Grief has engulfed a family in Ntcheu and a community in Lilongwe following the tragic and violent death of 24-year-old Doreen Makwinja—a young woman whose life ended in a way that is now forcing painful questions about the safety of motorcycle taxis, popularly known as kabaza. Doreen, of Mphepo Zinayi in Magola Village, had travelled […] The post A Ride That Turned Fatal: Doreen Makwinja’s Death Exposes the Deadly Cost of Untrained Kabaza Riders appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

First Capital Bank (FCB) has sent a powerful message about the growing commercial value of Malawian football after unveiling a record K3 billion sponsorship deal with Nyasa Big Bullets—a move that could redefine the financial landscape of the domestic game. Announced in Blantyre on Friday night, the three-year agreement translates to K1 billion per season, […] The post K3 Billion Power Play: FCB’s Record Bullets Deal Signals New Era of Big Money in Malawian Football appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Government’s claim that it is “shocked” by reports of a fallout between President Peter Mutharika and Vice President Jane Ansah is raising more questions than it answers—fueling suspicion that the denial may be masking deeper tensions within the country’s highest office. On the surface, the official line is firm: there is no rift. […] The post ‘Shock or Strategy?’ Government on the Spot Over Mutharika–Ansah Rift Claims appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Mighty Wanderers FC head coach Bob Mpinganjira has embarked on an intensive three-week coaching attachment in Scotland, joining Glasgow-based side Partick Thistle in a move aimed at sharpening his tactical knowledge and elevating standards at the Blantyre giants. Mpinganjira, who left the country on Wednesday via Chileka International Airport, is already soaking in top-level European […] The post Mighty Wanderers Coach Mpinganjira Lands Scotland Attachment to Sharpen Tactical Edge appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A stark warning has been issued to Malawi: mine its minerals, yes—but not at the cost of its future. Speaking at the Annual General Meeting of the Malawi Law Society, UNDP Resident Representative Fennella Frost laid down a challenge that cuts to the heart of the country’s development agenda—prioritise environmental protection now, or risk irreversible […] The post UN Raises Alarm Over Malawi Mining Boom: Economic Promise vs Environmental Risk as Licences Surge Past 1,300 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Speaker of Parliament Sameer Suleman has announced a newly reconstituted 13-member ad hoc committee to investigate the tragic plane crash that claimed the life of former Vice President Saulos Chilima and several others, in what appears to be a carefully negotiated political reset after days of tension and uncertainty. The fresh committee lineup follows intense […] The post Speaker of Parliament Reconstitutes Chilima Crash Probe Committee as MCP Rejoins After Standoff appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Prophet Shepherd Bushiri on Thursday attended a pre-season training session for Goshen City Dedza Dynamos in Dedza, in a move that signals increased leadership involvement in the club’s preparations for the upcoming season. Bushiri, who is the Visionaire of Goshen City, interacted with players and members of the technical panel during the session, where he […] The post Bushiri Attends Goshen City Dynamos Training as Club Integrates Youth and Strengthens Technical Team appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

What both the United Democratic Front (UDF) and the United Transformation Movement (UTM) have done is not ordinary political positioning—it is a rare, necessary act of national conscience in a system that is increasingly becoming comfortable with institutional imbalance. Strip away the party colours, the rivalries, and the usual political noise, and a disturbing reality […] The post OPINION | Mutharika Must Come Clean: Does He Want Jane Ansah in His Government or Not? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

