Look at this: if I woke up today, chanting Saulos Chilima’s name, proclaiming my closeness to the late UTM President, and vowing to carry on his legacy. Should the UTM presidency simply be handed to me? Off course not. Yet, this is exactly what some opportunists within the party are trying to do— distributing leadership […] The post Opinion: UTM will be not sold for 30 shekels appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawians have woken up to shocking revelations of  uncovered a web of corruption involving high-ranking government officials in Malawi. Secretary to the President and Cabinet Colleen Zamba has been implicated in negotiating lucrative fuel and fertilizer deals without proper procurement procedures. According to The Investigator Magazine, the deals, worth K1.5 trillion, involve the supply of […] The post SPC Zamba implicated in K1.5 trillion corruption scandal with a dubious Dubai dealer appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

This morning, judicial officers led by Chief Justice Rizine Mzikamanda convened at the Chichiri Court Complex in Blantyre for the annual Sherry Party, a traditional gathering that marks the commencement of the 2024/2025 judicial calendar. This significant event not only signifies the start of a new judicial year but also serves as a vital platform […] The post Judicial Officers Gather for Sherry Party to Launch 2024/2025 Calendar appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Vice President of the Republic of Malawi, Right Honorable Dr. Michael Bizwick Usi, officially launched the 2024 National Energy Conference on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at the Bingu International Convention Centre, where he served as the guest of honor. In his keynote address, Dr. Usi said Malawi faces significant challenges in the renewable energy sector, […] The post Vp Usi On Renewable Energy: Calls For Urgent Action To Transform Malawi’s Energy Landscape appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi is at the forefront of a rapidly escalating climate crisis, experiencing its dire consequences daily. Speaking on the sidelines of side event of climate adaptation action in Africa in New York, USA, President Lazarus Chakwera emphasized that climate change is not merely a global issue; it is the defining and urgent challenge of our […] The post Chakwera at UN: Urges Global Action to Address Escalating Climate Crisis appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In his insightful analysis, Al Bashir bin Abdul Aziz delves into the intricate distinctions between political alliances and coalitions, particularly in the context of Malawi’s political environment following the 2020 presidential elections. Through this distinction, he highlights the fundamental differences between these two forms of political partnerships and questions whether Malawi’s current governing structure under […] The post Analyzing Al Bashir bin Abdul Aziz’s Perspective on Alliances vs. Coalitions in Malawi’s Political Landscape appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The alumni community of the Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (MUBAS), formerly known as The Polytechnic, is set to reconnect at an interactive event on Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the main campus in Blantyre. Organized by the MUBAS Alumni Association in collaboration with the university, the […] The post MUBAS Alumni Community to Reconnect at Interactive Event appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

