Recent data from CEIC indicates that the number of tobacco smokers in Malawi is decreasing. According to the data, by 2023, an estimated 11.2 percent of adult Malawians were smoking tobacco, with a higher proportion of men (83 percent) than women (17 percent). It is also estimated that 3.7 percent of boys and 0.3 percent […] The post PMI takes pace in investing in, advancing THR technologies appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The so-called IMF misreporting case—targeting former top government officials—is increasingly resting on shaky legal ground. This follows a landmark High Court ruling in favour of former Finance Minister Joseph Mwanamvekha, who successfully petitioned for his discharge from the case. The judgment, delivered on 8 May 2025, not only removed one of the accused from the dock […] The post ANALYSIS | Kabambe’s IMF Misreporting Case is based on Weak Charges appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a no-holds-barred political showdown laced with mockery, sexism, and unapologetic arrogance, Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) firebrand Sameer Suleman has publicly shredded a K500 million defamation claim filed by Minister of Higher Education Jessie Kabwira, calling it “very laughable” and lacing his rebuttal with crude jokes and a jab at Malawi’s missing K67 billion. What […] The post “If She Wants Money, Let Her Follow the K67 Billion”: Suleman Mocks Kabwira’s K500 Million Defamation Lawsuit appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

NBS Bank Plc has strategically partnered with the Renewable Energy Industry Association of Malawi (REIAMA) to accelerate access to renewable energy solutions across the country. Through this partnership, NBS Bank and REIAMA aim to foster sustainable growth within Malawi’s renewable energy sector by co-creating financing solutions tailored to the needs of both project developers and […] The post NBS Bank, REIAMA in renewable energy partnership appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

