Opposition political parties and the National Registration Bureau (NRB) were—on Wednesday in Mponela, Dowa—involved in tug-of-war over the voter registration process and it was clear that the opposition is not confident and comfortable with how NRB is registering people that expected to vote in next years’ polls. At the heart of the matter is the […] The post Opposition parties on the neck of NRB on voter registration: Demands NRB involves NEC in its process appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The recent Financial Stability Report published by the Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) has revealed that the local unit, kwacha, fell by an average 2.3 percent against other major foreign currencies in the first six months of 2024. According to the report, during the period under review, the Kwacha depreciated by 3.12 percent against the […] The post Kwacha itipha! More economic pains as Kwacha falls by 2.3% against foreign currencies appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

All roads, this Saturday, lead to Civo Stadium in Lilongwe where celebrated musician Gwamba is holding his Best of Gwamba Concert with two South African artists Focalistic and Kamo Mphela confirmed to jet into the country on September 21. The concert has been organised by rapper Gwamba as part of celebrating his 15th anniversary. Apart […] The post Kuli fumbi! Best of Gwamba Concert on this Saturday as two international artist confirm coming appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Vice President Dr. Michael Usi has issued a passionate call for Malawian producers to uphold quality in their products, emphasizing that this is essential for achieving premium market prices. Dr. Usi made this appeal in Kasungu on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, during his tour of the BOMFA Farmers Cooperative. BOMFA, a beneficiary of NEEF loans, […] The post Usi visits NEEF loan beneficiary: Impressed with its success, calls on Malawi producers to uphold quality appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi Government has unveiled ambitious plans of harvesting 700 metric tonnes of fish annually by 2063. Director of Fisheries in the Ministry of Natural Resources Dr Hastings Zidana said this in Lilongwe during the Refresh Malawi dissemination meeting.   Dr Zidana called for a joint effort in order to achieve the plans by 2063.   […] The post More fish, more money, good health: Govt unveils plans to harvest 700 Mt of fish annually appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi is among 14 countries that, on Wednesday, voted no to a UN General Assembly resolution demanding that Israel complies with the ruling of the UN court and withdraw from the occupied territory of Palestine. The resolution was adopted after it received 124 votes in favor, while 43 countries abstained and Israel, the United States […] The post Malawi votes against Israel withdrawing from occupying Palestine appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Former Reserve Bank Governor Dalitso Kabambe, who made news for paying his a hefty K30 million salary at the central bank, has launched a scathing critique of Malawi’s current leadership, accusing them of being “clueless” and failing to steer the nation toward progress. Speaking at a recent public forum, Kabambe did not mince words, arguing […] The post UTM Dalitso Kabambe, who paid himself K30m salary at RBM, says: “Clueless leaders are letting Malawi down.” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The recent rise in political intimidation in Malawi, exemplified by the case of Maria Mainja, is a stark warning about the state of the country’s democracy. Mainja, the Democratic Progressive Party’s (DPP) Director of Women for the southern region, has come under threat following her outspoken criticism of the ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP). After […] The post Political intimidation in Malawi: Maria Mainja’s case exposes growing threat to democracy appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Airtel Malawi says it has performed well for the half-year ended June 30, 2024, with customer base has surged by 12.3%, reaching an impressive 7.6 million subscribers, up from 6.7 million in the previous period. In a report, Airtel Malawi says this vital increase solidifies the mobile phone company’s position as a market leader in […] The post Good news for Airtel Malawi as subscribers jump to 7.6m up from 6.7m appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Newly-elected councilor for Blantyre Chilaweni Ward Maxwell Phiri has won the hearts of traditional leaders in the entire Blantyre North East Constituency for his unwavering support towards underprivileged learners in the area. Phiri—who won as an independent candidate on the just recent by-elections—gave out assorted items to four brilliant but underprivileged learners who had done […] The post Bt Councilor Maxwell Phiri supports underprivileged students with items worth K3m: Chiefs excited with him   appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Center for Multiparty Democracy, (CMD) has cautioned the National Registration Bureau, (NRB) to ensure that the national identity registration process is clear, fair and transparent. Burning issues concerning registration processes at NRB came to light as the bureau officials held an interface meeting in Mponela, Dowa district with representatives from different parties forming CMD secretariat […] The post CMD cautions NRB on registration process appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Mchinji One-Stop Border-Post is said to have registered a sharp increase in revenue collection from K1bn per month to over K3bn. Principal Secretary for Trade and Industry, Christina Zakeyu, said since opening of the facility in December 2022, coordination among officers has been enhanced, as main border