Parliament has passed the 2026/2027 National Budget, approving a total allocation of K10.978 trillion for government expenditure following weeks of intense scrutiny, debate, and detailed vote-by-vote consideration of allocations. The approval comes after the completion of the Committee of Supply stage—one of the most critical phases in the budget process—where Members of Parliament (MPs) examined, […] The post Parliament Passes K10.978 Trillion 2026/27 Budget After Weeks of Scrutiny and Debate appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Miss Malawi 2025, Thandi Chisi, has added another milestone to her growing list of achievements after being recognized as one of Wealth Magazine Malawi’s 100 Influential Women 2026. The recognition places her among some of the country’s most impactful women across various sectors who are driving change and transforming lives in their communities. Reacting to […] The post Miss Malawi 2025 Thandi Chisi Named Among Wealth Magazine’s 100 Influential Women 2026 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

National Oil Company of Malawi (Nocma) has donated K200Million towards the Emergency Response Programme targeting communities affected by recent heavy rains and floods following floods which started from 14 March, and ended on 18 the same month. Speaking at Capitol Hill in Lilongwe, NOCMA Director of Finance Sophia Mkandawire said the country is committed to […] The post Nocma donates K200Mn towards humanitarian response appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

FDH Bank Plc has recognised outstanding netball players for their exceptional performances in the FDH Premier Netball League, marking the end of a competitive season that started in August last year. The awards ceremony, held on March 22 at the Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) Sports Complex, celebrated players and officials who stood out […] The post FDH Bank Rewards Top Netball Stars as Blue Eagles Dominate Season Awards appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A major conservation effort by the Government of Malawi, supported by the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW), is close to transforming life for communities around Kasungu National Park. With more than 133 kilometres of protective fencing now in place, human-wildlife conflict is reducing across much of the park’s perimeter. The project, backed by MWK […] The post Kasungu fence nears completion, bringing hope to border communities appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Minister of Local Government and Rural Development Ben Phiri is set to step onto the global stage as a key speaker at a high-level forum on health communication leadership, hosted by the USC Center on Communication Leadership and Policy. The international forum will convene senior fellows from across Africa—Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi and South Africa—creating a […] The post Honourable Ben Phiri Takes Local Health Messaging to Global Stage appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A powerful proposal from Parliament has ignited a sweeping push to overhaul Malawi’s mining sector, with lawmakers demanding higher fees, tougher fines, and a shift to charging foreign investors in United States dollars. The Parliamentary Cluster Committee on Agriculture, Irrigation, Natural Resources and Climate Change says the current system is failing the country—leaving Malawi with […] The post Parliament Proposes Higher Mining Fees and Dollar Payments for Foreign Investors to Boost Malawi’s Revenue and Forex appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The appointment of Engineer William Kaipa as Chief Executive Officer of Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) is facing intense scrutiny after key elements of his publicly presented professional profile failed to withstand independent verification. Kaipa, who is expected to assume office on April 1, 2026, was introduced as a “distinguished Professional Engineer” with over […] The post New ESCOM CEO Pick Under Fire as Kaipa’s Claimed Mega-Project Experience Fails Basic Verification Checks appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

 FDH Bank Plc has hailed the inaugural FDH Premier Netball League as a major success following the end of the competition at Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) Sports Complex in Blantyre. The first-ever season ended in style, with Blue Eagles Sisters crowned champions after completing an extraordinary unbeaten campaign. The police outfit sealed the […] The post FDH Bank impressed with inaugural FDH Premier Netball League appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Dowa-based Mponela FC have been crowned champions of the inaugural National Bank of Malawi (NBM) Under-23 Championship after defeating Karonga United Reserves 3-2 through post-match penalties in an exciting final played at Champion Stadium in Mponela. The closely contested match ended goalless in regulation time, with both sides creating numerous scoring opportunities but failing to […] The post Mponela FC clinch NBM U-23 Championship  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Government has effectively dismantled several targeted development funds and merged them into one enlarged Constituency Development Fund (CDF), now rebranded as the Reformed CDF (RCDF), fundamentally changing how local development will be financed. Under the new structure, the District Development Fund (DDF), Water Resources Fund, Infrastructure Development Fund (IDF), and Hospital Rehabilitation Fund have all […] The post Govt scraps key development funds, folds them into single new CDF pot worth over K1.1 trillion appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

