The construction of the Marka-Bangula railway line in Nsanje District, a key infrastructure project intended to improve connectivity and stimulate economic growth in southern Malawi, has hit a snag due to differing views between the Ministry of Transport and Public Works and the Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets Authority (PPDA). The railway line, part […] The post Ministry of transport and PPDA differ on Marka-Bangula railway construction delays appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) is set to hold its much-anticipated convention today, Friday, 13th September, where delegates from across the country will gather to elect new party leaders and shape the future of the party. The convention, seen as a pivotal moment for PDP, is expected to address both leadership changes and the party’s […] The post Nankhumwa’s People’s Democratic Party (PDP) holds its convention today appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

DPP MP for Thyolo Central, Ben Phiri, has said that it doesn’t make sense for Malawians continue paying the fuel levy for the purpose of road maintenance, yet government does not channel for the intended purpose. Phiri was speaking in Parliament yesterday as a contribution to the debate on the flow about the “missing” road […] The post DPP MP Ben Phiri fumes on fuel levy: “It’s either we stop paying the levy, or roads should be maintained.” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Vice President Dr. Michael Bizwick Usi has appealed to the leadership of the National Economic Empowerment Fund (NEEF) to consider streamlining processes, reducing bureaucracies, among others to benefit more Malawians especially vulnerable groups to start or boost their small businesses quicker. He made the appeal on Thursday when he met with senior management of NEEF […] The post VP Michael Usi wants NEEF to reduce bureaucracies so that applicants gets loans faster appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President of Alliance for Democracy (AFORD) Enock Chihana has instilled hope in the hearts of Malawians by underlining that his party is ready to govern. Chihana further took a radical route by apologizing to Malawians for being involved in the formulation of Tonse Alliance which he says has made this country worse. Opening the convention […] The post Chihana opens convention, apologizes to Malawians for being involved in Tonse Alliance. appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Blantyre District Environmental Health Officer (DEHO), Innocent Mvula has expressed gratitude over Healthy Strengthening Immunisation System Project saying the use of Mother Care groups has improved vaccine coverage among Children in the district. Speaking with Nyasatimes on Tuesday Mvula said  status of vaccine coverage in under five children has greatly improved with almost 89% in […] The post Blantyre DHO register 89% rise in vaccine immunization appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi leader president Dr Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has inaugurated Malawi Rural Electrification Programme phase 9 in the area of Group village headman Dzilipaine Traditional Authority Maseya in Chikwawa. Addressing the gathering at the Nkudzi full primary school, President Chakwera said he was impressed to witness the commissioning of MAREP 9. The president said he wants […] The post MAREP- 9 bearing fruits: Chakwera lights up Nkudzi Primary school in Chikwawa appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The theme of this year’s Institute of Chartered Accountants in Malawi (ICAM) conference, ‘Navigating Economic Uncertainties: Strategies for Growth and Resilience’, resonates well with the ideals of First Capital Bank (FCB) towards the country’s economic development. This was said by the bank’s Head of Marketing & Communication, Twikale Chirwa on Wednesday when FCB officially presented […] The post FCB sponsors K5m towards ICAM’s annual conference on September 19-21  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Political and social media enthusiasts have patted UTM Party presidential aspirant, Dr. Matthews Mtumbuka, for delivering a “brilliant manifesto” ahead of the party’s convention slated for November2024. Mtumbuka, who addressed journalists on Tuesday where he announced his interest to contest for the party’s presidency, assured Malawians that he would carry on the legacy of the […] The post UTM presidential aspirant Mtumbuka commended for delivering “brilliant manifesto” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Lazarus Chakwera has today fulfilled yet another promise he made to revamp the railway transportation system in the country by commissioning the Limbe-Beira-Marka Railway which, upon completion, aims to reduce, reduce cargo transport costs by 50 percent and increasing efficiency. So far, the contractor, China Railways, has completed the connecting the railway line from […] The post Chakwera fulfils another railway promise: Resumes Beira-Marka Railway line, 1.2m litres of fuel received today appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s political landscape was thrown into disarray following a statement by the Director of Elections for the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), Hon. Gladys Ganda, endorsing President Lazarus Chakwera of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP). Ganda’s remarks, coming from a senior figure within the opposition, have left many puzzled and raised questions about her political intentions. […] The post Analysis: Has Gladys Ganda, DPP elections director, crossed the line for praising Chakwera, the competitor? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a concerning display of disregard for democratic principles, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has once again exercised its authority to dismiss an elected official, Gladys Ganda, from her position as Director of Elections, just 23 days after she was voted into the National Governing Council (NGC) by the party’s convention delegates. This incident underscores […] The post Shocker as DPP fires Gladys Ganda, 23 days after being voted in NGC: Firing elected official? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

