Members of the Malawi Allied Building Contractors Association (Mabcata)—who were supposed to demonstrate Thursday against the Roads Fund Administration (RFA) for delaying to pay them K14 billion dating back to January this year—shifted the demonstrations to allow RFA to honour the contractors seven-day ultimatum.   But one of the leaders of the contractors, Charles Chilunda, […] The post Road contractors to hold vigil at Roads Fund Administration over delayed MK14bn payment appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Lilongwe city council says six investors have shown interest to invest in the modern bus deport project the council is planning to implement as one way of addressing challenges passengers have been facing in the city. Mayor for the city Richard Banda says the council is waiting for the finalization of other processes by […] The post Lilongwe to have modern bus deport as investors trickle in with interests appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The opposition, Alliance for Democracy (Aford) President Enoch Chakufwa Chihana has claimed that the government President Lazarus Chakwera borrowed money from an international bank and used this year’s tobacco sales as collateral for the loan.   Chihana was speaking at Mponela Trading Centre in Dowa where he addressed a political rally on Sunday. In his […] The post Chihana claims that Govt took katapila to buy fuel appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Expert in conflict and peace management, Master Dicks Mfune, says series of events in the country reveal early warning signs and might degenerate into chaos should the government, especially President Lazarus Chakwera, fail to manage and prevent them. Mfune is referring to the rising tide of frustrations reflected in pending strikes or risk nationwide social […] The post Security expert warns Chakwera that Malawi might degenerate into chaos with rise in cost of living appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Lazarus Chakwera is today opening the 34th edition of the Malawi International Trade Fair is set to open today at Chichiri Trade Fair Grounds in Blantyre with about 170 exhibitors participating. Malawi Confederation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry (MCCCI) communications executive Orama Chiphwanya in an interview yesterday said the fair will provide a […] The post Chakwera open Trade Fair today with about 170 exhibitors ready to showcase appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Lazarus Chakwera has reiterated his administration’s gratitude to the Government of Iceland for the various development projects the latter has implemented to improve the living standards of Malawians. Chakwera observed that since it established its diplomatic relationship with Malawi in 1989, Iceland has undertaken a number of initiatives to uplift the lives of Malawians. […] The post 35 years of friendship: Chakwera details projects Iceland has implemented in Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi Congress Party, (MCP) says it has its own internal mechanisms for ensuring stability, unity and success of the party. In statement released by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Ezekiel Ching’oma responding to a recent statement of condemnation from pastors regarding the party’s decision to bar new entrants from contesting for positions at the national […] The post MCP clarifies its stand on new convention requirements of two years experience appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Old Mutual Malawi has emphasized the importance of saving for small-scale businesses to achieve their long-term financial goals. During a Small-Medium and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) workshop in Lilongwe, Patience Chatsika, Old Mutual’s Marketing and Cooperative Affairs Executive, stressed that business operators must prioritize saving to prepare for the future and achieve self-reliance. Chatsika noted that […] The post Old Mutual Malawi Urges Small-Scale Businesses to Prioritize Saving for Long-Term Financial Security appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Young Pastors Network, (YPN) has expressed concern over the recent passed resolution by the Malawi Congress Party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) which is restricting members who have not been in the party for more than two years from contesting in any position in the fourth coming elective convention. Addressing the press conference in Lilongwe , […] The post YPN calls MCP to reverse its stand on the newly amended policy appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Mafumu a ku Lilongwe Mpenu Constituency alembera kalata mtsogoleri wakale wa bungwe la Malawi Local Government Association (MALGA) Samson Maziya, kumuchonderera kuti apikisane nawo pampando wa phungu wa phungu pa zisankho za Seputembala 2025.   Mlembi wamkulu wa chipani cha Malawi Congress (SG), Eisenhower Mduwa Mkaka, ndi phungu wa Nyumba ya Malamulo m’derali, koma akukumana […] The post Mafumu akufuna Samson Maziya apikisane nawo pampando waphungu ku Lilongwe Mpenu appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Public Appointments Committee of Parliament has recommended that all new public hires should be declaring their assets before assuming office in order to safeguard public funds. This was said at a meeting held on Wednesday at the Parliament Building in Lilongwe with the Office of the Director of Public Officers’ Declaration (ODPOD), where they […] The post PAC favors asset disclosure prior to assuming public office appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The majority of disabled people, according to the Lilongwe City Disability Citizen Forum (LCDCF), are excluded from social security programs including social cash transfers and the Affordable Input Program (AIP). Charles Banda, the chairperson of the Lilongwe District Disability Forum, which is affiliated with the Federation of Disability Organizations in Malawi (FEDOMA), was speaking during […] The post Govt continue to exclude people with disabilities from social protection programmes appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Minister of Gender, Jean Sendeza, has called for joint efforts among all relevant stakeholders in a quest to eradicate child marriages in the country. Sendeza made the call at the 11th Annual General Meeting of Girls Not Brides Malawi Chapter at Mponela in Dowa. The 2018-2023 national strategy on ending child marriages launched by the […] The post Gender Minister calls for joint efforts in dealing with child marriages appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The new Leader of Opposition Dr. George Chaponda has pledged to provide  strong opposition in Parliament with an aim of serving the needs of vulnerable Malawians. Dr. Chaponda told Zodiak that his target will center on providing relevant checks and balances to ensure transparent government operations. He has also asked government to act swiftly on […] The post Chaponda means business! Vows to provide critical and strong opposition in Parliament appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a remarkable display of corporate social responsibility, Diplomats Car Hire and Ekhaya Farm Foods have donated a combined K10million to Lions Club International during its District Annual Convention Dinner. The event, held at the Sunbird Mount Soche Hotel in Blantyre, saw the two sister companies, demonstrating their commitment to giving back to the community. […] The post Diplomats Car Hire, Ekhaya Farm Foods supports Lions Club with K10m donation appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Machinga district hospital has, for two months now, not been offering X-ray services to patients, due to a faulty x-ray machine, forcing authorities to refer patients to private health facilities, it has been revealed.   One parent who opted for anonymity has told us that he was forced to travel to a CHAM facility, St. […] The post No x-ray services at Machinga hospital as the machine broke 2 months ago appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Refugee rights advocate—Inua Advocacy—has appealed for post-relocation support and interventions towards refugees and asylum seekers at Dzaleka Refugee camp. Making the appeal exactly one year since the government ordered “the forced relocation”, the organization says it observed that “lives of the refugees and asylum seekers worsened at the camp”, as they lack essential needs and […] The post Local NGO, Inua Advocacy, calls for post-relocation support for refugees in Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Wapampando wa komiti yoona za malamulo Ku nyumba ya malamulo, Peter Dimba wati komitiyi yapeza kuti mlandu wokhudza Paramount Holdings Limited womwe wozenga milandu wa boma Masauko Chamkakala anawuthesa, upitilire. Dimba wati komitiyi siinakhutitsidwe ndi chigamulo chomwe chinaperekedwa,pa mlandu  womwe akulu akulu aku Paramount Holdings Limited inapereka zikalata zabodza Ku sukulu ya ukachenjede yomwe imagula […] The post Komiti yoona za malamulo ku Parliament yayi mulandu wa Paramount Holdings upitilire appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

