Revenue collections from Malawi’s mining sector have shown steady growth under President Lazarus Chakwera’s administration, with projections indicating a rise from MK453.7 million in the 2024/25 fiscal year to MK1.5 billion by 2026/27. This upward trend, driven by the revival of key mining projects and increased gemstone exports, has been hailed by the government as […] The post Malawi’s Mining Sector Under President Chakwera: Revenue Growth Masks Deep-Seated Challenges appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Football Association of Malawi (FAM) has conducted a two-day workshop for coach educators at Our Lady of Africa in Lilongwe. The workshop, which commenced on Sunday, aligns with FAM’s football transformation agenda, specifically focusing on pillar number three—equipping coaches with modern football coaching skills. FAM Vice President, Christopher Madalitso Kuyera, emphasized the importance of […] The post FAM Drills Coach Educators for Football Development appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Scottish Catholic International Aid Fund (SCIAF) and the Catholic Development Commission in Malawi (CADECOM – Caritas Malawi) have secured an additional £146,000 (approximately MK327 million) to support hunger-stricken families in Balaka, Chikwawa, and Nsanje through the Food Crisis Project. This funding will provide cash transfers of K100,000 per household to 2,723 families—907 in Balaka, […] The post SCIAF, CADECOM-Caritas Malawi Secure £146,000 to Feed Hungry Families in Balaka, Chikwawa, and Nsanje appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s female chess legend, Susan Namangale, has made a bold and exciting move—she is stepping into the political arena! The celebrated chess maestro has announced her bid to contest in the September 2025 Parliamentary Elections for Nkhotakota Central Constituency. Namangale, known for her strategic brilliance in chess, is ready to apply the same tactical mindset […] The post Checkmate in Politics! Malawi’s Chess Queen Susan Namangale Eyes Parliament appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Marist Brothers in Malawi have once again demonstrated their commitment to supporting the Government of Malawi in promoting inclusive education by constructing a state-of-the-art boys’ hostel at Malingunde School for the Blind in Lilongwe. The religious congregation invested £80,000 (approximately MK175 million) in the project, officially handing over the facility to the school last […] The post Marist Brothers Reaffirm Commitment to Inclusive Education appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The debate over whether the alliance agreement between UTM and MCP required President Lazarus Chakwera to serve only one term and hand over the candidacy to Vice President Saulos Chilima in the next election remains heated. However, a careful examination of the agreement suggests that this claim is based on a misunderstanding or selective reading […] The post UTM-MCP Alliance: The Myth of a One-Term Chakwera and the Illusion of a Guaranteed Chilima Candidacy appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The winds of change are sweeping through Malawi’s Ministry of Labour, and at the helm of this transformation is the energetic and results-driven Minister Peter Dimba, who has already secured 5,000 job opportunities abroad for Malawian youth. This announcement marks a new era of opportunity for thousands of job-seeking young people eager for a brighter […] The post A New Dawn for Malawi’s Youth: Minister Dimba Secures 5,000 Jobs Abroad appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A fresh political storm is brewing in Malawi after United Democratic Front (UDF) leader Atupele Muluzi claimed that the ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP) government threatened him with arrest following his interview on Zodiac Radio. In a fiery Facebook post on Sunday evening, Muluzi declared that he “will not be intimidated,” alleging that he had […] The post Atupele Muluzi Says MCP Govt Threatened Him with Arrest—Government Responds appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi is facing a growing crisis as breast cancer cases continue to rise with no cure or vaccine available. A leading breast cancer specialist has issued a serious warning, urging authorities and communities to take urgent action. Speaking at the close of a two-day awareness workshop in Chikwawa, renowned UK-based cancer specialist Dr. Biku Ghosh […] The post Breast Cancer Has No Vaccine – Women Urged to Take Action Before It’s Too Late appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a hard-hitting pastoral letter titled “Who Will Roll Away the Stone for Us?”, Malawi’s Catholic bishops have delivered a scathing assessment of the country’s leadership crisis, calling for a fearless and decisive president ahead of the September 16 elections. The bishops did not endorse any candidate, but their message—read in all Catholic churches across […] The post Catholic Bishops Drop a Bombshell: Malawi Needs a Bold Leader, Not a Coward! appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Stop the presses! The Flames have done the unthinkable—twice! Malawi’s beloved national football team, known for giving fans more heartbreaks than Valentine’s Day, has somehow managed to beat Comoros again, sealing a spot in the second round of the TotalEnergies 2024 African Nations Championship Qualifiers. Yes, you read that right. The same Flames that specialize […] The post Wait… The Flames Won Again? Someone Check the Calendar! appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Imagine being handed a golden ticket—a chance to change your life, to break free from the confines of your past and enter a future filled with opportunity. Now, imagine having that ticket in your hand and being told, “Sorry, you can’t go. You’re stuck here.” This is the harsh reality for five incredible inmates who […] The post Trapped Dreams: Inmates’ Bright Futures Left in Prison Cells as University Spots Slip Away appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

