For months, the Amaryllis Hotel acquisition dominated national debate, triggered investigations by multiple institutions, led to frozen bank accounts and raised serious questions about the management of public pension funds. Today, however, the once high-profile inquiry appears to be drifting into uncertainty, fueling fears that one of Malawi’s biggest public-interest investigations could quietly fade away […] The post Is This the End of the Amaryllis Hotel Probe? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As the United States marks 250 years of independence, a cloud of uncertainty hangs over thousands of Malawians hoping to study, receive medical treatment, conduct business or visit family in America. While Foreign Affairs Minister George Chaponda has expressed concern over the tightening US visa regime, the emerging developments are also raising uncomfortable questions about […] The post US Visa Restrictions Expose Malawi’s Growing International Credibility Problem appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi has received a major vote of confidence from the United States after Washington pledged up to $792 million (about K1.4 trillion) in health sector support over the next five years, a commitment expected to strengthen healthcare delivery, save lives and support the country’s development agenda. The landmark pledge was announced yesterday during celebrations marking […] The post US Commits K1.4 Trillion Health Package in Major Boost for Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawians have received another encouraging economic boost after commercial banks reduced the reference lending rate for June to 20.4 percent, down from 20.6 percent in May. The latest reduction extends a steady downward trend that has seen the benchmark rate fall from 25.2 percent in January to 20.4 percent in June—a drop of nearly five […] The post Reference Lending Rate Falls From 25.2% To 20.4% In Six Months appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

FDH Bank Plc says its entry into the Mozambican market marks a major step in its long-term strategy to build a stronger regional financial services group and support cross-border trade across Southern Africa. Speaking on Thursday during the bank’s 19th Annual General Meeting (AGM),  FDH Plc Managing Director Noel Mkulichi said the acquisition of a […] The post FDH Bank Plc deepens regional footprint with Mozambique expansion strategy appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a scathing critique of the country’s political and economic architecture, United Democratic Front (UDF) President Atupele Muluzi has pulled back the curtain on what he calls the “rentier system,” accusing a powerful, self-serving elite of actively sabotaging national development to line their own pockets. Drawing from his past tenure as Minister of Health (2016–2019), […] The post Profiteering from Pain: Atupele Muluzi Exposes the ‘Rentier’ Elite Stifling Malawi’s Health and Economic Progress appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Public scrutiny is intensifying after the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Fostino Maele, discontinued yet another high-profile corruption case involving senior figures linked to the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), raising renewed questions about accountability in politically sensitive prosecutions. The discontinued case involved former Cabinet ministers Charles Mchacha and Symon Vuwa Kaunda, former Chief Secretary […] The post Amidst Public Questions, DPP Fostino Maele Discontinues Yet Another Court Case Involving Ruling Party Officials appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Seasoned lawyer Alan Chinula has chosen Milala Primary School in Mzimba to benefit from a donation of K10 million from Standard Bank Plc following his retirement from the board of the Malawi Stock Exchange-listed bank. Chinula, a Senior Counsel (SC) retired from the bank’s board after serving for 11 years. Standard Bank Plc has a […] The post Standard Bank director donates K10M to school appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Environment Protection Authority (MEPA) has mounted a strong defence against accusations that it is delaying the approval of the proposed Mulalo Granular Fertilizer Production Factory in Mchemela, Dowa, insisting that the facts show the regulator has acted within the timelines prescribed by law and that the major delays have originated from the project […] The post MEPA Clears the Air on Mulalo Project Delays appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

