President Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera fired up the campaign trail on Friday with a powerful pitch of his 5-Pillar Vision at a jam-packed rally held at Ngabu Sports Ground in the Lower Shire. The Malawi Congress Party (MCP) torchbearer left no doubt about his ambition to secure a second term in the September 16 polls, declaring […] The post Chakwera Storms Lower Shire with Bold 5-Pillar Vision Ahead of September Polls appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

National Bank of Malawi plc (NBM), in partnership with Press Trust, on Tuesday handed over a solar-powered electricity and water pumping system to Nankumba Health Centre in Mangochi, significantly improving access to clean water and reliable power for healthcare delivery. The system, which will pump water, power lighting, refrigeration, and essential medical equipment, is part […] The post NBM plc, Press Trust Power Nankumba Health Centre with Solar System appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Following the successful handover of a solar-powered water system at Nankumba Health Centre in Mangochi, National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc and Press Trust, on Wednesday handed over a solar-powered electricity system at Njerenje Community Day Secondary School (CDSS) in Balaka. The school, which serves over 1,300 students in a remote area nearly 50 kilometres […] The post NBM Plc, Press Trust light up Njerenje CDSS appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Institute of Marketing in Malawi (IMM) has officially launched the Superbrand Awards, a new initiative designed to recognize outstanding performers across various sectors who go above and beyond their competitors. Speaking during the unveiling ceremony held in Blantyre on Friday, IMM President George Damson described the awards as a significant shift from the Institute’s […] The post IMM Unveils Superbrand Awards to Recognize Top Performers Across Sectors appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A quiet but explosive political revolt is gaining momentum within the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), with several senior and grassroots members reportedly shifting their allegiance to Michael Usi’s Odya Zake Alibe Mulandu movement—following Peter Mutharika’s controversial selection of Jane Ansah as his running mate. Nyasa Times has uncovered, through confidential interviews with DPP insiders, that […] The post DPP Gurus Allegedly Defecting to Usi, ‘fellow Lhomwe Camp’, Amid Revolt Over Jane Ansah Running Mate Pick appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Former President Arthur Peter Mutharika says Malawi is sinking under poverty and poor leadership—and he’s the man to pull it out. Speaking at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe after presenting his nomination papers to the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC), the 85-year-old Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential candidate made a fiery comeback pitch, […] The post “I’m Back to Rescue Malawi” — Mutharika Declares as He Unveils Jane Ansah as Running Mate appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Standard Bank Malawi has reinforced its market leadership after being named Best Bank and Best Investment Bank at the presitigious Euromoney for Excellence 2025. In a statement, the bank says, this cemented its leadership in financial services. Reads the statement in part: “This twin win places Standard Bank at the forefront of Malawi’s financial sector […] The post Standard Bank Malawi Wins Two Euromoney Awards appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A bold political storm is brewing inside the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP)—and at the center of it is the party’s Central Region Vice President, Alfred Gangata, who has declared, without blinking, that he will be the DPP president come 2030. Speaking candidly to journalists, Gangata responded to murmurs that he appeared visibly disappointed after Peter […] The post “In 2030, I Will Lead DPP” — Gangata Declares as he Congratulates APM for Ansah Pick appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Governance expert and concern citizen Ollen Mwalubunju has cautioned political parties against entering into alliances without conducting due diligence, observing that previous political marriages did not serve the interests of ordinary Malawians. Mwalubunju decried the tendency by politicians to deviate from their power-sharing agreements, leading to frictions between the Heads of State and their Second […] The post Governance expert Mwalubunju cautions against alliances of betrayal, manipulation ahead of Sept. 16 General Elections appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Dear President Mutharika, Happy 85th birthday. Turning 85 is no small feat — in fact, it’s miraculous in a country where, in 1940, life expectancy barely scratched 35. Statistically speaking, you’ve outlived almost your entire birth cohort. Only about 6,000 of the 21 million Malawians today were even alive when you were born. That’s not […] The post OPINION | Dear Peter Mutharika, Age Is Not Just a Number appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In the dusty outskirts of Lilongwe, where market chatter hums with hustle and hope, a quiet agricultural revolution is underway. It’s not driven by massive machines or futuristic technology—but by insects. And leading this unlikely transformation is a 33-year-old visionary named Taonga Nyirenda. Taonga, founder of Seedbiz, is reshaping Malawi’s agricultural landscape with a solution […] The post Young Farmer Turns Insects into Agribusiness appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawians can finally breathe a sigh of relief. The government has officially resumed passport processing and issuance services across the country following months of disruption. Minister of Homeland Security Ezekiel Ching’oma announced Thursday that the new system—developed by Madras Security Printers—is now fully installed and operational. This marks the end of a national headache that […] The post Passport Blues Over! Malawi Resumes Issuance with New High-Security System appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  Malawi is hosting the 4th Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) meeting for the Southern Africa Region from July 24 to 25, 2025. The high-level gathering has brought together SADC Health Ministers, key stakeholders, and technical experts under the theme: “One Region, One Health, One Future: Reaffirming Regional Commitment to Strengthen […] The post Malawi Hosts 4th Africa CDC Meeting for Southern Africa Health Ministers and Key Stakeholders appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

