Malawians want corruption to end. That is not up for debate. For decades, corruption has drained public resources and weakened state institutions. From the infamous Cashgate scandal to current controversies like the Amaryllis Hotel deal, citizens have watched billions disappear while services collapse. Hospitals lack drugs. Schools lack teachers. Roads remain unfinished. People are angry—and […] The post OPINION | Anti-Corruption or Performance? The Weakness in Alex Kamangila’s Crusade appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi banned raw mineral exports to capture more value. It lost almost all its mining revenue instead.  In October 2025 Malawi’s president signed Executive Order No. 2, banning the export of all raw, unprocessed minerals. The stated aim was to force domestic processing and capture more value. Within months mining revenue fell 89%. The government […] The post Ban First, Build Later: Malawi’s 89% lesson appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

SeedCo Malawi has contributed K10 million towards the procurement of dialysis and monitoring machines for kidney failure patients, supporting the Saulos Klaus Chilima (SKC) Foundation’s charity golf tournament on March 28, 2026, at Lilongwe Golf Club. SeedCo Malawi Finance Director Tawanda Ncube emphasized the importance of good health in economic development. “We want to assist […] The post SeedCo plants K10 million into SKC Charity golf appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) has appointed Brian Banda as its new Director General, the corporation’s board has announced. In a notice issued on 12 March 2026, the board said Banda is expected to report for duties on Monday, 16 March 2026, when he will assume full executive responsibility for the management and strategic direction […] The post Brian Banda Appointed MBC Director General appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A social media storm has erupted around the ongoing parliamentary probe into the controversial purchase of the Amaryllis Hotel, after lawyer Alexious Kamangila publicly accused the chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Baba Steven K. Malondera, of pocketing K65 million—an allegation he made without providing any evidence. The accusation surfaced on Facebook, where Kamangila […] The post Kamangila Accuses PAC Chair of Pocketing K65m—But Offers No Evidence as Malondera Fires Back appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Behind the high-profile title of the First Vice-Presidency lies a stark and unsettling reality for Justice Jane Ansah. While the public often associates such offices with opulence, the current state of the Vice-President’s official welfare is one of localized “austerity” that borders on the undignified. The recent request for a K2.42 billion additional allocation is […] The post The Silent Struggle of Veep Jane Ansah, the Second Citizen: Why the K2bn Request is a Matter of Dignity, Not Luxury appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Renowned policymakers, civil society organizations, development partners, researchers, and community representatives from across the African Region are expected to converge in Lilongwe from March 25-27, 2026, in Lilongwe, Malawi, for the 5th African Regional Conference on Loss and Damage. The Civil Society Network on Climate Change (CISONECC) will host the conference whose main aim is […] The post Malawi to host 5th African Regional Conference on loss and damage appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Maritime Organisation for Eastern, Southern and Northern Africa (MOESNA) has urged Malawi to urgently deepen cooperation with regional partners or risk remaining structurally sidelined from the global shipping industry that carries the bulk of world trade. MOESNA Secretary General Kassim Mpaata delivered the blunt message on Thursday in Lilongwe during the opening of a […] The post Regional maritime body warns Malawi: Cooperate or remain locked out of global shipping trade appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s manufacturing sector is expected to grow this year, bringing fresh hope for jobs, production and economic activity across the country. According to the 2026 Annual Economic Report by the Ministry of Finance, Economic Planning and Decentralisation, the sector is projected to grow by 2.5 percent in 2026, up from 1.8 percent in 2025. The […] The post Manufacturing sector expected to grow as Malawi’s key industries show signs of recovery appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s economic outlook may finally be showing a faint but important sign of relief, with the Reserve Bank of Malawi projecting a decline in inflation this year compared to the previous financial year. Speaking during the Monetary Policy Technical Forum held on Wednesday, 11 March 2026 at Club House in Lilongwe, the Bank’s Director of […] The post Light at the End of the Tunnel: Reserve Bank of Malawi Paints a Cautiously Positive Picture for the Economy appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau has defended its decision to clear the controversial K128.7 billion purchase of the Amaryllis Hotel, telling lawmakers that while the deal raised serious investment and governance concerns, investigators did not find evidence that it amounted to corruption under the law. Appearing before the Public Accounts Committee in Lilongwe, acting director general Gabriel […] The post Red Flags Everywhere, But No Corruption? ACB Defends Clearance of K128.7bn Amaryllis Hotel Deal appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Fresh revelations before Parliament’s oversight committee have cast further scrutiny on the controversial acquisition of the Amaryllis Hotel by the Public Service Pension Trust Fund (PSPTF), after Nico Asset Managers Limited disclosed that it had strongly advised against the transaction. Appearing before the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Nico Asset Managers Chief Executive Officer Daniel Dunga […] The post Nico Asset Managers Distances Itself from Amaryllis Hotel Deal, Tells PAC It Warned of Risks appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Police Service has confirmed that former Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) Director General George Kasakula is expected to appear before court on Friday to answer several criminal charges, including abuse of office, allegedly broadcasting advertisements without payment, and matters related to the procurement of a vehicle for the public broadcaster during his tenure. National […] The post Malawi Police say former MBC director George Kasakula to appear in court over abuse of office charges appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

