For generations, Malawian farmers have shouldered the heavy burden of expensive fertilizers, unpredictable harvests, and the slow degradation of their soil. But a quiet agricultural revolution is now sweeping across the nation, one that promises higher yields, lower costs, and a healthier environment. At the heart of this transformation is Eagle Nano Urea, a remarkable innovation […] The post The End of Expensive Fertilizers? Paramount Holdings’ Nano Urea Cuts Costs, Boosts Yields appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In demonstrating its commitment to supporting public service delivery, NBS Bank plc has donated four HP desktop computers worth K12 million to the Mchinji District Council. Speaking at the District Commissioner’s office during the event, Cluster Head for Centre and North at NBS Bank, Justin Chikaonda, reaffirmed the Bank’s dedication to enabling progress in the […] The post NBS Bank donates computers to Mchinji District Council appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has released the preliminary voters’ register to all 23 registered political parties, kicking off a nationwide voter verification exercise from 13 to 31 May 2025. Speaking at a launch event in Lilongwe, MEC Chairperson Justice Annabel Mtalimanja called the register a vital tool for democratic accountability: “This is not […] The post MEC Urges Malawians to Verify Voter Details Ahead of 2025 Elections appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Vice President Michael Usi has confirmed that Odya Zake Alibe Mulandu is officially transitioning from a civic movement to a political party, with its manifesto already approved and party registration documents submitted. Speaking in Chikwawa today, Usi said the group is prepared to disrupt Malawi’s political status quo with a bold vision rooted in dignity, […] The post Usi reveals Odya Zake Alibe Mulandu’s manifesto has been approved: “Registration documents submitted.” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Lazarus Chakwera has pledged his administration’s full support for nurses and midwives, calling them “the backbone of national development” as Malawi joined the world in commemorating International Nurses Day 2025 at Nkhwazi Admarc Ground. In his keynote address, Chakwera emphasized the critical role nurses play in saving lives and responding to emergencies, especially in […] The post Chakwera Rallies Behind Nurses, Promises Jobs and Better Facilities appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s Minister of Agriculture, Sam Kawale, has hailed the 7th Africa-Wide Agricultural Extension Week (AAEW) as a transformative milestone that will bolster economic growth by fostering collaboration across the agricultural value chain. Speaking at the official opening of the week-long event held at Crossroads Hotel in Lilongwe on Monday, Kawale described the gathering as a […] The post Malawi Hosts Landmark Africa-Wide Agricultural Extension Week to Boost Economic Transformation appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A political blame game has erupted between the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) and the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) following the violent attack on a DPP minibus in Mponela, amid growing public frustration over the continued silence of the Malawi Police Service. The minibus, reportedly carrying DPP supporters returning from a rally in Ntchisi, was shot […] The post Blame Game Erupts between DPP and MCP as Police Stay Silent on Mponela Minibus Shooting appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The recent attack on a Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) minibus in Mponela, allegedly involving gunfire and arson, is not just a wake-up call—it is a deafening alarm. Yet the Malawi Police Service remains curiously silent, stuck in bureaucratic slumber while the country simmers with political tension and fear. What makes this even more disgraceful is […] The post EDITORIAL | Mponela Violence: Deadly Silence from Police, Dangerous Rhetoric from Politicians Fueling National Unrest appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In July 2022, President Lazarus Chakwera declared war—not against a foreign invader, but against Malawi’s most entrenched enemy: corruption. “Corruption is our biggest enemy and is not welcome here,” he thundered, launching a 20-week campaign that promised to purge the government of rot, from the highest office to the lowest desk. Yet, by 2024, Malawians […] The post ‘WAR ON CORRUPTION’ Is Chakwera’s Anti-Graft Fight Just Another Political Performance? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a heartfelt show of support for Malawi’s frontline caregivers, Standard Bank Malawi has donated MK5 million to the Nurses and Midwives Council of Malawi (NMCM) in celebration of the 2025 International Nurses Day. The commemorations, held at Nkhwazi ADMARC Ground in Mchinji, were graced by the President of Malawi, His Excellency Dr. Lazarus Chakwera. […] The post Standard Bank Powers 2025 International Nurses Day with MK5 Million Boost appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

