Access to labour justice—widely regarded as a cornerstone of fair and effective employment systems—remains out of reach for thousands of rural Malawians, exposing deep structural inequalities in the country’s legal framework. At the centre of the crisis is the limited reach of the Industrial Relations Court, Malawi’s most specialised body for handling workplace disputes. The […]
A storm is brewing over the K4.15 billion allocation to the Office of Second Vice President Enoch Chihana, with accountability experts tearing into the budget as wasteful, unjustified, and emblematic of government excess at a time Malawians are being told to tighten their belts. The figures are stark. Out of the K4.15 billion earmarked for […]
The High Court of Malawi has delivered a sharp and uncompromising blow to Yusuf Investments Limited, the company behind the Amaryllis Hotel, by rejecting its urgent attempt to unfreeze bank accounts locked under serious financial crime suspicions. In a ruling that exposes both legal missteps and the weight of the allegations involved, Justice Redson Kapindu […]
Malawi has secured a major energy breakthrough after the government signed a $23 million (about K44 billion) financing agreement with the African Development Bank (AfDB) to rehabilitate the Kapichira Hydropower Plant—two years after it was crippled by a devastating cyclone. The deal is more than just a repair project—it is a strategic intervention aimed at […]
The Malawi Health Equity Network (MHEN) has reinforced its support to Mother Care Groups (MCGs) by providing bicycles aimed at easing mobility challenges and strengthening efforts to promote immunisation among children under five across the country. Speaking during a handover ceremony in Lilongwe this week, MHEN Assistant Project Officer Tumpale Kalobo expressed satisfaction with the […]
Minister of Finance, Economic Planning and Decentralisation, Joseph Mwanamveka, has directed the newly rebranded Malawi Enterprise Development Fund (MEDF) to urgently recover the K250 billion currently owed by loan beneficiaries across the country. Mwanamveka issued the directive in Lilongwe during the official re-launch of the National Economic Empowerment Fund (NEEF), which has now been rebranded […]
Leader of Opposition in Parliament, Hon. Simplex Chithyola Banda, has raised a stark warning over Malawi’s soaring fuel prices, demanding the immediate suspension of all fuel levies to bring down the cost of petrol and diesel, now pegged at a staggering $3.80 per litre. Chithyola argued that removing fuel levies is the quickest and most […]
FDH Bricks, sponsored by FDH Bank plc, have been crowned champions of the Southern Zone Basketball League (SOZOBAL) Men’s Division One after a commanding 69–56 victory over Crazy Warriors in the final. Speaking after the triumph, Team Manager Khama Mtalimanja attributed the victory to lessons learned from last season’s heartbreak and a more deliberate, focused […]
National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has reported a sharp rise in profit-after-tax to K197.97 billion, representing a 95 percent jump from K101.71 billion recorded in 2024. According to the newly released financial statements signed by Chief Executive Officer Harold Jiya, Board Chairperson Grant Kabango, Director Madalo Mwenelupembe, and Chief Financial Officer Daniel Jere, the […]
FDH Bank plc Head of Digital Financial Services, Levie Nkunika, has been recognised among Africa’s 100 most impactful marketing, brand, and reputation leaders—marking a significant milestone for both the institution and Malawi’s marketing industry. The inaugural Africa CMO 100 (ACMO100), compiled by Brand Africa, celebrates leaders who demonstrate exceptional brand stewardship, sharp consumer insight, sustained […]
PressCane Limited has planted 400 trees around a pond area in Chikwawa, as part of efforts to promote environmental restoration in the district. The Tree planting was exercised under the theme ‘Plant a Tree and Name It, Then Manage It’. Speaking during the tree planting exercise on Monday, PressCane Chief Executive Officer Bryson Mkhomaanthu said […]
To say there was ever a dull moment at the Mo626 Southern Region Inter-College Social Weekend would be an outright understatement. From the very first beat to the final song that echoed into the early hours of the morning, the atmosphere was electric—an explosion of music, colour, creativity, and youthful energy that transformed the venue […]
The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) has moved to justify a steep and punishing increase in fuel prices, pushing petrol to K6,672 per litre and diesel to K6,687—an escalation of 34 percent and 35 percent respectively that is set to ripple across every corner of the economy. The hike, announced amid growing public frustration, has […]
National Product Magazine (NPM) has officially opened public voting for its highly anticipated Mid-Year Awards, following the successful completion of a rigorous and transparent nomination process. Voting commenced on 1st April and will run for a period of three weeks, offering the public an opportunity to actively support and recognize outstanding individuals, brands, and organizations […]
In Zambia, more people are now using the internet to discover music and entertainment. As this shift continues, local digital platforms are becoming important in helping artists reach audiences. One of these platforms is Zedwap.com, a music and entertainment website founded by Austin Mweemba. How the idea started The idea of Zedwap began in March […]
Sunbird Hotels and Resorts has donated essential relief items valued at over K27 million to the Department of Disaster Management Affairs (DODMA) and the Red Cross to assist approximately 250 families affected by recent floods across Malawi. The donation includes bags of maize, blankets, 20-litre buckets, sugar, soya pieces, and water purification solutions. Speaking during […]
Two of the country’s seasoned marketers Sobhuza Ngwenya and Levie Nkunika have broken into Africa’s top 100 rank of elite brand architects and reputation custodians following research by Brand Africa and African Business Magazine. Ngwenya is Marketing Director at mobile telco TNM Plc, while Nkunika is Head of Marketing and Sales at FDH Bank Plc […]
The Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) and the Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI) have urged the government to reduce taxes and suspend levies on fuel to cushion Malawians from the recent price hike. The increase in fuel prices, which has seen petrol rise to K6,672 per liter and diesel to K6,687, has […]