The Civil Society Organisations (CSO) Network is calling on the government to take corrective action in light of the negligence and poor decision-making highlighted in the plane crash report presented by the Commission of Inquiry. On Monday, January 13, the CSO Network’s Southern & Eastern Region Chapter expressed support for the findings of two independent […] The post Government Urged to Hold Accountable Those Responsible for Negligence in Plane Crash Report appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Peter Mavuto’s life is a testament to the transformative power of education and generosity. Currently finishing his degree in Journalism at the Malawi Institute of Journalism (MIJ), Mavuto’s journey from a struggling family to a promising future has been dramatically altered by the Shepherd Bushiri Scholarship, a program designed to support deserving students in Malawi. […] The post How Bushiri’s Scholarship Changed the Life of Mavuto, Now Finishing His Studies at MIJ appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Kapichira Hydro Power Station in Chikwawa, commissioned in 2000, has begun extensive maintenance on two of its power generation units after they developed significant damage from years of continuous operation. The wear and tear prompted the Electricity Generation Company (EGENCO) to shut down the units on New Year’s Day for repairs, removing 64.8 megawatts from […] The post Two Power Generation Units of Kapichira Hydro Station Undergo Extensive Maintenance After 20 Years of Operation appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs, Simplex Chithyola Banda, has inaugurated the first session of the 2025/2026 pre-budget consultation meetings at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe. He described the upcoming fiscal plan as a “people-friendly budget” focused on sustainable economic growth and reduced borrowing. The minister highlighted the government’s commitment to utilizing […] The post Chithyola opens pre-budget consultation meeting, says this year’s budget is “people’s friendly” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Mystery shrouds the circumstances surrounding an injury sustained by Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) deputy director of women, Brenda Saidi Banda, with Kamuzu Central Hospital (KCH) refuting allegations that her wound resulted from a gunshot. On Saturday, Saidi Banda reportedly sustained an injury while visiting DPP vice-president for the Central Region, Alfred Gangata, at Lilongwe Police […] The post Was DPP lady shot by police? Hospital reports reject DPP claims, says wound not as a result of bullet appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

To many, Raphael (Ralph) Kasambara was more than a lawyer or politician; he was a kind-hearted figure who touched lives across Malawi. His untimely death shocked the nation and left unanswered questions that demand clarity. While mourners grappled with his passing, tragedy compounded when Vice-President Saulos Klaus Chilima and his entourage perished in a plane […] The post What or Who Killed Ralph Kasambara? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

On March 23, 2024, 23-year-old Lekeleni Kangola walked to Nsambe Health Centre in Neno District to give birth to her fourth child. Five days later, she was dead, leaving behind a newborn baby and a grieving family who allege that negligence by health workers at the facility caused her death. According to her mother and […] The post Shocker! Hospital staff Negligence Claims Life of Pregnant Mother in Neno District appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In Uganda’s Munyonyo Commonwealth Resort, African leaders, policymakers, and experts gathered for a landmark summit focused on transforming the continent’s agrifood systems. Led by Malawi’s Minister of Agriculture, Sam Kawale, the summit aligned with the 2025 deadline of the Malabo Declaration, underscoring the urgency of unlocking Africa’s agricultural potential to feed 2.5 billion people by […] The post Africa’s Vision for Agricultural Transformation Unveiled at Uganda Summit appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP), an arm of the Episcopal Conference of Malawi (ECM), has urged Malawians to take advantage of the supplementary voter registration exercise to register for the 2025 General Elections. Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) and the National Registration Bureau (NRB) were scheduled to conduct the exercise from January 10, 2025, […] The post CCJP urges unregistered Malawians to take advantage of supplementary voter registration exercise appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) has penned the Executive Secretary for the Government Health Service Commission demanding information on the recruitment process for nurse and midwife technician (Grade K). The coalition suspects that there were some irregularities in the way the process was conducted as evidenced by a legion of complaints lodged by the sidelined […] The post HRDC quizzes Government Health Service Commission on recruitment of nurses, midwife technicians appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Customers of the National Bank of Malawi (NBM) and Airtel Malawi Limited, probably a leading mobile phone service provider in Malawi, have expressed disappointment with the contradiction in statements on the status of mobile money services between the two institutions. On Friday morning, NBM announced that it had suspended transfers to and from Airtel Money […] The post NBM, Airtel Malawi confuse customers with contradicting statements on money transfers appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Authorities at Malawi police headquarters in Area 30, Lilongwe say they have instituted an investigation on reports that an opposition Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) official was hit and injured by a live bullet in Lilongwe on Saturday as supporters of the party vice president Alfred Gangata protested his arrest. Gangata was arrested by Malawi Revenue […] The post Police shoots, injures DPP official as party supporters protest Gangata attesry appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The long-awaited fuel under the Government-to-Government (G-to-G) arrangement has started arriving in Malawi, offering relief to the nation following weeks of fuel shortages. The first batch of 100 tankers, part of a total of 1,409 expected from Tanga Port in Tanzania, was received today at the Songwe Border in Karonga by the Minister of Energy, […] The post End of Fuel Agony: 100 Tankers of Fuel Arrive Under G-to-G Arrangement appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