There’s a lot of noise circulating on social media over the alleged 14,000 duplicate entries in the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC)’s voters roll. But let me be clear: this is a false alarm that’s causing unnecessary panic among registered voters. In any well-designed voter registration system like MEC’s, it would be reckless to allow real-time […] The post OPINION | No Need to Panic Over the 14,000 Voter Duplicates appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Armed with his deep conviction to serve Malawians as a solution-focused and development conscious servant leader, independent presidential candidate Adil James Chilungo sealed his bid Thursday by submitting his nomination papers to Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) at Bingu wa Mutharika International Convention Centre (BICC) in the Capital, Lilongwe. Accompanied by his running mate Mervis Mwalukuwo, […] The post Presidential nomination presentation: aspirant Chilungo amplifies women empowerment appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  The Malawi Environment Protection Authority (MEPA) has called on journalists to deepen their technical knowledge and sharpen storytelling skills in order to effectively communicate pressing environmental issues that not only inform the public but also inspire action. Speaking on Wednesday during a media training workshop held in Blantyre, MEPA’s Director of Planning and Information […] The post Reporting for a Cause: MEPA Empowers Journalists appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Professional Women in Water Sector Network (PROWIWS) has been officially launched to champion the participation of women and girls in Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) initiatives in Malawi. The launch took place on Wednesday during a breakfast event organized in partnership with the Africa Water and Sanitation Association (AfWASA) and supported by WaterAid. Speaking […] The post Malawi Women in Water Sector Launch Empowerment Network appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Select Financial Services, a micro-payroll lender for civil servants, has said its recent team building exercise has energized staff to build a stronger and unified organization while offering superb service to its clients. Speaking after the event in Salima, Select Financial services Chief Executive Officer Akuzike Kafwamba said the exercise was a success because of the enthusiastic participation, […] The post Team building gears Select Financial services to offer superb service appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Electricity Access Project (MEAP), being implemented by the Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) with funding from the World Bank, is changing the lives of Malawians through mass electricity connections, allowing people to embark in small scale businesses. MEAP was launched in December 2022, with USD 71 million funding by the World Bank through […] The post ESCOM’s MEAP Project Transforming Lives, Businesses appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Conference of Catholic Bishops (MCCB) has announced that the Fifth World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly will be commemorated on Sunday, July 27, 2025, in line with global Catholic observance. This annual celebration is traditionally held on the Sunday closest to the Feast of Saints Joachim and Anne, the grandparents of Jesus […] The post Malawi’s Catholic Bishops to Mark World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly on July 27 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Authority (PPDA) has outlined a number of measures designed and aimed to tame malpractices and corruption in procurement and disposal of public assets in Malawi. The Authority has, among others, digitalized public procurement, a move that only aims to reform procurement, but also deliver services to all […] The post PPDA outlines measures to tame malpractices, corruption in public procurement, disposal of assets appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi has been ranked among the top 50 most food self-sufficient countries in the world, according to a groundbreaking study published in the journal Nature Food in May 2025. The study, which assessed 186 countries based on their ability to feed their populations across seven major food groups, placed Malawi alongside seven other African nations […] The post Malawi Among Africa’s Most Food Self-Sufficient Nations — New Global Study Reveals appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) has supported boxer Limbani ‘Lion’ Masamba with air tickets and upkeep for an international non-title fight against Iddy Pialali at Posta Kijitonyama Club in Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania on Saturday. The super welterweight pugilist returns into the ring for a PST Welterweight Championship three months after defeating another Tanzanian boxer, […] The post MAGLA flies Masamba to Tanzania for a fight appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Petroleum Importers Limited (PIL), a consortium of four oil marketing companies namely Total Energies, Petroda, Puma, and Vivo Energy, has donated 100 school desks valued at K20 million to Mtakataka Community Day Secondary School (CDSS) in Dedza. Speaking during the official handover ceremony on Wednesday, PIL’s Operations Manager, Edmond Pingani emphasized the importance of private […] The post PIL donates 100 desks worth K20 million to Mtakataka CDSS appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Linde Lounge in Mzuzu will this weekend, July 26 host Ladies Hangout Night, an event that features female deejays. To be hosted by MC Burkin, the event will see DJ Nyenyezi, DJ Bubblegum, DJ Thando and La Perle The DJ showcasing their skills on the decks. In an interview, organizer of the Ladies Hangout Night, […] The post Linde Lounge to host Ladies Hangout Night, an all female DJs event appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

