The National Economic Empowerment Fund (NEEF) Limited has expressed concern that many youths are inadvertently undermining their access to NEEF loan opportunities due lack of knowledge and power ownership mindset on the accessed loans. Humphrey Mdyetseni, Chief Executive Officer for NEEF, sounded the alarm on Sunday in Blantyre during an awareness session for stakeholders (youths) […] The post NEEF Sounds Alarm: Youths Underutilizing Billions in Loan Opportunities appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a glaring act of defiance and disregard for public service ethics, Masuko Thawe, a board member of the National Oil Company of Malawi (NOCMA), is pushing ahead with his political ambitions despite failing to officially resign from his lucrative board position within the stipulated timeframe. Thawe, who is eyeing the parliamentary seat for Likoma […] The post SCANDAL AT NOCMA: Masuko Thawe Defies Resignation Deadline, Dives into Politics Anyway appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Just days after Malawi’s campaign season roared to life, the Institute of Public Opinion and Research (IPOR) dropped a political bombshell: the DPP is surging, UTM is crumbling, and MCP’s Central Region fortress is slipping. But is this a reflection of reality—or an attempt to manufacture it? Too Perfect to Be Coincidence The timing is […] The post Critical Appraisal of the IPOR 2025 Pre-Election Survey: Coincidence or Constructed Optics? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The National Youth Council of Malawi (NYCOM) has called on the country’s youth to adopt a strong culture of entrepreneurship, saying doing so is key to improving their livelihoods and transforming the national economy amid rising unemployment. NYCOM Executive Director Rex Chapota made the remarks on Monday in Blantyre, during the official opening of a […] The post Youth Urged to Embrace Entrepreneurial Culture appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  A major fuel breakthrough is underway for Malawi as the vessel MT Virgo, carrying 22 million litres of diesel, has docked at Nacala Port in Mozambique, marking a critical phase in the government-to-government (G-to-G) fuel import deal. The vessel, which initially arrived at Tanga Port in Tanzania on July 8, 2025, with 50 million […] The post Fuel Relief on the Horizon: NOCMA G-to-G Consignment Arrives in Mozambique Enroute to Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As part of ongoing efforts to improve healthcare delivery in rural communities, United General Insurance (UGI), in partnership with the Linda Ward Foundation, has donated medical equipment valued at approximately K4.5 million to Kamteteka Health Centre in Mzimba District. Speaking during the handover ceremony, UGI Chief Executive Officer Grant Mwenechanya underscored the importance of supporting […] The post UGI, Ward Foundation supports Mzimba’s Kamteteka Health Centre appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

National Bank of Malawi plc has reaffirmed its commitment to gender equity and community empowerment through sports by officially launching the NBM Women’s Premiership on Saturday at Mpira Stadium in Blantyre, describing the sponsorship as a movement to break barriers for women in underserved communities. Speaking during the launch, National Bank of Malawi plc Chief […] The post NBM plc champions equity as NBM Women’s Premiership kicks-off appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc and the Football Association of Malawi (FAM) have adopted the hit song ‘Pangolin’ by urban artist Jetu as the official theme song for the inaugural NBM Women’s football Premiership. The announcement was made on Friday at a joint unveiling at NBM Head Office in Blantyre, where NBM plc and […] The post NBM plc, FAM adopts Jetu’s ‘Pangolin’ song for Women’s football league appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Your Excellency, Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera, In politics, timing is everything. So is perception. So is coalition-building. And as you prepare to submit your nomination papers, this is not just another election—it is the fight of your political life. I write not to flatter, but to reflect. Not as a bystander, but as one who […] The post OPINION | Why Mumba is the Right Choice for Chakwera to Avoid Re-run appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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.