During a recent speech in Mzuzu, His Excellency Prof. Arthur Peter Mutharika JSD urged Malawians to be careful in their decisions for the upcoming elections, warning that careless choices could lead to dire consequences. He reminded the audience of the 2020 elections, where he cautioned that the choice was between development and politics. Unfortunately, many […] The post Opinion: APM is a symbol of proven leadership—tested, tried and trusted appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a powerful address at the United Nations General Assembly, President Lazarus Chakwera emphasized the urgent need for reform in the UN Security Council to better represent the interests of developing nations, particularly Africa. This call comes in the context of escalating global challenges, including climate change, economic instability, and humanitarian crises. During the session, […] The post Chakwera at UNGA: Delivers speech calling for UN reform to enhance representation and address global challenges appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Business Partners International (BPI) Malawi, a fund manager that provides business finance and support to small and medium enterprises (SMEs), has appointed experienced economist and financial expert Bond Mtembezeka as its new Country Manager to lead its operations in Malawi. Mtembezeka brings extensive experience in Asset Management, Banking, Investments, and Corporate Finance, with over eight […] The post BPI Malawi appoints new Country Manager appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Road Safety Alert Foundation (ROSAF) says they will host a Car Free Day this coming Friday, September 27, 2024, in Lilongwe in order to sensitise the public on the alternative modes of transportation to reduce carbon emissions and accidents. Addressing the press conference in Lilongwe, ROSAF Executive Director Joel Jere said the day is […] The post Malawi to commemorate Car free day this coming Friday appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Renowned businessperson Charles Zimba, chief executive officer for SICO Holdings, and renowned musician Elli Njuchi are set to headline an exciting Mbumba Arts and Cultural Festival this Saturday at Mzuzu Stadium from 10:00 hrs to 19:30 hrs. The festival will include different music performances, cultural dances, cultural food, cultural heritage presentations and cultural clothing. Artists […] The post Businessperson Charles Zimba, Elli Njuchi to headline Mbumba cultural Festival in Mzuzu this Saturday appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) has held its inaugural White Coat Ceremony, honoring 30 newly graduated dietitians. “The White Coat Ceremony symbolizes the transition of our students from academic life to professional practice,” said Professor Emmanuel Kaunda, LUANAR Vice Chancellor. “We have realized that when people go into hospital, that’s when […] The post LUANAR holds inaugural white coat ceremony for dietitians appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a move set to significantly boost trade financing in Malawi, African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has signed a landmark US$100-million Trade Finance Facilitation Facility (AFTRAF) agreement with National Bank of Malawi (NBM) Plc, the country’s largest bank by assets. Representing the largest AFTRAF facility ever to be extended by Afreximbank in Malawi, the US$100-million AFTRAF […] The post NBM plc secures landmark US$100 million from Afreximbank for trade finance appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Beatitude Naturopathy and Wellness Centre has organized week-long Backpain and Arthritis awareness and alignment sessions where patients will be treated using naturopathic methods. The Centre’s Director Francis Malunga said in an interview yesterday that the awareness week will run from 23 September to 27 September 2024 from 7.30am to noon at their centre at Manase […] The post Wellness Centre in Backpain and Arthritis awareness week appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Ministry of Tourism has categorically denied allegations that the government is selling Likoma Island, reassuring the public that the island is off-limits to any potential buyers. Contrary to recent media reports, the government maintains that Likoma Island is a prized national asset that will not be sold to any individual or entity. “The allegations […] The post Likoma is not for sale and will not be sold, Govt reassures Malawians appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Lazarus Chakwera of Malawi has made a compelling appeal to Ireland’s President Michael Higgins for support with the ATM Strategy, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at boosting productivity in Agriculture, Tourism, and Mining sectors. This ambitious plan, coined by Chakwera himself, envisions transforming Malawi from a poor to a wealthy nation through the Malawi Vision […] The post Chakwera courts Ireland: Malawi’s ATM strategy gets global boost appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Former president Peter Mutharika has warned some members of his Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) that they risk expulsion if they choose to undermine his authority. Speaking in an interview after addressing a rally on Saturday in Mzuzu, he said people such as his 2019 running mate Everton Chimulirenji have been loyal and need all the […] The post DPP leader Mutharika reiterates on intra-party discipline: ‘I don’t take nonsense.” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi is battling high prevalence rate of diabetes, with 468,000 people living with the disease, a situation which is worrying health authorities. Medical researchers say Malawi is among countries in sub-Saharan Africa with an increasing prevalence rate of diabetes among adults aged 20-79 years olds. The major risk factors, according to the medical researchers, include […] The post Malawi battles high diabetes prevalence rate as diabetic men worry erectile dysfunctional appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

265 Energy Limited and National Bank of Malawi (NBM) on Wednesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) designed to make clean energy solutions more accessible to Malawians. The agreement allows NBM customers to access a wide range of 265 Energy’s high-quality products through a convenient loan arrangement. The MOU was signed at NBM Headquarters in Blantyre, marking a […] The post 265 Energy Ltd, NBM sign MoU to provide customers access to energy products on loan appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Minister of Energy, Ibrahim Matola, has admitted that Malawi has inadequate power for mining as it requires around 700 megawatts against the current 550. Matola said this on Tuesday during a stakeholder’s workshop on attracting finance and investment for the energy transition in Malawi held in Lilongwe. He said the demand for power remains high […] The post Inadequate power a setback to mining industry in Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera has expressed concern over Africa’s lagging internet connectivity, with only 36 percent of the continent connected to the internet. The President made the remarks on Tuesday during Semafor’s Next 3 Billion Fireside meeting at The Pierre Hotel in New York, USA. Despite the broader challenges, President Chakwera highlighted that Malawi has […] The post Chakwera at UNGA: Malawi leader concerned with Africa’s lagging internet connectivity appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A shocking scandal has rocked the United Transformation Movement (UTM) after publicity secretary Felix Njawala has been caught red-handed misrepresenting critical resolutions passed by the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held on Monday at the Area 12, Lilongwe, residence of the vice president, Dr Michael Usi, who is also the party’s president. Our investigation […] The post Exposed! How and why Njawala misled the public on UTM NEC resolutions about the convention appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Seed Trade Association of Malawi (STAM)—an apex body of certified seed producing and marketing companies—is supplying 15,000 metric tons of certified cereal seed and 2000mt tons of legume seed in the 2024/2025 farming season, a drop from a total of 31,000 tons estimated in 2023/2024 season. Speaking Tuesday in Lilongwe after an elective annual general […] The post Association says drought and high inflation affecting seed availability, demand appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

