The Malawi National Football Team, the Flames, head into tonight’s World Cup qualifier against Liberia with confidence renewed, and much of that belief rests on the shoulders of star striker Gabadinho Mhango. Mhango was instrumental in Malawi’s 2-1 victory over Namibia on Friday in Francistown, Botswana, scoring one of the goals that ended the Brave […] The post All Eyes on Gabadinho as Flames Target Liberia appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

UTM Party president Dalitso Kabambe has promised transformative development for the Northern Region if elected president in the September 16 General Election. Speaking on Friday in Mzimba at the close of his campaign tour of the North, Kabambe—an economist and former Reserve Bank of Malawi governor—outlined a bold vision anchored in economic recovery, decentralised budgeting, […] The post Kabambe Pledges Bold Development Plan for the Northern Region appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The death of Vice-President Saulos Chilima in June 2024 left Malawi’s political landscape shaken and riddled with unanswered questions. Among the most compelling is this: had he lived, would Chilima have stood with his former boss Peter Mutharika of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), or maintained his 2020 pact with President Lazarus Chakwera of the […] The post ANALYSIS | Between Chakwera and Mutharika, Who Would Chilima Have Backed if He Were Alive? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Justice Dr. Jane Ansah, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential running mate, has electrified her home turf of Ntcheu North West, unveiling an ambitious package of reforms and development pledges as she rolled out the party’s manifesto at Kanyimbo Primary School. Ansah, who is simultaneously contesting as Member of Parliament for the constituency, declared that […] The post DPP Running Mate Jane Ansah Storms Ntcheu, Vows Free Education and K5 Billion Constituency Fund appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

At just 37, Vasco Mqobi Madhlopa has become one of the most talked-about figures in Malawi’s political and social landscape. To some, he is a bold reformer with the audacity to shake up the status quo. To others, a fearless preacher whose life is a testimony of redemption and resilience. But to the youth, he […] The post PROFILE | Vasco Mqobi Madhlopa: The Pastor, Entrepreneur and Politician Daring the Impossible appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  Former President Peter Mutharika, who is contesting in the September 16, 2025 presidential elections, has declared that he is running to “rescue Malawians” from what he described as a country in deep crisis. Speaking yesterday, Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Chiponde, Mangochi District, Mutharika said Malawi is “broken” but pledged to restore stability through […] The post Mutharika Vows to ‘Rescue Malawi’ Ahead of September 16 Elections appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  The Independent Civil Society (ICS) has raised alarm over what it calls the “persistent and ill-timed” release of opinion polls in the run-up to the September 16 tripartite elections. Speaking at a press briefing on Saturday at Mphatso Motel in Mzuzu, ICS Chairperson Caesar Kondowe said the timing of the polls could discourage some […] The post Independent Civil Society Warns Opinion Polls Could Fuel Voter Apathy appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) Electoral Observation Mission (SEOM) has commenced a four-day training for its observers in Lilongwe ahead of Malawi elections to be held on 16 September. Malawi Ministry of Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary responsible for Legal Affairs, Mary Kachale said the training for Sadc Observers is very important as it will […] The post SADC, EISA trains electoral observer team ahead of Malawi elections appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Agriculture Services Managers Network (AGRINET) has been officially inaugurated to bring together diverse perspectives and forge shared path on agriculture services among local councils. The network alongside the First-ever conference and Symposium of Managers from local councils has been facilitated by Malawi Local Government Association (MALGA) under the theme: “Catalyzing Agricultural Transformation: Enhancing Community […] The post Agriculture network for local council managers launched appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Muslims in the country have been urged to be at the forefront in maintaining peace and harmony before, during and after the country’s forthcoming tripartite elections slated for September 16, this year. The call was made in Blantyre on Friday during this year’s Meelad(Ziyarra) celebrations organised by the Limbe Muslim Jamaat in conjunction with the […] The post Muslims urged to uphold peace and harmony towards the elections appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Least Developed Countries for Effective Adaptation and Resilience (Life AR) a project to strengthen climate resilience and adaptation has assured communities of continued support to its activities despite funding gap following the pull out of United States of America (USA) from the initiative. The initiative is spearheaded under LDC group to respond to climate crisis […] The post Life AR initiative assures communities of continued support despite the pull out of US government appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The latest nationally representative survey from the Institute for Public Opinion and Research (IPOR) indicates a significant shift in voter intentions, revealing that incumbent President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera and the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) are gaining decisive momentum in the final weeks of the campaign period. While the survey shows a competitive race, the most […] The post Chakwera Gains Significant Momentum in Final Moments, IPOR Survey Reveals appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Unions representing workers in some state parastatals have threatened that they will lead scores of their members in a nationwide strike if the Government of Malawi does not implement a 30 percent salary increment they are demanding. The threat, contained in a letter the unions addressed to the Comptroller of Statutory Corporations Peter Simbani, has […] The post Public service disruption! Parastatals unions to hold strike over salary increment appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Results of a new survey by the Institute of Public Opinion and Research (IPOR) have revealed that President Lazarus Chakwera is the most recognized presidential candidate in Malawi. Chakwera is enjoying a comfortable awareness rate of 85%. Peter Mutharika of DPP is the second most popular candidate with a recognition rate of 79%, while Atupele […] The post Chakwera most popular candidate – New survey reveals appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  The Malawi National Football Team, the Flames, reignited their World Cup hopes on Friday after stunning Namibia 2-1 at Obert Itani Chilume Stadium in Francistown, Botswana, in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. Despite sitting second from the bottom of Group H with 9 points from 7 games, the Flames showed grit and firepower […] The post Flames scorch Namibia in Botswana appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A leaked press statement by individuals calling themselves “Shadow MPs and Councilors” of the Odya Zake Alibe Mulandu movement has exposed what appears to be a calculated scheme to smear and weaken Vice President Dr. Michael Usi ahead of the September 16 elections. The statement, riddled with wild accusations and contradictions, reads less like the […] The post Dirty Plot Unmasked: Shadow MPs Used as Pawns to Bring Down Dr. Usi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

