A cloud of sorrow has engulfed families and health officials in Zomba after the body of a man who went missing when a boat capsized on Lake Chilwa was finally recovered, bringing a heartbreaking end to desperate hopes that he might still be alive. Police officers from the marine unit at Kachulu confirmed that the […] The post Grief as Missing Health Worker Found Dead After Boat Tragedy on Lake Chilwa appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A Malawian-linked couple and their relative are facing an uncertain legal future in South Africa after being accused of orchestrating a massive Covid-19 relief fund fraud scheme involving more than R26 million meant for unemployed and struggling workers during the pandemic. The three accused—Fumu Mkalira Cifu Msiska, 48, his wife Gladness Msiska, 48, and Bongani […] The post Malawian-Linked Couple, Relative Face Over 4,000 Fraud Charges in South Africa’s R26 Million Covid-19 Scandal appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A major overnight security operation by the Malawi Police Service and the Malawi Defence Force (MDF) has led to the arrest of 14 people in Nsundwe Trade Centre in Lilongwe, in what authorities describe as an ongoing crackdown on criminal activities in the area. The late-night raid uncovered drums of fuel suspected to have been […] The post Police, MDF Raid Nsundwe in Major Crackdown, Arrest 14 Over Suspected Illegal Fuel and Counterfeit Beer Operations appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A high-level delegation from the Saudi Fund for Development is in Malawi on a major fact-finding mission aimed at paving the way for financing key national infrastructure projects, including the long-awaited Blantyre District Hospital and the Mangochi-Makanjira Road. Government says the projects are expected to begin in the 2026/27 financial year as part of broader […] The post Saudi Fund Set to Finance K90 Billion Malawi Infrastructure Projects Including Blantyre Hospital and Mangochi Road appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The African Union has expressed deep concern over the escalating Ebola outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, warning that the disease poses a growing risk of spreading across the African continent if urgent containment measures are not intensified. In a press statement released on Sunday from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Chairperson of the […] The post African Union Raises Alarm Over Ebola Outbreaks in DRC and Uganda appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi is now spending more than 700 million US dollars annually on fuel imports while earning less than 400 million US dollars from tobacco exports, exposing a massive forex gap that Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) officials say lies at the heart of the country’s deepening economic and foreign exchange crisis. Appearing before Parliament’s Government […] The post Malawi Spends Over $700 Million on Fuel While Tobacco Earns Less Than $400 Million as Forex Crisis Worsens appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Government has acknowledged facing serious financial constraints in paying contractors under the nationwide security housing programme, revealing that it is now prioritising payments based on the level of project completion as delays continue to mount across multiple construction sites. Minister of Lands, Housing and Urban Development Chimwemwe Chipungu made the admission on Friday after […] The post Govt admits delays in contractor payments for nationwide security housing programme appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Nine people are feared to be at risk after a boat belonging to the Zomba District Health Office capsized on Lake Chilwa in Zomba this morning, in a sudden incident that has triggered a search and rescue operation involving marine police. Zomba District Health Office spokesperson Arnorld Mndalira confirmed the incident, saying the boat overturned […] The post Nine lives at risk as Zomba Health Office boat capsizes on Lake Chilwa appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

