The Government of Malawi has reaffirmed its commitment to ending child labour through sustainable and community-driven initiatives, as it prepares to join the global community in commemorating the World Day Against Child Labour. Speaking at a press briefing in Lilongwe, Minister of Labour Peter Dimba announced that Malawi’s commemoration will take place on Saturday, 21st […] The post Malawi Intensifies Fight Against Child Labour with Sustainable Measures appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  In a stinging blow to Malawi’s women’s football ambitions, USA-based striker Chioma Okafor has rejected a call to play for Malawi, choosing instead to represent Nigeria at international level—despite being born on Malawian soil. The Football Association of Malawi (FAM) had been working behind the scenes to secure Okafor’s allegiance for the Scorchers, hoping […] The post Blow to Malawi: Star Footballer Snubs Scorchers for Nigeria appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s mining sector is poised for a major transformation following the signing of a groundbreaking deal between the Government of Malawi and Chinese multinational giant, Hunan Sunwalk Technology Group. The agreement, sealed on June 16, 2025, on the sidelines of the China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo (CAETE) in Changsha, China, paves the way for large-scale […] The post Game-Changer for Malawi: Chakwera’s Vision Gets Boost as China Mining Deal Sealed appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

It’s baffling, exhausting, and frankly, pathetic how a segment of Malawi’s political discourse has become hopelessly obsessed with Professor Peter Mutharika’s health. Every whisper, every blink, every step he takes—or doesn’t take—triggers an avalanche of conspiracies. It’s as if certain people wake up each morning praying to hear that Mutharika is bedridden or worse. Enough […] The post OPINION: The Obsession with Mutharika’s Health is Absurd—Let the Man Be appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Atupele Muluzi’s recent Facebook post, in which he claims to have delivered 1.7 million votes to the DPP-UDF alliance in 2020, invites serious reflection. While every politician is entitled to interpret their role in past events, such statements should be grounded in facts, not inflated narratives. Atupele’s political journey began with real promise. In 2012, […] The post Setting the Record Straight: On Atupele Muluzi’s Recent Claims appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In the heart of Southern Africa, a quiet political storm is brewing—and its epicenter is Zambia. A growing number of Zambians, frustrated by rising living costs, policy U-turns, and failed promises under President Hakainde Hichilema, are shifting their eyes towards a seasoned political tactician with a legacy of making presidents: Kelvin Fube Bwalya (KBF). But […] The post Zambia’s Coming King David: Kelvin Fube Bwalya Gains Regional Momentum as Malawians Back His Rise appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Communities living near Kasungu National Park are seeing the benefits of ongoing conservation work piloted by the Department of National Parks and Wildlife (DNPW) Malawi and Zambia. These efforts are not only mitigating human-wildlife conflict and promoting coexistence but also strengthening food security and resilience. These initiatives form part of 2022 translocation of nearly 700 animals, including 263 elephants […] The post Protecting Crops and Preserving Wildlife: Poly Wire Fencing in Kasungu National Park appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a rare and pointed rebuke, Malawi Police have issued a stern warning to religious leaders: “Stop prophesying election outcomes—you’re endangering lives.” Speaking during a prayer session at the Central East Region Police Headquarters in Kasungu, senior police officers didn’t mince words. Reverend Superintendent Martin Mwanyongo from National Police Headquarters said the growing trend of […] The post “Stop Playing God”: Police Slam Faith Leaders for Election Prophecies, Warn of Violence Ahead of September 16 Polls appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a powerful show of compassion and youth-led philanthropy, businessman and philanthropist Hilton Banda has donated K10 million to support musician Patience Namadingo’s school construction initiative at Wataka Primary School in Machinga—a project that has already seen its first classroom block fully completed. Banda, Group Chairman of Akatswiri Holdings, visited Wataka Village in Traditional Authority […] The post Hilton Kahuna Banda Donates K10 Million to Namadingo’s School Project, Pledges More Support for Machinga Children appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  In a damning indictment that tears through the heart of the Tonse Alliance government, Leader of Opposition Dr. George Chaponda has declared that Malawi is in the grip of a full-blown passport crisis, accusing the administration of deliberate deception, reckless procurement, and betrayal of public trust. Chaponda’s scathing remarks follow the Minister of Homeland […] The post PASSPORT SCANDAL: Chaponda Blasts Govt Over Passport Supplier With Global Corruption History appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