​The Board of Directors of the Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) Limited has announced the appointment of Engineer William Kaipa as the Corporation’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective 1st April 2026. In a statement signed by chairperson of the Board Alfred Nhlema, the strategic move follows a deliberate and carefully considered board process aimed […] The post ESCOM Appoints Global Energy Expert as CEO appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Finance Minister Joseph Mwanamveka is facing mounting scrutiny after failing to directly address detailed allegations by social media activist and lawyer Alex Kamangila linking him to black market foreign exchange dealings. Kamangila alleges that Mwanamveka handled millions of dollars outside formal banking systems, including an alleged US$8 million transaction, raising serious questions about abuse of […] The post Mwanamveka Caught Off Guard as He Dismisses Forex Black Market Claims Without Answering Key Allegations appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Apostle Clifford Kawinga of Salvation For All Ministries International, through the Hope Field Initiative, on Sunday reached out to families devastated by flash floods in the area of Traditional Authority Kawere in Mchinji. The outreach, held at Kaigwazanga Primary School ground, targeted over 640 affected households, many of whom have been left stranded, vulnerable, and […] The post Apostle Kawinga brings hope to 640 flood-hit households in Mchinji appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Arthur Peter Mutharika has pardoned 27 inmates as part of the 2026 Eid and Easter holiday celebrations, invoking constitutional powers to extend clemency to selected prisoners deemed rehabilitated and deserving of release. According to a statement from the Ministry of Homeland Security, the pardon was granted under Section 89(2) of the Constitution, which gives […] The post Mutharika Pardons 27 Inmates in Eid and Easter Mercy Gesture appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The National Economic Empowerment Fund (Neef) has issued an urgent, high-stakes plea to Parliament to partially lift a suspension blocking the disposal of overstocked farm inputs, warning that continued inaction is rapidly converting public assets into waste, with potential losses projected at K15 billion. In a March 9, 2026 letter to Clerk of Parliament Fiona […] The post NEEF Warns of K15bn Loss, Pushes Parliament to Ease Ban on Selling Rotting Farm Inputs appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi has lost at least $1.427 billion (about K2.5 trillion) to major climate-related disasters in just eight years, a crushing toll that exposes a country trapped in a cycle of destruction, incomplete recovery and deepening poverty. An aggregation of official post-disaster assessments shows a relentless pattern of loss: $335 million from the 2015 floods, $365.9 […] The post $1.4bn Lost, $2bn Needed: Relentless Disasters Are Draining Malawi and Entrenching Poverty appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A group of citizens has organised a nationwide thanksgiving match on April 17, 2026 at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) grounds in Lilongwe, with parallel gatherings in Blantyre, Mzuzu and Zomba, in what organisers describe as a grassroots show of appreciation for President Arthur Peter Mutharika. Dubbed “Malawi United in Gratitude,” the event is […] The post Citizens Plan National Thanksgiving Match for Mutharika, Cite Food, Fuel and Economic Gains appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s government has revealed a 59 billion kwacha shortfall in its proposed 209 billion kwacha disaster response budget, following heavy rains from March 13 to 17, 2026, that affected over 21,000 households and damaged roads, bridges, and other public infrastructure. Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet, Justin Saidi, made the announcement at Bereu in […] The post Malawi Faces 59 Billion Kwacha Shortfall in Disaster Response Budget appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

GBI Greenhouse Limited (GGL), Malawi’s sole large-scale greenhouse-based vegetable farm, is redefining the country’s fresh produce landscape. Located near Kamuzu International Airport, GGL produces premium bell peppers, tomatoes, watermelons, and butternuts year-round, catering to local and international markets. With over six years of operation, GGL has cementified its position as a pioneering example of successful […] The post Greenhouse-Based Horticultural Farm Revolutionizes Malawi’s Fresh Vegetable Market, Slashes Imports appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The legitimacy of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament to investigate the sale of Amaryllis Hotel to the Public Service Pension Trust Fund (PSPTF) has been called into question, with critics arguing that the PSPTF, as a trust, is not a public body and therefore falls outside PAC’s jurisdiction. PAC is parliamentary oversight body […] The post Critics raise red flags on PAC’s authority to probe Amaryllis Hotel de appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A former Treasury financial expert has issued a blunt warning amid the growing uproar over the K128.7 billion Amaryllis Hotel deal: stop the rush to blame individuals without first understanding how public pension funds actually operate. Speaking on condition of anonymity, the expert pushed back against mounting calls—led by the Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC)—for […] The post A Treasury Insider Fires Back: “Know the System Before Pointing Fingers” in K128.7 Billion Amaryllis Storm appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Private Schools Association of Malawi (PRISAM) has appealed to the Ministry of Education to soften its hardline stance banning extra lessons during school holidays, warning that the blanket restriction risks hurting learners preparing for crucial national examinations. PRISAM General Secretary, Henry Kumwenda, said while the association understands the government’s concerns, a one-size-fits-all ban is […] The post PRISAM Urges Government to Relax Holiday Lessons Ban for Exam Students appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has opened a high-stakes investigation into explosive allegations that the National Oil Company of Malawi (NOCMA) awarded a fuel supply contract to a firm linked to controversial businessperson Zuneth Sattar. The probe, triggered by a formal complaint from the Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI), marks a new flashpoint […] The post ACB Moves In: NOCMA Fuel Deal Linked to Sattar Under Probe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) has emphasised the need for responsible gambling advertising, saying measures introduced under Directive No. 1 of 2025 are aimed at protecting children and vulnerable groups. MAGLA Director General Racheal Mijiga told a stakeholder meeting in Blantyre on Tuesday that the directive also maintains a balance between economic activities […] The post MAGLA advocates responsible gambling advertising to protect children appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Former State House Chief of Staff Prince Kapondamgaga has mounted a firm denial over his role in the explosive Amaryllis Hotel deal—but his testimony has only deepened the intrigue surrounding one of the most controversial multi-billion-kwacha transactions in recent memory. Appearing before the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Kapondamgaga distanced himself from the deal, insisting his […] The post Kapondamgaga Denies Role in Explosive Amaryllis Deal as PAC Probes Deepen Governance Scandal appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has given out K20 million towards the upcoming SKC Foundation fundraising charity golf tournament scheduled for 28 March, 2026 in Lilongwe. The SKC Foundation, established in honour of late Vice President Saulos Klaus Chilima, has organised the tournament to raise funds for the purchase of dialysis machines and […] The post NBM commits K20 million for SKC Foundation Golf fundraiser appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

