President Lazarus Chakwera on Monday secured a nod from Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) which has committed to support the promotion of women and youth, technology and innovation in the prioritization of agriculture modernisation as a catalyst to food security, poverty reduction and economic growth in the country. Writing on his Facebook page after an […] The post Chakwera secures a nod from FAO: Smallholders farmers to be supported on climate smart agriculture appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a groundbreaking move, Lilongwe has become the first African capital to endorse the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty, signaling a bold commitment to combat climate change. Joining forces with Mzuzu, the two Malawian cities are stepping up as climate champions, advocating for a global shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy. As Malawi chairs the […] The post Lilongwe leads Africa in fossil fuel ban push appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In an effort to increase demand driven seed systems value chain, one of the multiplying seed company ‘Renaissance Agriculture Seed System Consult’ has highlighted the need for the country to have functional seed system value chain. Speaking after showcasing their products Chief Agronomist and seed expert for the company, Chimwemwe Josia said as a Malawian […] The post MW needs “functional seed systems value chain,” says seeds expert appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) in the Archdiocese of Lilongwe has intensified a campaign to get a meaningful participation of women in the forthcoming General Elections in September 2025. Speaking at Tembwe Trading Centre after conducting a whistle-stop tour in Mchinji Southwest Constituency on Sunday, the CCJP District Coordinator, Alexius Nasoni said […] The post CCJP intensifies campaign to get meaningful women participation in September 2025 General Elections appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The National Initiative for Civic Education (NICE) Public Trust has called for media collaboration in sensitizing masses on the recently enacted electoral laws. NICE District Programmes Officer for Dedza and Lilongwe Urban, Daniel Malango, observed that majority of the eligible voters are ignorant about the new laws, especially those living in rural areas. Malango made […] The post NICE calls for media collaboration in sensitizing voters on new electoral laws appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Officials from the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) have ruled out Malawians in diaspora voting during the 2025 election, citing lack of enabling laws. MEC Chairperson for MEC, Justice Annabel Mtalimanja said the country’s laws have no provisions to enable Malawians in diaspora to take part in the electoral process. Mtalimanja said unless laws are amended […] The post MEC rules out Malawians in diaspora voting in 2025 polls appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Legal scholar Lord Denning QB has taken to social media to suggest that he is of preferred view that Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) Masauko Chamkakala needs to be investigated on possible abuse of office. Writing on his Facebook page, Lord Denning says you can’t just ascend to the office and start carelessly and consistently […] The post Analyst wants Chamkakala investigated: “He is carelessly dropping high profile corruption cases.” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Experts in good governance in Malawi have described the just-concluded convention by the opposition Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) as a lost opportunity. DPP held its elective conference from Saturday to Monday at the Comesa Hall in Blantyre. During the conference, the delegates cast ballots for their choice leaders save for the position of the president, […] The post DPP convention, a missed opportunity: “It seems the party isn’t ready to return to power.” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Officials from Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) say the pollster will undertake fresh registration of voters ahead of the 2025 tripartite election. This is because MEC will use and new electoral equipment and system which has been specially procured for the purpose. MEC Chairperson for MEC, Justice, Annabel Mtalimanja disclosed this recently during meeting with development […] The post MEC to have fresh registration of voters ahead of 2025 polls appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Communities in Nsanje are speaking highly of President Lazarus Chakwera for uplifting their socioeconomic lives through redesigning of Bangula- Marka railway. The Lazarus Chakwera led administration has been rehabilitating a 70 kilometre rail stretch in the district, diversifying economic opportunities for citizens in the area as well as helping the country to reduce cost of […] The post Nsanje Communities commends Chakwera for revamping  Marka-Bangula railway line.  