UTM presidential hopeful Daliso Kabambe wants to fix Malawi’s economic troubles with what sounds like magic — chopping two zeros off the Kwacha. But the truth is far more cynical. Strip away the campaign glitter, and Kabambe’s plan amounts to this: reprinting money with smaller numbers. That’s it. Your rent doesn’t drop. Your salary doesn’t […] The post ANALYSIS | Kabambe Wants to Remove Zeros from the Kwacha: Malawi Deserves Better Than Fancy Math and Empty Promises appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Dozens of delegates from African countries have converged in Malawi’s capital, Lilongwe, to push developed countries and global lenders – including the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) – to cancel their debts. Riding on the banner of Africa International People’s Tribunal on Public Debt, the conference has brought together senior government officials, the […] The post African countries revive calls for debt cancellation: Push lenders to ‘free’ Africa once and for all appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s premier interior design firm, Milanzi Interior has boosted the inaugural Central Region Fast5 Hockey Tourney slated for 28 June at Tiger Sports Club with a K1 million sponsorship. This was in response to the Central Region Committe’s request for support for the tournament. Milanzi Interior Chief Executivd Officer Samantha Milanzi said this is a […] The post Milanzi Interior Decorates Centre Fast5 Hockey Tourney appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A press briefing expected today — reportedly organised by vendors behind Wednesday’s protests in Mzuzu — is at the centre of a shocking political scheme. According to multiple Malawi Congress Party (MCP) insiders, the briefing is part of a plan allegedly orchestrated by senior MCP officials to falsely accuse Vitumbiko Mumba of sponsoring violence during […] The post Top MCP Officials Accused of Implicating Vitumbiko Mumba in Mzuzu Demos — Press Briefing Set for Today appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As National Product Magazine (NPM) hosts its Mid-Year Awards Gala this weekend at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe—alongside the launch of its 115th edition—a major credibility question looms over one of the gala’s most visible honourees: Luthando Holdings, owned by businessman Hendrix Laher. While the company continues to promote itself as the […] The post Is Luthando Really an Authorized Yamaha Dealer in Malawi? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

FDH Financial Holdings Limited has opened the Thomson Frank Mpinganjira Centre of Excellence in Mpemba, Blantyre, as a tool for fostering development of exceptional leadership in Malawi and the SADC region. The newly established subsidiary of the group will be integral to driving collaboration with industry experts to develop and provide a wide range of leadership […] The post FDH opens TFM Centre of Excellence appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A storm is brewing at the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) as growing public anger has birthed yet another call for accountability — this time with a direct demand: Justice Anabel Mtalimanja and Chief Elections Officer Andrew Mpesi must go. A newly-formed watchdog, Citizens for Credible Elections, has notified the Lilongwe District Council of its intention […] The post Pressure Mounts on MEC Bosses: Citizens Demand Mtalimanja, Mpesi Resign Over Electoral Compromise appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As neighbouring Mozambique celebrates its removal from the United Nations’ Hunger Hotspot list following a successful harvest, Malawi remains gripped by a worsening hunger crisis — with 8 million citizens on the brink of starvation and no clear answers from those in power. It is a brutal and humiliating contrast. Mozambique — with similar weather […] The post ANALYSIS | Mozambique Beats Hunger, Malawi Sinks; 8 Million Starving Despite Billions in FISP appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Homeland Security Minister Ezekiel Ching’oma has hit back at claims by the Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI), insisting there is no passport crisis in Malawi and that passport printing is actively ongoing. CDEDI recently sounded the alarm over what it described as a two-week standstill in passport issuance, accusing the government of […] The post No Passport Crisis Here! — Ching’oma Dismisses CDEDI Claims as Misleading appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In the remote hills of Nthalire, Chitipa South, something extraordinary is happening. Limbikani Mhango, the DPP’s Shadow MP, is not waiting for votes — he’s getting things done. With nearly K1 billion already invested, Mhango is transforming the lives of thousands, earning overwhelming support from a grateful constituency that says: “He’s already our MP in […] The post Development Before Politics: DPP Shadow MP for Chitipa South, Limbikani Mhango, Has Already Invested K1bn in His Constituency appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) Chairperson Gift Trapence has unleashed a scathing rebuke against the Malawi Police Service, demanding answers from Inspector General (IG) of Police, Dr. Merlyne Yolamu, over the continued silence and inaction on political violence cases. Speaking to Nyasatimes, Trapence questioned the credibility of the police service, accusing it of betraying public […] The post “Where Are the Arrests?” – Trapence Slams Police Over Delays in Political Violence Crackdown appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a country supposedly governed by the rule of law, it is an unforgivable betrayal when the very institution mandated to uphold law and order becomes complicit in shielding lawbreakers—especially when those lawbreakers are political thugs terrorizing citizens in broad daylight. The Malawi Police Service has, once again, exposed itself as either disturbingly incompetent or […] The post EDITORIAL: Malawi Police Are Now a Threat to Democracy; Enough Is Enough—Make the Arrests or Step Aside appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Communities under Traditional Authority (T/A) Amidu in Balaka district are recovering from the severe effects of El Nino that struck Malawi early March 2024, triggering widespread food insecurity, environmental degradation and health threats. The prolonged dry spells disrupted agricultural production, especially maize, which is the population’s staple food. According to the Department of Disaster Management […] The post Building resilience for disaster-stricken households with cash donations appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