JK Productions, an organization of the country’s football legends, has today officially rebranded to Football Legends Association (FLA).   The organisation’s managing director and founder Jim Kalua says the change aligns the entity with its goals of promoting the welfare of former football players. “The previous name had my initials and it painted a picture […] The post JK productions rebrands Football Legends Association (FLA) appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

UTM secretary general Patricia Kaliati says party president Saulos Chilima will be on ballot paper as presidential candidate during the 2025 presidential election. This puts to rest speculation that Chilima will not vie for the state presidency but will instead support the candidacy of President Dr Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera.   Kaliati was speaking at a […] The post Frustrated with unfulfilled campaign promises, UTM charges that Chilima will be on the ballot and win next year appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As Malawi National Examinations Board (MANEB) will be administering the 2024 national examinations starting on Wednesday, May 22-24 with Primary School Leaving Certificate of Education (PSLCE), provision of some services will be temporarily suspended from today May 20 till July 19. A statement from MANEB’s Executive Director, Dorothy Nampota notifies the public that the services […] The post MANEB criticised over decision to suspend provision of some of its essential services  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In order to protect customers against money fraud, Airtel Malawi Plc removed one time password on MyAirtel App Airtel and instead introduced new security features. The leading provider of mobile telecommunications services in Malawi, unveiled the removal of the One Time Password (OTP) on their flagship MyAirtel” Mobile App and introduced two innovative security measures […] The post Airtel introduces new security features to protect customers against money fraud, removes one time password appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Over the past week, TNM customers experienced exasperatingly slow and intermittent internet services, which the company apologised for and explained that it was due to disruption by cuts to under-sea fibre cables. At a press briefing yesterday, TNM Plc management — led by its Chief Executive Officer, Michel Hebert explained that the submarine cables in […] The post Beleaguered TNM moves to counter internet disruptions appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a significant milestone, the Nzika Coalition Party has officially received its registration certificate from the Registrar of Political Parties, paving the way for its participation in upcoming elections. Party President Christopher Mike Chiomba received the certificate at a ceremony held in Blantyre on Monday. He expressed confidence in the party’s chances of winning big […] The post Malawi’s Nzika Coalition Party Receives Registration Certificate, Sets Sights on Election Victory appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

