Senior officers in Malawi’s military are under investigation following allegations that they were involved in an arms‑smuggling network, according to law‑enforcement and diplomatic sources familiar with the matter. The claims were first reported by the Platform for Investigative Journalism (PIJ), which said multiple sources told the news outlet that the intelligence behind the complaint originated […]
The United Kingdom and Malawi have pledged to deepen their economic relationship following a high-level business roundtable held in London on Thursday, with senior figures from both countries gathering to explore new opportunities in trade and investment. The event, hosted by the UK–Malawi Chamber of Commerce (UKMCC) at an undisclosed London venue, brought together business […]
The man who was at Saulos Chilima’s side on the day the former Vice President boarded his final flight has spoken candidly about the devastating personal toll of that tragedy — revealing that he has been unempl oyed ever since. Davie Kalilombe, who served as Special Assistant responsible for Protocol in the Office of the […]
Changalume Barracks has claimed victory at the Malawi Armed Forces’ annual drill competition for the second year running, topping a six-unit contest held over two days at the MAFCO military school in Salima. The unit scored 1,356.65 points out of a possible 1,550, finishing ahead of five rival barracks to retain its title at the […]
Malawi has begun recalling diplomats from foreign missions, with officials confirming that those whose contracts have ended have now received formal letters instructing them to conclude their tour of duty and return home. Their departure clears the way for a new cohort of political appointees expected to take up postings once administrative processes are completed. […]
Malawi is preparing to resume uranium exports for the first time in years, after the country’s Mining Minister met with the operator of the Kayelekera Uranium Mine to discuss the planned restart of operations. Minister of Mining Thoko Tembo held talks with the Country Director and Board of Lotus Resources Limited, during which the Australian […]
Malawi has officially introduced a new twice-yearly injectable HIV prevention drug, marking what health officials describe as a significant milestone in the country’s effort to end AIDS as a public health threat. The drug, Lenacapavir, was launched at Area 25 Community Hospital in Lilongwe on Thursday. It joins oral PrEP and a two-monthly injectable alternative, […]
Brigadier General Dan Kuwali has warned Malawians against “cocaine‑fuelled conspiracy theories” circulating on social media, telling Parliament’s plane‑crash inquiry that false claims linking him to the death of former vice‑president Saulos Chilima are damaging his integrity and misleading the nation. Appearing before the Ad hoc Committee, Kuwali said unnamed individuals were spreading fabricated stories alleging […]
Malawi’s Agriculture Minister has given technical experts just three months to complete a new national food and agriculture investment strategy — and has warned that implementation must follow without delay. Roza Mbilizi issued the directive at the launch of the National Agrifood Systems Investment Plan (Nasip) formulation exercise in Lilongwe, held jointly by her ministry […]
UTM Party MP Patricia ‘Akweni’ Kaliati has announced a series of new measures aimed at tightening oversight, improving coordination and strengthening accountability across development projects in Mulanje West, following a Constituency Development Committee (CDC) meeting she attended this week. Kaliati said the committee agreed to strengthen coordination of all Constituency Development Fund (CDF) projects to […]
A major road project in Malawi has been pushed back by more than a year, raising concerns about the impact on food distribution and economic stability ahead of the rainy season. The 55-kilometre Nsipe-Chingeni-Liwonde Road, funded by the European Union, the African Development Bank and the Malawian government, has reached just 26 percent completion since […]
China has handed over a donation to Malawi’s Parliament, with both countries signalling plans to strengthen legislative ties and deepen their strategic partnership. The ceremony, held on June 30 at the Parliament Building, was attended by Ambassador Lu Xu, Speaker Sameer Suleman, First Deputy Speaker Victor Musowa, and representatives of MPs. Ambassador Lu said China […]
Malawi’s parliamentary inquiry into the military plane crash that killed vice‑president Saulos Chilima and eight others has heard testimony pointing to fragmented command procedures, informal requests and impractical travel plans in the days before the fatal flight. Appearing before Parliament’s Ad hoc Committee, Brigadier General Dan Kuwali said his role in the events was limited […]
Malawi has launched a renewed national push to confront a largely overlooked public‑health emergency: rising deaths and injuries linked to pesticide poisoning, including a growing number of suspected self‑poisoning cases involving Highly Hazardous Pesticides. The warning came during a national Technical Working Group meeting in Lilongwe on 30 June, where government ministries, health experts, police, […]
Health Secretary has praised Mzimba District Hospital for maintaining unusually high standards of cleanliness, describing it as a model facility in a system where sanitation often falls short. During a visit on Wednesday, Dr Dan Namarika said the hospital’s condition showed how basic hygiene can reduce infections and improve patient care, even amid wider pressures […]
TNM has kicked off a nationwide hunt for Malawi’s next music star — with a jaw‑dropping K120 million prize on the line. The telecoms giant on Wednesday launched the TNM Music Star Search at the Bingu International Convention Centre, promising to give young singers a shot at fame and a platform big enough to match […]
Standard Bank plc has appointed Alex Mkandawire as the substantive Chairperson of its Board of Directors, the bank announced on Thursday. Mkandawire has served on the board since 2020 and brings experience in financial management, governance, and leadership, which the bank says will be central to its strategic direction. In a statement, Standard Bank congratulated […]
A Malawian political commentator has alleged that former Secretary to the President and Cabinet Zanga Zanga Chikhosi walked away with three luxury government vehicles after being fired — without paying for any of them. In a Facebook post, Idriss Ali Nasser claims the ex‑SPC took home a Mercedes‑Benz, a Toyota VX, and a Land Cruiser […]