President Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera marked a significant occasion today as he led the nation in commemorating the 2024 Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) Day at Sanjika Palace in Blantyre. This year’s event, themed “Strengthening Partnerships and Capacity in the NGO Sector: Panacea in Achieving Malawi 2063 Agenda,” served as a platform for stakeholders to explore ways to […] The post Chakwera celebrates NGO Day, emphasizes collaboration for Malawi’s future appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a surprising turn of events, the United Democratic Front (UDF) has chosen to withdraw from today’s highly anticipated joint press briefing with other opposition parties, sending shockwaves through Malawi’s political landscape. The press conference, set to address crucial electoral issues ahead of the upcoming elections, will proceed without UDF’s active participation, raising questions about […] The post UDF stands alone: Refuses to join opposition Press Conference amid electoral tensions appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

An international citizens movement which promote democratic alternation in Africa,  Tournons La Page (TLP), which is a newly established organization in Malawi, has called on young people in the country to exercise their human rights in the upcoming 2025 general elections by making sure that they are taking part in both voting as well as […] The post TLP organization calls for youth participation in 2025 general elections appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi continues to register an escalation in cases of stress, burnout, and anxiety among workers in various sectors despite growing recognition of mental health as a critical component of well-being, Non-Communicable Diseases Alliance Malawi (NCDAMW) has disclosed. NCDAMW National Chairperson Maud Mwakasungula, in a statement issued last week, called upon stakeholders to intensify efforts in […] The post NGO worried with escalation of mental health problems among workers appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The National Initiative for Civic Education (NICE) Public Trust and Biwi Police Unit have joined hands in raising awareness on crime prevention at Biwi Industrial Site in Lilongwe. Among others, the two institutions have been conducting whistle-stop security awareness raising tours to equip the residents with information that can help them fight and/or prevent crime. […] The post NICE Public Trust, Biwi Police in joint awareness on crime prevention appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Minister of Finance and Economic Planning, Simplex Chithyola Banda, has courted controversy and condemnation for bragging on Facebook that he was a rich person before joining politics. Chithyola posted countless pictures of the property, including an uncompleted house, which he claims he acquired outside the political realm. Apparently, his intention was to silence Malawians who […] The post Chithyola angers Malawians for bragging about his wealth as Balaka residents demand fresh probe into Global Fund’s abuse appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Nduna yofalitsa nkhani, a Moses Kunkuyu, walengeza kuti achinyamata 95 pa m’ndandanda wa 671 akuyembekezereka kukagwira ntchito mdziko la Israel, ndipo akuyembekezeka ku nyamuka mwezi wa mawa. Kunkuyu wati achinyamatawa adzipita pang’ono pang’ono, potengera kuti dzikolo lapezera minda yoti akagwire ntchito. Koma, wapampando wa gulu la achinyamata, Yotam Ng’ambi, adawonetsa kusakondwa ndi momwe boma likuyendetsera […] The post Paulendo! Achinyamata 95 akuyembekezereka kupita ku Israel mwezi wa mawa kukaswa magobo    appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As part of Mothers Day celebrations, CDH Investment Bank women have supported two orphanages in Blantyre and Lilongwe with K2.5million respectively to help the lives of children. Mama Berna Foundation in Area 23 and Step Kids Awareness Trust (STEP) in Nyambadwe in Blantyre received the support. Speaking during the handover of a cheque in Lilongwe […] The post CDH Investment Bank women supports two orphanages with K2.5m each appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi has marked a significant milestone in its agricultural development efforts by securing $46.27 million in direct budget support from the African Development Bank (AFDB). This funding, which comprises three distinct grants, is aimed at bolstering agricultural productivity, enhancing commercialization, and addressing disaster risk management—critical areas for a country heavily reliant on agriculture for economic […] The post CONFIDENCE RESTORED: Chakwera’s Govt secures $46.27m direct budget support from AFDB appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s First Lady, Madame Monica Chakwera, has called on people in the country to safeguard the rights of elderly people. Madame Monica Chakwera was speaking at Mwazisi Primary School in the area of Paramount Chief Themba la Mathemba Chikulamayembe in Rumphi District when she hosted a Mother’s Day retreat for more than 300 elderly women. […] The post Madame Monica Chakwera calls on Malawians to protect rights of elderly people appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) has described this year’s Zokonda Amai Macheza initiative which took place in Mzuzu as the best. MBC board Chair Reverend Vasco Kachipapa said this in an exclusive interview after this year’s Zokonda Amai Macheza which was held at Grand Palace. Reverend Kachipapa said the change of venue from Lilongwe , Mangochi […] The post MBC hails 2024 Zokonda Amai Macheza appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a heartwarming gesture on Mother’s Day, journalists from the Nyika Media Club (NMC) visited the antenatal and postnatal wards at Mzuzu Health Centre to honor and support expectant and new mothers. With sponsorship from Partners for the North, Nyika Properties Limited, and Awalanje Investment, Construction, and Civil Engineering Company, the journalists presented parcels containing […] The post North journalists celebrate Mothers’ Day with gifts and support appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi is set to host the 2024 College of Anaesthesiologists East, Central, and Southern Africa (CANECSA) Annual Regional Conference from December 4th to 6th. This significant event aims to bolster the field of anaesthesia, preoperative care, pain management, and intensive care in the region.   The conference, themed “Strengthening Anaesthesia Education, Workforce, and Well-being in […] The post Historic CANECSA Conference comes to Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