More than three months have passed since President Lazarus Chakwera formally withdrew portions of his State of the Nation Address (Sona) that were flagged as erroneous, yet the disputed sections remain unaltered in the Hansard—the official and permanent record of parliamentary proceedings. This delay is not just procedural; it carries far-reaching consequences for the credibility […] The post Parliament’s Delay in Amending Chakwera’s SONA in Hansard Raises Questions Over Accountability, Integrity of Records appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  A political inferno is raging in Mzimba Central as the fate of a disputed Malawi Congress Party (MCP) primary election now lies in the hands of the Mzuzu High Court — after violence, backdoor maneuvers, and bitter accusations shook the party to its core. At the heart of the drama is Vitumbiko Mumba, who […] The post Chaos, Accusations, and Courtroom Battles: Mzuzu High Court to Rule on Explosive MCP Primaries Dispute appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  UTM’s star power lit up Lilongwe on May 11 as National Youth Director and hip-hop icon Penjani Kalua, aka Fredokiss, electrified a packed rally with a bold declaration: UTM will rule Malawi for the next 50 years — starting September 16 this year. The rapper-turned-politician told roaring supporters that UTM is not just contesting […] The post Fredokiss Says From September UTM will rule Malawi for the Next 50 Years, Backs Kabambe as Economic Savior appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s political temperature is boiling — and Norman Chisale has just thrown fuel on the fire. In the aftermath of a brazen daylight attack in Mponela, where a minibus carrying DPP supporters was shot at and torched, Chisale — former presidential aide and senior Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) figure — is pointing the finger squarely […] The post “You’ve Started a Fire You Can’t Put Out”: Chisale Slams MCP Over Mponela Violence appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  With the 2025 General Elections fast approaching, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has issued a rallying cry to its rank and file: be vigilant, be visible, and be ready. In a powerful memo dated May 11, 2025, DPP Secretary General Peter Mukhito called on all party leaders to mobilize nationwide for the crucial Malawi […] The post DPP Sounds the Alarm: “Eyes Wide Open” Ahead of MEC Voter Verification Drive appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s top professional golfer, Paul Chidale, proudly teed off Thursday at the prestigious Zimbabwe Open Golf Championship, thanks to sponsorship from NBS Bank. The tournament, hosted at the Royal Harare Golf Club, is a key fixture on the Sunshine Tour, attracting top golfers from across the continent and beyond. Chisale, wearing the bold red of NBS Bank, […] The post NBS Bank sponsors golfer Paul Chidale for Zim open Golf Championship appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  In a thrilling showcase of youthful talent and theatrical excellence, Nkhata-Bay Boys Secondary School (NKHABOSS) once again stole the spotlight, emerging as Northern Education Division (NED) Drama Champions for the second year running. Hosted at Mzuzu Government Secondary School on Saturday, the drama festival was organized by the Association for the Teaching of English […] The post NKHABOSS Shines Bright, Retains NED Drama Crown appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Christopher Nyambose, head coach of TNM Super League debutants Songwe Border United, believes the club’s first point of the season—earned in a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Mzuzu City Hammers—could be the turning point they’ve been waiting for. The breakthrough came on Sunday at Mzuzu Stadium, putting an end to the club’s four-match losing streak since […] The post Nyambose Bags First Point for Songwe Border United: A Spark of Hope After a Rough Start appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  What was supposed to be a democratic exercise to select a parliamentary candidate for the ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP) in Mzimba Central has instead erupted into a spectacle of confusion, courtroom drama, and allegations of backroom manipulation—laying bare the growing dysfunction within the party’s ranks. On paper, Presidential Advisor Adamson Kuseri Mkandawire clinched […] The post Chaos, Courts and Controversy: Mzimba Central MCP Primaries Descend into Political Farce appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi Congress Party (MCP) Secretary General and political powerhouse Richard “Bulldozer” Chimwendo Banda stormed Senior Chief Mwansambo’s territory in Nkhotakota on Saturday with an ambitious and uncompromising development agenda—signaling that the Chakwera administration means business. Addressing a charged crowd at a development rally held at Kasangadzi Primary School, Chimwendo declared that the long-awaited road connecting […] The post “Bulldozer” Chimwendo Invades Nkhotakota with a Powerhouse Plan for Mwansambo appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Agriculture development agency AGRA has reiterated its unwavering commitment to transforming African agriculture, emphasizing the need for enhanced investment in smallholder farmers against a backdrop of increasing global instability and evolving development support. The recent shift in global development policy has upstaged the decades-long development financing framework with far-reaching consequences. The agency said these global […] The post AGRA rallies local investments for African agricultural transformation appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Get ready, Malawi — the countdown has begun for the most anticipated gospel event of the year! On May 31, the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe will come alive with praise, power, and unforgettable performances at the Favour Gospel Concert. International gospel sensation Ada Ehi, all the way from Nigeria, will grace the […] The post Malawi Gears Up for the Biggest Gospel Show of the Year: Ada Ehi & Lizzie Munthali to Headline Favour Gospel Concert! appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In an unprecedented move that is set to redefine Malawi’s creative landscape, Prophet Shepherd Bushiri has announced a colossal K500 million sponsorship for Season 2 of Malawi Has Talent — the biggest investment ever made in a local talent show. The initiative is exclusively backed by Goshen City, Bushiri’s visionary smart city project, and will […] The post Prophet of Talent: Bushiri Pours Half a Billion into Malawi’s Biggest Talent Show appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a political landscape where authenticity is currency, Dr. Michael Usi, leader of the Odya Zake Alibe Mulandu