Deputy Minister of Agriculture Benedicto Chambo has praised Agricultural Extension Workers for their critical role in transforming Malawi’s agriculture sector but has also called out the lack of proper support for these frontline staff. Speaking at a meeting organized by the Ministry of Agriculture in collaboration with key stakeholders like the Agricultural Commercialization Project (AGCOM) […] The post NEEF Pledges Support as Deputy Minister of Agriculture Hails Extension Workers appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Mchinji-Mwami One Stop Border Post (OSBP) is proving to be a game-changer for trade and economic growth in Malawi and the region, significantly reducing clearance time and boosting revenue collection. Speaking during a high-level tour of the facility, Secretary for Transport and Public Works, Engineer David Mzandu, highlighted that the OSBP has cut clearance […] The post Mchinji-Mwami OSBP Boosts Trade Efficiency, Cuts Clearance Time by 75% appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s economic woes are deepening, with the country’s public debt ballooning to a staggering MWK16 trillion (about US$9 billion). Rev. Baxton Maulidi, the All Africa Conference of Churches (AACC) Economic Justice & Accountability Champion, has strongly condemned the government’s economic mismanagement, citing excessive expenditure and a lack of fiscal discipline. “As it stands, every Malawian—young […] The post Rev. Baxton Maulidi Sounds Alarm Over Malawi’s Soaring MWK16 Trillion Debt: Calls for Urgent Action! appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Cyclone Jude, though no longer a direct threat to Malawi’s weather, has left devastation in its wake, displacing 3,029 people and affecting 11,370 individuals. According to fresh preliminary reports from the Department of Disaster Management Affairs (DoDMA), released on March 13, the cyclone impacted nine district councils: Nsanje, Neno, Blantyre, Mwanza, Phalombe, Zomba City, Mangochi, […] The post Cyclone Jude Displaces Over 3,000, Affects 2,527 Households Across Nine Districts appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As calls for Prophet Shepherd Bushiri’s extradition grow louder, a chilling reality looms: South Africa is no safe place for a successful black man. The court ruling may stand, but common sense and history demand that we question whether sending Bushiri back is, in fact, sentencing him to his death. South Africa is a country […] The post Opinion: South Africa Hates a Black Person Prospering-Bushiri Must Not Go appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

At a time when sugar is scarce, Illovo Sugar Malawi has made the audacious decision to raise prices, leaving consumers baffled and enraged. This move defies basic economic logic and exposes the company’s prioritization of profits over the welfare of Malawians. If sugar is already in short supply, where is the justification for a price […] The post Illovo’s Price Hike: A Blatant Insult to Malawian Consumers appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Police in Mzuzu have arrested Sergeant Bob Kamzimbi, an officer from the Zolozolo Police Unit, following a recommendation by the Independent Complaints Commission (ICC). The arrest stems from allegations of neglect of duty in connection with a defilement case involving a 16-year-old girl. The incident dates back to September 3, 2022, when the minor was […] The post Police Officer Arrested for Neglect of Duty in Mzuzu appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Two businesspersons, Harriet Banda and Jeremiah Mona, have learned the hard way that fake doesn’t pay after the Second Grade Magistrate Court in Lilongwe slapped them with a K1.8 million fine each for selling counterfeit Malawi National Football Team replica jerseys. The duo was found guilty of violating Section 52 (1)(b) of the Trademarks Act […] The post Fake Flames Jerseys Burn Pockets: Two Fined K1.8M Each appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera wrapped up his Northern Region assignments this morning with a site visit to the Mzuzu Youth Centre construction works at Katoto in Mzuzu City. The inspection provided an opportunity to review progress and directly assess some of the challenges facing the project. Once completed, the facility is set to […] The post Chakwera Concludes Northern Tour with Inspection of Mzuzu Youth Centre appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) has introduced strict new regulations to protect vulnerable populations, including a ban on anyone under the age of 18 participating in gambling activities. The announcement was made by MAGLA Director General, Racheal Mijiga at a key regulations sensitization workshop in Mangochi, which was attended by operators, industry experts, […] The post MAGLA imposes strict regulations on underage gambling appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Civil Society Education Coalition (CSEC) has expressed deep concern over Malawi’s persistent failure to allocate at least 20% of the national budget to education, as per the Dakar Framework for Action. This chronic underfunding, CSEC warns, is crippling all education sub-sectors and hindering the country’s ability to provide quality education. Speaking at an engagement […] The post Malawi’s Education Budget Fails to Meet 20% Dakar Target, CSEC Raises Alarm appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A wave of national outrage is sweeping across Malawi as civil society groups prepare for massive demonstrations against the court’s explosive decision to extradite Prophet Shepherd Bushiri and his wife Mary to South Africa. Leading the charge, the Black Economic Empowerment Movement (MaBLEM) has slammed the ruling as a betrayal of Malawian sovereignty, accusing the […] The post Malawi Rises: Mass Protests Planned to Stop Bushiri’s ‘Betrayal’ Extradition! appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Brave Hearts men’s and women’s basketball teams made Malawi proud at a three-nation tournament in Lusaka, Zambia, clinching gold and silver medals, respectively. The Under-20 team also secured silver after falling to Ilanda in the final. The tournament, hosted by Bridging Sports Foundation—an organization based in the U.S.—featured teams from Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Malawi. Brave […] The post Brave Hearts Shine at Zambia Basketball Tournament appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Ladies and gentlemen, gather around for the biggest political magic show of the year! Presenting none other than the legendary political nomad himself—Ken “Mr. Everywhere” Msonda—who has just pulled off his greatest trick yet: disappearing from the ballot with only eight votes to his name! Yes, you heard it right! While Alfred Nyasulu walked away […] The post Ken Msonda’s Political Circus: A Grand Flop in Rumphi East appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Ministry of Transport has directed the Roads Authority (RA) to install GPS-compatible trackers on streetlights along the newly constructed dual carriageway from Kamuzu Central Hospital turnoff to Crossroads Hotel roundabout in Lilongwe. The move aims to combat rising vandalism of road infrastructure. Deputy Minister Baba Steven Malondera issued the directive today after inspecting the […] The post Government Orders GPS Trackers on Street Lights to Curb Vandalism appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  Secretary for Transport and Public Works, David Mzandu, has stressed the need for Malawi to increase export volumes over imports to fully benefit from the development of the Nacala Corridor. Speaking on the sidelines of the 9th Tripartite Meeting of the Nacala Development Corridor Management Committee in Lilongwe, Mzandu highlighted the significance of the […] The post Ministry of Transport Emphasizes Increased Exports appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s state-owned enterprises (SOEs) have delivered mixed financial performances in the 2023/24 financial year, with some institutions making record profits while others suffered major losses. Airport Development Limited (ADL), Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA), and Technical, Entrepreneurial, and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TEVETA) emerged as the most profitable SOEs, each recording billions in earnings. In […] The post ADL, MACRA, TEVETA Shine While BWB, CMST, and MBC Struggle in State Enterprise Profitability Rankings appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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.

Malawi’s economy faced a difficult year in 2024, with high inflation, forex shortages, and poor agricultural output taking a heavy toll on businesses and households. According to the Annual Economic Report 2025, the economy grew by only 1.8%, a slowdown largely caused by the El Niño weather phenomenon, which devastated agricultural production. The hardest-hit sector […] The post Analysis: Malawi’s Economy Struggled in 2024, but Recovery Expected in 2025/2026 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.