who retired in 2022 and 2023 and were left without their benefits for years. In a press statement signed by Association President Nellie Nkhumba and Publicity Secretary Ben Motochi, […] The post Retired Civil Servants Praise Government for Mass Gratuity Payments appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Chiradzulu Sons & Daughters Association has announced a major tree-planting initiative aimed at restoring Chiradzulu Mountain and promoting environmental sustainability in the district. The exercise, scheduled for Saturday, 31st January 2026 at 6:00 AM, will take place at Chiradzulu Mountain (GVH Mbalame, TA Mpama) under the theme: “Restoring Chiradzulu Mountain for a Resilient and […] The post Chiradzulu Sons & Daughters Launch Major Tree-Planting Drive to Restore Chiradzulu Mountain appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Chiradzulu Sons & Daughters Association has announced a major tree-planting initiative aimed at restoring Chiradzulu Mountain and promoting environmental sustainability in the district. The exercise, scheduled for Saturday, 31st January 2026 at 6:00 am, will take place at Chiradzulu Mountain (GVH Mbalame, TA Mpama) under the theme: “Restoring Chiradzulu Mountain for a Resilient and […] The post Chiradzulu Sons And Daughters Launch Major Tree-Planting Drive appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Great Britain’s Princess Royal has rein­forced Scot­land’s links with Malawi dur­ing a mile­stone event in Edin­burgh, Scotland, which was hos­ted by Lord Prov­ost Robert Ald­ridge at the City Cham­bers — marked the 20th anniversary of the Scot­land-Malawi Part­ner­ship (SMP). A report by Edin­burgh Evening News reports that the SMP sup­ports and con­nects many schools, uni­versit­ies, […] The post Princess Royal enhances Scot­land’s links with Malawi at mile­stone event in Edin­burgh appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The National Economic Empowerment Fund (NEEF) has been exposed as a major financial failure after revelations that years of poor management under the previous administration left the institution with over K206 billion in unpaid loans. As of January 26, 2026, beneficiaries owed NEEF about K206 billion, money that was meant to help Malawians start businesses […] The post K206 Billion Missing as NEEF Exposed for Massive Mismanagement appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The State has asked the High Court sitting in Lilongwe to urgently review a controversial and deeply troubling judgment delivered by the Mchinji Magistrate’s Court, which sentenced Ernest Chimpeni to six years in prison for allegedly defiling a minor. Director of Public Prosecutions Fostino Maele says the State wants the High Court to determine whether […] The post State Seeks High Court Review After Man Jailed 6 Years for Defilement Despite Evidence Girl Was 19 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A fierce ideological battle has erupted within the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) over the future of maize, laying bare deep divisions in how the former ruling party understands food security, markets, and economic policy. At the centre of the storm are two MCP legislators with radically different visions: Eisenhower Mkaka, who has publicly argued that […] The post Maize Wars in MCP: Mkaka Says ‘Not a Cash Crop’, Ayuba James Calls It ‘Lazy Thinking’ appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Chief Secretary to the Government, Justin Adack Saidi, has challenged stakeholders, including private sector players, to take a more proactive role in addressing climate-induced disasters and accelerating global climate action so that Malawi can meaningfully benefit. Saidi made the remarks on Monday on the sidelines of a dissemination meeting on the outcomes of the […] The post Government Challenges COP30 Stakeholders to Support Climate Action appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Every Malawian president inherits the same time bomb. It sits in the office next door. It wears a suit and attends cabinet meetings. It smiles for cameras and cuts ribbons at provincial openings. And somewhere between the inauguration and the final year, it explodes, turning partnership into combat, unity into cold war, governance into constitutional […] The post The Vice President’s Curse: Why Malawi’s Leaders Keep Destroying Each Other appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Forty (40) children drawn from Balaka, Dowa, Mchinji, Mwanza and Ntchisi on Saturday gathered in Malawi’s capital, Lilongwe, to provide their inputs and recommendations in the formulation of the forthcoming 2025-2026 National Budget. The event, organized by Save the Children and partners, which include NGOCCR, Malawi Economic Justice Network, World Vision, Girls Empowerment Network, SOS […] The post Children Demand Child-Sensitive 2025-2026 Budgeting appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture, Patricia Wiskes, has commended National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc for investing in women’s football, following the conclusion of the inaugural NBM Women’s Premiership at Silver Stadium in Lilongwe on Saturday. Silver Strikers Ladies defeated FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Women 2–1 in the competition’s last match. Wiskes described the […] The post Sports minister hails NBM plc for transforming women’s football appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President of the United Democratic Front (UDF) and former Malawi Member of Parliament and  Hon. Atupele Muluzi has been named among the Top 100 Global Future Builders 2026, joining an elite group of global leaders, innovators, policymakers and institution builders shaping the direction of the world economy. Muluzi’s recognition places Malawi and Africa firmly within […] The post Atupele Muluzi Among World’s Top 100 Global Future Builders as Istanbul Hosts Landmark 2026 Summit appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A few days after officially handing over a girls’ hostel at Tiyamika Orphanage in Mchinji, gospel artist Davie Nkhoma, popularly known as Dazik, has released the music video for his latest song, “Pulani” (Reggae Version). The video was shot during the period when Dazik was involved in a building project at the orphanage. “Pulani” is […] The post Dazik Releases “Pulani” Reggae Version Music Video appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Old Mutual Malawi has rewarded 20 of its top-performing employees with international incentive trips to Malaysia and Durban, South Africa, in recognition of their outstanding performance in 2025. The group comprised five employees from the Corporate Sales team, who travelled to Malaysia, and 15 from the Retail Sales team, who went to Durban. The trips […] The post Old Mutual Rewards Top Performers with International Trips appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

