Malawi Congress Party (MCP) is entering a dangerous political phase—not because of external opposition pressure, but because of an increasingly uncomfortable internal question it refuses to answer honestly: can the party move forward while still orbiting around Lazarus Chakwera? Reports that the former president and MCP leader is positioning himself to remain influential toward 2030 […] The post MCP Without Chakwera Is Progress: Why a Once-Powerful Party Must Stop Recycling a Failed Presidency appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

FDH Bank Plc has launched the FDH Graduate Start-Up Programme in partnership with the Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) to support young entrepreneurs in transforming innovative ideas into viable businesses. The programme was launched at the TFM Centre of Excellence in Blantyre and builds on the Bank’s growing collaboration with academic institutions, following […] The post FDH Bank, MUST partner on Graduate Start-Up programme  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The High Court of Malawi Commercial Division in Blantyre has formally recognised Aubrey Chitimbe trading as Agro Light Trading as the sole distributor of KeenBooster fertilizer in Malawi following a legal settlement involving multiple parties, including the Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA). The agreement was reached in Commercial Case No. 55 of 2025 before Honourable Justice […] The post Court declares Agro Light sole KeenBooster distributor as Chipanga Traders blocked, MRA barred from processing rival fertilizer imports appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The High Court Commercial Division in Blantyre has exposed what could become one of the most controversial fertilizer import disputes in recent months after a court-sanctioned settlement blocked Chipanga Traders from importing KeenBooster fertilizer and compelled the Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) to stop processing rival imports of the product. The explosive settlement, filed under Commercial […] The post MRA exposed in fertilizer import scandal as court blocks Chipanga Traders and declares Agro Light sole KeenBooster distributor appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Managing Director of Luthando Holdings Limited, Hendrix Laher, has launched a fierce and emotional attack on what he describes as a powerful forex cartel involving some businesspeople and banks, accusing them of worsening Malawi’s economic suffering while misleading the public over the Electronic Invoicing System (EIS). In a strongly worded public statement, Laher defended the […] The post Luthando Holdings Boss Explodes Over EIS Debate, Accuses Powerful Forex Cartel of “Bleeding Malawians Dry” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Media Institute for Southern Africa (MISA) Malawi Chapter President Golden Matonga has hailed FDH Bank for consistently support the Misa awards gala for eight consecutive years. Speaking in an interview acknowledging FDH Bank’s K5 million support to MISA-Malawi for the Awards gala during the World Press Freedom Day celebrations at the weekend in Salima, Matonga […] The post MISA-Malawi hails FDH Bank for consistent support appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Zimbabwe says it is in the process of returning 67 farms that were seized during the country’s controversial land reform programme, marking a major shift in policy as the government pushes to rebuild relations with Western nations and secure international debt relief. The farms belong to nationals from Denmark, Switzerland, Germany and the Netherlands, countries […] The post Zimbabwe to Return 67 Seized European-Owned Farms in Bid to Repair Western Relations and Unlock Debt Relief appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Fear and confusion have spread among men living under Senior Chief Ngabu in Chikwawa after reports emerged that some men are allegedly experiencing mysterious incidents in which they claim their private parts suddenly disappear or shrink after interacting with strangers. According to people who spoke toNyasatimes, panic intensified in recent days after a bicycle businessman […] The post Panic in Ngabu as Men Claim Private Parts Are Mysteriously Disappearing appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi today is a nation weighed down by exhaustion. Prices of essential goods continue rising beyond the reach of ordinary citizens. Youth unemployment is crushing hope. Businesses are collapsing under economic pressure. The cost of fuel, fertilizer, transport, and food keeps climbing while salaries remain stagnant. Corruption scandals dominate headlines. Public trust in leadership is […] The post Can the UDF Still Be Malawi’s Answer? Looking at Today’s Crisis, Many Malawians Are Beginning to Wonder appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Internal political tensions within the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) have resurfaced after outspoken lawyer and party member Christopher Ndalama publicly questioned the continued influence of former President Lazarus Chakwera, arguing that the party may no longer be benefiting meaningfully from his leadership. In a widely circulated social media post, Ndalama expressed frustration over being excluded […] The post MCP lawyer Christopher Ndalama questions Chakwera’s influence, says party cannot benefit from former President appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi is set to take a major step toward innovation-driven development on 13 May 2026 when the Government, in partnership with the United Nations Technology Bank for the Least Developed Countries (UNTB), officially launches the Technology Needs Assessment (TNA). The launch marks a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to achieve the Malawi 2063 Vision […] The post Malawi Set to Launch Technology Needs Assessment to Drive Malawi 2063, Target Innovation-Led Growth appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Former cabinet minister and politician Atupele Muluzi has sparked fresh national debate after calling for a bold televised public conversation on Malawi’s political direction, corruption, governance failures and economic future. In a strongly worded statement shared on social media, Muluzi said Malawians must stop fearing honest conversations about the country’s past, present and future, arguing […] The post “Malawi Must Rise”: Atupele Muluzi Calls for National Televised Dialogue on Corruption, Politics and Malawi’s Future appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Founder of Life International Church, Prophet Amos Kambale, has announced that this Sunday, May 10, 2026, he will host what he calls “International Connections Sunday” — a service he says will focus on prayer for opportunities and connections beyond Malawi’s borders. Without fully disclosing what the event will involve, Prophet Kambale has instructed attendees to […] The post Prophet Kambale Claims Extraordinary Powers to Connect People Internationally appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A noticeable shift is taking place in how lifestyle and wellness events are being experienced in Malawi, and the upcoming BeMore Race scheduled for June 20, 2026 appears to reflect that evolution. Traditionally known as a vibrant gathering for runners, families, and fitness enthusiasts, the BeMore Race is now also emerging as an example of […] The post BeMore Race 2026 Signals Shift as Digital Payments Take Centre Stage in Malawi’s Wellness Events appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Civil rights grouping Malawi-Led Black Economic and Empowerment Movement (MaBLEM) has called on authorities to immediately shut down the controversial Amaryllis Hotel as investigations into its controversial purchase continue to drag on. The grouping has accused owners Yusuf Investments of displaying what it described as “unruly behaviour” by allegedly snubbing appearances before the Parliamentary Committee […] The post MaBLEM Calls for Amaryllis Hotel Shutdown Amid Ongoing Probe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Government of Malawi says it will intensify efforts to strengthen family-based care systems, scale up child reintegration programmes nationwide, expand foster care and adoption services, and improve regulation of child care institutions through the Child Protection Management Information System. Deputy Minister of Gender, Children, Disability and Social Welfare, Martha Mzomera Ngwira, made the remarks […] The post Govt Focuses on Strengthening Family-Based Care Systems, Scaling Up Reintegration Nationwide appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Member of Parliament for Mzimba Central Constituency, Vitumbiko Mumba, has emphasized that equipping young people with digital skills is no longer optional, but an essential gateway to the future in an increasingly technology-driven world. Mumba made the remarks following his donation of 20 desktop computers to Echilumbeni Community Day Secondary School on Wednesday, describing the […] The post Vitumbiko Mumba Donates 20 Computers to Echilumbeni CDSS, Pushes for Digital Revolution in Rural Schools appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