For 66 long years, the families of the martyrs, those who were gunned down in cold blood by British forces in the name of colonial order, have lived in the shadows of a history that never acknowledged their pain. Presidents came and went, speeches were made, promises were spoken, but nothing was done—until now. Under […] The post A 66-Year Wait for Justice: Thank You, Mr. President, for Consoling the Martyrs’ Families appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi Police has withdrawn sponsorship on all sports disciplines apart from football and netball with immediate effect, citing funding woes. An internal communication from Deputy Commissioner of Police Human Resources and Development Violet Magwaya to all sports disciplines stated that apart from football and netball, other sports disciplines would continue on social basis. Reads the […] The post Malawi Police Hits Sports Big Blow appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI) has fired a scathing letter at Minister of Trade and Industry Vitumbiko Mumba, demanding immediate action to bust what it describes as a deep-rooted sugar cartel led by Illovo Sugar Malawi — a company it accuses of holding the entire nation hostage through price manipulation and […] The post CCEDI Turn Heat on Trade Minister Mumba to Bust Illovo Sugar Cartel appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

For decades, African nations have pinned their food security hopes on maize, a staple that has defined diets across the continent. But as climate change tightens its grip, exposing maize’s vulnerability to drought and erratic rainfall, experts are championing a new savior: sorghum. This ancient, nutrient-rich grain, long overshadowed by its more popular counterpart, is […] The post Sorghum could address food security challenge in Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

I’m a renegade. And I know it. I don’t follow the crowd, I don’t do groupthink, and I certainly don’t sit in meetings nodding along just to keep the peace. No, I prefer to stir the pot, to challenge, to poke holes in perfectly good ideas just to see if they leak. And trust me, […] The post Rebels, Renegades, and the Lost Art of Thinking Differently appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s economy is set to receive a significant boost, with Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows projected to hit $1.1 billion by the end of the current fiscal year. This represents a major increase from the $841.3 million recorded in 2023 and signals growing investor confidence in the country’s business environment. The Malawi Investment and Trade […] The post Foreign Direct Investment Surge: A Turning Point for Malawi’s Economy? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Having taken cognizance that most trees planted during forestry seasons do not survive due to not being monitored and cared for, Electricity Generation Company (EGENCO) mandated its environmental department to strengthen the survival rate by watering the seedlings until they reach a survival stage. This was disclosed by EGENCO Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Eng. Dr. […] The post EGENCO’s environmental department strengthening survival rate of trees planted during forestry seasons   appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