At least 2,449 Malawians have returned home from South Africa within just 17 days at Mwanza Border and 11 days at Dedza Border as renewed xenophobic violence tightens fear and panic among foreign nationals living in the Rainbow Nation. Statistics gathered from the country’s two main entry points from South Africa show a sharp rise […] The post Over 2,449 Malawians flee South Africa as xenophobic attacks intensify appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Member of Parliament for Lilongwe Chilobwe, Lawrence Chakakala Chaziya, has handed over a newly constructed girls’ hostel at Kamzimbi Community Day Secondary School (CDSS) and a clinic at Mang’a in a move aimed at improving education and healthcare services in the constituency. Speaking during the official handover ceremony at Kamzimbi CDSS in Lilongwe, Chakakala Chaziya […] The post Chakakala Chaziya hands over girls’ hostel, clinic to boost education and healthcare in Lilongwe Chilobwe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Government has pledged continued support for the eight survivors of the tragic Zimbabwe bus crash that killed 17 Malawians earlier this month, with authorities promising medical care, financial assistance and safe transportation back home. Chief Secretary Dr. Justin Adack Saidi returned to Malawi on Friday after visiting the injured survivors in Zimbabwe, where […] The post Malawi Government pledges full support for 8 survivors of deadly Zimbabwe bus crash appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As Malawi joins the rest of the world in commemorating World Hypertension Day on May 17, health experts have warned that nearly half of adults living with high blood pressure in the country do not know they have the condition, exposing them to life-threatening complications such as stroke, heart disease and kidney failure. The Non-Communicable […] The post NCD Alliance Malawi says 46% of adults unaware they have high blood pressure appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Minister of Transport and Public Works Jappie Mhango has urged the contractor working on the M1 road upgrade project in Lilongwe to speed up construction works, saying government will move to clear outstanding payment certificates to help meet an October 2026 completion target. Speaking after an inspection visit this week, Mhango said he was encouraged […] The post Minister Jappie Mhango urges contractor to accelerate M1 road construction works appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Pressure is mounting on the government of Peter Mutharika to publicly account for billions of kwacha reportedly saved through austerity measures introduced in November 2025, as critics accuse the administration of hiding crucial financial details from struggling Malawians. While the Ministry of Finance, Economic Planning and Decentralisation insists the expenditure controls have generated “huge savings” […] The post Pressure mounts on Mutharika government to explain ‘mystery savings’ from austerity measures appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A special parliamentary committee established to investigate the plane crash that killed former Vice President Saulos Chilima and eight others on June 10, 2024, has today officially started its investigations into the tragedy. As part of the inquiry, the committee is this afternoon expected to visit Kamuzu International Airport in Lilongwe to gather information and […] The post Parliamentary committee begins investigations into Chilima plane crash appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Parliamentary Public Accounts Committee (PAC) wants the government to start giving some Constituency Development Fund (CDF) construction projects to the Malawi Housing Corporation (MHC) to help revive the struggling State-owned institution. Speaking after meeting MHC management in Blantyre on Saturday, PAC chairperson Steve Malondera said the committee is proposing that MHC should handle some […] The post PAC pushes for Malawi Housing Corporation to get part of K5 billion CDF projects appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Director of Administration in the Ministry of Energy and Mining, Martin Nkasala, has unveiled an aggressive government plan aimed at transforming Malawi’s mining sector into one of the country’s biggest drivers of economic growth within the next five years. The government says mining, which currently contributes less than one percent to Malawi’s Gross Domestic Product […] The post Mining Director Martin Nkasala Unveils Aggressive Plan to Push Malawi’s Mining Sector to 10% GDP Contribution appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Forum for Democracy and Rights Defenders (FDRD) has condemned the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) over what it described as an unauthorized wreath-laying ceremony at the Kamuzu Mausoleum in Lilongwe, warning that the incident risks politicizing a national heritage site and undermining the rule of law. In a statement dated May 15, 2026 and signed […] The post FDRD Condemns MCP Over ‘Unauthorized’ Kamuzu Mausoleum Ceremony appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Former State President Dr Lazarus Chakwera’s greatest political service to the Malawi Congress Party may no longer be to lead it. It is to leave it. That is not an argument for erasing his contribution. It is an argument for protecting it. Chakwera carried MCP from the long shadow of opposition into government, restored its […] The post Chakwera’s final duty to MCP is to leave before the party mistakes loyalty for renewal appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

What was supposed to be a solemn national commemoration of Malawi’s founding president Hastings Kamuzu Banda descended into chaos and deep political division on Thursday after police fired tear gas to disperse supporters of the Malawi Congress Party who were accompanying former president Lazarus Chakwera to Kamuzu Mausoleum in Lilongwe. The ugly scenes unfolded near […] The post Chaos, division rock Kamuzu Day celebrations as government defends teargassing of former president Chakwera appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Yesterday’s chaos at Kamuzu Mausoleum was more than just another political confrontation. It was a national embarrassment. A day that should have united Malawians in remembrance of the country’s founding president instead exposed the deepening toxicity of our politics, the growing intolerance within State institutions and the dangerous collapse of national events into partisan warfare. […] The post Editorial | Teargas cannot build democracy appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Despite heavy police deployments, dozens of arrests and growing public awareness campaigns, the deadly wave of mob violence linked to rumours of disappearing private parts has claimed yet another life in the Lower Shire. Authorities confirmed yesterday that an eighth victim has died in the ongoing attacks that have gripped Chikwawa and Nsanje with fear, […] The post Despite arrests and massive police operation, eighth victim killed in private parts disappearance saga appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

United Transformation Movement (UTM) president Dalitso Kabambe has delivered a strongly worded statement condemning the political chaos and division that marred Kamuzu Day commemorations, warning that Malawi is dangerously drifting towards partisan hostility even during moments meant to unite the nation. In a hard-hitting statement titled “Patriotism Before Partisanship: Reclaiming the Spirit of National Unity,” […] The post UTM President Kabambe breaks silence on Kamuzu Day chaos, warns against ‘politicising national memory’ appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Tension is quietly building inside the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), where senior officers have been awarded salary increments of up to 45.9 percent, while lower-graded staff have received as little as 16 percent, leaving the institution struggling to publicly explain the widening gap. Inside sources say the Bureau appears “tongue-tied” and unable to openly address growing […] The post ACB Faces Salary Disparities Row as Senior Staff Get Up to 45.9% Raise While Juniors Receive 16% Increase appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The High Court in Lilongwe on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, fully commenced the corruption trial involving wildlife crime convict Lin Yinhua, with the State parading two witnesses against him. The Chinese national is answering five charges, including allegedly attempting to bribe prison and judicial officers while serving his sentence. One of the witnesses, Madalitso Chifomboti, […] The post “Lin Yinhua visited private apartment without handcuffs while in Maula Prison” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