FDH Bank Plc has reaffirmed its role in complementing government efforts to drive Malawi’s socio-economic development through interventions that uplift communities and support key sectors of the economy. The Bank said this during an engagement with the State President Peter Mutharika at Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe on Wednesday, where it outlined several initiatives aligned with […] The post FDH Bank steps up support for national development appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Secondary School Teachers Union (SESTU) has raised the alarm over what it calls systematic exclusion from crucial government negotiations on salaries and conditions of service—warning that secondary school teachers are being sidelined in decisions that directly affect their livelihoods. SESTU General Secretary, Frank Druwen Moyo, told Nyasa Times that the current representation framework is […] The post SESTU Demands Seat at the Table, Slams “Exclusion” in Government Pay Talks appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Netball Association of Malawi (NAM) has described the death of former Malawi National Council of Sports (MNCS) board member Helene Tasosa Mpinganjira as a devastating loss to Malawi’s netball fraternity. NAM President Vitumbiko Gubuduza made the remarks on Wednesday during a funeral mass held at St. Mary’s Parish in Chemusa, Blantyre, following Mpinganjira’s death […] The post NAM Describes Helene Mpinganjira’s Death as ‘Big Blow’ to Malawi Netball appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A stunning intervention by Malawi’s financial regulators has laid bare what insiders are calling a “systemic breakdown” in oversight, after authorities confirmed that at least K72.6 billion linked to the controversial Amaryllis Hotel deal has been traced, with large portions already frozen or secured. Appearing before the Public Accounts Committee, Kaluso Chihana, representing the Registrar […] The post Regulatory Slap: RBM Traces K72.6bn in Amaryllis Deal, Fines Trustees as Compliance Breaches Exposed appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A dramatic confrontation at Parliament has blown open the deepening crisis surrounding the Amaryllis Hotel deal, with the acting principal officer of the Public Service Pension Trust Fund (PSPTF), Boyd Hamela, accusing Daniel Dunga, chief executive of Nico Asset Managers, of misleading lawmakers over the company’s withdrawal from the controversial transaction. Appearing before the Public […] The post Explosive PAC Showdown: Pensions Fund Boss Accuses Nico CEO of Lying as Amaryllis Blame Game Deepens appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Registrar of Financial Institutions George Partridge has delivered a strong and detailed account of how trustees of the Public Service Pension Trust Fund (PSPTF) ignored regulatory authority and proceeded with the controversial K128.75 billion Amaryllis Hotel deal. Appearing before the Public Accounts Committee, Partridge said his office had issued a clear directive ordering the trustees […] The post “Disobedience and Arrogance”: Partridge Exposes How PSPTF Defied Orders in K128.7bn Amaryllis Deal appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi is sitting on a rapidly expanding strategic mineral asset after Sovereign Metals Limited confirmed on March 18, 2026, that its Kasiya Rutile-Graphite Project near Lilongwe contains significantly more high-quality minerals than previously estimated, sharply increasing the project’s value, bankability, and global importance. The company reported a 32 percent surge in “Measured and Indicated” resources—the […] The post Malawi’s Kasiya Discovery Expands Dramatically, Raising Global Stakes and Local Questions appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As households and businesses strain under rising costs, high interest rates, and stubborn inflation, Standard Bank plc has posted a striking K121.7 billion profit after tax—marking a 41 percent surge that sets it apart from the broader economic hardship gripping the country. The results, unveiled at the 2026 Investor Forum in Blantyre, paint a picture […] The post Standard Bank Defies Economic Strain, Posts K122bn Profit Amid Malawi’s Financial Squeeze appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.