 A wave of frustration swept across major cities in Malawi this week as fuel shortages resurfaced, leaving queues of over 80 vehicles snaking outside service stations in Zomba, Blantyre, and Mzuzu. The chaos has reignited fears of economic instability and disrupted daily life for countless Malawians. During spot checks in Blantyre and Limbe, it was […] The post Unending fuel fiasco: Malawi faces crisis as shortages resurface  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As calls for accountability intensify, President Lazarus Chakwera faces growing pressure to establish a commission of inquiry into the plane crash that resulted in the tragic loss of Vice-President Saulos Chilima and eight others. The incident, which occurred on June 10, 2024, has left a significant void in Malawi’s political landscape and raised urgent questions […] The post Mounting pressure on Chakwera to institute inquiry into plane crash: MHRC joins the fray appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Anthu ochuluka kwa Mtsiliza mu mzinda wa Lilongwe, makakaka mmudzi wa a Senior Group Piyasani 2, akulira ndipo ndi odandaula kaamba koti mfumuyi inatenga ndalama kwa anthuwa kuti akhale nawo mkawundula wolandila ndalama za mtukula pakhomo. Omwe akuyimilila anthu okhuzidwawa, Moses Kalipinde ndi Josen Kamwera, ati mfumuyi yinalandila ma MK5,000 ndi ma MK10,000 kwa anthuwa. […] The post Mfumu Piyasani 2 yabela ndalama anthu olandila mtukula pakhomo kwa Mtsiliza ku Lilongwe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Screening of films for the annual EU Film Festival (EFF) 2024 will be done in Malawi from 24 October to 2 November, according to a statement EU in Malawi and Lake of Stars Africa jointly released. Screening will be conducted in Lilongwe, Blantyre and Dowa on four dates at four venues, with the official launch […] The post EU Film Festival 2024 set for 24 October to 2 November appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

FINCA Malawi has pumped in MK3 million to support the Malawi Microfinance Network (MAMN) Annual Lake Conference, slated for October 17-19, 2024. MAMN is a legally constituted grouping of microfinance institutions and providers of microfinance-related services in Malawi. The conference will be held under the theme “Inclusive and Sustainable Financing for MSMEs: Catalyzing Agricultural Commercialization […] The post FINCA Malawi bankrolls Microfinance Conference with K3 million appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Industry players and harm reduction experts have emphasised the need for a regulatory framework that encourages more innovative smokeless tobacco products, ensuring consumers’ safety and promoting public health. This was during the just-ended Global Tobacco Nicotine Forum (GTNF) which took place at the end of September 2024 in Athens, Greece. The GTNF 2024 ended with […] The post Experts interrogate the need for flexible harm reduction regulatory frameworks to support public health globally appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Speakers at the just-ended 7th Summit on Tobacco Reduction have expressed concern over the booming markets for illicit smoking and vaping products, fearing this will expose the youth to harm. United Kingdom (UK)-based Louise Ross and Professor Marewa Glover of New Zealand challenged countries to come up with stronger regulations to stop them in order […] The post Experts concerned with booming markets for illicit vaping products, call for stringent regulations to stop them appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Committee on Legal Affairs at the House of Commons has officially launched an investigation into the conduct of Judge Ken Manda, responding to escalating public dissatisfaction and a series of complaints regarding his judicial behavior. This move, articulated by committee chair Peter Dimba during a press conference at Parliament, underscores a critical moment for […] The post Parliament initiates investigation into Judge Ken Manda: A call for judicial accountability appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a decisive move to tackle the escalating hunger crisis, President Lazarus Chakwera launched the 2024/25 Agriculture Input Programme (AIP) today in Neno, reaffirming his commitment to empowering local farmers and ensuring food security for all Malawians. Addressing a crowd of enthusiastic supporters, Chakwera acknowledged the grim reality faced by many, stating, “Everywhere I go, […] The post Seeds of Change: Chakwera launches 2024/25 AIP to combat hunger  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Mukuru, a leading financial services company has introduced a mobile Mukuru Wallet in Malawi to address the growing demand for digital money transfers at both local and international level. Speaking during the launch of the Mukuru Mobile Wallet in Lilongwe on Friday, Mukuru Malawi Country Manager, Pride Chiwaya said the move is in line with […] The post Mukuru introduces Mobile Wallet to ease growing demand for digital financial services appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The resurgence of prolonged power blackouts in Malawi has reignited concerns about the country’s electricity supply, with the Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (Escom) citing