UTM recruitment approach is about fronting technocrats that are youthful, graduates from prestigious universities, with colorful Curricula Vitae and proven leadership from the corporate world to appeal to youthful voters and intellectuals. Guys like Dr Mtumbuka are really good. They can transform our country.  I really think they can. But can they win an election? […] The post Analysis: UTM must attract people that can win elections, not just running government appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As commemorations for Old Mutual Malawi’s 70th anniversary continues, the company says it is set to host a series of golf tournaments on 14 and 21 September in Blantyre and Lilongwe respectively. The tournaments are expected to bring together Old Mutual stakeholders celebrating the company’s seven decades of excellence in Malawi. Speaking in an interview, […] The post All is set for Old Mutual’s 70th Anniversary Golf Tournament appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a quest to promote immunization and vaccine amongst Under Five children in the country, Malawi Health Equity Network (MHEN) has empowered women across the country through Mother Care Groups (MCGs) to mobilize other women to take their children into necessary immunizations and vaccination processes to eradicate pre-mature deaths. Gift Mwale, Regional Chair for the […] The post MHEN progresses in eradicating pre-mature deaths through MCGs appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Tears of joy engulfed Zoe Foundation occupants this afternoon when Prophetess Mary Bushiri visited the orphanage centre and donated items worth millions kwacha. When the founder of the foundation Temwani Chilenga saw items such as maize flour, blankets, school learning materials, sanitary pads, cooking oil, rice among others being unpacked from the van she couldn’t […] The post Prophetess Mary Bushiri support Temwa Chilenga’s Zoe Foundation with K10m worth assorted items appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Police in Mangochi say a 33-year-old man and his 18-year-old nephew have died, while his wife sustained severe burns, following a fire caused by a petrol explosion that gutted their house. The deceased have been identified as Yusuf Samson and Ziyaka John, both from Matungwi Village under Traditional Authority Jalasi in Mangochi. Mangochi police spokesperson […] The post 6 die in fire, road accident in the last 24 hours appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Members of parliament had an impromptu debate on Monday afternoon on the Flames performance when some members of parliament took to task minister of Youth and Sports Uchizi Mkandawire why the national team is performing poorly. The debate came as Malawi is scheduled to face Burkina Faso today in Mali on Cup of African Nations […] The post Flames performance resurfaces in parliament for debate as Malawi face Burkina Faso appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s iconic hip hop star, Hyphen, has gotten a rare and unconditional praise from visiting South Africa’s award-winning musician, Sho Madjozi. During her interview on Made on Monday with presenter Joy Nathu, Madjozi freestyled on Hyphen’s ‘Kuusumana’ beat which has won hearts of several people.   She later recognized Hyphen after Joy Nathu played the […] The post Visiting South Africa music star, Sho Madjozi, showers praise for rapper Hyphen: “Respect that guy!” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Sparc Systems Limited, on Monday donated a sum of K15 million to Beit Cure Children’s Hospital in Blantyre as a way of supporting their efforts to provide life-changing surgeries to children with treatable disabilities. The gesture is a timely response to a recent appeal by the hospital which is seeking K210 million to perform surgeries […] The post Sparc Systems donate K15 million towards children surgeries at Beit Cure appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Minister of Labour, Agness Nyalonje, has stressed the importance of comprehensively reviewing labour laws in the country if Malawi is to successfully achieve the 2063 agenda. Nyalonje was speaking at Grand Palace Hotel in Mzuzu on Monday when she opened a two-day comprehensive labour laws review consultative workshop organised by the Ministry of Labour funded […] The post Labour laws review key in achieving the Malawi 2063 agenda, says Minister Nyalonje appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Dr. Mathews Mtumbuka, a presidential aspirant for the UTM Party, has declared his commitment to continuing the vision of the party’s former president, Dr. Saulos Chilima. Addressing members of the press in Lilongwe, Mtumbuka praised Chilima for prioritizing the country’s aspirations and pledged to maintain this focus. Mtumbuka announced his interest in contesting for the […] The post Mathews Mtumbuka declares he will compete for UTM presidency: Vows to continue chilima’s vision appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The young people at the Africa food Systems committed to being accountable for the Africa food systems, a commitment set to be presented at COP29. The conference was held in Kigali, Rwanda on 6th September, 2024. AGRA President Dr Agnes Kalibata said this year they were over 1000 