Private lawyer John-Gift Mwakhwawa has defended the Malawi Police Service for publicly parading and interrogating six suspects in the murder of Kamuzu University of Health Sciences lecturer Dr Victoria Bobe, calling the exercise a necessary and legitimate investigative procedure. “There is nothing inherently wrong with the suspects describing the crime on camera, provided they were […] The post Renowned lawyer Mwakhwawa backs police public reconstruction in Dr Bobe murder case appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Prophet Shepherd Bushiri has been honoured as Philanthropist of the Year at the prestigious Zikomo Africa Awards, held Wednesday night in Tanzania, in recognition of his remarkable contributions to community development across Africa. Bushiri, through the Goshen City Trust and the Shepherd Bushiri Foundation, has invested over K5.8 billion this year alone in initiatives ranging […] The post Prophet Shepherd Bushiri named Philanthropist of the Year at Zikomo Africa Awards appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has donated K120 million worth of food and non-food items to health, education and social welfare institutions across the country in the first half of its annual ‘12 Days of Christmas’ initiative. The donations are part of the Bank’s broader K250 million festive season package, which is running from […] The post NBM plc spends K120 million so far in ‘12 Days of Christmas’ initiative appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The long-running power struggle over control of the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) has flared up again, exposing deep and unresolved fault lines between Parliament and local councils, with President Peter Mutharika now holding the decisive card. The Malawi Local Government Association (Malga) has reaffirmed its outright rejection of the CDF Bill passed by Parliament, warning […] The post CDF War Refuses to Die: Parliament, Councils Lock Horns as Mutharika Holds The Key appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Two senior legal practitioners have issued a sharp warning to the Malawi Police Service, arguing that the highly publicised decision to parade murder suspects at the crime scene in the killing of Kamuzu University of Health Sciences lecturer and Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital doctor, Dr Victoria Bobe, risks fatally weakening the prosecution’s case. The caution […] The post Police crime-scene blunder risks sinking Dr Bobe murder case, lawyers warn appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A growing practice known as wa visa, in which sex workers engage in unprotected sex with trusted, higher-paying clients, is emerging as a key driver of Malawi’s HIV epidemic, health experts and advocacy groups have warned. The practice is common along major transport corridors and trading centres, including Zalewa, a busy junction linking Malawi to […] The post ‘Wa Visa’: High-Pay Unsafe Sex Driving HIV Risk Nationwide appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi has suffered a major credibility blow in the management of public infrastructure after scoring a paltry 25.41 points in the newly released Infrastructure Transparency Index (ITI)—far below the international average and trailing behind regional peers. The Construction Sector Transparency Initiative (CoST), operating under the Construction Industry Regulatory Authority (CIRA), on Wednesday released its first-ever […] The post Malawi Tumbles in Infrastructure Transparency Index, Scores a Meagre 25 Points appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Night fell softly over Lilongwe, the kind of quiet that usually signals rest and safety. But along the Dr Saulos Klaus Chilima Highway, that silence was shattered by a tragedy so sudden and so final that it would leave families broken and a city grieving. Two vehicles—a Ford Ranger and a Nissan X-Trail—met in a […] The post The Road That Never Let Them Return Home appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a quiet village outside Zomba, 52-year-old Esther Mponda resolved a land dispute not in court, but under a mango tree. After her brother seized part of her family’s field, she bypassed police and magistrates entirely, taking her case to the Village Headman. Within two days, the matter was settled. Her story reflects a growing […] The post Justice at a Crossroads: As Faith in Courts Fades, Malawi Turns to Village Chiefs Amid Corruption, Delays, and Bias appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The growing influence of social media is being blamed for a sharp rise in divorce cases in Chitipa District, where 645 marriages collapsed this year alone, according to court records. Figures released by Second Grade Magistrate Mike Lungu during an end-of-year District Executive Committee (DEC) meeting held at the Chitipa District Council show that 573 […] The post Social Media Pressure Blamed as Divorce Cases Surge in Chitipa appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Minister of Labour Joel Chigona has said technical colleges play a crucial role in contributing to national development. He made the remarks on Tuesday during a familiarisation tour at Soche Technical College in Blantyre to appreciate the role that the country’s oldest technical training college has played. Chigona, therefore, appealed to technical training colleges in […] The post Labour Minister says technical colleges crucial to development appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi Local Government Association (MALGA) is holding its 2025 Local Government Authorities extraordinary General Assembly under the theme: Rejuvenating the Status of Decentralisation and Local Development in Malawi: Looking for the Future with Renewed Hope underway in Lilongwe. The Assembly will also validate the 2025-2030 strategic plan for the association. Speaking during the opening of […] The post MALGA holds Annual General Assembly, validates 