First Capital Bank (FCB) is set to officially unveil a “historic” sponsorship deal with Nyasa Big Bullets this Friday (March 28, 2026) in Ndirande Township, Blantyre, in what the bank describes as part of its continued commitment to supporting sports development in Malawi. The launch event will also feature the unveiling of the club’s new […] The post FCB to Unveil ‘Historic’ Bullets Sponsorship Deal Today appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Saulos Klaus Chilima (SKC) Foundation is set to host the SKC charity fundraising golf tournament tomorrow. Saturday 28 March 2026,  at the Lilongwe Golf Club, in a bid to raise funds to procure dialysis machines for strategic district hospitals in the country. Chairperson of the Organising Committee, Brian Coombes, said preparations for the tournament […] The post All set for SKC Charity Golf tourney appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Mighty Wanderers and Malawi National Football Team midfield engine, Blessings Singini, has been ruled out of the 25-man squad for the Mukuru Four Nations Tournament set for Francistown, Botswana, from March 28 to 31, 2026. Malawi coach Kalisto Pasuwa confirmed the development during a media briefing when he unveiled the final squad. Singini, who featured […] The post Singini Ruled Out of Four Nations Tournament Blow appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A stormy sitting of Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) on the controversial K128.7 billion Amaryllis Hotel deal has exposed not just the deep fractures in accountability over the transaction—but also a growing political defence line forming around Attorney General Frank Mbeta, led by legislator and lawyer Slyvestre Ayuba James. In a striking public intervention, James […] The post Ayuba James Rallies Behind Frank Mbeta as AG Clears His Name in Explosive Amaryllis’ Controversial Sale appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Telecom Networks Malawi (TNM) Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to investing in new network equipment as part of efforts to modernise its infrastructure and improve customer experience across the country. TNM Chief Executive Officer, Michel Herbert, made the remarks in Blantyre during a special tour by the company’s board of its Limbe shops. The visit […] The post TNM Reaffirms Multi-Million Dollar Investment in Network Upgrade to Improve Customer Experience appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A tighter, more revealing account of the controversial K128.7 billion acquisition of Amaryllis Hotel places the office of Attorney General Frank Mbeta squarely within the chain of events that shaped the outcome, exposing a level of involvement that goes beyond his repeated public denials of authorising or endorsing the transaction. Appearing before Parliament’s Public Accounts […] The post Amaryllis Hotel Deal Exposed: How Attorney General Intervened, Halted the Process, and Shaped a Controversial K128.7 Billion Transaction Despite Denying Approval appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Critics are piling pressure on President Peter Mutharika to move beyond assurances and take decisive action over the controversial purchase of Amaryllis Hotel, warning that failure to act will reinforce public distrust in the fight against corruption. Despite the President’s recent declaration that he will not shield any corrupt officials and is closely following the […] The post Critics Demand Action as Pressure Mounts on Peter Mutharika Over Amaryllis Hotel Deal appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A dramatic and potentially scandalous turn has emerged in Parliament, where suspended Public Service Pension Trust Fund principal officer George Jim has admitted that powerful external pressure—linked directly to former Secretary to the President and Cabinet Colleen Zamba—forced him to fast-track the controversial purchase of the Amaryllis Hotel. Appearing before the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) […] The post George Jim Tells Parliament He Was Pressured by Colleen Zamba to Fast-Track K128.7 Billion Amaryllis Hotel Deal Without Board Approval appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) has acknowledged ongoing fuel supply disruptions across parts of the country, attributing the situation to logistical challenges while firmly dismissing fears of a nationwide shortage. In a statement dated 24 March 2026, MERA said it is aware of growing public concern over intermittent fuel availability, as well as widespread […] The post MERA Admits Fuel Supply Disruptions but Insists No National Shortage as Logistics Delays Hit Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In what signals a clear show of unity at the top of government, Second Vice President Enock Chihana has publicly affirmed a strong and cordial working relationship with President Arthur Peter Mutharika following a high-level meeting at State House in Lilongwe. In a rare and deliberate move, Chihana took to his official Facebook page to […] The post Chihana, Mutharika Show United Front After Talks at State House appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Government has identified men as a major obstacle in the fight against Tuberculosis (TB) and leprosy, citing low health-seeking behaviour as a key factor slowing progress in controlling the diseases. Secretary for Health and Sanitation, Dan Namarika, made the remarks on Tuesday during the commemoration of World TB Day and Leprosy Day held […] The post Government Urges Men to Seek Medical Care as TB and Leprosy Fight Faces Behavioural Challenge appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A deepening power struggle is unfolding within Malawi’s ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), with multiple senior sources indicating that President Arthur Peter Mutharika has demanded the immediate resignation of his Vice-President, Jane Ansah, in what insiders describe as a calculated move to control presidential succession. According to well-placed sources, the demand is not an isolated […] The post DPP power struggle intensifies as Mutharika reportedly pushes Vice-President Ansah to resign amid fears over succession appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has donated K 20 million to AGE Africa to support the education of underprivileged girls, in a move aimed at keeping more learners in school. Speaking during the cheque presentation on Tuesday , NBM plc Senior Legal Manager, Mercy Mulele said the Bank recognises the importance of investing in […] The post NBM plc donates K20 million to support girl-child education appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A major governance scandal has erupted after suspended Public Service Pension Trust Fund principal officer George Jimu told Parliament that the fund was pushed into making decisions without a legally constituted board—raising serious questions about legality and abuse of authority at the highest level. Appearing before the Public Accounts Committee, Jimu revealed that the fund […] The post Pension Fund Scandal: Officials Accused of Forcing Illegal Decisions Without Board appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Parliament has passed the 2026/2027 National Budget, approving a total allocation of K10.978 trillion for government expenditure following weeks of intense scrutiny, debate, and detailed vote-by-vote consideration of allocations. The approval comes after the completion of the Committee of Supply stage—one of the most critical phases in the budget process—where Members of Parliament (MPs) examined, […] The post Parliament Passes K10.978 Trillion 2026/27 Budget After Weeks of Scrutiny and Debate appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Miss Malawi 2025, Thandi Chisi, has added another milestone to her growing list of achievements after being recognized as one of Wealth Magazine Malawi’s 100 Influential Women 2026. The recognition places her among some of the country’s most impactful women across various sectors who are driving change and transforming lives in their communities. Reacting to […] The post Miss Malawi 2025 Thandi Chisi Named Among Wealth Magazine’s 100 Influential Women 2026 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