One of Malawi’s celebrated and renowned poets, Tendai M Shaba, has disclosed that he will release his poignant and deeply moving third book, Living with the Wildflowers, on August 5, 2024. This collection of poetry delves into the profound themes of grief, loss, and pain, offering readers a journey of healing and transformation. The Living […] The post Poet Tendai Shaba offers comfort, solace through his latest collection titled ”Healing Through Words” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Despite current legal restrictions, unsafe abortions are still widespread in Malawi as over 100,000 abortions take place every year, country-wide. Citing the research results by the College of Medicine and Guttmacher Institute which shows that over 141,000 abortions happened in Malawi in 2015 alone, Coalition for the Prevention of Unsafe Abortion (COPUA) Vice Chairperson, Dr […] The post Legal restrictions fail to stop unsafe abortions – COPUA appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A group of concerned citizens has threatened to call for protests if National Registration Bureau (NRB) continue to register children below the age of 16 years in their current registration exercise. Leader of the group, Wells Khama told reporters in Lilongwe on Friday that while NRB exercise is underway they are saddened to learn of […] The post Concerned citizens threaten to protest against NRB registration of minors appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Minister of Energy, Hon. Ibrahim Matola has strongly condemned the recent act of vandalism on power infrastructure at Illovo Sugar in Nchalo, Chikwawa district. He said in a statement available to Nyasa Times that the vandals targeted the Illovo Estate on the L25 Mulambe line, disrupting power supply to several trading centers in the […] The post Matola condemns act of vandalism of power infrastructure in Nchalo, Chikwawa appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has saluted the Government of Iceland for giving Malawi top priority in its foreign development programs. Chakwera made the sentiments in Lilongwe on Monday evening during a state banquet he hosted in honour of Bjarni Benedictsson. The Malawi leader observed that of several countries, Malawi is the country in […] The post Chakwera hails Iceland for prioritizing Malawi in its foreign development policies appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

MALAWI is among six countries in Africa which have registered a sharp increase in the access and use of contraceptives globally over the past 12 years. This development is revealed in a key global Family Planning Measurement Report for 2023 launched recently (April 24, 2024) by FP2030, a United Nations foundation, in Washington DC, USA. […] The post Malawi among six African countries shining over increased family planning uptake appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The National Advocacy Platform (NAP) has described the resumption of the budget support by the African Development Bank (AfDB) as a crucial step in bolstering our economy. He said along with signals from other international donors like the IMF’s $175 million ECF grant, the direct budgetary support marks a crucial moment in Malawi’s economic recovery. […] The post NAP says direct budgetary support crucial step in bolstering Malawi’s economy appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

At Silver Stadium, Area 47 in Lilongwe, during one of the TNM Super League matches in week seven, it was a toss-up between the two blue teams as they battled for three points. Silver Strikers played tik-tok football on a chilly, overcast, and rainy Sunday afternoon. They had several possessions in the first and second […] The post Match Analysis: Why Mighty Wanderers tumbled down to Silver Strikers appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The National Initiative for Civic Education (NICE) Trust has urged journalists to be vigilant in their reporting ahead of the 2025 general elections. Daniel Malango, Programs Officer for NICE Trust responsible for Lilongwe and Dedza, made the call during a media engagement session organized by the trust for Lilongwe-based journalists. “The session aimed to familiarize […] The post NICE Trust Urges Journalists to Be Vigilant Ahead of 2025 Elections appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The micro-drip irrigation introduced by the NCA/DCA Country Joint Programme project in Chikwawa district is receiving praise from members of the Ngabu community for its transformative impact on their lives. According to the project’s host Alex Steven Bango, from Gogo village, senior chief Nkhwangwa under T/A Ngabu in the district, the area was plagued by […] The post Micro-Drip Irrigation transforms lives in Chikwawa district appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Only two out of 23 secondary schools in Machinga district have computer laboratories. District Director of Education, Youth and Sports Nellie Kamtedza has disclosed this, saying access to ICT education remains a huge challenge. Kamtedza was speaking when Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) was launching an ICT Lab Construction at a newly constructed school in […] The post Shocker as only 2 out of 23 secondary schools in Machinga have computer laboratories. appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.