New smoking technologies, which include e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products, are playing a significant role in reducing harm among nicotine consumers worldwide, potentially lowering the risks of smoking-related diseases. However, these technologies often face skepticism and resistance due to concerns about their long-term health effects, triggering their slow uptake in most African countries, particularly in […] The post PMI worried with slow adoption of new smoking technologies in Africa appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a powerful display of humility and compassion, Vice President Dr. Michael Usi has once again demonstrated the kind of servant leadership that resonates deeply with the Malawian spirit — by taking center stage to help one of his own. During a special charity performance organized by the National Theatre Association of Malawi (NTAM) on […] The post VP Michael Usi Steps In with Heartfelt Support for Ailing Actor Penno Mussa appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

United Democratic Front (UDF) President Atupele Muluzi has come out strongly against the current state of governance in Malawi, saying Malawians are tired of skyrocketing prices, mass unemployment, and poor leadership. In a powerful statement released this week, Muluzi declared that Malawi needs urgent restoration and unveiled a bold new strategy called Business First, which […] The post Atupele Says Malawians Are Tired of High Prices, Joblessness, and Poor Leadership appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

With drums beating and blue flags fluttering, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) staged a powerful twin rally offensive—one in the verdant, tea-growing heartland of Thyolo and another on the sunbaked shores of Mangochi—igniting both hope and nostalgia as the party pushes to reclaim its grip on the presidency. In Bvumbwe’s Masenjere constituency, the roads came […] The post DPP’s Double Punch: Bvumbwe and Mangochi Rallies Spark Political Surge as Mutharika’s Shadow Looms Large appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

