NBS Bank plc on Wednesday celebrated this year’s Mother’s Day by giving out gift shopping vouchers worth K20,000 to customers in its branches across the country. Acting Head of Strategy, Products and Marketing Inqxhuiniso Dzoole-Mwale expressed that the bank’s initiative is aimed at honouring and appreciating the indispensable role mothers play in families, communities, and […] The post NBS Bank plc splashes Mother’s Day gifts appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Castel Malawi Limited has stressed the importance of a conducive working environment and industrial peace, noting that these factors contribute to the success of organizations. The company’s Human Resources and Corporate Affairs Director, Gloria Zimba made the remarks during the Castel Malawi Workers Union (Camawu) Annual General Assembly in Salima over the weekend. “As Castel Malawi, […] The post Castel Malawi commends peaceful relationship with staff appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Agricultural scientists have emphasized the need for increasing trade in carbon markets to companies that are emitting carbon inorder to leverage climate change impacts in the country. Speaking during a panel discussion at the 13th Eminent Speaker Series (ESS) in Lilongwe that dwells on issues of carbon markets and climate finance, Zwide Jere managing director […] The post MW needs increased trade in carbon markets to leverage climate change impacts appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As Malawi gears up for the 2025 General Elections, the United Democratic Front (UDF) appears to be reconsidering its political alliances, with analysts suggesting a potential partnership with the governing Malawi Congress Party (MCP). This shift comes on the heels of a series of strategic moves that could redefine the landscape of Malawian politics, especially […] The post Is UDF shifting towards MCP? Analyzing political implications ahead of 2025 elections appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) has announced that it is reviewing fuel pump prices to better align them with the actual landing costs of petroleum products. This decision comes in response to mounting pressure from various stakeholders, including members of Parliament and the Consumers Association of Malawi (Cama), who have urged for an increase […] The post Is Govt planning to raise fuel prices again? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

One of Malawi top-notch DJ, DJ Naxy-P, will be playing at Blue Elephant in Blantyre this Saturday for a Jersey Party where revelers are advised to come wearing their favorite soccer jersey. The party, which will be hosted by rapper Rinna, will also feature other DJs such as DJ Super G and DJ Mutchie.   […] The post Top DJ, Naxy-P, at Blue Elephant this Saturday for Jersey Party: “Wear your soccer jersey, lets party.” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a bid to quell rising anxiety among motorists regarding fuel availability, the National Oil Company of Malawi (NOCMA) has issued a strong assurance that the country possesses sufficient fuel stocks to meet demand. This statement comes after reports of fuel shortages in several regions, particularly the Southern Region, sparked concerns about potential scarcity. The […] The post NOCMA reassures motorists amid fuel supply concerns appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Minister of Agriculture Sam Dalitso Kawale on Thursday handed over state-of-the-art tractors and a Scania truck worth K1 billion, funded by the Agricultural Commercialization Project (AGCOM). The equipment will significantly boost productivity for local cooperatives. During the handover ceremony, Minister Kawale emphasized that these modern tractors will enable farmers to prepare their land efficiently, reducing […] The post Agricultural Transformation: Minister Hands Over Modern Tractors and Truck to Salima Cooperatives appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a recent turn of events, Alfred Gangata, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) vice president for the Central Region, has firmly denied authorship of a letter that purportedly threatened human rights activist and lawyer Alexious Kamangila. The controversy has reignited discussions about the dynamics of political discourse in Malawi, particularly concerning freedom of expression and […] The post DPP Vice President Gangata disowns alleged intimidation letter: “I am a law-abiding citizen.” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Eleven (11) women claiming to be victims of Magistrate Diana Kamwangala Mangwana have penned the Chief Justice, Rezine Mzikamanda, asking him to take a disciplinary action on the magistrate whom they are accusing of engaging in corrupt practices. Mangwana serves at the Child Justice Court in Lilongwe where the disgruntled women allege she is soliciting […] The post Women accuse fellow woman Magistrate Diana Mangwana of being corrupt, reports her to Chief Justice appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Founder of First Capital Bank (FCB), Hitesh Anadkat, together with shareholder based in Kenya, Rasik Kantaria, have personally met the shortfall of K74 million of the budget of K210 million which Beit Cure International hospital targeted in its fundraising dinner towards life-changing children’s orthopedic surgeries. On top of this, FCB also contributed K50 million towards […] The post Anadkat family, FCB shareholder Kantaria supports Beit Cure with K74m  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Finance Minister Simplex Chithyola is receiving accolades for his pivotal role in the resumption of budget support from the European Union (EU) after a 12-year hiatus. The EU’s renewed commitment, announced this week, includes a €55 million programme aimed at enhancing secondary education services in Malawi. The EU suspended its budget support in 2012 due […] The post Finance Minister Simplex Chithyola praised for restoring EU budget support to Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Vice President of the opposition Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Alfred Gangata has, once again, made a shocking threat to human rights lawyer Alex Kamangila vowing: “Your future is at stake.” In a statement released today, Gangata has expressed utmost concern and disappointment regarding Facebook post concerning the Gams Filling Station issue which he alleges that […] The post DPP Vice President, Alfred Gangata, threatens lawyer Alex Kamangira: “Your future is at stake.” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a remarkable turnaround for Malawi’s economic landscape, President Lazarus Chakwera has successfully orchestrated the resumption of budget support from the European Union (EU) after a decade-long hiatus. This pivotal moment, announced on Wednesday, involves a substantial allocation of €55 million (approximately K107.9 billion), with €50 million earmarked for direct budget support over a 30-month […] The post Chakwera scores another milestone: EU resumes budget support to Malawi after 10 years appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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.

The Malawi Bureau of Standards is set to celebrate the 55th World Standards Day on October 17, instead of the globally agreed-upon date of October 14. The event will take place at Crossroads Hotel in Lilongwe, aiming to foster collaboration among stakeholders to promote standards at large. Speaking at a media briefing at the MBS […] The post MBS to Celebrate 55th World Standards Day on October 17 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.