This is familiar scenario for many of us. When you visit Limbe or Malangalanga markets or indeed any market bustling market in Malawi, looking for a simple item like car spare parts, there is always a young man offers to guide you to the “best” shop. He’s friendly, persuasive, and seemingly helpful. But behind the […] The post The Middle-Men Politics: How Fuel Brokers Have Plunged Malawi Into Crisis appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The African Bible College (ABC) in Lilongwe has entered into a joint venture with Lingadzi Police Station in a quest to enhance security in Area 47, Sector One through construction of a listening police unit at ABC junction. The initiative which was launched on Friday will help to tackle rising cases of theft and robbery […] The post African Bible College partners Lingadzi Police for security appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Medhealth and Football Legends Association (FLA) on Friday launched a medical cover for the football legends at Sunbird Capital Hotel in Lilongwe. Following this partnership, the legends will be accessing medical aid from any hospital in the country at 100% coverage by Medihealth. Speaking after the launch, Head of Sales at Medhealth, Maya Kafwamba, said […] The post Medhealth covers football legends appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi is grappling with the challenges of hosting around 4,000 Mozambican asylum seekers who have fled political unrest in Mozambique. This situation was highlighted during a visit to Nyamithuthu Refugee Camp in Nsanje by a high-level delegation, which included representatives from the British High Commission to Malawi, the UNHCR, USAID, and Malawi’s Department of Disaster […] The post Malawi Faces Pressure as 4,000 Mozambican Asylum Seekers Relocated Amid Political Unrest appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Department of Climate Change & Meteorological Services (DCCMS) has reported that the tropical storm named Dikeledi, which developed in the Indian Ocean, has intensified into a severe tropical storm. While DCCMS is closely monitoring Dikeledi’s movement, the department states that at its current position, the storm does not pose a direct threat to Malawi’s […] The post Dikeledi Intensifies Into Severe Tropical Storm in the Indian Ocean appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Police at Mpingu in Lilongwe have arrested Mccrystal Charlie, 56, a church pastor based at Kadziyo Trading Centre in M’bwatalika for allegedly having sexual intercourse, and impregnating a 16-year-old girl. According to Lilongwe Police Public Relations Officer, Hastings Chigalu, Charlie, who pastors Kadziyo Disciple Church, is said to have met and proposed a love affair […] The post Church pastor arrested for impregnating a minor appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Seattle, WA — Malawian Gospel sensation and advocate Wendy Harawa was celebrated in grand style at the 2024-25 African Achievement Awards, receiving the prestigious International Female Philanthropist Award. The glittering ceremony, held at the Seattle Airport Marriott, recognized trailblazers across the continent who have driven positive change through creativity, advocacy, and philanthropy. Wendy’s remarkable career […] The post Wendy Harawa Honored with International Female Philanthropist Award at 2024-25 African Achievement Awards appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In Malawi, cultural practices significantly shape the social and economic dynamics of communities. Among these is the Chikamwini system, a matrilocal arrangement where a man marries and resides at his wife’s family home. Predominantly observed in the southern, eastern, and central regions, this practice contrasts sharply with the patrilocal traditions of the northern region, where […] The post Kodi Chikamwini ndi chabwino? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The revelation that Malawi’s Kasiya rutile and graphite project could generate annual revenues of $645 million, with a projected lifespan of 25 to 75 years, is both thrilling and daunting. Sovereign Metals’ venture, poised to become the country’s largest foreign exchange earner, offers a rare opportunity to transform the nation’s economic trajectory. However, this potential […] The post EDITORIAL: Kasiya mining opportunity, does Govt have capacity to create wealth from it? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