youths who presented new ideas every day […] The post Kigali Youth commits to be accountable on Africa food systems appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As part of celebration activities for the birth of prophet Muhammad, the At-tariqatul Qaudiriya Sunni Association (AQSA) under the leadership of Limbe Muslim Jamaat(LMC) has donated assorted food and other items to 2000 patients and guardians at Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital in Blantyre worth 100 million. Speaking in an interview, the National coordinator for the […] The post Muslim organisation donates food items at Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Slowly Malawians are coming to terms with the idea that we can generate income out of individuals who have strange looks and appear to be psychos. Here is a good example of such an individual. A Mangochi resident i hear so. He is a public entertainer owing to his online clips that lives you wondering […] The post The surprise rise of Hayee Hayee as he takes over entertainment industry! appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In the first half financial performance of 2024, FMBcapital Holdings Plc, the holding company of First Capital Bank (FCB) operations, has has posted sustainable growth in its operations with an interim US$46.8 million profit after tax. In its statement, the Group says the profit after tax is a growth of 11% from June 2023 while […] The post FMBcapital earns US$46.8 million profit after tax in first half performance of 2024 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Member of Parliament for Blantyre City South and Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) National College Coordinator, Noel Lipipa, has urged Kamuzu College of Health Sciences (KUHeS) students at the Kameza Campus to be pioneers of thinking beyond their careers through innovative mindsets for the country’s economic benefits. “I urge you all to be pioneers of thinking […] The post DPP MP Noel Lipipa urges KUHeS students to drive economic growth appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Bungwe loyendetsa mpira la FAM lagamula kuti osewera kutsogolo, Promise Kamwendo abwelere ku team yake ya Dedza Dynamos kamba kakuti mgwirizano omwe osewerayu adasainila ndi team ya Mighty Mukuru Wanderers ngosavomerezeka. Bungweli lalamuranso osewerayu kubwenza 6 million kwacha yomwe adapochera, yomwe pachingelezi amati ‘signing on fee’ ku team ya Wanderers. FAM yatinso team ya Dedza […] The post Promise Kamwendo abwerere ku Dedza Dynamos, yatero FAM appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawian government’s directive for all schools to align with the harmonized academic calendar, which mandates a September 16 start date, is a significant policy move aimed at standardizing the educational landscape. The warning to private schools that have prematurely opened their doors raises important considerations about educational consistency and regulation. Educational consistency and equity: […] The post Opinion: Why private schools must align with Govt harmonised academic calendar appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a passionate address at the 2024 Youth Rally for the CCAP Blantyre Synod in Chiradzulu, UTM presidential hopeful Dr. Dalitso Kabambe has called on Malawi’s youth to leverage the power of technology to rejuvenate the nation’s economy. Speaking on Saturday, Dr. Kabambe highlighted the pressing need for innovation and job creation as pivotal factors […] The post UTM Presidential hopeful Kabambe urges Malawi’s youth to embrace technology appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a delightful turn of events at the People’s Party convention held in Lilongwe, a new set of leaders has been elected unopposed, bringing fresh energy and enthusiasm to the party’s helm. The convention marked a moment of unity and optimism as the party’s members rallied behind their chosen leaders. Leading the charge is Her […] The post PP heading in the right direction? Exciting leadership appointments the party’s convention appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Henry Kachaje, chief executive officer (CEO) for of Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (Mera), has his three-year contract renewed by government, a decision that has sparked criticism from Parliament and other commentators who argue it demonstrates impunity and a disregard for corporate governance principles. Comptroller of Statutory Corporations Peter Simbani has confirmed that the Mera board […] The post Zake zinayera! Mera boss Kachaje gets another three year contract amidst criticism appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

During the recent People’s Party (PP) convention, a proverb emerged that offers profound meaning: “Munthu osaona sayambana ndi yemwe akumuyendetsa chifukwa sakafika komwe akupita osaonayo, owona uja akabwelera.” This translates to “A blind person does not quarrel with the one guiding them because they won’t reach their destination without the guide. If the guide turns […] The post Analysis: A political insight into the proverb from the People’s Party Convention appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In an effort aimed at empowering individuals in the country by imparting them with knowledge and skills in financial, NICO Holdings Limited has embarked on a new campaign called ‘Zikumveka Kumbuyo’, which has been launched in order to ensure that people secure their financial future and make informed decisions. Making her remarks during the official […] The post NICO launches ‘Zikumveka Kumbuyo’ to impart Malawians with financial knowledge and skills appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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.