Malawi President Dr Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera on Saturday announced that China has removed punitive taxes pelted on Malawi products. Chakwera announced this during his arrival at Chileka International Airport in the Commercial City of Blantyre from Beijing, China, where he went to attend this year’s Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). Addressing the media, the President […] The post Chakwera announces that China is removing all punitive tariffs on Malawi goods appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Former Flames coach Kinnah Phiri and former Flames lethal striker Esau Kanyeda, both speaking on their capacity as a football legend, have ignited calls for coach Patrick Mabedi to mend fences with forward Frank Gabadinho Mhango for the good of the country. The calls come in wake the of the Flames’ 2-3 loss at home […] The post Kinna Phiri, Esau Kanyenda wants Mabedi to bring Gabadinho back in the Flames squad appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi President Dr Lazarus Chakwera has returned home from Beijing,  China, where he went to attend this year’s Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). Accompanied by the First Lady Madame Monica Chakwera, the president arrived in the country via Chileka International Airport in the Commercial City of Blantyre. Malawi Vice President Dr Micheal Bizwick Usi, Senior […] The post Chakwera returns, urges China to remove tariffs charged on Malawi products appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Law Society’s (MLS) decision to stage demonstrations on September 12, 2024, to demand the government table critical judicial reform bills shines a spotlight on President Lazarus Chakwera’s failure to fulfill a key pillar of his “Hi-5” agenda: the promotion of the rule of law. This agenda, which was a central part of Chakwera’s […] The post Analysis: President Chakwera’s Hi-5 agenda and Law Society protest on the rule of law appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President of People’s Party (PP) Mrs Joyce Banda has come out strong, challenging his newly-appointed National Executive Committee (NEC) to hit the ground running as the party seeks to canvass support ahead of the general elections scheduled for September next year. Speaking at the party’s convention held at Crossroads Hotel in Lilongwe, she urged the […] The post Go and woo Malawians to vote for PP, Joyce Banda challenges newly elected NEC members appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Assistant Commissioner of Police and Director of Airports, Alex Simenti, has called on communities surrounding Chileka International Airport to cease vandalism and encroachment on airport facilities. Addressing a sensitization meeting in Blantyre with traditional leaders and local residents, Simenti emphasized the importance of community cooperation in safeguarding the airport’s infrastructure. Simenti expressed his concern over […] The post Airport Director urges community to protect Chileka International Airport facilities appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

One of Malawi’s biggest private mining companies, Akatswiri Mineral Resources, has moved to help contribute to improving quality and sturdiness of the M1 road by discovering delorite rock which is the internationally recommended and standard rock for road surfacing. Most roads in the country do not stand the test of time because, experts note, most […] The post Akatswiri moves to improve durability of M1 Road: Discovers dolerite rock recommended for surfacing appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Minister of Justice Titus Mvalo on Thursday gave a keynote address at Malawi International Arbitration Symposium 2024 in Lilongwe that resonated with promise and vision. This illustrious event was dedicated to championing the establishment of the Malawi International Arbitration Centre. The minister underscored the government’s unwavering commitment to fostering an environment conducive to both international […] The post Justice minister Mvalo gives keynote address at Malawi International Arbitration Symposium appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has appealed to the Global Energy Interconnection Development and Cooperation Organisation (GEIDCO) to invest in Malawi’s energy sector. Speaking at GEIDCO headquarters in Beijing, China, President Chakwera encouraged partnership to deliver clean energy solutions in Malawi. “Malawi has enormous potential to generate energy from solar, wind, and geothermal sources,” he said. […] The post Chakwera seeks clean energy partnership with GEIDCO to invest in Malawi’s energy sector appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Lazarus Chakwera has expressed strong support for the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) as a solution to Malawi’s developmental challenges. Speaking at a high-level meeting in Beijing, China, President Chakwera praised the BRI as a fitting solution to address longstanding developmental challenges facing Malawi. The BRI, launched by China in 2013, seeks to enhance […] The post China seeks to boost Malawi’s trade and infrastructural development, Chakwera excited appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Stakeholders in the labour sector has urged government to fast track the processes of reviewing some labour laws saying this is key to ensure there is a conducive working environment. Speaking on the sidelines of a two-day workshop in Lilongwe to review country’s labour laws, Secretary General for Malawi Congress of Trade Union, (MCTU) Madalitso […] The post Stakeholders applaud govt for reviewing labour laws appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Mphunzitsi wa timu yaikulu ya dziko lino ya Flames, Patrick Mabedi, wati timu yake yagonja ndi timu ya Burundi kaamba kakuti siinakonzekere bwino. Mabedi wati ngakhale panali zina zomwe osewera ake achita bwino, panalinso zofooka zambiri monga kuchinyitsa zigoli zomwe zikanatha kupeweka. “Sivuto langa kuti sitinachite bwino, timuyi ili ndi mavuto ambiri, makonzekeredwe athu sanali […] The post Mabedi akuti: “Flames yagonja chifukwa sinakonzeke bwino, komanso Gaba payekha sangaphule kanthu.” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Some German investors have formally complained to Vice President Dr Michael Usi that they are unable to roll out their investment projects in Blantyre because Blantyre City Council officials were demanding bribes. Usi has since promised action against the officials who were demanding bribes and asked the investors to stay and roll out their projects. […] The post German investors complain to Veep Usi over corruption at Blantyre City Council appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Deputy Minister of Education, Nancy Chaola Mdooko, has disclosed that Malawi increased enrolment in Open Distance and e-Learning (ODeL) programmes by 50 per cent at her universities in the past two years, surpassing the 2025 target. Mdooko made the remarks during the opening of a three-day 58th Distance Education Association for Southern Africa (DEASA) meeting, […] The post Malawi enrolls 50 % in ODeL programmes in two years appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Journalists in the country have been called upon to wear a human face when reporting issues related to Gender Based Violence (GBV). Gender and GBV Specialist at UNFPA, Beatrice Kumwenda, made the call at Sunbird Mzuzu Hotel during a three-day training of journalists under Nyika Media Club and Association for Women in Media (AWOME) on […] The post Malawian journalists urged to report GBV with a human face appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera on Thursday morning, attended the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) summit colourful official opening held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. With at least 45 heads of state and government in attendance, the summit has positioned itself as a critical platform for strengthening ties between China and African […] The post Chakwera, 45 other African Heads of States attends FOCAC opening appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The National Registration Bureau (NRB) Principal Secretary Mphatso Sambo has described as fake a communication in which he is alleged to have sought ministerial guidance on how to handle Malawi Congress Party (MCP)-affiliated NRB staff, which is to be deployed to the Southern Region. In the alleged communication, which has been circulating on the social […] The post NRB PS speaks on ‘communication to the minister’: “Why would I use that channel to seek guidance from the minister?” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Governments of Malawi and China on Tuesday signed a K50 billion financing agreement for the construction of the Judicial Complex in Lilongwe. Minister of Finance and Economic Planning Simplex Chithyola-Banda signed the agreement on behalf of the Malawi government and described the agreement as a fitting gift from the Chinese government to the people of […] The post More fruits from Chakwera’s China trip: Malawi, China sign K50 billion Judicial Complex construction deal appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Businesswoman and philanthropist Triephornia Thomas Mpinganjira has supported female crew Captain Yolanda Kaunda and senior first officer Lusekelo Mwenifumbo who flew State President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera to Johannesburg earlier this week. The pair, which is Malawi’s first female air crew to operate scheduled flights, is also behind the recent idea of airshows in Malawi […] The post Triephornia Mpinganjira sponsors airshow organized by female flight crew with K7m appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Governance and Human Rights Advocate Undule Mwakasungula has weighed in on the interim report on the plane crash that claimed the life of former State Vice President, Dr. Saulos Klaus Chilima, and eight others, stressing the need for Malawians to exercise patience on the matter. Mwakasungula said Malawians need to acknowledge and appreciate the efforts […] The post Undule weighs in on interim report on plane crash, calls for patience among Malawians appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In an effort aimed at empowering Malawian business with cutting-edge cloud technologies, NICO Technologies and its partner Cloudmania Technologies have tipped its clients on the importance of applying new Microsoft technological tools which provide a comprehensive cloud solutions that drive efficiency, scalability and Innovation. NICO Technologies which is dedicated in empowering businesses across Africa with […] The post NICO Technologies, Cloudmania Technologies tips clients on the importance of using new technologies appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