At a time when Malawi continues to wrestle with poverty, weak public systems, and uneven development, one of its sons is quietly working to connect global policy thinking with the realities on the ground back home. Chimwemwe Salie Hara is not a household name. He does not command rallies or dominate headlines. But in policy […] The post Chimwemwe Salie Hara: A Malawian Voice Bridging Policy and People appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi has earned about $12.8 million (around K22.3 billion) from tobacco sales in just the first two weeks of the 2026 marketing season, but farmers are still facing major challenges due to high rejection rates and low satisfaction with prices. According to data from the Tobacco Commission, a total of 5.97 million kilograms of tobacco […] The post Tobacco Earns K22.8 Billion in Two Weeks, but High Rejection Rates Raise Concern for Farmers appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Something unusual is happening across Malawi. Shop doors are staying closed. Business owners are stepping back from their own counters. Shelves are stocked, but tills are silent. At the centre of this quiet protest is a new system introduced on May 1, 2026—the Electronic Invoicing System (EIS), rolled out by the Malawi Revenue Authority under […] The post ANALYSIS | Inside Malawi’s VAT Shake-Up: Why Shops Are Closing, Why Government Is Pushing Hard, and What It Means for Your Money appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Mining and Minerals Regulatory Authority (MMRA) has responded to calls from the Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI) over how the Kangankunde Rare Earth Mining project should be classified, a decision that could reshape how one of Malawi’s biggest mineral resources is managed. In a letter dated April 28, 2026, the MMRA […] The post MMRA Reviews Kangankunde Mining Project as Calls Grow to Upgrade It to Large-Scale Status appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi government says it has received more than 200 desperate calls from Malawians living in South Africa, begging to be brought back home after a new wave of xenophobic violence. The violence, reported in cities like Johannesburg, Durban and Pretoria, has left many foreign nationals living in fear. People have been attacked, beaten, threatened, […] The post More Than 200 Malawians Cry for Help as Fear and Violence Spread in South Africa appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi has recorded a rise in suicide cases in the first three months of 2026. Police figures show that 95 people died by suicide, up from 92 cases during the same period in 2025. At first glance, this increase of 3 cases may look small. But experts say it is serious—and a sign of a […] The post Suicide Cases Rise Again in Malawi — Small Increase, Bigger Warning Sign appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