At a time when public trust in Malawian institutions is not just fragile but fracturing, a quiet revolution is taking place within the walls of Parliament. It isn’t led by grandstanding or populist rhetoric, but by the steady, clinical precision of one man: Baba Malondera. As Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Malondera has […] The post The Amaryllis Surgeon: Why Malondera’s Masterclass is a Bitter Reminder of the Chakwera Era’s Biggest Mistake appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

After presiding over a period of rapid growth and institutional modernisation at the Malawi Confederation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry (MCCCI), outgoing president Wisely Phiri has announced that he will not seek a second term, saying he is now shifting his focus back to expanding his private businesses. Phiri leaves the helm of the […] The post After Transforming MCCCI and Driving Membership Growth, Wisely Phiri Declines Second Term appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A dramatic revelation has emerged in Parliament’s ongoing inquiry into the controversial K128.7 billion purchase of the Amaryllis Hotel by the Public Service Pension Trust Fund (PSPTF), after a key advisory firm admitted it is not a registered valuer, despite recommending that the hotel’s value be pegged between K115 billion and K145 billion. The disclosure […] The post Unregistered Firm Pegged Amaryllis Value at K145bn, PAC Told appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

After more than a month of uncertainty and growing public anxiety, Sameer Sacranie, the managing director of Crossroads Hotel, has resurfaced—walking back to his home late Tuesday night following a dramatic disappearance that shocked the country. Police confirmed that Sacranie, who was abducted in broad daylight last month, is now safe. National Police spokesperson Lael […] The post Abducted Crossroads Hotel MD Walks Home After Month in Captivity appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Businesswoman Triephornia Mpinganjira has forcefully defended her actions amid growing public debate surrounding the criminal case involving Feston Kenneth, stressing that the matter was never a personal dispute but a State-driven prosecution beyond her control. In a statement issued on March 10, Mpinganjira expressed concern over what she described as persistent speculation, commentary, and misleading […] The post Triephornia Mpinganjira Breaks Silence, Defends Her Position in Feston Kenneth Case appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Minister of Energy and Mining, Jean Mathanga, has reaffirmed the Malawian government’s commitment to creating a conducive environment for investors, stressing that private sector participation is pivotal in driving the nation’s development agenda. Speaking today during a visit to the Salima Solar Power Plant, operated by JCM Power, Mathanga hailed the company’s contribution to the […] The post Govt Pledges Support for Investors, Champions Renewable Energy and Community Development appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Operations of the railway system in southern Malawi were temporarily disrupted on Tuesday after officials from the Blantyre City Council, led by Mayor Isaac Jomo Osman, ordered the closure of offices belonging to Central East African Railways (CEAR) in Limbe, triggering a confrontation over alleged unpaid city rates. In a strongly worded public notice issued […] The post CEAR Accuses Blantyre City Council of Shutting Down Limbe Offices Without Proof of Debt appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Standard Bank of Malawi Plc has pumped in K20 million into the inaugural Saulos Klaus Chilima (SKC) Foundation Fundraising golf tournament slated for 28 March 2028 at the Lilongwe Golf Club. The SKC Foundation, a charity organisation established in memory of the late Vice President Saulos Klaus Chilima by his widow, Mary, aims to raise […] The post Standard Bank tees off SKC memorial golf with K20 million donation appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a startling revelation, frontline workers and junior employees at Liwonde National Park, one of Malawi’s premier wildlife reserves, are reportedly mobilizing for a potential for a big action to address mounting grievances. The unfolding situation sheds light on deep-rooted issues of corruption, inadequate resources, high levels of poaching, and deplorable working conditions that threaten […] The post Frontline workers at Liwonde National Park expose corruption and poor working conditions appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Government has commended the Jesuit Centre for Ecology and Development (JCED) for its tireless efforts in promoting environmental conservation, noting that the organization’s initiatives complement government strategies to protect Malawi’s natural resources. Chief Land Management Training Officer in the Ministry of Agriculture, Anderson Kawejere, made the remarks during a faith leaders’ workshop organized […] The post Malawi Government Lauds JCED for Promoting Environmental Stewardship Among Faith Leaders and Chiefs appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Congress