agencies are now housed under one roof. […] The post Billionaire border! Mchinji border now collects K3bn in a month, a jump from K1bn appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Amid ongoing challenges posed by pandemics and other health crises, African nations are meeting in Lilongwe, Malawi’s capital, to discuss how emerging technologies can revolutionize healthcare systems across the continent. The two-day Regional Dialogue on Leveraging Emerging Technologies for Healthcare, organized by the Africa Institute for Development Policy (AFIDEP) and AUDA-NEPAD, comes as the continent […] The post African nations explore technologies to transform healthcare appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Government says it is targeting 5.6 million food insecure households during the 224/25 relief food distribution exercise which has been launched today, Wednesday in Neno. In Neno alone, 13,869 households are food insecure following dry spells induced by the El Nino weather pattern in the last farming season. Speaking during the launch, the Department of […] The post Dodma heeds Chakwera’s directive: Rolls out nationwide food distribution targeting 5.7 million appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As preparations for this year’s Surveyors Institute of Malawi (SIM) Annual General Conference is at an advanced stage, Perfect Property Solutions donates MK3 million towards the indaba. Perfect Property Solutions Business Manager , Willy Mwawa, for says as a member of SIM, they thought it wise to contribute as these conferences help to shape them […] The post Perfect Property Solutions donates K3Million to Surveyors Institute of Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

At the esteemed Malawi National E-Justice Conference in Lilongwe today, Tuesday, Minister of Justice Titus Mvalo, passionately underscored the imperative to bridge the justice gap. In his address, the Minister spoke of the challenges that citizens encounter in their quest for legal remedies. Graced by the presence of Chief Justice Rizine Mzikamanda, Minister Mvalo fervently […] The post Mvalo calls for bridging justice gap appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s most successful football academy, Ascent Soccer has partnered with US-based, New England Futbol Club (NEFC) a strategic partnership that marks a significant step in advancing soccer development and social impact globally. In a joint statement, the two institutions say “the new collaboration will focus on supporting Ascent Soccer’s mission in south-east Africa while providing […] The post Ascent Soccer signs new collaboration with USA’s New England Futbol Club  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Traditional and online sports betting provide an exciting way to interact with sports, bringing extra excitement to each and every event or competition. Gaining an understanding of the subtleties of sports betting can improve your enjoyment and possibly even raise your winnings, regardless of your level of experience. You can efficiently navigate the world of […] The post Mastering Online Sports Betting: Strategies and Tips for Success appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Police in Mzuzu have arrested 19-year-old Amos Phiri for personating a medical practitioner and being found in possession of medical drugs. Phiri was arrested at his house in Mchengautuba in Mzuzu City on Monday 16th September, 2024. Deputy Public Relations Officer for Mzuzu Police Station, Sergeant Cecilia Mfune, said police established that the suspect was […] The post Man arrested for personating medical practitioner appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A concerned citizen from Mapuyu North Constituency in Lilongwe has bail out less privileged students who have just passed Primary School Leaving Certificate and selected into various secondary schools with different school materials. Speaking at hand over ceremony Lawrence Kayesa, the well wisher highlighted that the gesture comes as an appreciation as he has been […] The post Concerned Citizen Kayesa bails out students in Lilongwe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As Malawi is sending non-skilled labours to Israel, another opportunity has opened for Africa as Germany has agreed to allow skilled and semi-skilled Kenyan workers into their country in a controlled and targeted labour migration deal. Kenya is struggling with increasing difficulties in providing work and sufficient income for its young professionals, while Germany is […] The post German opens door to Kenyan workers in labour deal, targets doctors, nurses, teachers appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Civil Society Education Coalition (CSEC) has expressed concern over the outcome of the 2024 Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) Examinations whose results were released on Monday. In a statement signed by CSEC board Chairperson Limbani Nsapato and CSEC executive director Benedicto Kondowe, the organization feels the results indicate persistent and significant challenges confronting […] The post Education experts worried with MSCE results: “Our system is failing to equip learners with skills to succeed.” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Northern Region vice president of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), Jappie Mhango, has branded the Malawi Congress Party (MCP)-led administration as a “government of thieves”. Mhango, who is also Rumphi North legislator, has urged Malawians to be vigilant, fearing that theft and abuse of public resources could worsen as MCP torchbearer President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy […] The post DPP veep Jappie Mhango brands MCP-led administration as “government of thieves” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A Malawi okwana 210 omwe athamangitsidwa m’dziko la South Africa akuyembekezereka kufika m’dziko muno mawa. Anthuwa akwanitsa chiwerengero cha anthu omwe athamangitsidwa m’dzikolo mwezi uno kufika pa 490 Kamba koti nzika zina zokwana 280 zinafika m’dziko muno kudzera pa chipata cha boma la Mwanza, sabata yatha.   