AHL Group Plc has issued a strong condemnation of UTM Party President Dr. Dalitso Kabambe and his team for what it describes as a “violent and unlawful” entry into Chinkhoma Auction Floors in Kasungu on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. In a scathing press release issued Wednesday, AHL Group and its subsidiary, AHL Tobacco Sales Limited, […] The post AHL Condemns UTM President Kabambe Over Violent, Unauthorized Entry at Chinkhoma Auction Floors appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

DPP firebrand Sameer Suleman has launched a venomous tirade against the Muluzi family, spewing provable lies, making unfounded allegations, and throwing political tantrums—all because Atupele Muluzi spoke a truth that many Malawians already know: that Professor Peter Mutharika is too old to lead and the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) needs youthful leadership to remain relevant. […] The post Bitterness, Lies and Desperation: DPP’s Sameer Suleman Declares War on the Muluzi Family Over Truth About Mutharika’s Age appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As Malawi counts down to the September 16, 2025 general elections, the National Initiative for Civic Education (NICE) Public Trust has sealed a strategic partnership with the Bwaila Media Club (BMC) to amplify women’s participation in politics and strengthen good governance. The two institutions signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Tuesday in Lilongwe, marking […] The post NICE Trust, Bwaila Media Club Team Up to Champion Women in Politics and Good Governance appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Centenary Bank has partnered with PayChangu to promote sustainable, fast, and reliable cash transfers in Malawi. Speaking during the signing ceremony, Centenary Bank Chief Executive Officer, Godfrey Byekwaso, described the partnership as a key part of the bank’s mission to transform lives through inclusive, convenient, simplified, and sustainable financial solutions. “Our partnership with PayChangu brings […] The post Centenary Bank, PayChangu Partner to Foster Sustainable Fast Cash Transfers appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Rotary Club of Lilongwe City Centre is set to host its Annual Fundraising Golf Tournament on 27 June at Lilongwe Golf Club, bringing together golf lovers, corporate teams, and changemakers for a powerful day of sport and service. This year’s tournament carries a noble mission: raising funds for Ukwe Health Centre under Traditional Authority […] The post Swing for a Cause: Rotary Club Lilongwe City Centre Gears Up for Golf Fundraiser to Support Ukwe Health Centre appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Minister of Agriculture Sam Kawale has praised Chipala Poultry Farms in Lilongwe as a shining example of how private-sector-led agriculture can drive Malawi’s development agenda. Speaking during a visit to the farm’s facilities in Nsalu and Chitedze, Kawale said the farm embodies President Lazarus Chakwera’s Mega Farm vision, proving that large-scale, modern farming is not […] The post Kawale Hails Chipala Poultry Farms as Model of Mega Farm Success appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a bold and inspiring move, Maranatha Academy has announced a life-changing international trip for the top 10 Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) students of 2025—regardless of which school they come from—cementing its place as a passionate champion of academic excellence in Malawi. Speaking during a vibrant farewell ceremony for Form Four students in […] The post Maranatha Academy Fuels Academic Dreams with Global Promise for Malawi’s Brightest Students appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a bold step toward eradicating violence and enhancing the match-day experience, the Football Association of Malawi (FAM) is hosting a three-day CAF Safety and Security training workshop in Lilongwe, aimed at revolutionizing security standards at football venues across the country. The training, led by CAF Safety Officer Xolile Vilakati and CAF Instructor Dixon Okello, […] The post FAM Hosts High-Impact CAF Safety and Security Training to Curb Stadium Violence appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a rare, no-holds-barred public rebuke, a visibly frustrated and fed-up Mumba has dramatically resigned from the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) National Executive Committee (NEC), torching the very foundations of the party’s internal politics in the process. His resignation—delivered with surgical precision and unfiltered honesty—has shaken the core of the party’s leadership, exposing deep-seated rot, […] The post Scathing Exit: Mumba Resigns From MCP NEC, Exposes Rot, Blasts Cult Politics And Cowardly Handclappers appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Government of Italy has announced a €20 million [approximately MK40 billion at the current rate] package towards upscaling HIV/Aids, Tuberculosis (TB) and Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) services in Malawi. Director General for Developing Cooperation in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Italy, Stefano Gatti, announced the news at the launch of two new projects in […] The post Italy commits MK40bn towards HIV, TB and NCDs’ response in Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The National Smallholder Farmers’ Association of Malawi (NASFAM) has challenged its member farmers to maintain their hardworking spirit in order for them to achieve food and nutrition security amidst climate change. Over the recent years, Malawi has been experiencing the worst effects of climate change, which have significantly impacted food security and nutrition by affecting food production, availability, […] The post NASFAM advances improved food, nutrition security amid climatic shocks appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The fire is back—and it’s burning brighter than ever. Prophetess Mary Bushiri of ECG–The Jesus Nation Church has officially launched the 2025 Woman on Fire International Conference, calling on women across Malawi and beyond to rise, unite, and embrace their God-given strength under the powerful theme: “UNSTOPPABLE WOMAN.” Speaking during a vibrant press briefing in […] The post “Unstoppable Woman”: Prophetess Mary Bushiri Ignites Momentum Ahead of 2025 Woman on Fire Conference appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.