The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is urging Malawi and other countries in sub-Saharan Africa to change how they grow their economies. Instead of relying mainly on government spending, the IMF says countries should allow the private sector—businesses and investors—to take the lead. According to the IMF’s latest Regional Economic Outlook report, the current system, where […]
When Yeremia Chihana walked into the Blantyre Water Board (BWB) as Chief Executive Officer just three weeks ago, he was expected to steady a critical public institution. Instead, he now finds himself at the centre of a fast-unfolding controversy that is raising more questions than answers—and exposing what analysts describe as a troubling fog around […]
The High Court of Malawi has overturned the suspension of Blantyre Water Board (BWB) Chief Executive Officer, Yeremia Chihana, ordering his immediate return to office. The ruling, delivered by Justice Muhome on the same day the suspension was issued, grants Chihana permission to challenge the Board’s decision through a full judicial review. The Court ordered […]
Renewed government efforts to revive the long-stalled Mombera University project in Mzimba are drawing praise—but also sharp reminders that Malawians expect action, not another cycle of promises. The decision to appoint Second Vice President Enock Kamzingeni Chihana to champion the project is being interpreted as a signal that the Arthur Peter Mutharika administration is serious […]
People’s Development Party (PDP) president Kondwani Nankhumwa has launched a scathing attack on the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), accusing it of “rewriting history” and misleading Malawians about its record in handling the economy. In a strongly worded statement released on April 24, 2026, Nankhumwa said MCP has no moral authority to lecture the nation on […]
A football fan has taken the extraordinary step of formally challenging the country’s top-flight league organisers, exposing what could become a major consumer rights scandal in Malawian football. Fredrick M.C. Thom, describing himself as a concerned spectator, has filed a complaint demanding a full refund and K50,000 compensation after Super League of Malawi failed to […]
ActionAid Malawi has called for long-term investment in community-led health interventions, arguing that lasting change in the health sector will only come when affected communities are given the power to lead solutions to their own problems. “Affected communities know their problems best and must be given an opportunity to lead in solving them. As duty […]
Malawi’s aviation sector has been dealt a blunt and troubling reality check, with Minister of Transport Jappie Mhango admitting that the country’s main international gateways are failing to meet global standards—driving away major airlines and undermining economic growth. Speaking after inspecting Chileka International Airport, commonly known as Bakili Muluzi International Airport, Mhango revealed that none […]
With just over a month to go, excitement is building ahead of the National Product Magazine (NPM) Mid-Year Awards 2026, a high-profile event expected to bring together Malawi’s business leaders, creatives, and media professionals in the capital on June 6. Organised by National Product Magazine, the awards are already generating buzz for introducing lucrative prizes […]
United Democratic Front (UDF) leader Atupele Muluzi has moved to clear the air over growing claims that his recent remarks on leadership and reform are directed at President Arthur Peter Mutharika, saying such interpretations are misplaced. In a public statement released today on his Facebook page, Muluzi said he is “concerned” by assertions that his […]
The Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) has issued a sharply worded statement challenging the government to move beyond short-term responses to Malawi’s deepening fuel crisis, warning that citizens are “tired of promises” and want real, lasting solutions. In a statement released on April 27, 2026, in Lilongwe, HRDC acknowledged recent government efforts aimed at improving […]
The Blantyre Water Board (BWB) has suspended its Chief Executive Officer, Yeremia Chihana, with immediate effect, pending a disciplinary hearing into a series of serious allegations that have shaken the institution’s leadership. Confirmation of the suspension came from BWB Board Chairperson, Stanley Chirwa, who said the decision was reached during an extraordinary meeting of the […]
Tobacco growers across Malawi are heading into a new trading week gripped by uncertainty and quiet desperation after the 2026 marketing season opened with an unprecedented wave of rejections, with some farmers seeing between 96 and 100 percent of their leaf turned away at auction floors. The development has sent shockwaves through farming communities that […]
The Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) says it expects to raise about $78 million (K136.5 billion) from selling 590 kilogrammes of gold. The money will help increase the country’s low foreign exchange reserves. RBM spokesperson Boston Maliketi Banda said the deal is almost complete and could be finalised within a few days. He did not […]
Malawi has received a significant financial boost after Minister of Finance Joseph Mwanamvekha returned from high-level meetings in Washington DC with an US$80 million (about K140 billion) grant from the World Bank—a move expected to ease pressure on the country’s strained foreign exchange reserves while targeting long-standing governance challenges at the grassroots. The funding, secured […]
The number of couples opting for civil marriages at the District Commissioner’s (DC) office in Blantyre has sharply increased, rising from just three per month to about 25, authorities have confirmed. Officials say the surge is largely driven by the simplicity, affordability, and speed of the process, making it an attractive option for many couples. […]
Finish Line Ministry has donated assorted clothing and shoes valued at K15 million to the Football Legends Association of Malawi (FLAM), in recognition of the organisation’s efforts to support former football players. The ministry has also pledged to provide K2.5 million annually for four years to help the legends venture into small-scale business enterprises. The […]
Football Association of Malawi (FAM) president Fleetwood Haiya has apologized to FDH Bank, sponsors of the K5 billion FDH Premiership League following the failed launch of the league at Kamuzu Stadium in Blantyre on Saturday. Speaking during a press conference in Blantyre Sunday afternoon Haiya said FAM regretted the failure of the launch of the […]