a mismatch between power demand and available supply as a key factor. This announcement, made by Escom CEO Kamkwamba Kumwenda during a recent meeting with the Parliamentary Committee on Natural […] The post Prolonged power blackouts returns, Escom blames supply-demand mismatch amid rising demand appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A devastating road accident on the evening of October 13, 2024, at the Silos Road Junction in Kanengo along the Lilongwe-Kasungu Road has resulted in the deaths of five passengers and serious injuries to several others. The incident underscores the urgent need for enhanced road safety measures. According to Gresham Ngwira, Public Relations Officer for […] The post Another bloody Sunday as tragic collision claims five lives in Kanengo road accident appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Mzuzu University (MZUNI) has expressed interest to partner Mzuzu Prison in a quest to ensure that the prison is food secure so that inmates do not struggle with issues of food. This was disclosed when the university visited the prison to donate assorted items ranging from cooking oil, salt, soya pieces, sugar and dried fish […] The post Mzuni to partner Mzuzu Prison for food security appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a bold move that could shake the very foundations of Malawi’s leadership, the Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI) has declared its intent to hold peaceful demonstrations on October 24, 2024, demanding accountability for the tragic military plane crash that claimed nine lives, including Vice-President Dr. Saulos Klaus Chilima and former First […] The post Justice for the Fallen: CDEDI plans demos to demand Chakwera institute Commission of Inquiry on the plane crash appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a controversial decision that has sparked widespread criticism, High Court Judge Ken Manda has successfully obtained an injunction against prominent human rights lawyer Alexious Kamangila, effectively barring him from making any public statements regarding the judge on social media platforms, particularly Facebook. This legal move has raised significant concerns about the implications for freedom […] The post Justice Manda mutes corruption critics: Obtains injunction against Lawyer Kamangila appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

National Bank of Malawi plc has scooped the 2024 Public Relations Society of Malawi (PRSM) Excellence in Corporate Communication award. The award aims to recognize a private sector institution that has demonstrated exceptional PR strategy campaign and plan execution, significantly impacting business outcomes, enhancing brand reputation, and effectively managing corporate communications. Announcing the winner at the PRSM […] The post NBM plc scoops 2024 PRSM Excellence in Corporate Communication award appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As the Malawi National Football Team prepares to clash with Africa’s highest-ranked side today, Senegal’s Lions of Teranga, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Scheduled for a crucial 2025 TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifier at the Diamniadio Olympic Stadium in Dakar, this match is pivotal for the Flames, who find themselves in a precarious […] The post Zitheka? Malawi’s Flames face uphill battle against Senegal in Afcon qualifiers today appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Head of Presidential Delivery Unit (PDU), Dr. Janet Banda, has expressed satisfaction with engagements involving energy stakeholders which have brought forward progressive solutions to addressing key challenges in the sector. Banda, who is also Deputy Secretary to the President and Cabinet-(DSPC), made the remarks on Thursday during the closing of the Main Delivery Lab on […] The post PDU satisfied with engagements to addressing energy sector challenges appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As Malawi gears up for its pivotal general elections in September 2025, the decision by the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) to partner with Smartmatic, a controversial election machine supplier, is raising significant concerns among electoral stakeholders and civil society. This choice has sparked a heated debate about the integrity of the electoral process, revealing deeper […] The post MEC decision to partner with controversial election machine supplier, Smartmatic, raises alarm bells appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has given K10 million to this year’s Presidential Charity Golf Initiative. The Presidential charity initiative seeks to raise funds to aid tropical cyclone victims and support university students facing financial hardships. Presenting the cheque in Blantyre on Wednesday, NBM plc Head of Corporate Banking, William Chatsala described the initiative as […] The post NBM plc Injects K10 Million into Presidential Charity Golf Tourney appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Lazarus Chakwera has arrived in Blantyre to a raucous welcome from a passionate crowd of supporters who filled the streets, chanting “Chakwera is alive!” The president, accompanied by the First Lady, made his way from the clock tower, where an enthusiastic gathering had assembled to greet him. As he proceeded towards Sanjika Palace, the […] The post President Chakwera arrives in Blantyre, enthusiastic supporters chants “He Is Alive” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) Vice Chancellor, Prof. Emmanuel Kaunda, says value addition to various crops is key to sustainable market relevance globally. He made the remarks in Lilongwe during a stakeholders’ inception meeting of the Value Chain and Market Systems Development project among government, World Food Programme (WFP), and other stakeholders […] The post LUANAR stresses value addition for sustainable market relevance appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.