What Joyce Banda is doing now is nothing short of an act of desperation—a bid to cleanse herself from the curse that lingers. Yes, she failed to speak when it mattered most, but even now, coming out could be her only chance to rid herself of the misfortunes that haunt her. Saulos Klaus Chilima (SKC) […] The post Opinion: Joyce Banda’s Attempt to Cleanse Herself—Too Late, Too Little? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Minister of Labour Peter Dimba has announced that the government will introduce a special minimum wage for Asian shop workers, raising serious constitutional and ethical concerns. Speaking at a meeting with shop and domestic workers in the Asian community in Lilongwe, Dimba criticized shop owners for sticking to the minimum wage despite making significant profits. […] The post Targeted Wage Policy or Racial Scapegoating? Government’s Move Sparks Outrage appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Yesterday, Trade and Industry Minister Vitumbiko Mumba made headlines by shutting down Chipiku, a chain of stores owned by Asian nationals, for allegedly hoarding a few bales of sugar. This move was presented as a firm stance against the ongoing scarcity and rising prices of sugar in Malawi. However, it appears to be a classic […] The post Editorial: Stop Using Asians as Scapegoats – It’s Time for Accountability appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Old Mutual Malawi through its Financial Education Program has drilled members of the Southern Region Masters of Ceremonies Association (SORMACA) on the need of acquiring knowledge on financial literacy which is very crucial to their future as well the people who patronize various engagements. Speaking at a meeting where Old Mutual Malawi engaged the SORMACA […] The post Old Mutual Malawi drills Southern Region Master of Ceremonies in financial literacy skills  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi continues to struggle with widespread public sector corruption, as revealed by the 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) from Transparency International. With a score of 34 out of 100, the country ranks 107th out of 180 nations, showing no improvement from the previous year. This stagnant score reflects ongoing governance failures and a lack of […] The post TI Report exposes Malawi’s failure to tackle Corruption appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Law Society (MLS) has hailed its newly introduced Member Management System as a game changer, revolutionizing member registration, streamlining fee processing, and eliminating long-standing bureaucratic bottlenecks. Speaking at a media briefing in Lilongwe yesterday, MLS President Patrick Mpaka described the digital system as a landmark achievement that has significantly enhanced the management of […] The post MLS Hails Revolutionary Member Management System appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s journey toward digitalizing its education system is making significant strides, thanks to the transformative efforts of Computers for Enhanced Education (CEE) through its DigiLearn Project. The initiative has so far distributed over 6,000 computers to 300 schools across the country, empowering students and teachers with crucial digital skills. Speaking in Lilongwe during an inspection […] The post CEE Leads Malawi’s Digital Education Revolution with DigiLearn Project, 300 Schools Reached with Computers appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Natural disasters have claimed the lives of 39 people during this rainy season so far. Department of Disaster Management Affairs (Dodma) said this in a statement signed by Commissioner for Disaster Charles Kalemba on the status of its response operations. However, most of the deaths have been caused by lightning as 13 of the 39 […] The post Natural Disasters Claim 39 Lives appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawian poets Q Malewezi and Christina Kamwendo have been chosen to participate in the African Stories for Social Change (ASSC) programme scheduled for 14 to 16 April this year. Malewezi, who is Presidential Advisor on Arts and Creative in Malawi, has made it as a mentor while Kamwendo will join 19 others in Africa to […] The post Poets Q Malewezi, Kamwendo in Africa Stories Programme appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Standard Bank has boosted this year’s 5th edition of Wealth Woman Summit with MK10 million, believing that growth starts with opportunities. The bank has announced this in a statement highlighting that the summit is a platform created for women to network, learn and thrive. During the symbolic handover ceremony for the sponsorship, Standard Bank Head […] The post Standard Bank Boost Wealth Women Summit with MK10m appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As Malawi braces for a high-stakes showdown in the 2025 General Elections, the fight to protect press freedom is intensifying. With political tensions rising, concerns are mounting over journalist safety and the free flow of information—crucial pillars of a transparent electoral process. At a Multi-Stakeholder Consultation Meeting on March 6, 2025, Commissioner Dr. Limbikani Kamlongera […] The post Malawi moves to protect Journalists ahead of 2025 Polls appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

World Vision Malawi has made remarkable progress in promoting universal access to Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH), reaching over 1 million people with safe water and sanitation services in the past five years. Speaking during the opening of a WASH Business Plan Workshop in Lilongwe, World Vision Malawi’s Director of Operations, Charles Chimombo, said the […] The post World Vision Malawi empowers communities through WASH projects appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Ministry of Justice has alluded to lack of knowledge amongst people in the country as one of the challenges in the access to justice. The line Minister Titus Mvalo said this during the launch of EU funded Chilungamo Justice and Accountability Phase 2 Programme in Lilongwe saying that most people fear courts and judicial officers […] The post Ministry of Justice worry over knowledge gap in access to justice appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) has successfully concluded a five-day benchmarking visit to the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), focusing on the implementation of Digital Tax Stamps (DTS), locally known as Kalondola. Led by Commissioner General Daniel Daka, the eight-member MRA delegation learned about the system’s key components, implementation strategies, monitoring mechanisms, and enforcement procedures. The […] The post MRA concludes Digital Tax Stamps benchmarking visit to Uganda appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Football referees who failed fitness tests on March 1 and 2 in Karonga and Mzuzu, respectively, will not be allowed to take charge of matches in the 2025 football season in the northern region. This is a conspicuous departure from what has been happening in the past when such referees were still given chance to […] The post Failed refs to be distanced from whistles and flags appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The U.S. government’s recent decision to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO) has sparked intense global debate, with many countries engaging to assess its far-reaching implications. While the immediate focus has been on global health governance and funding, the domino effect of this move could be particularly pronounced in the Global South. The U.S. […] The post The U.S. Withdrawal from WHO: A Turning Point for FCTC Reform in the Global South? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.