There is growing outrage and disbelief following the appointment of murder suspect Paul Limbani Taulo as Chief Executive Officer of the Smallholder Farmers Fertilizer Revolving Fund of Malawi (SFFRFM), a critical state institution responsible for managing fertilizer support for millions of vulnerable smallholder farmers. The appointment, announced by the Board of Trustees under Professor Moses […] The post Shock as Govt Appoints Murder Suspect Taulo as CEO for SFFRFM appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Peter Mutharika administration’s decision to slash Malawi’s diplomatic appointments from 193 to 139 is not merely an administrative adjustment—it is a dramatic attempt to stop a financial drain that has been quietly costing taxpayers billions of kwacha every year. An analysis of government figures and diplomatic entitlement packages shows that the elimination of 54 […] The post Mutharika’s Diplomatic Knife Cuts K7.4 Billion a Year From Foreign Missions Bill appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The government is facing mounting questions over its decision to impose new import tariffs on some of Malawi’s most commonly used medicines, with officials maintaining a conspicuous silence even as fears grow that ordinary citizens could soon be forced to pay more for life-saving treatments. In a move approved by Parliament through the 2026/27 National […] The post Medicines Tax Shock: Government Silent as New Tariffs Threaten to Push Up Drug Prices appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A fertilizer manufacturing plant that promised to transform Malawi’s agricultural sector and potentially end the country’s dependence on imported fertilizer remains idle months after its projected launch date, with regulatory hurdles emerging as the latest obstacle. Business magnate Napoleon Dzombe has revealed that there is still no clear timeline for the commencement of operations at […] The post Fertilizer Dream Stalled as Dzombe’s Mega Plant Awaits Environmental Approval appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The inclusion of the University of Malawi (Unima) in the prestigious 2026 Centre for World University Rankings (CWUR) Global 2000 Rankings has been hailed as a national achievement. However, beneath the celebrations lies a troubling reality: Malawi’s flagship university is steadily slipping down the global rankings. Unima remains the only Malawian university among the world’s […] The post Unima Ranking Sparks Concern Over Malawi’s Global Academic Competitiveness appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Government has unveiled an ambitious economic recovery blueprint that seeks to fundamentally transform how the country produces food, earns foreign exchange and finances development, marking what officials describe as a decisive break from years of economic stagnation. At the heart of the National Economic Recovery Plan (Nerp) 2025-2030 is a dramatic shift away […] The post Government Shifts From Subsidies to Mega Farms in Bid to Revive Economy appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The government has abruptly withdrawn journalist Aubrey Sumbuleta from Malawi’s diplomatic appointments list, triggering questions and speculation after authorities failed to provide any explanation for the dramatic last-minute decision. Sumbuleta was scheduled to appear before Parliament’s Public Appointments Committee (PAC) in Lilongwe yesterday for confirmation hearings as Malawi’s High Commissioner-designate to Tanzania. But before he […] The post Government Pulls Sumbuleta From Diplomatic List Without Explanation appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In one of the most far-reaching fiscal accountability measures in recent years, the Ministry of Finance, Economic Planning and Decentralisation has frozen payments on government contracts signed over a two-year period, raising fresh questions about how billions of kwacha in public resources may have been committed. The directive, issued by Secretary to the Treasury Cliff […] The post Treasury Suspends Funding for Government Contracts Signed Between 2023 and 2025 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

FDH Bank plc has rewarded 25 customers with K100,000 each in the second draw of its ongoing ‘Swipe to Mauritius’ Promotion, as the bank continues encouraging cashless transactions through its Point-of-Sale (POS) network. The draw conducted on Tuesday, the lucky customers walked away with cash prizes after qualifying through transactions made on FDH Bank POS […] The post FDH Bank plc rewards 25 customers in second ‘Swipe to Mauritius’ promo draw appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Tech firm Datacom Malawi Limited, has supported the ICT Association of Malawi (ICTAM) ICT 2026 expo with K10 million donation. Speaking during the cheque presentation ceremony in Lilongwe on Tuesday, Datacom Managing Director Moses Nthakomwa, emphasised the company’s commitment to supporting Malawi’s digital transformation agenda. “Datacom believes that Malawi’s digital future depends on strong collaboration […] The post Datacom supports ICTAM expo with K10 million donation appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Blessings Banker Mgomezulu, an aspiring parliamentary candidate for Mzimba Luwerezi Constituency in the 2030 General Elections, has called on political leaders to prioritize investments in education, healthcare and economic opportunities for young people, saying Malawi’s future depends on an empowered and productive youth population. Mgomezulu made the remarks against the backdrop of growing concerns over […] The post Mgomezulu Calls for Greater Investment in Youth as Key to Malawi’s Future appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Residents and motorists in Blantyre are growing increasingly concerned over the deteriorating condition of Kamba Bridge, a key transport link connecting Kamba and Mount Pleasant townships, after large cracks emerged on the structure, raising fears that it could become a serious safety hazard if urgent action is not taken. A visit to the bridge by […] The post Fears Grow as Deep Cracks Appear on Kamba Bridge, Raising Spectre of Disaster appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

