AllAfrica News: Malawi

IMF Demands Kwacha Devaluation Again So More Malawians Suffer - Chakwera Says Not This Time!

[Nyasa Times] In a bold and defiant stance, Reserve Bank of Malawi Governor Dr. Mafuta Mwale has outright rejected a fresh proposal from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to once again devalue the Malawian Kwacha--calling the advice a reckless prescription that has already wreaked havoc on millions of lives.

MBS Partners With Local Companies to Champion Global Standards and Boost Competitiveness

[Nyasa Times] The Malawi Bureau of Standards (MBS) has launched a collaborative initiative aimed at helping local companies embrace international management systems and standards, in a bid to enhance global competitiveness and reposition Malawi's economy.

South Africa Violates International Law By Dumping 520 Deported Malawians At Mwanza Border Without Support

[Nyasa Times] In a shocking breach of international law and basic human dignity, South African authorities have deported 520 Malawians and unceremoniously dumped them at Malawi's Mwanza border without transport, assistance, or coordination with local officials.

Chakwera Govt Moves to Fill 26,000 Teaching Posts After Historic Promotions

[Nyasa Times] In a major boost to Malawi's education sector, the Ministry of Local Government has directed all District Commissioners to facilitate the smooth recruitment of nearly 26,000 primary school teachers across the country.

Stop the Hypocrisy, Namiwa: Kapondamgaga Was Cleared - Your Witch-Hunt Is Tired

[Nyasa Times] Let's call a spade a spade. Sylvester Namiwa, the so-called Executive Director of the Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI), has once again taken to the national stage--not to uphold truth, justice, or the rule of law--but to wage another baseless, politically charged smear campaign. His latest target? State House Chief of Staff, Prince Kapondamgaga.

Tension in Zomba - MP Bester Awali Accused of Fueling Intra-Party Violence

[Nyasa Times] The political temperature in Zomba has reached boiling point--and at the center of the storm is Zomba Central Member of Parliament Bester Awali, who stands accused of orchestrating violence against fellow Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) officials in a blatant show of political desperation.

20 SADC Companies Join NPM Mid-Year Awards in Malawi

[Nyasa Times] The upcoming National Product Magazine (NPM) Mid-Year Awards and 115th Edition, scheduled for June 21, 2025, at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe, has attracted participation from 20 companies across the SADC region.

Old Mutual Advocates Financial Inclusion At the 35th Malawi International Trade Fair

[Nyasa Times] Old Mutual (Malawi) Limited, one of the the leading financial service providers in Malawi has stressed the need to position financial inclusion in the country's efforts aiming at achieving financial transformation.

UTM, Aford in Secret Talks As Opposition Scrambles for Unity

[Nyasa Times] With elections just around the corner, UTM and the Alliance for Democracy (Aford) have confirmed they are deep in alliance talks with other opposition parties--talks shrouded in secrecy and urgency as the race to September 16 heats up.

Old Mutual Marks 180 Years With African Themed Celebrations in Malawi

[Nyasa Times] A leading Pan African financial service provider Old Mutual Limited has wrapped its 180th anniversary observed every 17th May, with commemorative activities taking place across its markets, including Malawi.

Form Two Students Begin Jce Exams Today

[Nyasa Times] It's an important day for thousands of Form Two students across Malawi as the Junior Certificate of Education (JCE) examinations officially begin today, June 3, and will run until June 12, 2025.

FCB Partners Aero Lounge On Namadingo Show Loyalty Program

[Nyasa Times] First Capital Bank (FCB) has partnered with Aero Lounge in Lilongwe in an exclusive deal where the Bank is set to launch belief rewards during the Patience Namadingo show this Sunday.

Why Malawi Still Remains Very Poor - - and What Can Be Done About It

[Nyasa Times] Malawi remains one of the poorest countries in the world despite decades of foreign aid, democratic governance, and development planning.

Magla Supports Zomba Mountain Fun Walk, Hike With K5 Million

[Nyasa Times] The Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) has given K5 million to the Public Relations Society of Malawi (PRSM) to support the Zomba Mountain Fun Walk and Hike scheduled for this coming Saturday.

Justice Slams Mulli Empire - Supreme Court Orders K3 Billion Refund in Shocking Scandal

[Nyasa Times] In a damning blow to Leston Mulli's business empire, the Supreme Court of Appeal has today ruled that Sunrise Pharmaceuticals and Chombe Food Products must return a staggering K3 billion to the Malawi Government--plus interest--within 30 days. The ruling marks a decisive win for Attorney General Thabo Chakaka-Nyirenda and a thunderous indictment of the controversial payout made under the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) regime.