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Former Malawi Minister of Finance, Felix Mlusu and Mercy Kamanga were crowned champions in the Mens and Laddies golf categories for the 2024 ONE NICO Nchalo Golf annual competition which took place at Nchalo Golf Club in Chikwawa. The competition which was played on Saturday in an individual Stableford format saw the two winners becoming […] The post Mlusu, Kamanga crowned ‘ONE NICO Nchalo Golf Tournament’ winners  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Governance and Human Rights Advocate Undule Mwakasungula has expressed optimism that the official visits President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has undertaken to Vatican and Germany will play a crucial role in enhancing Malawi’s global standing. Chakwera is currently in Vatican where he will, among others, have an audience with His Holiness Pope Francis and His […] The post Undule optimistic Chakwera’s visit to Vatican, Germany will enhance Malawi’s global standing appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Centre for Agricultural Transformation (CAT) and NBS Bank plc have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance agricultural productivity, technology adoption, financial inclusion, and market access for smallholder farmers in Malawi. This collaboration will leverage the expertise of both institutions to support crop diversification, increase farmer incomes, and advance the growth of Malawi’s […] The post CAT, NBS Bank forge partnership to boost Malawi’s agricultural sector appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The DPP convention in Blantyre is a well-organized event, with the venue beautifully decorated. The highlight of the convention will undoubtedly remain the speech delivered by the party’s leader, Peter Mutharika. His address was far from his usual boring speeches; he captivated the audience with engaging remarks, relevant jokes, and an overall positive vibe that […] The post Analysis: Beyond APM’s convention speech and the decorations appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Northern Region, known as the heartland of UTM, lived up to its reputation today, August 18, 2024 as it gave a thunderous welcome to the Vice President of the Republic of Malawi and UTM President, Michael Usi, who is in the region for official engagements. UTM supporters, adorned in their party colors, alongside people […] The post Usi invades Northern Region with pomp and colour appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawians have taken up on various social media platforms to give the Malawi National Examinations Board (MANEB) thumbs up for going digital on the announce of examination results. Malawians for the first time ever accessed the results of  Primary School Leaving Certificate of Education (PSLCE) and Junior Certificate of Education (JCE) examination through digital platforms. […] The post Malawians give Maneb thumbs up for going digital on exam results appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Road Transport Owners Association (RTOA) says despite a plethora of challenges that is has been going through, it has been able to thrive and improve Malawi’s transport sector. RTOA Executive director Chrissy Flao says in an exclusive interview that most of the challenges it had been going through had the potential to choke the […] The post RTOA contributing to Malawi’s efficient transport sector appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has left Zimbabwe for Italy and thereafter, Germany, where he is expected to hold a series of discussions that will hinge on garnering support for Malawi’s development agenda. Chakwera left Zimbabwe through the Robert Mugabe International Airport and he is expected to first jet into Rome’s Vatican City, where […] The post Chakwera exits Zimbabwe, travels to Europe to garner more support appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Sparc Systems Limited has drummed up support for the rolling out of Malawi International Arbitration Centre by donating K10 million towards the initiative. The company made the donation on Thursday at its Blantyre offices in the presence of Malawi Law Society (MLS) and Malawi Confederation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry (MCCCI). Malawi Law Society […] The post Sparc Systems donate K10 million towards International Arbitration Centre appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Officials from Lotus Resources which is responsible for Kayelekera Uranium Mine in Karonga are jetting into the country next week to assess when to reopen the mine.  Lotus Resources holds an 85 percent stake in the Kayelekera Uranium Mine in Karonga. According to Theo Keyter, General Manager for Kayelekera Uranium Mine, the executive team will […] The post Kayelekera uranium mine set for reopening as company officials jet in next week appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Youthful politician and Thyolo South West Parliamentarian, Chimwemwe Mazabuka Chipungu, is seeking to retain the position of National Organizing Secretary in the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), which he has held for the past ten years. There is a scramble for positions in main opposition and erstwhile governing DPP, as the party is set for its […] The post DPP convention: Chimwemwe Chipungu seeking to retain organizing secretary position appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

World Vision has handed over various development programs to the community in Lipiri area, Traditional Authority Kayembe, Dowa District after 18 years of implementation. The organization initiated various development activities in the area with support from donors from New Zealand since 2006. Speaking during the handover of the programs to the community in Lipiri Area […] The post World Vision hands over development programs to community in Dowa after 18 years appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The newly-elected Publicity Secretary for the governing Malawi Congress Party (MCP), Dr Jessie Kabwila, has today addressed her first media briefing since she was elected to the position a week ago. The press briefing took place at the MCP Headquarters where journalists from a number of media houses attended. The aim of the briefing was […] The post Kabwila addresses first press briefing as MCP publicist, says Chakwera remains only hope for Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Blantyre City Council has engaged a private sector player, Jura Adventures, for the construction of K4 billion recreation centers in the commercial city in a deal that