movement and Vice President of Malawi, is raising eyebrows over what appears to be a growing pattern of political mimicry by UTM leader Dalitso Kabambe. For years, Usi has been mocked, criticized, and ridiculed — often harshly […] The post OPINION|Usi Leads, Kabambe Copies: A Lesson in Political Imitation appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  The Malawi Local Government Association (MALGA) has condemned the involvement of some local government officers in ongoing primary elections, describing their conduct as partisan and detrimental to public trust in the local government system. In a strongly worded statement, MALGA—an umbrella body representing all local government authorities in the country—has called on such officers […] The post Resign—MALGA Tells ‘Partisan’ Local Government Officers appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  Traditional Authority (TA) Chindi of Mzimba has distanced himself from the controversial dethronement of Aaron Nyirenda as Group Village Headman (Inkosana) David Nyirenda, blaming his “overzealous right-hand men” for sparking a heated chieftaincy wrangle in Kapando, Euthini. Clearly bewildered and disappointed, TA Chindi has denied any involvement in the incident and dismissed allegations that […] The post TA Chindi Reacts: Blames ‘Henchmen’ for Chieftaincy Wrangle, Denies Disobeying Court Order appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Dedza Government Secondary School Alumni Association (DEGOSS), in collaboration with Sapere Aude Trust, has organized an awards ceremony to honour outstanding students and teachers at the school. The event is scheduled to take place tomorrow, May 10. According to a press release issued by DEGOSS Membership Convener, John Kelvin Jere, the awards will recognize […] The post Dedza Government Secondary School Alumni to Honour Top Students and Teachers appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

At least 19 security guards stationed at the late President Bingu wa Mutharika’s Ndata Farm in Thyolo have gone nearly two years without receiving their salaries, raising serious concerns about labor rights violations and accountability within the estate’s management. Speaking to Nyasatimes, one of the affected guards, Davie Zabron, revealed that the guards have not […] The post Shocking: Security Guards at Late Bingu wa Mutharika’s Ndata Farm Go 22 Months Without Pay appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a stunning display of bureaucratic apathy and broken promises, the government of Malawi has come under fire from Mzuzu University’s staff unions following an inexcusable delay in service gratuity payments—five months and counting. Despite a formal petition delivered directly to State House on April 11th, the silence from the highest office in the land […] The post Mzuzu University Staff Betrayed: Government’s Deafening Silence Over Gratuity Crisis Sparks Outrage appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  Prominent governance and human rights advocate Undule Mwakasungula has lauded the recent high-level visit by the Deputy Prime Ministers of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, describing it as a powerful endorsement of Malawi’s rising diplomatic and economic stature. Mwakasungula says the visit—one of […] The post Undule Hails UAE High-Level Visit as Game-Changer, Applauds Chakwera for Bold Diplomatic Vision appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  Malawi First – The People First, a pressure group composed of concerned citizens – has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC), demanding that the Commission address mounting grievances from opposition parties and civil society organizations (CSOs) over the planned use of Smartmatic technology in the upcoming general elections. Speaking during […] The post Malawi First Dares MEC on Smartmatic, Demands Asset Declarations from Presidential Candidates appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Rodgers Newa’s appointment as Mzimba District Commissioner, replacing Rodney Simwaka, is facing stiff resistance amid allegations that some senior officials fear the transition could expose administrative irregularities. Simwaka has been transferred to Karonga District as part of a broader government restructuring, with Newa—formerly stationed in Nkhata Bay—tapped to take over the reins in Mzimba. However, […] The post Resistance Grows in Mzimba as New District Commissioner Faces Pushback Over Alleged Cover-Up Fears appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  President Lazarus Chakwera and First Lady Monica Chakwera have extended heartfelt congratulations to the newly elected Pope of the Roman Catholic Church, Cardinal Robert F. Prevost—now officially Pope Leo XIV. In a spirited statement from State House, President Chakwera described the Pope’s acceptance of the sacred mantle as a powerful testament to “deep faith […] The post Chakwera Hails New Pope: A Beacon of Hope in Troubled Times appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As Malawi edges closer to the 2025 tripartite elections, the specter of politically induced violence continues to cast a shadow over the democratic process. In this context, the recent meeting convened by the Inspector General of Police, Merlyne Nachulu Yolamu, with Directors of Youth from 18 political parties is a timely and commendable initiative. However, […] The post Analysis: Can Youth Leaders and Police Stop Election Violence in Malawi? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Former presidential aide Norman Chisale is back back in the High Court in Lilongwe today as his trial over charges of unexplained wealth proceeds. The case, which was adjourned yesterday by Judge Violet Chipao, follows allegations that Chisale illegally amassed assets far beyond his known sources of income during his time as a top aide […] The post Chisale Back in Court Today Over Unexplained Wealth Charges appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.