There was drama during the compensation hearing of former Press Corporation Limited (PCL) executives when PCL Chief Finance Officer Moureen Mbeye publicly criticized her boss, Chief Executive Officer Ronald Mangani, for his comments on the case. The hearing, presided over by Industrial Relations Court (IRC) Deputy Chairperson Tamanda Nyimba, involves three former PCL executives: George […] The post Drama at PCL Bosses’ Case Hearing: Mbeye Criticizes CEO Mangani in Court appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has donated K11 million to the 2025 Malawi Defence Force (MDF) Cross Country Competition taking place at the Mzuzu Golf Course. The competition has approximately 230 athletes from various MDF units nationwide competing for top honours. Speaking when presenting the cheque on Thursday NBM plc Mzuzu Service Centre […] The post NBM plc pumps K11 Million into MDF Cross Country Competition appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As Malawi heads into a decisive election, the choice between President Lazarus Chakwera and former President Peter Mutharika should not be taken lightly. This election is not just about names on a ballot; it’s about the future of our nation—our economy, our governance, and the welfare of all Malawians. Let us carefully examine the facts […] The post Opinion: Chakwera or Mutharika? The Future Is Safer with Chakwera! appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In an unprecedented move, the Malawi Defence Force (MDF) and the Malawi Police Service (MPS) have issued a joint statement condemning political violence, sparking intense debate across social media platforms. The statement, released on Thursday, strongly criticized unnamed political parties, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), and individuals for inciting violence and spreading divisive rhetoric. While the […] The post Anxious Malawians Worried with Unprecedented Joint Statement by MDF and Police appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The long, winding queues at our filling stations are a harsh reminder of the daily frustrations faced by Malawians. Yesterday, January 9, was supposed to be a day of relief—a beacon of hope for a nation suffocating under the weight of an unending fuel crisis. Yet, here we are, still waiting, still struggling, still dry. […] The post Editorial: Its January 10, Where Is the Fuel, Minister Matola? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a significant development, key opposition parties in Malawi have united to demand comprehensive electoral reforms from the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) and the National Registration Bureau (NRB) ahead of the 2025 General Elections. In a joint statement signed by leaders of the Alliance for Democracy (AFORD), Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), United Transformation Movement (UTM), […] The post Opposition Parties Demand Electoral Reforms Ahead of 2025 General Elections appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As the country draw closer to 2025 General Elections, the Malawi Peace and Unity Commission (MPUC) has launched a five year strategic plan and a Communication Strategy to guide its plans for 2024 to 2029. Speaking during the launch of the two documents on Thursday in Lilongwe, Deputy Minister of Local Government, Joyce Chitsulo said […] The post Malawi Peace and Unity Commission launches five-year strategy to guide activities from 2024 to 2029 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Lotus Africa Limited (LAL), the company spearheading uranium mining operations at Kayelekera Mine in Karonga, has signed a groundbreaking Community Development Agreement (CDA) with local communities within a 20-kilometer radius of the mine. The agreement aims to spur development and ensure the surrounding communities benefit directly from the mining activities. The signing ceremony, held at […] The post Lotus Africa Limited Signs Landmark Community Development Agreement to Empower Kayelekera Communities appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Standard Bank Plc has expressed its readiness to collaborate with the newly appointed leadership team at the Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM), headed by Governor Dr. McDonald Mafuta Mwale and Deputy Governor Dr. Kisu Simwaka. The bank emphasized the need for RBM to uphold its independence and implement free-market principles to address Malawi’s pressing economic […] The post Standard Bank Welcomes New RBM Leadership, Calls for Independent and Bold Economic Strategies appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Department of Climate Change and Meteorological Services has issued a public alert regarding a newly developed tropical storm named Dikeledi, located in the Indian Ocean to the northeast of Madagascar. According to the department, weather models predict that Dikeledi will make landfall over northern Madagascar on Sunday, January 12, 2025, before entering the Mozambique […] The post Another Tropical Storm Dikeledi Develops in the Indian Ocean, Public Alert Issued appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s Kasiya Rutile-Graphite Project is on track to become a global leader in critical minerals, with projections of $645 million (K1.2 trillion) in annual revenues over 25 years and a net present value (NPV) of $2.5 billion. Sovereign Metals Chief Commercial Officer Sapan Ghai unveiled these staggering figures during the recent Proactive One2One Investor Forum, […] The post Malawi’s Kasiya Rutile Mining Project to generate K1.2 trillion annually appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Transporters Association of Malawi has assured the nation that the ongoing fuel shortages are expected to ease by late next week as significant volumes of fuel are currently in transit to Malawi. Speaking in an interview, the association’s spokesperson, Frank Banda, explained that delays in clearing 60 fuel trucks carrying 2.4 million litres of diesel […] The post Transporters Assure Malawians: Fuel Scarcity to Ease Next Week appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Defence and Security Committee of Parliament has called on the government to expedite the registration of Mozambicans crossing into Malawi due to escalating political unrest in Mozambique. The influx, largely concentrated in border districts such as Nsanje, Dedza, Mangochi, Chikwawa, and Machinga, has seen over 13,000 Mozambicans enter the country as of last week. […] The post More and more Mozambicans entering Malawi, Parliament wants Govt to fast-track their registration appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.