The government has launched a robust defence of its economic record, dismissing allegations by UTM president Dalitso Kabambe as “unsubstantiated” and accusing the opposition leader of engaging in political rhetoric rather than presenting facts. In a statement issued by Government Spokesperson Shadreck Namalomba, the administration rejected claims made by Kabambe during a recent interview with […]
The government has dismissed reports that it is negotiating a devaluation of the Malawi Kwacha with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as part of talks on a new Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme. In a press statement dated 8 October 2026, Information and Communications Technology Minister Dr Shadric Namalomba said the reports were incorrect. “Government […]
Malawi’s ruling Democratic Progressive Party has marked one year since sweeping to power at the ballot box, describing its opening year in government as a success, even as political analysts offer a more mixed assessment. DPP has chalked 12 months since Malawians went to the polls in an election that unseated the Malawi Congress Party […]
A social media commentator has warned that Malawi’s ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) is being consumed by an internal power struggle, amid growing friction between senior figures. Idriss Ali Nassah made the claim in a social media post, saying tension between DPP politician Norman Chisale and Shadric Namalomba pointed to deeper problems within the party. […]
Government has moved swiftly to distance itself from legal proceedings involving Speaker of the National Assembly Sameer Suleman and Malawian citizen Austin Mkoka, insisting it neither initiated nor supported the court action in any way. In a press statement dated 5 August 2026, Minister of Information and Communications Technology Shadrick Namalomba said the man behind […]
Shadric Namalomba tells communications sector bosses that ‘culture of routine’ must end, as he demands efficiency, innovation and measurable results Minister of Information and Communications Technology Shadric Namalomba has issued a stark warning to parastatals, demanding improved performance and greater accountability – and cautioning that institutions failing to deliver results will face corrective action. Namalomba […]
Minister of Information and Digitalization, Shadric Namalomba, has officially launched the Kalira Telecommunications Tower in Lilongwe Nyanja, as part of government efforts to expand connectivity to underserved communities. Speaking at the launch, Namalomba said the tower represented more than just infrastructure, describing it as a symbol of opportunity, inclusion and connection. “Today we are taking […]
Malawi’s government has issued a blunt ultimatum to recalled diplomatic staff still lingering abroad, warning that anyone refusing to return home immediately now risks arrest by their host countries, as their continued stay is officially illegal. Minister of Information Shadric Namalomba delivered the stern warning after reports emerged that a number of diplomats had failed […]
Malawi’s government has accused two television broadcasters, Zodiak Broadcasting Station (ZBS) and Luntha TV, of breaching journalistic ethics and has asked the media regulator to take disciplinary action against them. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology, officials said a ZBS broadcast had falsely reported that President Arthur Peter Mutharika […]
Information and Communications Technology Minister Shadric Namalomba has issued a stern challenge to government public relations officers — telling them they must do a far better job of communicating the government’s achievements to ordinary Malawians. The Minister delivered his message on Tuesday at a co-creation workshop for government PROs in Salima, held under the theme […]
A cyclist is feared to have died after being hit by a government vehicle transporting Minister of Information Shadric Namalomba, in a horror crash at Mthandizi Bus Stop in Ntcheu just a short while ago. Police have so far remained tight-lipped on the incident, but the Minister’s public relations officer, Cassim Aubi, rushed to confirm […]
Malawi’s government has thrown down the gauntlet to its own Public Accounts Committee chairman, demanding he produce hard evidence to back up explosive claims that over a billion kwacha was swindled during the evacuation of Malawians from South Africa. Steven Baba Malondera, MP for Lilongwe Nyanja and PAC chairperson, had alleged that government blew a […]
Malawi’s government is preparing to launch a bidding process for a third mobile network operator, in a move intended to sharpen competition in a telecommunications market currently dominated by two established players. Dr Shadric Namalomba, Minister of Information and Communication Technology, told Parliament that President Arthur Peter Mutharika had authorised the ministry to identify an […]
Malawi’s government is working to attract additional mobile network operators into the country in an effort to increase competition and improve the affordability of digital services, Minister of Information and Communications Technology Dr Shadric Namalomba has told Parliament. Namalomba made the announcement on Friday while responding to a matter of urgent public importance raised by […]
Malawi’s Minister of Information and Digitalisation, Dr Shadrick Namalomba, has called on Malawi Post Corporation to abandon its reliance on traditional mail services and pivot towards digital operations if it is to remain relevant. Addressing staff in Mzuzu on Thursday, Namalomba said digitalisation had become a necessity rather than an option for public institutions, urging […]
… Presidential Taskforce on Covid-19 asked for 45 days to present a report The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament seems to be differing with suggestions that Agriculture Minister Lobin Lowe might have also benefitted from the Covid-19 funds when he was leader of opposition in Parliament. Malawi Congress Party (MCP) protested the appointment of […]
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament has said all Malawi’s foreign missions has been abusing visa fees and all audited embassies failed to account for them, therefore the committee has asked the new Tonse Alliance led government to act on errant diplomats. In a report of PAC’s scrutiny of the Auditor General’s reports of […]
Chief Financial Controller at the country’s main producer of power, Electricity Generation Company (Egenco), Shadreck Namalomba continues to hold a senior public job while he is contesting for a parliamentary seat on a governing Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) parliamentary ticket, contrary to public service regulations. Namalomba is contesting in the Mangochi South West Constituency parliamentary […]