M’neneri wa nthambi yoona za anthu olowa ndi […] The post Kwanunkha ku Joni: A Malawi enanso 250 achokochedwako, afika mawa mdziko muno appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Shocking details have emerged with regards to how Malawian tax payers have lost close to K4 billion paying three contractors for a road construction project in Rumphi yet nothing, till now, has happened on the 20-kilometre road project. This road project in question is the  20km section of the Rumphi-Nyika Road between Chikwawa and Bembe […] The post Shocker! Govt pays over K4bn to 3 companies for a Rumphi road BUT nothing on the ground   appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Children in Salima District have expressed concern over the inadequacy of teaching and learning materials in public schools, stressing that the problem disadvantages underprivileged learners who cannot afford a private school. The children made the lamentation at the end of their week-long Salima District Children’s Parliament held from September 9-13, 2024. A consortium of child […] The post Salima children lament inadequate teaching and learning materials in public schools appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Bungwe lophunzitsa ndi kuzindikiritsa anthu pa zinthu zosiyanasiyana la National Initiative for Civic Education (NIC) lamema okhudzidwa onse kuti agwirana manja pa ntchito yolimbikitsa amayi ndi achinyamata kutengapo gawo pa masankho a mchaka chamawa. Mkulu wa bungweli a Gray Kalindekafe ndi amene adapereka pempholi m’boma la Dedza masiku apitawa pamene amakhazikitsidwa ngati Katswiri Wachimuna (Male Champion) wa […] The post NICE ilimbikitsa mgwirizano polimbikitsa amayi, achinyamata kutengapo gawo pa masankho a mu 2025 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Government of Russia has announced that the organization of the largest platform for interaction between the participants of the sports industry will take place soon. Spokesperson at the Embassy of Russia in Malawi and Zimbabwe, Egor Kuropiatnik, has since urged Malawians sportsmen and women to participate by registering online. The platform was established in accordance […] The post Russian XII International SPORTS Forum on the cards, Malawi and other countries urged to participate appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

It was not long ago, when some  people of the Northern part of Malawi, especially  Mzimba, could not be separated from their Livestock, like  chickens, goats and cattle. In the remote past, families  who could not afford to raise   kraals ( khola) were deprived of options beside sharing  with   animals their dwelling houses, to guarantee their […] The post Spotlight on Ngoni culture and art  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As the world celebrates September as Tourism month, Malawi is embracing the theme of “Tourism, Justice and Peace” by showcasing its unique attractions. One such gem is White Village, a 31-room budget hotel located in the heart of Blantyre, offering an unparalleled blend of comfort, tranquility and affordability. Tucked away on the M1 Road, past […] The post Discover the Hidden Gem of Malawi: White Village appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Consumers and end users of refrigerators have been asked to use the recommended alternatives that are energy efficient, ozone and climate friendly for the country to play its part as the world deals with the threat of ozone depletion. The advice was made by Secretary for Natural Resources & Climate Change, Yusuf Mkungula today during […] The post Consumers urged to use energy alternatives that are ozone and climate friendly appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Lilongwe based NICO Holdings Limited and NICO Capital Limited team from Blantyre have been crowned champions of the 2024, One NICO Executive Invitational Golf Challenge, a victory that saw the two teams booking their ticket for a paid-for trip to Sun City in South Africa where they will fly to relax for a holiday and  […] The post NICO Holdings, NICO Capital teams crowned ‘One Nico Executive Invitational Golf Challenge’ winners appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Officials from the Department for Refugees in the Ministry of Homeland Security say human trafficking cases are increasing at Dzaleka refugee camp in Dowa. The department officials have told members of parliamentary committee on Defense and Security that they are dealing with the matter. Hilda Katema Kausiwa, senior administrative and operations manager for the department […] The post Human trafficking on the increase at Dzaleka refugee camp appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A court in Zomba has found a University of Malawi student with no case to answer on charges of selling drugs alleged to be the cure for HIV and AIDS. Godfrey Chingolo, the student at the University of Malawi was facing five charges relating to the sale of drugs that were alleged to be the […] The post Unima student found with no case to answer over sale of drugs on HIV and AIDS cure appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

MultiChoice Malawi has recently launched the most anticipated campaign called “Ndi Kwathu” aimed at highlighting the business’ deep-rooted commitment to enriching lives in Malawi and also bringing people together to promote a shared sense of responsibility. The campaign is expected to run until 12 September 2025. Speaking in an interview on friday during the launch […] The post MultiChoice Malawi unvails “Ndi Kwathu” campaign appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.