FDH Bank Plc has declared a second interim dividend of K50.032 billion, equivalent to K7.25 per share, following a board resolution passed at a meeting held on Wednesday, 14 January 2026. In a notice issued by the bank on 23rd January, FDH Bank Plc Company Secretary Juliano Kanyongolo said the dividend is in respect of […] The post FDH Bank plc declares K50 billion second interim dividend for 2025 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Muslim Disaster Relief Aid (MADRA), a consortium of international and local non-governmental organizations has reached out to 2000 families in Ntcheu Central-Central East Constituency with a donation of food packs as a response to the hunger situation affecting people in the area. The food packs valued at K180 million which contained 20kg of maize […] The post MADRA reach out to 2000 hunger affected families in Ntcheu with food packs donation appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Just 100 days into office, Malawi’s Vice President Dr. Jane Ansah has effectively been stripped of all meaningful authority. First, the Department of Disaster Management Affairs was quietly removed from her office. Then followed the Department of Public Sector Reforms, another strategic institution transferred to the President’s Office. Two key departments, two removals, one clear […] The post ANALYSIS | Stripped of Power in 100 days: Who Is Afraid of Jane Ansah? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Minister of Industrialisation, Business, Trade and Tourism, George Partridge, has commended the Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) for its proactive leadership in promoting the responsible growth of the gambling industry while safeguarding young people and strengthening investor confidence. The Minister made the remarks on Thursday during a strategic engagement with MAGLA management, which included […] The post Trade Minister hails MAGLA on responsible gambling initiatives appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Traveling across Malawi, one topic lingers in people’s minds: the transition of power from former President Lazarus Chakwera of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) to President Peter Mutharika of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) after the September 16, 2025, general elections. Mutharika captured about 57% of the votes, defeating 15 other presidential candidates. The Malawi […] The post Malawi Crowned Shining Model of Democracy in Africa appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Minority groups in Malawi continue to face backlash and discrimination in society despite the country’s Constitution guaranteeing equal rights to all bona fide citizens. Human rights advocates are calling for concerted efforts to curb these violations and are urging communities to become more inclusive, arguing that respect for minority groups is not a privilege but […] The post Human Rights Still Vital for Minority Groups appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Peter Mutharika has appointed Dr. George Partridge as the new Governor of the Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM), replacing seasoned economist Dr. Macdonald Mafuta Mwale, at a time when Malawi’s economy is teetering on the edge of a deep and prolonged crisis that has already eroded living standards and shaken confidence in the country’s […] The post Mutharika Rings the Changes at RBM as Economy Buckles Under Pressure appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s donor community has offered guarded approval of the government’s economic reform agenda, even as the country slides deeper into fiscal distress marked by soaring inflation, chronic foreign exchange shortages and shrinking budget space. The cautious endorsement came in Lilongwe during high-level pre-budget consultations convened by Minister of Finance, Economic Planning and Decentralisation Joseph Mwanamvekha, […] The post Donors cautiously back Malawi’s reform push as fiscal pressures deepen appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In Malawian politics, there are men who come and go, and then there are men who shape the direction of history without ever shouting for attention. Enock Chakufwa Chihana belongs firmly to the second category. Born in 1962 in Rumphi, at the northern edge of Malawi’s political imagination, Chihana did not merely enter politics — […] The post Enock Chihana: The Kingmaker, the Gateway to the North, and the Man Every President Must Court appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Conglomerate Press Corporation plc and its majority shareholder Press Trust, have donated relief items worth K142 million to people affected by floods in Dwangwa, Nkhotakota, as part of efforts to support communities displaced by the disaster. The donation, which targeted flood-affected families in Kakuyu and other affected areas in Dwangwa, includes maize flour, blankets, cooking […] The post PCL, Press Trust donates K142 million relief items to Dwangwa flood victims appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The United States has officially withdrawn from the World Health Organization (WHO), one of the world’s most important health bodies. This means the WHO has lost one of its biggest and most powerful supporters and donors. US President Donald Trump first signed an order to leave the organisation last year, accusing the WHO of being […] The post US Leaves World Health Organization, Raising Fears for Global Health appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The recent 41 percent adjustment in fuel prices in Malawi has sparked intense debate and concern. This reaction is understandable, given the critical role fuel plays in the economy from transport and agriculture to electricity generation and the cost of goods and services. Price changes ripple quickly. While the price increase was recommended by the […] The post Malawi’s Fuel Price Adjustment: A Necessary Step for Economic Stability and Recovery appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

One of the Finland based charity organization, Liike Sports and Development Foundation and Malawi National Council of Sports (MNCS) have entered into a partnership which will see the two institutions working in collaboration in implementing sports programs which are aimed at promoting various sporting disciplines in primary as well as secondary schools. The international foundation […] The post Finland sports charity foundation, MNCS geared to promote sports development in primary and secondary schools appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Tension is rising in Chikwawa District as civil society groups and affected communities prepare to hold peaceful vigils against Presscane Limited, accusing the company of polluting their environment and violating their right to live in a clean and healthy area. The Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI), in collaboration with the Citizens League […] The post Chikwawa Residents Plan Vigils Against Presscane Over Alleged Pollution appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s Chief Secretary to the Government, Dr Justin Adack Saidi, has commended the Chinese Chamber of Commerce for donating K100 million towards the 2025–2026 Lean Season Food Insecurity Response Programme. Speaking to the media after receiving the donation, Dr Saidi said the contribution demonstrated responsibility, solidarity and unity in response to the President’s call for […] The post Chief Secretary Hails Chinese Chamber for K100 Million Donation to Lean Season Food Response appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.