PressCane Limited has supported this year’s Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) Engineering Symposium as part of efforts to strengthen collaboration between industry and academia in advancing engineering innovation and skills development. The company said its participation aligns with national priorities under Malawi Vision 2063, particularly around value addition, sustainability, and job creation. Speaking […] The post PressCane powers MUST Engineering symposium appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A Mausoleum for the late Vice President Saulos Chilima will be unveiled on 13 June 2026 at his resting place, Nsipe, Ntcheu, two years after he tragically lost his life in a plane crash in Mzimba. Chairperson of the Organising Committee of the unveiling of the Mausoleum, Efrem Chilima, a close relation to the late […] The post SKC Mausoleum unveiling June 13 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Airtel Malawi through its Airtel Money service has launched an exciting new nationwide promotion dubbed ‘Tola Promotion’, a massive K600 million customer reward initiative aimed at appreciating loyal users while accelerating digital financial inclusion in Malawi. The promotion, which officially kicks off on May 13 and runs until August 5, 2026, will see thousands of […] The post Airtel Money Unveils K600 Million ‘Tola Promotion’ in Massive Customer Reward Drive appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Fresh details emerging from inside the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) suggest that Director General Gabriel Chembezi may be attempting to shift blame onto senior investigations officer Robert Mkandawire following the failed arrest of former Finance Minister and Leader of Opposition in Parliament, Simplex Chithyola Banda. Mkandawire was interdicted this week over allegations that he neglected duties […] The post Exposed! Acting ACB Boss Chembezi Accused of Sacrificing Officer Robert Mkandawire Over Failed Chithyola Arrest appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

First Lady Professor Gertrude Mutharika has showered praise on Prophet Shepherd Bushiri and his wife Mary Bushiri after the couple fulfilled their K300 million pledge to the Beautify Malawi (BEAM) Trust, delivering a major boost to the country’s sanitation and beautification drive. The handover ceremony, held at Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe today, turned into a […] The post First Lady Applauds Bushiris for Massive K300 Million Boost to Beautify Malawi Initiative appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) has made a rare and troubling admission that the country is struggling to manage foreign exchange allocations for critical sectors such as fuel and medicines due to severely depleted forex reserves. Speaking during the Monetary Policy Technical Committee Forum in Mzuzu on Monday, RBM principal economist Whytone Jombo painted […] The post RBM Admits Forex Crisis as Malawi Struggles to Pay for Fuel and Drugs appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Social media activist Urunji Mezuwa has sparked debate after publicly calling on the Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) to ban its controversial radio segment Nkhani Za Mu Boma, accusing the programme of spreading unverified stories, promoting irrational thinking and fuelling dangerous beliefs among rural listeners. In a strongly-worded open message addressed to MBC Director General Brian […] The post Social Media Activist Urunji Mezuwa Calls for MBC to Ban ‘Nkhani Za Mu Boma’ Over Witchcraft and Misinformation Concerns appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A mausoleum built in honour of former Vice President Saulos Klaus Chilima will be officially unveiled on June 13, 2026, at his final resting place in Nsipe, Ntcheu, nearly two years after the devastating plane crash that shocked the nation and plunged Malawi into mourning. The unveiling is expected to draw thousands of mourners, political […] The post Chilima Mausoleum to Be Unveiled as Malawi Marks Two Years Since Tragic Plane Crash appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Organisers of this year’s Kamuzu Day commemorations have appealed to Malawians to put politics aside and attend the national event in neutral attire as the country prepares to honour Malawi’s founding president, Hastings Kamuzu Banda, on May 14. The call comes amid growing political tensions in the country, with organisers stressing that the annual commemoration […] The post Organisers Call for Political Neutrality at Kamuzu Day Commemorations appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Congress Party (MCP) says it will hold its own separate prayers for this year’s Kamuzu Day commemorations, following what it describes as the exclusion of former president and party leader Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera from the official national programme. MCP Secretary General Richard Chimwendo Banda made the announcement on Friday during a press […] The post MCP to Hold Separate Kamuzu Day Prayers After Chakwera Allegedly Snubbed from National Event appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.