She’s back, bolder, and unbothered. Former President Joyce Banda has declared war on Malawi’s education crisis — and she’s not mincing words. At a fiery rally at Migowi Primary School ground in Phalombe, the People’s Party (PP) presidential candidate vowed to deliver free secondary school education if elected in the upcoming September 16 General Election […] The post No U-Turn: Joyce Banda Stands Firm on Her Free Secondary School Promise If Elected appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a time when many lament the death of African cinema, one man is quietly breathing life into Malawi’s creative industry—Prophet Shepherd Bushiri. Known across the continent for his prophetic grace and expansive business empire, Bushiri is now carving a powerful legacy as a patron of Malawian film. Through his visionary Goshen City project, Prophet […] The post Prophet Bushiri: The Silent Force Behind Malawi’s Rising Film Industry as he donates K50million to Welcome to Maula Film appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) Malawi Ltd. is rapidly transforming the country’s infrastructure landscape—winning national recognition and public praise for its impactful, high-quality work. Recently crowned Malawi’s Best Construction Company, the firm was honoured by President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera for its outstanding contributions to national development. At the helm of this transformation […] The post CCECC: Powering Malawi’s Infrastructure Boom with Excellence and Innovation appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As Malawi marches toward the hotly anticipated September 16 tripartite elections, Patriotic Citizens Party (PCP) president Jordan Sauti is emerging as a bold new voice, declaring himself the only leader Malawians can trust to pull the country out of its current crisis. Speaking during the official launch of PCP at Nyambadwe Ground in Ndirande, Blantyre, […] The post “Time to Fix Malawi”: PCP’s Jordan Sauti Vows Free Secondary Education, Economic Rescue Ahead of Polls appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Duma Gideon Boko of Botswana has called for a united and focused vision for Africa’s development, urging African nations to think deeper and act with purpose to realise the continent’s full potential. Speaking during a joint press briefing with President Lazarus Chakwera at Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe, Boko emphasized the need for Africans to […] The post Africa Needs One Vision—Botswana President Duma Boko Tells Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Oh, what a birthday bash it was meant to be—Malawi at 61! The drums were beating, the soldiers were marching, the dancers were dancing… and then the Flames showed up and reminded us why we don’t light fireworks near wet matches. On a day meant for national pride and celebration, the Flames decided to gift […] The post Flames Fizzle as Malawi Celebrates 61 Years of… Independence and Incompetence? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A new survey by Times Group has shaken the political landscape, placing Vitumbiko Mumba miles ahead of his rivals in the race to become the Malawi Congress Party’s (MCP) next presidential torchbearer. According to the findings released on Sunday, Mumba secured an overwhelming 62.8% of the votes—1,722 out of the total polled respondents—making him the […] The post Vitumbiko Mumba Tops Times Group Poll as MCP Favourite Running Mate—Atupele Trails, Usi Falters appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The greens of Blantyre Sports Club came alive this weekend as Inkosi ya Makosi Gomani V led over 68 golfers in a powerful display of unity, culture, and charity during the Umhlangano Charity Golf Tournament—a fundraising event for the 2025 Umhlangano wa Maseko Ngoni cultural festival. Organised under the banner of the Maseko Ngoni Heritage […] The post Swinging for Culture: Inkosi ya Makosi Gomani V Leads Charity Golf Drive for Umhlangano Festival appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Lazarus Chakwera has described the State Visit by Botswana President Advocate Duma Gideon Boko as a symbol of deepening regional solidarity, especially at a time Malawi is emerging from a chain of devastating national crises. Speaking during a joint press briefing at Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe on Monday, Chakwera thanked Boko for gracing Malawi’s […] The post Chakwera Bids Farewell to Botswana President, Hails Regional Solidarity Amid Crisis appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As Malawi edges closer to the high-stakes September 16 General Elections, UTM President Dalitso Kabambe has thrown down the gauntlet, urging President Lazarus Chakwera to start preparing his exit strategy. In a bold Facebook post, Kabambe didn’t mince words: “Ruling parties have lost before — and Chakwera must brace for the people’s verdict.” His remarks […] The post Kabambe to Chakwera: Prepare to Concede, Malawians Are Tired of “See Nothing, Do Nothing” Leadership appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi is set to commemorate and celebrate its 61st independence anniversary tomorrow, Sunday, 6th July. Ahead of this event, Botswana’s president who, exudes pan-Africanist aura and spirit has arrived in the country to grace the occasion and is expected to be in Lilongwe until Monday, a day after the event. He has been accompanied by […] The post Khato Cherishes President Boko’s Visit: A Symbol of Unity and Shared Futures in Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a powerful display of patriotism and community appreciation, Luthando Holdings Limited has marked Malawi’s 61st Independence Anniversary with an extraordinary gift — brand-new Yamaha YBR125 motorcycles worth MK128.8 million, handed over to all Paramount Chiefs across the country. Dubbed a “gift of mobility”, the donation is more than just a symbolic gesture. It’s a […] The post Luthando Holdings Donates Motorcycles to Paramount Chiefs in Historic Independence Gift  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a a very emotional statement, Traditional Authority Nkula of Machinga has commended Malawi leader , President Dr Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera Government over the resumption of Zomba , Machinga Lirangwe road project. This is the project according to the Traditional Authority which has seen planting of 3 stones but nothing happened. According to the chief, […] The post Traditional Authority Nkula hails President Chakwera over Zomba, Machinga Lirangwe Road project appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has taken a bold stand against Malawi’s growing culture of blame, urging citizens to shift from finger-pointing to active participation in solving national challenges. Speaking during the “Raise the Flag” celebration at Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe, Chakwera said Malawi’s dream of achieving Agenda 2063 will only materialize if all citizens […] The post Chakwera Slams Finger-Pointing Culture, Calls for National Action appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A global concern has emerged regarding the linkage between climate change and climate-induced diseases, calling upon governments in East African countries including Malawi, to immediately address the problem by investing in climate-resilient healthcare systems and implementing adaptation strategies to reduce the burden of climate-sensitive diseases. Africa is bearing the brunt of climate change, with extreme […] The post Africa’s Climate Crisis: Health and Environment in Focus appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The legacy of Malawi’s legendary musician Dr. Daniel Kachamba has been revived by his nephew, DJ Kachamba, through a newly released song titled “Panali Agogo”. Dr. Daniel Kachamba, who rose to fame in the 1970s and 80s, was one of the pioneers of Malawi’s traditional jazz sound, known for fusing local instruments and rhythms with […] The post DJ Kachamba Rekindles Daniel Kachamba’s Legacy  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

As the clock ticks toward Malawi’s September 16 General Elections, the political heat is rising, not over who wants to be president, but over who stands beside them. The word “running mate” is now louder than the word “president” itself. Why does it carry so much weight? Because this time, it could decide everything. The […] The post Running Mate Fever: Why Chakwera’s Next Move Could Make or Break Malawi’s Future appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