National Oil Company of Malawi (Nocma) has donated K200Million towards the Emergency Response Programme targeting communities affected by recent heavy rains and floods following floods which started from 14 March, and ended on 18 the same month. Speaking at Capitol Hill in Lilongwe, NOCMA Director of Finance Sophia Mkandawire said the country is committed to […] The post Nocma donates K200Mn towards humanitarian response appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

FDH Bank Plc has recognised outstanding netball players for their exceptional performances in the FDH Premier Netball League, marking the end of a competitive season that started in August last year. The awards ceremony, held on March 22 at the Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) Sports Complex, celebrated players and officials who stood out […] The post FDH Bank Rewards Top Netball Stars as Blue Eagles Dominate Season Awards appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A major conservation effort by the Government of Malawi, supported by the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW), is close to transforming life for communities around Kasungu National Park. With more than 133 kilometres of protective fencing now in place, human-wildlife conflict is reducing across much of the park’s perimeter. The project, backed by MWK […] The post Kasungu fence nears completion, bringing hope to border communities appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Minister of Local Government and Rural Development Ben Phiri is set to step onto the global stage as a key speaker at a high-level forum on health communication leadership, hosted by the USC Center on Communication Leadership and Policy. The international forum will convene senior fellows from across Africa—Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi and South Africa—creating a […] The post Honourable Ben Phiri Takes Local Health Messaging to Global Stage appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A powerful proposal from Parliament has ignited a sweeping push to overhaul Malawi’s mining sector, with lawmakers demanding higher fees, tougher fines, and a shift to charging foreign investors in United States dollars. The Parliamentary Cluster Committee on Agriculture, Irrigation, Natural Resources and Climate Change says the current system is failing the country—leaving Malawi with […] The post Parliament Proposes Higher Mining Fees and Dollar Payments for Foreign Investors to Boost Malawi’s Revenue and Forex appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The appointment of Engineer William Kaipa as Chief Executive Officer of Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) is facing intense scrutiny after key elements of his publicly presented professional profile failed to withstand independent verification. Kaipa, who is expected to assume office on April 1, 2026, was introduced as a “distinguished Professional Engineer” with over […] The post New ESCOM CEO Pick Under Fire as Kaipa’s Claimed Mega-Project Experience Fails Basic Verification Checks appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

 FDH Bank Plc has hailed the inaugural FDH Premier Netball League as a major success following the end of the competition at Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) Sports Complex in Blantyre. The first-ever season ended in style, with Blue Eagles Sisters crowned champions after completing an extraordinary unbeaten campaign. The police outfit sealed the […] The post FDH Bank impressed with inaugural FDH Premier Netball League appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Dowa-based Mponela FC have been crowned champions of the inaugural National Bank of Malawi (NBM) Under-23 Championship after defeating Karonga United Reserves 3-2 through post-match penalties in an exciting final played at Champion Stadium in Mponela. The closely contested match ended goalless in regulation time, with both sides creating numerous scoring opportunities but failing to […] The post Mponela FC clinch NBM U-23 Championship  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Government has effectively dismantled several targeted development funds and merged them into one enlarged Constituency Development Fund (CDF), now rebranded as the Reformed CDF (RCDF), fundamentally changing how local development will be financed. Under the new structure, the District Development Fund (DDF), Water Resources Fund, Infrastructure Development Fund (IDF), and Hospital Rehabilitation Fund have all […] The post Govt scraps key development funds, folds them into single new CDF pot worth over K1.1 trillion appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

​The Board of Directors of the Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) Limited has announced the appointment of Engineer William Kaipa as the Corporation’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective 1st April 2026. In a statement signed by chairperson of the Board Alfred Nhlema, the strategic move follows a deliberate and carefully considered board process aimed […] The post ESCOM Appoints Global Energy Expert as CEO appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Finance Minister Joseph Mwanamveka is facing mounting scrutiny after failing to directly address detailed allegations by social media activist and lawyer Alex Kamangila linking him to black market foreign exchange dealings. Kamangila alleges that Mwanamveka handled millions of dollars outside formal banking systems, including an alleged US$8 million transaction, raising serious questions about abuse of […] The post Mwanamveka Caught Off Guard as He Dismisses Forex Black Market Claims Without Answering Key Allegations appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.