2025-2030 Strategic Plan appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Two of Old Mutual Malawi’s subsidiaries emerged overall winners at the inaugural Institute of Marketing in Malawi (IMM) Super Brand Awards held on 12 December at Amaryllis Hotel in Blantyre. Old Mutual Life Assurance Company was recognised as the Best Life Insurance Company, while Mthunzi Funeral Services received top honours in the funeral services category. […] The post Institute of Marketing in Malawi awards Old Mutual, Mthunzi Funeral Services as best life insurance and funeral service providers appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Minister of Local Government and Rural Development Ben Phiri has questioned the relevance and performance of local government authorities in Malawi. Speaking in Lilongwe during the opening of the Extraordinary Annual General Assembly of the Malawi Local Government Association (MALGA), Phiri challenged councillors and district commissioners to move beyond ceremonial roles and deliver tangible results […] The post Minister Phiri challenges councils to deliver results beyond titles appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Mangochi Police spokesperson, Amina Tepani Daudi, has expressed concern over the increasing number of accidents in the district, particularly those involving motorcycle riders. Speaking during a briefing on the police safety measures for the upcoming festive season, Tepani Daudi highlighted the dangers posed by reckless motorcycle riding. “It is very concerning that motorcycles are […] The post Mangochi Police Raise Alarm Over Rising Motorcycle Accidents During Festive Season appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a baffling twist that raises urgent questions about government oversight, Malawi is reportedly exporting maize to Zambia through Mchinji District—despite a formal maize export ban and ongoing plans by Lilongwe to import the very same staple from its neighbour. The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) confirmed in its November 2025 Maize Market Report […] The post Malawi Exporting Maize to Zambia Amid Import Plans—Who’s Watching the Borders? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The marginal drop in the cost of living recorded in November is being cited as an early quick win under policies associated with current president Arthur Peter Mutharika’s administration, following signs of easing pressure on household expenses. According to the Consumer Association of Malawi (CAMA) Cost of Living Report, the cost of living decreased by […] The post Cost of Living Dip Seen as Early Quick Win for Mutharika Government appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Standard Bank Group has become the first African bank to participate directly in China’s Cross-Border Interbank Payment System (CIPS), marking a major milestone in facilitating Africa–China trade and cross-border transactions. The system is designed to provide a more efficient, low-cost and convenient way to conduct international Renminbi (RMB) payments and serves as an alternative to […] The post Standard Bank Connects to China Payment System appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The United States has moved to restrict entry of Malawian nationals using certain visa categories, with the measures taking effect from 1 January 2026, in a decision that reflects growing concern over visa abuse and border control. The restrictions target Malawians travelling to the US on business and tourist visas (B-1 and B-2), student visas […] The post US slams visa brakes on Malawians over rising overstays appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Prophet Milward Nyangulu of the Synagogue Pentecostal Church has delivered a K44 million boost to Home of Hope Childcare Centre in Mchinji, donating 400 bags of maize valued at K24 million alongside K20 million in cash to support the centre’s operations. Speaking after the handover on Sunday, Home of Hope founder Reverend John Chipeta described […] The post Prophet Milward Nyangulu injects K44 million lifeline into Mchinji childcare centre appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Christmas has arrived, bringing celebrations across the world. This is a major holiday, celebrated on December 25th, marks the birth of Jesus Christ for Christians worldwide. As the year comes to an end, people are preparing for celebrations, with many receiving bonuses and benefits from their workplaces or businesses. The holiday season brings joy and […] The post Christmas is Here: Spend Wisely, Experts Warn appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

For months, Malawi’s security and oversight machinery has been locked in what multiple independent sources describe as a relentless, centrally driven campaign to criminalise former Finance Minister and Leader of the Opposition, Honourable Simplex Chithyola Banda—a campaign that has so far produced no evidence, no charges, and no wrongdoing. Instead, it has exposed what critics […] The post Inside the State’s Failed Hunt: How DPP Unleashed Institutions to Break Simplex Chithyola — and Hit a Wall appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  In a move set to transform retail payments in Malawi, Airtel Money has partnered with Farmers World to introduce a seamless digital payment solution across the company’s 90 outlets nationwide. This partnership allows customers to pay for groceries, household goods, and other essentials conveniently and securely using Airtel Money. Thokozani Kamkondo Sande, Airtel Money […] The post Airtel Money Partners with Farmers World to Roll Out Cashless Shopping Nationwide appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