National Food Reserve Agency (NFRA) has with immediate effect increased maize buying prices to motivate farmers and traders to deliver more maize to the agency. NFRA Chief Executive Officer (CEO) George Macheka said this at a press conference this morning in Lilongwe. Specifically, Macheka says they have raised the prices from 1100 to 1280 kwacha […] The post NFRA rewards farmers with heft maize price increment appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s fiscal story in recent years has been one of crisis stacked upon crisis. Tropical Storm Ana and Cyclone Gombe in 2022, Cyclone Freddy in 2023, and a brutal drought in 2024 battered the economy, crippling agriculture, disrupting supply chains, and tearing at an already fragile financial system. As donor support dwindled, the government’s fiscal […] The post Tech at the Core: How Digital Tools Are Powering Malawi’s Revenue Mobilization Drive appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) has raised alarm over gaps in fairness and professionalism in how broadcasters are covering the 2025 general elections, warning that biased or inflammatory reporting risks undermining democracy. In its Election Broadcast Monitoring Report, MACRA says monitoring officers reviewed political content aired by national, regional, and community broadcasters in the […] The post MACRA Flags Bias, Hate Speech in Election Coverage appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Lazarous Chakwera is today opening Mwanza stadium which is expected to improve sports development and other social activities related to sports in the district. Chakwera commissioned construction of the stadium in January 2024. Director of Lands and Public Works for Mwanza, Eric Nyekanyeka said the stadium will engage young people into sporting activities thereby […] The post Chakwera opens Mwanza stadium to promote sports and economic activities appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The only female presidential candidate in the September 16 general elections, Dr Joyce Banda, proved once again on Tuesday that she is a force to be reckoned with. Taking her campaign to T/A Kabudula at Kapinga School Ground in Lilongwe district, the former president drew a massive crowd that cheered her message of hope, resilience, […] The post JB Blazes Trail in Lilongwe: Resilient, Strong and Unstoppable appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Prophet Shepherd Bushiri has once again demonstrated his unwavering commitment to Malawi’s education sector by pledging additional financial support to struggling students, building on efforts initiated by local artist Emmie Deebo. Deebo recently announced on his social media platforms that he had mobilized funds to support 200 out of 600 needy students who had applied […] The post Bushiri Boosts Emmie Deebo’s Bursary Drive, Hundreds of Students to Benefit appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A dark conspiracy is unfolding in the shadows of Malawi’s democracy. Nyasatimes has uncovered confidential information that exposes a secret deal between the British government operatives and the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) to release a fabricated opinion poll this Friday, claiming the DPP is heading for a 62 percent landslide victory—just days before Malawians cast […] The post EXCLUSIVE | Britain’s Plot to Disorganize Malawi’s Election Exposed: Secret Poll Designed to Trigger Post-Elections Violence Set to be Released this Friday appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