When President Peter Mutharika returned to power in October 2025, he brought back Joseph Mwanamveka to Ministry of Finance to fix an economy that was already in serious trouble. Inflation was above 20 percent, the Malawi kwacha was weak, fuel and foreign currency were in short supply, and public debt was dangerously high. It was […] The post Stability on Paper, Suffering in Reality: Is Mwanamveka Worsening Malawi’s Economic Crisis? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In Malawi, tampering with electricity infrastructure can land an ordinary citizen in prison for years. But in Limbe, one of the country’s most prominent property developers allegedly brought down part of the power grid—and to this day, has not been held accountable. At the centre of this troubling story is Faizal Aboo, a Limbe-based businessman […] The post K500 Million Ignored, Limbe Left in Darkness: How Faizal Aboo Walked Away Unpunished After Power Grid Collapse appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Arthur Peter Mutharika has concluded his nearly month-long working stay in Blantyre and is expected to return to the capital, Lilongwe, after a series of high-level engagements focused on economic recovery, investment mobilisation, and national stability. During his extended stay in the southern region, the President held strategic discussions with key international and domestic […] The post Mutharika Wraps Up Month-Long Blantyre Stay, Courts Global Investors and Reaffirms Economic Recovery Agenda appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A South Africa-based Malawian lawyer has issued a blunt warning: Malawi’s fight against corruption is being quietly sabotaged by fear, silence, and a dangerous legal gap that leaves whistleblowers exposed. Francis Nyarai Ndende, a legal and governance expert working across Africa on anti-corruption systems, says the country is operating without one of the most critical […] The post Fear, Silence and Billions Lost — SA-Based Malawian Lawyer Demands Whistleblower Law to Break Corruption Cycle appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Minister of Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Chimwemwe Chipungu, on Tuesday commissioned the construction of the Ntchisi Land Registry offices at a function held at the District Headquarters, with support from the World Bank. The project, valued at approximately K965 million—nearly K1 billion—is expected to be completed by 2027. Speaking during the ceremony, Chipungu stressed […] The post Minister Chipungu Commissions K1 Billion Ntchisi Land Registry Project appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

There is a wave of excitement across Malawi’s sporting community following the decision by FDH Bank plc to resume its sports sponsorships after weeks of uncertainty. The Bank announced on Monday that it has lifted the temporary suspension of its sponsorship deals after engaging the Super League of Malawi (SULOM) and other key stakeholders, a […] The post Excitement as FDH Bank Resumes Sports Sponsorships After Breakthrough Talks appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

FDH Bank plc has expressed pride over its overall victory at this year’s Bankers Sports Day, held at Silver Stadium in Lilongwe, following a strong all-round performance across both team and individual disciplines. The Bank dominated in several categories, securing first place in both the women’s and men’s tug of war. FDH Bank plc also […] The post FDH Bank dominates Bankers’ Sports Day appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Health authorities and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Ntchisi district have intensified calls for more partners to support the training and expansion of Mother Care Groups (MCGs), describing the initiative as critical to sustaining gains under the Strengthening Immunization Project being implemented by the Malawi Health Equity Network (MHEN). Since its inception, the project has […] The post Health Authorities, CSOs in Ntchisi Rally for More Partners to Expand Mother Care Groups appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) has strongly criticised traders who have closed their shops in protest against the Electronic Invoicing System (EIS), a new tax collection system that has replaced the Electronic Fiscal Devices (EFD). Speaking during a press briefing in Blantyre, MRA Commissioner General Felix Tambulasi said it is surprising that traders are resisting […] The post MRA blasts traders over shop closures, says EIS is not negotiable appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The High Court (Financial Crimes Division) has dismissed an application by Yusuf Investments Limited seeking to fully unfreeze bank accounts linked to the controversial purchase of the Amaryllis Hotel by the Public Service Pension Trust Fund (PSPTF), in a ruling that keeps key funds under restriction as investigations continue. The matter, heard under Miscellaneous Application […] The post High Court Refuses Full Unfreezing of Yusuf Investments Accounts in Amaryllis Hotel Dispute, Citing Ongoing ACB Investigation appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Football Association of Malawi (FAM) has stepped up efforts to lure investors into football, positioning the sport not just as a passion, but as a viable and potentially lucrative business opportunity. For years, Malawi’s corporate sector has kept its distance from football sponsorship—a sharp contrast to the 1980s and early 1990s when companies were […] The post FAM Targets Corporate Malawi to Revive Football Sponsorship and Turn the Game into a Profitable Investment appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Spokesperson for Prophet Shepherd Bushiri, Aubrey Kusakala, has issued a stern warning to individuals accused of manipulating and distorting content involving the prophet on social media, declaring that those responsible will face legal consequences once identified. In a strongly worded statement, Kusakala said there is a growing trend of people using advanced digital tools to […] The post Bushiri’s Spokesperson Warns of Legal Crackdown on Online Content Manipulation Targeting Prophet’s Image appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.