American online payment company PayPal has introduced a new digital currency called PayPal USD (PYUSD) in Malawi and 26 other African countries. The move is expected to make it easier, faster and cheaper for people and businesses to send and receive money across different countries. According to PayPal, the digital dollar is already available in […] The post PayPal Introduces Digital Dollar to Malawi and Other African Countries appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi women’s football superstar Temwa Chawinga has broken her silence and fiercely defended her decision to miss the Scorchers’ upcoming international friendly matches against Tanzania, insisting that honesty should not be mistaken for a lack of patriotism. The decision by the US-based striker to excuse herself from national duty sparked intense debate among football fans, […] The post Temwa Chawinga fires back at critics: “I could have faked an injury, but I chose to be honest” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A major shift is underway in Africa’s development financing, with African leaders backing a bold new plan designed to reduce the continent’s dependence on foreign donors and unlock billions of dollars from African savings and investments. The new initiative, known as the New African Financial Architecture for Development (Nafad), was endorsed last week by governors […] The post New AfDB financing model offers Malawi lifeline from donor dependence appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Six weeks into Malawi’s tobacco marketing season, farmers have earned about K120 billion ($68 million) from tobacco sales. But despite hopes for a stronger season, the latest figures show the industry is still lagging behind last year’s performance. Data from the Tobacco Commission (TC) indicate that growers have sold 32.7 million kilogrammes of tobacco at […] The post Malawi’s tobacco market improves, yet earnings remain below 2025 levels appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Office of the President and Cabinet (OPC) recently issued a press release that was ostensibly meant to calm a nervous nation. Instead, it did the exact opposite. By launching a defensive, deeply flawed broadside against public skepticism, Chief Secretary Justin Saidi did not douse the flames of rumors regarding President Peter Mutharika’s grasp on […] The post ANALYSIS | CABINET OF SHADOWS: Who is Truly Steering the Ship of State? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

From the dusty pitches of Chiwembe to the elite stadiums of the South African Premier Soccer League (PSL), Frank “Gabadinho” Mhango has always carried the weight of a nation’s expectations on his shoulders. But as the 2025/26 DStw Premiership season ground to a thrilling halt—with Orlando Pirates snatching the title from Mamelodi Sundowns by a […] The post How Gabadinho Mhango’s Injury Shattered Richards Bay’s MTN8 Dreams and Left Malawi Wondering ‘What If?’ appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Enterprise Development Fund (MEDF) has officially launched an ambitious K100 billion loan disbursement programme aimed at unlocking access to affordable capital for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across the country, in what is being described as one of the largest empowerment financing initiatives in recent years. The nationwide rollout was announced on […] The post MEDF Rolls Out K100 Billion Loan Disbursement to Empower Malawian Entrepreneurs appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

First Capital Bank (FCB) has partnered with Hashtag Fitness to promote and develop padel sport in Malawi through the launch of the FCB Padel Cup, a week-long tournament that will bring together players from across selected African countries. As part of the partnership, FCB has invested K40 million towards the staging of the inaugural tournament, […] The post FCB, Hashtag Fitness partner in K40 million in Padel sport development appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Employees at the Blantyre Water Board (BWB) have broken their silence on the ongoing leadership wrangle between Chief Executive Officer Yeremia Chihana and the institution’s board of directors, warning that the escalating conflict is crippling operations, demoralizing staff and threatening the utility’s ability to deliver water services to the public. In a strongly worded letter […] The post BWB Workers Demand Urgent Resolution to Chihana-Board Power Struggle, Warn Operations at Risk appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Rather than limiting the celebration of Africa Day to a single date on the calendar, Standard Bank Malawi dedicated an entire week to honouring the continent’s rich heritage, cultural identity and shared aspirations, engaging communities across the country in a vibrant campaign that celebrated what it means to be Malawian. Under the theme “We’re in […] The post Standard Bank Marks Africa Day with Week-Long Celebration of Malawi’s Culture, Identity and Growth appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As Malawi joined the rest of the world in commemorating World No Tobacco Day 2026, the Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) Alliance Malawi issued a strong warning over what it describes as increasingly aggressive tactics by the tobacco and nicotine industry to lure children and young people into addiction. Marking the global observance under the theme “Unmask […] The post NCD Alliance Malawi Sounds Alarm as Tobacco Industry Targets Youth, Urges Nation to ‘Unmask the Appeal’ appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has given away 20 Malawi National Women Football team jerseys as part of the first activation of its ‘Guess the Scorchers WAFCON Jersey’ promotion held at Chichiri Shopping Mall Service Centre in Blantyre on Friday. To emerge winners, the 20 customers correctly identified the Scorchers’ jersey displayed outside the […] The post NBM plc gives 20 Scorchers’ jerseys in ‘Waku WAFCON’ promo appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A disturbing revelation that chemicals meant for embalming dead bodies may be finding their way into Malawi’s food chain has triggered alarm within Parliament, with the Parliamentary Public Accounts Committee (PAC) warning that weak regulation and theft of medical supplies are putting the lives of ordinary Malawians at risk. PAC Chairperson Steve Malondera says the […] The post Alarm as Embalming Chemicals Allegedly Used to Preserve Fish: PAC Demands Action appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

 In a high-stakes constitutional showdown that tests the limits of executive power, the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has dug in its heels, refusing to implement a presidential directive to relocate its headquarters until the courts rule on the legality of the order. The standoff places the country’s independent election referee in direct opposition to the […] The post MEC Awaits High Court Ruling on Whether President Has Constitutional Power to Relocate Electoral Body appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.