First Capital Bank (FCB) plc has handed over a K19 million cheque to Silver Strikers following their 2-0 victory against FCB Nyasa Big Bullets in the Bank’s 30th anniversary celebration on June 29. FCB’s chairman, Hitesh Anadkat, who graced the celebrations promised to spoil the champions with K1 million cash to the players and technical […] The post FCB plc give Silver Strikers K19 million for FCB 30th Anniversary win appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The UTM’s presidential candidate Dalitso Kabambe has pledged to restore Malawi’s economy to strength and ensure that fertilizer will not cost more than K50,000. Speaking at a whistle-stop rally in Chituka, Nkhata Bay South, Kabambe urged voters to rally behind him and the party’s parliamentary candidate, Matthews Mtumbuka, in the September 16 elections. Kabambe told […] The post If you Vote us, Fertiliser Will be Sold at K50 000, says UTM’s Dalitso Kabambe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Large crowds are excepted to warmly welcome President Lazarus Chakwera in Ntcheu district where he will hold whistle stops at seven constituencies to directly connect with the crucial Ngoni voters. During the tour, Chawkera is expected to persuade people of Ntcheu to vote him back into government so that his administration can continue with the […] The post Chakwera storms Ntcheu to connect with Ngoni voters appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Explosive revelations point to a political truth many Malawians have whispered but never fully confronted: before his tragic death in June 2024, Vice President Saulos Klaus Chilima (SKC) had already resolved to back President Lazarus Chakwera’s re-election in 2025—not to run against him, and certainly not to return to Peter Mutharika’s fold. Close aides and […] The post OPINION | Before His Death, Chilima Had Already Chosen Chakwera Over APM—And 2025 Would Have Proven It appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi may be topping African charts in fertiliser consumption, but the country remains a nation of short people, a new continental report has revealed—reminding policymakers that tall maize alone does not make tall children. The Africa Food Systems Report (AFSR 2025), launched this week at the Africa Food Systems Forum in Dakar, Senegal, notes that […] The post Malawi’s Fertiliser Surge Fails to Produce Tall Children—Report appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi has taken another major leap in modernizing its passport system by rolling out a fully digital registration process, a move expected to end the long queues that have historically plagued Immigration Department offices. Starting immediately, Malawians at home and abroad can complete the entire application process online, while from next week, payments will also […] The post Malawi Moves Passport Registration Fully Online, Digital Payments to Roll Out Next Week appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Alliance for Democracy (AFORD) has launched a scathing attack on the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), accusing the ruling party of spreading lies, engaging in violence, and abusing state power to silence opposition voices. In two strongly-worded statements released on Tuesday, AFORD dismissed allegations made by MCP’s Secretary General that the party orchestrated violence and […] The post AFORD Hits Back at MCP, Accuses Ruling Party of Lies, Violence and Intimidation appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Head of Cooperation at the European Union (EU) delegation to Malawi, George Dura, has commended National Initiative for Civic Education (NICE) Public Trust fostering and entrenching democracy and good governance through political debates during election periods. Dura made the remarks at Mbinzi LEA School in Lilongwe where he led a team of EU officials in […] The post EU commends NICE for fostering participatory democracy through political debates appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera is back on the campaign trail, touring several constituencies in Mchinji district and parts of Lilongwe rural with a decisive push for votes in MCP strongholds. Chakwera meets and greets voters at: Lilongwe Kumachenga constituency – Four Ways TC of Hon. Ching’onga Lilongwe Likuni constituency – Mpingu TC of Hon. […] The post Chakwera invades Lilongwe Rural, Mchinji with decisive push for votes appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The British Government is under heavy fire for commissioning last-minute election surveys in Malawi, a move analysts have branded reckless, manipulative, and a direct threat to the country’s fragile democracy. With Malawians heading to the polls on September 16 to elect a President, Members of Parliament, and Ward Councillors, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office […] The post Britain Accused of Meddling in Malawi’s Elections with “Toxic” Last-Minute Opinion Poll Set to be Released this Friday appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Africa Food Systems Forum 2025 (AFSF) opened today in Dakar with a resounding call from African leaders, development partners, and youth innovators to turn the continent’s vast agricultural potential into a driver of food security, climate resilience, and economic transformation. Hosted by Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, the five-day summit has drawn more than […] The post Leaders Call for Urgent Action to Transform Agriculture at Africa Food Systems Summit appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

At a time when Malawi is battling crippling forex shortages, rapper and Tourism and Cultural Ambassador Tay Grin has explained how he managed to achieve the extraordinary: securing the foreign currency needed to bring African music giants Awilo Longomba and Wizkid to perform in the country. For weeks, questions have swirled about whether such high-profile […] The post Tay Grin Explains How He Secured Forex to Bring Awilo and Wizkid to Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.