has been facilitated by the Public Private Partnership Commission (PPPC). A contract between Blantyre City BCC and Jura Adventures has already been duly signed. The partnership is aimed […] The post Bt. City, through PPPC, engages private sector to construct K4bn recreation centers appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera was on Thursday conferred with an Honorary Doctorate Degree in International Cooperation for Development by the Joaquim Chissano University in Mozambique. The awarding of the degree attracted a deafening joyous sounds of ululation, cheering and hand-clapping as Chakwera was being swathed in an sky-blue and black academic gown inside […] The post Chakwera conferred with honorary doctorate degree in Moz for bolstering international cooperation, development appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace in the Archdiocese of Lilongwe (CCJP) has asked community governance structures and political parties in Malawi to adopt policies that would push for gender-balanced compositions in positions of leadership. CCJP Governance Officer Felix Nakoma said this is the only surest way to increase female participation and representation in […] The post CCJP pushes for gender-balanced compositions in party positions appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

National Construction Industry Council (NCIC) has closed construction site belonging to the Chinese National Mr Yueng. NCIC – Corporate Affairs Officer Lyford Gideon says the site was closed due to non Compliance of Laws which governs the construction industry. He said as advocated by the Leadership of this country, Malawi operates under the rule of […] The post NCIC whips Chinese owned Steal Malata for breaking laws, closes its construction site appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) and the Malawi Electoral Support Network (MESN) have disagreed with the decision by the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) to go to court to challenge the electoral that makes national IDs as sole identification in the voter registration process. The DPP, through its spokesperson Shadrick Namalomba, announced yesterday […] The post CCJP, CSO disagrees with DPP move to go to court over IDs use on voter registration appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace in the Archdiocese of Lilongwe (CCJP) says it is closely monitoring reports that men are issuing threats to female aspirants in Nkhotakota. At a political leaders’ engagement meeting in Nkhotakota on Friday last week, a Malawi Congress Party (MCP) aspiring Member of Parliament for Nkhotakota North Constituency, Dorothy […] The post CCJP moves to mitigate threats, intimidation of female aspirants in KK appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A grouping of development-conscious Mzimba-based Malawians has emerged and it is piling pressure on Inkosi ya Makosi M’mbelwa V to allow the government to divide the district into five districts to facilitate development. The grouping, which is being led by political activist Samuel Lwara, is attributing the stagnation of development to that the vastness of […] The post Campaign to divide Mzimba gains ground as citizens pile pressure on Inkosi M’mbelwa V to act appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi and its neighbouring Mozambique have signed a bilateral Petroleum and Related Products Agreement which is expected to enhance the access to electricity to Malawians as well as significantly reducing the landing cost of fuel in Malawi. The agreement was signed in Maputo earlier this afternoon soon after the visiting Malawi President, Dr. Lazarus McCarthy […] The post Chakwera’s Mozambique trip: Malawi, Mozambique sign petroleum deal appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In this analysis, political philosopher  LYSON SIBANDE argues that he supports MCP convention approach because it is an approach that safeguards personal aspirations and individual choices and does not restrict people’s dreams based on race, color, gender, religion or geographical area but can concentrate power in one region is more democratic, competitive and efficient than […] The post Analysis: MCP vs. DPP—a comparative analysis of their convention approaches appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

MultiChoice is inviting Malawian aspiring filmmakers, scriptwriters, producers and storytellers to apply for entry into MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) — a fully funded training programme for youths in TV production for the 2025 academic year. Since its inception in 2018, MTF has brought together 60 students each year giving them an opportunity to reach their […] The post MultiChoice Talent Factory calls for Malawian entries for 2025 cohort appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Secretary General Dr. Clement Mwale has submitted his nomination papers in his bid to return the position of Secretary General at the forthcoming elective convention of the former ruling party. Other contenders on the position, according to media reports, is former police boss, Peter Mukhito who has already expressed interest […] The post DPP SG Clement Mafuta submits nomination papers, to battle Mukhito on the position appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The communities of Mamela and Milonde Villages under Traditional Authority (TA) Mabuka in Mulanje district are still abuzz with gratitude weeks after Rhoda Gadama Misomali, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) aspiring Member of Parliament for Mulanje Central, donated a vital boat to facilitate movement between the two villages. The boat, which was constructed by locals […] The post DPP Mulanje Central Shadow MP Rhoda Gadama Misomali earns praise for donating lifesaving boat appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.