MPICO Plc, a subsidiary of Old Mutual Malawi Limited, on Wednesday conducted a fire drill at Gateway Mall in Lilongwe as part of its ongoing safety and emergency preparedness efforts. The exercise aimed to test the facility’s readiness to respond to fire outbreaks and other emergencies. It involved key emergency stakeholders, including the Lilongwe City […] The post MPICO Plc Conducts Fire Drill to Boost Emergency Preparedness appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A state witness has revealed in court that Norman Chisale, former security aide to ex-President Peter Mutharika, bought 63 vehicles between 2017 and 2019, at a total cost of K407 million. The third state witness, Ellenor Banda, an officer at the Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA), resumed her testimony today before the High Court in Lilongwe […] The post Witness Tells Court: Norman Chisale Bought 63 Vehicles Worth K407 Million in Just Two Years appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Alliance for Democracy (AFORD) has distanced itself from the newly formed political alliance between the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) and a group of northern politicians under the banner of the Northern Alliance Bloc. AFORD spokesperson Annie Maluwa told Zodiak Broadcasting Station that the party held a National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting on Tuesday to […] The post Shocker! AFORD Distances Itself from DPP-Northern Alliance Pact appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A fresh wave of criticism is battering the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) barely 24 hours after it announced an alliance with the Northern Region Alliance, with critics branding the pact as a desperate gamble that offers nothing new to Malawians. While the DPP is selling the deal as a strategic electoral move ahead of the […] The post DPP’s Alliance with Northern Bloc Draws Fire: Critics Call It “Empty Political Drama” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi has achieved a major diplomatic milestone—ranking among Africa’s top 10 most powerful passports in the Henley Passport Index 2025. With a visa-free score of 73, Malawi is now tied at 8th place with Morocco, overtaking key regional players like Kenya. This leap underscores the country’s growing global respect and improved international mobility for its […] The post Malawi Ranks Among Africa’s Top 10 Most Powerful Passports in 2025 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a dramatic political move that’s stirring both excitement and skepticism, the opposition Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has officially declared an alliance with a group of northern-based politicians and parties under a new banner called the Northern Alliance Bloc. Announced late last night, the alliance is being sold as a “rescue mission” for Malawians suffering […] The post DPP Joins Forces with Northern Bloc—but Only Mutharika Will Pick His Running Mate appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Judiciary has received a morale boost from NICO Pension, which has made a contribution of K5 million towards the upcoming 2025 Open Day and International Day for Judiciary Wellbeing event scheduled for July 24-25 at Ngazi Primary School in Ekwendeni, Mzimba. Speaking during the handover ceremony in Blantyre, NICO Pension, Financial Advisory, Manager […] The post NICO Pension contributes K5 million towards ‘Judiciary Open Day’ event  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi has officially entered the campaign period for the highly anticipated September 16, 2025 Tripartite Elections, following the dissolution of the 2019–2025 Parliament. The announcement was made today by Speaker of the National Assembly, Rt. Hon. Catherine Gotani Hara, in line with Section 67(1) of the Constitution, which requires Parliament to be dissolved ahead of […] The post Malawi Parliament Dissolved Ahead of September 2025 General Elections appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) on Tuesday challenged the private sector in the country to increase production and address the prevailing supply side pressure affecting macroeconomic situation. RBM Governor Dr McDonald Mafuta Mwale was speaking in Blantyre during this year’s investment symposium that had some companies pitching investment projects to prospective financiers. Speaking during the […] The post RBM challenges private sector to enhance production appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Women’s rights activists have issued a bold ultimatum to Malawi Congress Party (MCP) Secretary General Richard Chimwendo Banda: fire North-South Regional Chairman Joseph Chavula over sexual harassment allegations or face mass protests at the party’s headquarters in Lilongwe. The warning follows explosive accusations from former MCP Regional Youth Treasurer Lusungu Tembo, who claims she was […] The post Fire Chavula or Face Protests at MCP Headquarters! Women Activists Dare Chimwendo as MCP Sex Scandal Explodes appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.