National Bank of Malawi (plc) has encouraged Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to keep creating more jobs for Malawians after growing of their businesses. The Bank’s Head of Treasury and Investment Banking, Harry Mukaka made the call after touring ZAMM Investments and Shoe Rubber in Lilongwe on Friday as part of the NBM SME month […] The post NBM urges SMEs to create more jobs appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Old Mutual Unit Trust Company (Malawi) Limited says its two funds have registered strong results for 2024, marked by solid performance and a significant increase in assets under management. According to the full-year results of the funds, the Interest-Bearing Assets Fund grew to K99.74 billion from K69.48 billion in 2023, while the Balanced Fund rose […] The post Old Mutual Trust Company records strong growth: Assets under Management growing by 39% appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Central Region Vice-President Alfred Gangata has confirmed that the anti-violence demonstrations he was set to lead this Friday in Lilongwe will now take place immediately after students finish writing their Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) examinations. The announcement follows intense two-day negotiations with civil society leaders who pleaded for the […] The post Gangata’s Postponed Demos Set to Shake Lilongwe After MSCE Exams appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Central Poultry Limited has pledged a whopping K400 million to Pacific Limited’s nationwide borehole rehabilitation campaign—bringing fresh hope to thousands of Malawians struggling with access to clean water. The funding will be channeled toward procuring vital spare parts to restore 250 broken boreholes across the country, breathing new life into dry communities. Central Poultry CEO […] The post Central Poultry Pumps K400 Million into Borehole Lifeline with Pacific Limited appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a nation grappling with economic headwinds and a persistent shortage of foreign exchange, a silent revolution is brewing in the agricultural heartland. Paramount Holdings, a prominent player in Malawi’s business landscape, recently showcased its “Eagle Nano Urea” at the National Youth Summit, promising a paradigm shift in farming practices and national economics. This isn’t […] The post The Green Revolution in a Bottle: Paramount Holdings Unveils Game-Changing Nano Fertilizer in Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Vice President Michael Biswick Usi has finalized high-impact diplomatic and policy engagement at the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) in Seville, Spain. Leading a high-level delegation on behalf of President Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera, Usi made a compelling case for reimagining global financing systems—boldly urging international partners to move from rhetoric to action, […] The post VP Usi’s Candid Call in Spain: Rethinking Global Financing for Malawi’s Future appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Celebrated social impact leader and health professional Pemphero Mphande has been elected as the first-ever President of the Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) Alumni Association. The election took place Wednesday evening during a grand cocktail event hosted by KUHeS at Amaryllis Hotel in Blantyre. The newly constituted association brings together alumni from the university’s […] The post Pemphero Mphande Elected First President of KUHES Alumni Association — A Trailblazer at the Helm appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Bungwe la Red Cross Malawi lomwe limaona ndi kuyendetsa za chitetezo ,ufulu ndi thandizo la anthu launikira atolankha pa zomwe anthu amayenera kutsata mu nthawi ya zipwilikiti za nkhondo kuti iwo pamodzi ndi anthuwa molingana ndi lamulo la m’maiko omwe bungweli likugwiramo ntchito lotchedwa International Humanitarian Law(IHL) m’malamulo ankhondo ,ufulu komanso chitetezo cha anthu kuti […] The post Bungwe la Red Cross Malawi lapeleka Maphunziro apadera kwa atolankhani mu mzinda wa Blantyre appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has re-assured investors of a strategic turn-over of the performance of its Tanzanian subsidiary, Akiba Commercial Bank, which posted a loss in the 2024 financial year. The re-assurance came during the Bank’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on Monday at its Leadership Centre in Blantyre after shareholders raised […] The post NBM plc assures on Akiba turn-over: Approve K59 billion dividend appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Public Affairs Committee (PAC), once hailed as Malawi’s moral voice and conscience, is now steeped in controversy — its executive committee clinging to power unlawfully for nearly three years, after their constitutionally-mandated term expired in December 2022. At the center of the storm is Monsignor Patrick Thawale, who continues to chair a committee that […] The post EXPOSED: Three Years Now and Counting — PAC Still Operating Illegally as Executive Members’ Mandate Expired in 2022 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

First Capital Bank (FCB) Chairman and Founder, Hitesh Anadkat has blown his own trumpet describing the Bank as the champion of banking revolution in the country. Anadkat made the remarks during the Bank’s 30th anniversary customer cocktail in Blantyre on Tuesday, where he reflected on FCB’s journey and growth. “It was not easy to penetrate […] The post ‘FCB revolutionized banking industry in Malawi’ – Anadkat appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In their pursuit for a non-violence September 16, 2025, General Elections, stakeholders in Lilongwe City Lumbadzi Constituency have agreed to form an ‘Anti-Political Violence Committee’ to prevent and mitigate political violence. The stakeholders made the resolution at a meeting the National Initiative for Civic Education (NICE) Public Trust organized with financial assistance from the European […] The post Lumbadzi Anti-Political Violence Committee formed to prevent electoral violence in Lilongwe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi has taken a historic step in the fight against cancer. On Monday morning, President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera officially commissioned the country’s first-ever National Cancer Centre, a modern, state-of-the-art facility built in the capital city, Lilongwe. Speaking at the landmark event, President Chakwera said the moment was both a breakthrough and a solemn reflection […] The post History Made: Chakwera Commissions Malawi’s First National Cancer Centre in Lilongwe appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) is winning praise for leading the charge in supporting women-led Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), with a growing list of initiatives designed to boost access to credit and financial literacy. Under the leadership of Governor Dr. McDonald Mafuta Mwale, the RBM is scaling up its efforts to empower […] The post RBM Applauded for Championing Women-Led Businesses in Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.