ECG The Jesus Nation Church has announced that its highly anticipated 2025 Crossover Prayers will be held in Lilongwe, setting the stage for a major spiritual and economic event as Malawians usher in the New Year. In a statement released on Tuesday, the church said the prayers will take place at the Auction Holdings Limited […] The post Bushiri’s ‘Night of Victory’: Over 15,000 Expected in Lilongwe as ECG Crossover Prayers Promise Spiritual Power and Economic Surge appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Farmers in Dowa District have applauded the government for the swift and affordable provision of fertiliser through the Farm Input Subsidy Programme (FISP), calling it a lifeline in the fight against food insecurity. Masta Jevala, a first-time FISP beneficiary from Chilombo Village, Traditional Authority Msakambewa, said the programme has prioritised ultra-poor households, giving hope to […] The post Dowa Farmers Hail Government’s Timely Fertiliser Delivery Under FISP appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Renowned businessman Leston Mulli has urged Malawians to remember loved ones with joy and gratitude, saying celebrating life helps families cope better with loss and mental health challenges. Speaking after the Mulli Memorial Show held over the weekend at Horo Ground in Phalombe, Mulli said grief is natural but should not overshadow the good memories […] The post “We Choose Joy Over Tears”: Leston Mulli Honours His Late Father by Celebrating Life appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Reports have emerged that the Malawi Police Service, acting on instructions from higher authorities, is reportedly executing a search warrant at the farm of Simplex Chithyola, former Finance Minister and current Leader of the Opposition, in Kasungu. The investigation allegedly centers on unfounded claims that Chithyola misappropriated public funds, including billions from the National Economic […] The post BREAKING NEWS: Opposition Leader Simplex Chithyola Targeted as Police Descend on Kasungu Farm appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Like a lion lying low in the tall grass — silent, observant, and deliberate — independent Member of Parliament for Mzimba Central, Hon. Eng. Vitumbiko A.Z. Mumba, emerged from police custody this week not with a roar, but with a warning. Speaking after a Lilongwe court granted him bail, Mumba struck a tone of restraint […] The post Like a Resting Lion, Mumba Watches as Government Stumbles appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In politics, noise is often mistaken for power. Silence, however, can be far more unsettling — especially when it comes from someone who has proven, time and again, that he knows how to roar. Hon. Eng. Vitumbiko A.Z. Mumba’s statement after being granted bail was not a victory speech. It was not defiance. It was […] The post ANALYSIS | The Politics of Silence: When a Resting Lion Is More Dangerous Than a Roaring One appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As music lovers in Lilongwe gear up for a pre-Christmas celebration, emerging songstress Angellah Masiku is set to mark a major milestone in her music career with the launch of her debut album titled Muzandilira Amunanga. The highly anticipated album launch concert, organized by Max Promotions, will take place on Wednesday, 24 December, at Water […] The post Emerging Songstress Angellah Masiku to Launch Debut Album at Pre-Christmas Concert appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s tea production dropped sharply in the third quarter of the year, but the country earned more money from tea exports, according to new figures from the Reserve Bank of Malawi. Tea output fell to 4.7 million kilogrammes, down from 13.4 million kilogrammes in the previous quarter. This represents one of the lowest production levels […] The post Tea Production Falls Sharply, but Malawi Earns More Money appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Youth rights and governance advocate Charles Kajoloweka has once again made a bold statement on ethical leadership, turning down a high-profile government board appointment. Kajoloweka declined his appointment to the board of the Technical, Entrepreneurial and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TEVETA), citing concerns over maintaining independence, accountability, and public trust. In a formal letter […] The post Youth Advocate Charles Kajoloweka Rejects TEVETA Board Appointment, Citing Principles and Integrity appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As police tighten the noose on top opposition figures, explosive allegations have emerged suggesting that senior Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) officials may be secretly cutting cash-for-amnesty deals with members of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP)—a claim that, if proven, would expose staggering hypocrisy at the heart of government. The rumours, now circulating widely, allege that […] The post Allegations of ‘Cash-for-Amnesty’ Rock DPP as Arrests Trigger Panic appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s courts on Monday became the latest battlefield in a fast-escalating political and legal storm involving top figures of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), as separate rulings exposed the gravity—and complexity—of cases facing the opposition leadership. At the Lilongwe Senior Resident Magistrate’s Court, Vitumbiko Mumba and MCP spokesperson Jessie Kabwila were granted bail in a […] The post Bail, Hospital Orders and Heavy Charges: MCP Leaders Face Turbulent Court Battles in Lilongwe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Political and governance experts have welcomed President Peter Mutharika’s decision to establish a Good Governance Unit, but caution that without clear authority, professional staffing and firm links to government ministries, the initiative could easily slide into irrelevance—joining a long list of well-intentioned but ineffective public sector reforms. Analysts warn that Malawi’s history is littered with […] The post Experts Warn: Mutharika’s New Governance Unit Risks Becoming Another Hollow Reform appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.