At least 1100 delegates are expected to participate and vote in opposition People’s Party (PP) 2024 elective convention scheduled for 6 to 7 September at Crossroads Hotel in Lilongwe, according to a press statement the party released Wednesday. The statement, signed by convention chairperson Peter Kamange, adds the conference will be held under the theme: […] The post People’s Party convention in Lilongwe to draw 1100 delegates appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Old Mutual Malawi, in collaboration with CARE, has commenced the Post Cyclone Freddy Recovery Project at Chizinga Primary School in Phalombe. The Post Cyclone Freddy Recovery Project is valued at K380 million. Speaking during the groundbreaking ceremony of the project at Chazinga Primary School in Phalombe, Old Mutual (Blantyre) Foundation Trust Chairperson, Tawonga Manda expressed satisfaction […] The post Old Mutual Malawi Foundation Trust commences Post-Cyclone Freddy Recovery Project in Phalombe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Government has silently approved a 10 percent upward adjustment of water tariff, a development that has irked low-income earners who say they were already struggling to buy water at the old price and that the new rates will force most of them to draw water from unprotected sources. Last year, however, when the country’s five […] The post Anger as Govt silently approves water tariffs by 10%: Low income earners not spared appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawians are shocked with the news that government is distancing itself from recruitment of youths for the Israeli labour export deal, saying that is the domain of the Israeli Government and not the Malawi Government. The explanation comes after a group of about 1 500 youths seeking jobs engaged Ombudsman Grace Malera to intervene in […] The post Malawi distances itself from recruiting Israel workers: “It’s Israel Govt that recruits, not us.” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) has asked the stakeholders in the agriculture sector to align their agricultural development strategies towards the export oriented Agriculture. Country representative for East and Southern Africa Division, Bernadette Mazuruwa Mukonyora said this in an interview on her comment about the just ended national Agriculture trade fair in Blantyre. […] The post IFAD calls for export oriented agriculture appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi State President Dr Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera says Malawi stand to benefit from Huawei Technologies companies. He was speaking in Beijing, China yesterday during an interface with company officials only few hours after holding talks with President Xi Jinping.   Chakwera said the meeting was very important and key in the building of digital infrastructure […] The post Fruits of Chakwera’s China trip: Huawei Technologies courted to scale up digitalization in Malawi   appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

With schools on lockdown during COVID-19 the internet, somehow, became a blessing for learners. At a click of a button, learners were able to connect with their teachers and, also, study in the comfort of their homes. Yet as the internet was a blessing, it also, silently, turned into a curse, if you read the […] The post Internet: Blessing or curse for children? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) is set to host a pivotal conference on criminal justice system reform from October 8 to 9, 2024, at the prestigious Bingu wa Mutharika International Convention Centre. This momentous event aims to unite stakeholders in a collaborative effort to scrutinize the challenges besieging Malawi’s criminal justice system and to […] The post DPP office to hold conference on criminal justice system appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The High Court, sitting in Mulanje District, has adjourned the case involving 459 villagers seeking additional compensation from the Malawi Government to tomorrow, Wednesday.  This follows the completion of testimonies from their two expert witnesses. The Honourable Attorney General (AG) Thabo Chakaka Nyirenda and his team will cross-examine a forestry expert, Mr. James Andiwochi, when […] The post High Court adjourns case of 459 villagers in Mulanje over compensation to Wednesday appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi government says it will soon launch a ‘Smart Village Initiative’ in collaboration with Huawei. President Lazarus Chakwera disclosed this on the sidelines of the Summit of Forum of China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). Chakwera said establishment of technical training centers for ICT in rural areas will help upskill the youth in digital skills, including AI and […] The post Malawi to soon launch ‘Smart Village Initiative’  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Global music star Sho Madjozi from South Africa has announced her Chichewa song titled ‘Kadigong’ is ready for release. ‘Kadigong’ is set to trend as it gives a dance vibe with it’s Amapiano rhythm. Kadigong is a name given to an ecstatic dance done by kids in Malawi rural areas. Posting on her social media […] The post John Cena star, Sho Madjozi, to drop Chichewa song appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Parliamentarian for Thyolo Thava Constituency, Mary Navicha, has hailed Pacific Limited for repairing over 30 non-functional boreholes in her area. The lawmaker says the move, which Pacific Limited has done as part of its corporate social responsibility, will go a long way in ending water woes in the area. “The challenges of providing potable water […] The post DPP MP Mary Navicha Hails Pacific Limited Borehole Rehabilitation Initiative appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The United Democratic Party (UDF) appears set to hold its elective convention from October 2 to 3 this year at Comesa Hall in Blantyre; however, questions are sprouting if the party, at this point, has the capacity to break free from the Muluzi compound it has been since 1993. Speaking during the press briefing in […] The post As UDF goes to convention this October, can the party break from the Muluzi compound? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In this article, a former MCP operative now living in USA, asks: Is Dr. Lazarus Chakwera truly the leader Malawi needs, or is he merely the leader we persuaded into a role he was never fully prepared for? In the turbulent political landscape leading up to the 2014 Presidential elections, and even earlier during the […] The post Some uncomfortable truths about President Lazarus Chakwera appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.