School authorities have issued a stern warning that school fund in primary schools across the country should not go beyond K1,000. This comes as some schools are sending back from classes learners who fail to pay school fund which in some schools is K3,000 despite the fact that the government abolished school fees to enable […] The post Govt says primary school school fund should not go beyond K1000 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawians living in major cities and towns will still have to dig deeper into their pockets to earn a living as the cost of living— the amount of money needed to maintain a certain standard of life—has again rose by 3.9 percent in the first half of 2024. According to figures from the Centre for […] The post  More pain, more gnawing teeth as the cost of living rises by 3% in major cities, town appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

 Vice President of the Republic of Malawi, Right Honorable Dr. Michael Usi, visited Ntandire Market in Lilongwe on Tuesday as he continues to engange with small scale businesses and vendors to witness their businesses firsthand and discuss the challenges they face in their daily operations. After engaging with the vendors and community members, the Vice […] The post Veep Usi walks with people of Ntandire ghetto in Lilongwe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi leader Lazarus Chakwera and his Mozambique counterpart Filipe Nyusi have agreed that they will stand shoulder to shoulder in doing everything possible to save Miombo Forests which are on the danger of extinction because of human activities. Speaking at a meeting in Washington, USA, last night, Chakwera emphasized that two countries will do everything […] The post Chakwera at UNGA: Malawi, Mozambique stands shoulder to shoulder to save Miombo Forests appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Listed FDH Bank plc has contributed K6 million to the Economic Association of Malawi (ECAMA) Annual Lake Conference set for November this year. The conference, according to ECAMA, aims to tackle the country’s pressing economic challenges, including inflation, currency depreciation, and unemployment. Speaking after presenting the cheque in Blantyre on Tuesday, FDH Bank plc Public […] The post FDH Bank plc gives ECAMA K6 million for lake conference appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Giant alcoholic beverages producer, Castel Malawi Limited, has committed K20 million to an Employee Volunteering charity initiative which aims at contributing to community support and strengthening the relationship between Castel Malawi and the local communities.   Castel Malawi’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Manager, Linda Kolomba said under this initiative, Castel Malawi employees are making enormous […] The post Castel Malawi commits K20 million to employee volunteering program appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A British businessman, who was a former contractor for South Africa’s ailing power utility Eskom, has been extradited from the UK to face 65 counts of corruption. Michael Lomas is accused of taking kickbacks on contracts between his firm, Tubular Construction, and Eskom for work at the Kusile power station, which were worth in excess […] The post UK extradites its citizen to go and answer 65 corruption crimes committed in South Africa appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Government of Malawi on Thursday launched the second National Rice Development Strategy (NRDS 2) with the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA) committing to support efforts to increase and diversify rice production in Malawi. JICA Chief Representative, Kazuhiro Tambara said his agency recognizes the role rice crop plays in the social and economic development of […] The post Malawi launches 2nd rice development strategy, JICA to support efforts to increase production appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In an effort to enhance and drive the digital agenda, Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) has disclosed plans to construct an ICT laboratory in every constituency by December,2024, under the Connect a School Project. MACRA Director General, Daud Suleman, said during an interview that the institution will facilitate construction of the smart ICT laboratories in […] The post Digitizing everyone: MACRA’s Connect-a-School Project constructing ICT labs in all constituencies appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Executive director for Malawi National Association of the Deaf (MANAD) Byson Chimenya said the commemoration of 2024 International Week of Deaf People has been postponed due to the absence of the Minister of Gender, Disability and Elderly Affairs. In an interview with Malawi News Agency Chimenya said the country will be missing on the world […] The post Malawi fails to celebrate International Week of Deaf people because Hon. Minister is in USA for UNGA appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Indigenous contractors under Malawi Building, Civil Engineering and Allied Trade Association (Mabcata) say they will vacate an injunction Roads Fund Administration (RFA) has obtained stopping its members from taking over tollgates to recover their dues. The contractors planned to take over the running of Chingeni Toll Plaza in Ntcheu and Kalinyeke Toll Gate in Dedza […] The post Contractors moves to vacate RFA injunction: “Our business are paralyzed, give us our money.” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.