United Democratic Front (UDF) leader Atupele Muluzi has revealed that alliance negotiations with the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) collapsed because the DPP insisted on monopolizing both the presidential and running mate positions—leaving no room for power-sharing. Muluzi accused the DPP of greed, fear of succession, and an unwillingness to build a genuine coalition, warning that […] The post “DPP Wants It All—Presidency, Running Mate, and Control”: Atupele Spills Why Alliance Talks Collapsed appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a historic move to preserve Malawi’s post-independence legacy, the childhood home of Ngwazi Dr. Hastings Kamuzu Banda in Kasungu is being transformed into a national museum and library under a new initiative spearheaded by the Nguru Ya Nawambe Museum Trust. According to a public notice issued by the National Bank of Malawi plc on […] The post Kamuzu’s Kasungu Home to Become National Museum and Library appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS has committed to a five year (2025-2030) $15 million dollar joint efforts in accelerating national HIV response. Speaking at a joint meeting for the launch with government officials, Civil Society Organisations (CSO’s), UN agencies as well as development partners, UN resident coordinator Rebecca Adda-Dontoh said Malawi is making progress in […] The post UNAIDS injects $15 Million into joint programme towards HIV response appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s Salima-Lilongwe Water Supply Project is poised to become one of President Lazarus Chakwera’s signature achievements. This initiative, recognized as the largest water supply project in the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) region, aims to ensure clean water access for residents of Salima, Lilongwe, and Dowa. The project, worth $351 million, faced significant challenges before […] The post First Phase of Historic Salima-Lilongwe Water Supply Project Ready by December 2026 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Former President of Malawi and People’s Party (PP) leader, Dr. Joyce Banda, has issued a powerful and sobering call to action: Malawi is at a crossroads, and the upcoming September 16, 2025 elections must be about fresh vision—not recycled politics. Speaking to an enthusiastic crowd at Mtandire’s Chilimampunga Ground in Lilongwe on Sunday, Banda declared […] The post Joyce Banda Says Malawi Needs a New Vision: “This Is Not About Power—It’s About Saving the Nation” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Alliance for Democracy (AFORD) President Enock Chihana has stormed back onto the campaign trail with fire in his voice and clarity in his message: AFORD is open to alliances—but not with the Malawi Congress Party (MCP). Speaking to a charged crowd at Mgona Ground in Lilongwe on Sunday, Chihana made it clear that he will […] The post Chihana Roars Back: AFORD Ready for Alliance—but MCP is Off the Table appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi Congress Party (MCP) Secretary General Richard Chimwendo Banda has sent a loud and clear message to the people of Lilongwe and beyond: “Don’t just register—come out in your numbers and vote for Dr. Lazarus Chakwera on September 16.” Speaking to a large and energetic crowd at Mkwinda ADMARC ground in Bunda on Sunday, Chimwendo […] The post “Come Out in Large Numbers and Vote for Dr. Chakwera,” Says MCP’s Chimwendo Banda appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a high-impact move to tackle Malawi’s deepening youth crisis, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Government of Canada have launched a groundbreaking US$1.063 million (K1.9 billion) programme—EmpowerED—to revolutionize comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) in the country. Launched in Chikwawa, Mchinji, and Nkhatabay, EmpowerED is a two-year initiative targeting young people aged 10 to […] The post UNFPA, Canada Inject $1 Million into Bold Sexuality Education Drive for Malawi’s Youth appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) returned to the spotlight over the weekend with high-energy rallies in Lunzu, Blantyre and Makawa Ground, Mangochi, delivering one strong message: APM is back, healthy, and ready to reclaim Malawi’s lost glory. At exactly 3PM on Saturday, a thunderous welcome erupted at Lunzu Community Ground as Joseph Mathyola Mwanamvekha, the […] The post DPP Reignites Momentum in Lunzu and Mangochi, Promising APM Comeback and Economic Revival appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The country’s Non-governmental organisations have urged the government to seriously consider working out on the challenges they are currently facing by improving their operations through sustainability policies. The development was raised at Crossroads Hotel in Lilongwe during a long day regional policy validation meeting for the reviewed Draft 2025 National Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) Policy which […] The post NGO’s plead for government support in improving ‘Sustainability Policies’ appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A political storm is brewing in Malawi’s Northern Region as Khumbo Kachali, Frank Mwenefumbo, and Dr. Victor Madhlopa have joined forces with a powerful call: It’s time the North stood as one political block—or risk being forever forgotten. At a charged rally held Sunday at Chibavi Ground in Mzuzu, the three leaders sent a blunt […] The post Kachali, Mwenefumbo, Madhlopa Comes Together: Northern Region Must Unite or Perish appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Lilongwe Police has arrested eight people on suspicion that they took part in the vandalism of Chisiyo Police Unit, torching two vehicles and theft of office equipment on Tuesday, June 17, 2025.   Police Publicist Hastings Chigalu said the arrests were made on Thursday night, at Zamkutu-Bypass where law enforcers also recovered from the suspects, […] The post Police arrests eight over vandalism, theft of a police unit in Lilongwe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Aspiring Member of Parliament for Rumphi Central Constituency and senior UTM official, Dr. Matthews Mtumbuka, says he will fight for legislation that guarantees university entry slots for students from Community Day Secondary Schools (CDSS), if elected into office in the September polls. Mtumbuka made the declaration on Friday during a graduation ceremony at Lundu and […] The post Mtumbuka Vows to Push for University Quota for Community Schools appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Minister of Finance Simplex Chithyola Banda has underscored the need for financial lending institutions including banks to provide affordable financing to enable people to do investment and make profits. Chithyola Banda was at this year’s National Product Magazine (NPM) mid-year awards on Saturday night at Bingu International Conference Centre (BICC). He called upon macro-financing […] The post Minister calls for affordable financing among macro-finance lending institution appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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.

As Malawi joined the rest of the world in commemorating World Sickle Cell Awareness Day on Thursday, health stakeholders sounded the alarm over what they call a “silent national crisis” — the continued neglect of sickle cell disease, one of Malawi’s most overlooked non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Every year, an estimated 2,000 children in Malawi are […] The post “Invisible No More”: Stakeholders Demand Action as Sickle Cell Crisis Persists in Malawi 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.