Party (MCP) has officially confirmed that it owes the Blantyre City Council a total of K132 million in unpaid city rates and has pledged to settle the debt promptly. The acknowledgment comes after the council temporarily closed MCP’s offices in Blantyre for failure to honor city rental obligations. Party spokesperson Professor Jessie […] The post MCP Confirms K132 Million Debt to Blantyre City Council, Pledges Payment appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a significant turn of events for thousands of students and academic institutions, the High Court in Zomba has temporarily put a stop to a decision that had cast doubt on the validity of qualifications from the Business Management Education Centre (BMEC). Here is a breakdown of what is happening and why it matters. The […] The post A Legal Lifeline: High Court Pauses Ban on BMEC Qualifications appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a country where poverty and inequality remain deeply entrenched, the proposed national budget has sparked mixed reactions among stakeholders—offering both hope and concern about the future of Malawi’s children. During the presentation of key findings from the 2026–2027 Child Friendly Budget Analysis to the Parliamentary Cluster on Social and Community Affairs Committees and Local […] The post Budget of Hope and Despair as Malawi’s Children Are Left Behind appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawian gospel artist Davie Nkhoma, popularly known as Dazik, is showing no signs of slowing down. Barely a month after releasing the visuals for his song “Plan,” the fast-rising musician has returned with another powerful music video titled “Yesu”—a project that not only reinforces his spiritual message but also highlights his growing ambition in Malawi’s […] The post Dazik Raises the Bar with New Gospel Visual “Yesu” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Blantyre Mayor Isaac Jomo Osman has launched a bold crackdown on chronic tax defaulters, shutting down offices of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) and the Malawi Housing Corporation for failing to pay municipal taxes. The MCP offices, located in Chichiri, were closed after the party accumulated K132 million in unpaid taxes. The Malawi Housing Corporation […] The post Blantyre Mayor Closes MCP and Malawi Housing Corporation Offices Over Unpaid Millions of Tax Arrears appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi’s road infrastructure is under siege, with truck overloading causing devastating damage that costs the country up to K1.2 billion (USD 700,000) to repair just one kilometer of road, according to the Roads Authority (RA). Engineer Willard Kaunde, RA Director of Planning and Development, revealed the staggering figure today during a high-level monitoring visit at […] The post Truck Overloading Costs Malawi K1.2 Billion per Kilometer as Roads Face Premature Collapse appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In the world of Malawian glitz and glamour, they are already household names. MC Chris Loka commands the stage with his silver-tongued charisma, while Cecilia Loka transforms faces into masterpieces as one of the country’s most sought-after makeup artists. But today, the “Loka Power Dynamic” is making headlines for a different reason: they are officially […] The post Love, Logistics, and Luxury: How Power Couple Chris and Cecilia Loka are Revolutionizing Malawi’s Gift Delivery Business appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) is stepping up efforts to transform farming into a profitable business by promoting macadamia-based intercropping among rural communities. Through its Centre of Excellence in Transformative Agriculture Commercialization (TACE), the university is working directly with local farmers and young people to combine long-term macadamia production with short-term […] The post LUANAR Intensifies Intercropping Push Through Macadamia Production appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Registrar of Political Parties Kizito Tenthani has conceded that stamping out the entrenched culture of campaign handouts in Malawi’s elections remains a difficult task, warning that enforcement alone will not end a practice deeply embedded in the country’s political landscape. Speaking in an interview on the sidelines of an awareness meeting in Luwinga Ward in […] The post Ending Campaign Handouts No Easy Battle, Registrar Admits appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi has lost 573 exporting companies in 16 years, with the number falling sharply from 1,227 firms in 2009 to only 654 in 2025, according to the Finscope Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Survey 2025. The figures paint a worrying picture for the country’s economy, as fewer businesses are now able to sell products […] The post SHOCK DROP: Exporting Firms Fall by 47% — From 1,227 to Just 654 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has intensified its fight against graft by launching a surveillance vehicle that will patrol government offices identified as corruption hotspots, signaling a tougher and more visible crackdown on abuse of public office. ACB Acting Director General Gabriel Chembezi said the deployment marks a bold step in strengthening the bureau’s operations and […] The post ACB Rolls Out Surveillance Vehicle to Target Corruption Hotspots appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Civil Society Education Coalition (CSEC) has proposed that 10 percent of the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) be allocated specifically to improving education standards at constituency level, citing persistent underfunding and growing challenges in Malawi’s public education sector. The proposal comes at a time when the CDF has been increased to an unprecedented K5 billion […] The post Education Activists Proposes 10% of CDF for Education appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.