Wezzie Gausi: The government has placed some contractors under scrutiny after an audit exposed accountability gaps in the handling of materials under the Malawi Rural Electrification Programme (Marep) Phase 9. The Ministry of Energy awarded 27 contracts to different firms to supply and deliver materials for the rollout of the project. The materials included poles, […]
By Wezzie Gausi: President Peter Mutharika Monday left Lilongwe City for Mangochi District, where he is expected to undertake official duties over the next three days. This has been revealed amid the President’s ongoing engagements across the country, following a busy schedule that has recently included opening the 2026- 27 Budget Meeting of Parliament and […]
By Deborah Madeya: The Roads Authority (RA) has expressed concern over the surge in cases of culvert vandalism in the country, saying the malpractice is costing it billions of Kwacha. The culverts that are commonly vandalised are Armco culverts, which are corrugated steel pipe structures that are placed underneath the road surface for drainage, the […]
By Kenneth Zindondo, contributor: The Malawi Women’s National Cricket Team announced its arrival at the Kalahari Women’s T20I Tournament 2026 in Botswana in style, thrashing Lesotho by nine wickets in their opening match yesterday. It was a good start for Malawi as they are expected to face Brazil today during the third edition of the […]
Athletes who are participating in the Malawi Sports Development Camp in Lilongwe have been challenged to train hard and give their best during the 13- day training programme. The programme is underway at Lilongwe Girls Secondary School in Lilongwe. The call was made by Malawi National Council of Sports Vice Board Chairperson Chris Sukasuka during […]
People from all walks of life on Sunday converged at Zomba Stadium, Zomba City, to witness a goalless friendly match between Red Lions and FCB Nyasa Big Bullets in a match that was deemed as a litmus test for the newly-constructed 20,000-seater stadium. There was excitement as the two teams got onto the pitch, which […]
By Sam Banda Jnr: The past years the country had big name writers, who competed with other on the international platform but the trend has changed in recent times. Today, the country has fallen short when it comes to being competitive with West Africa dominating. It is in this vein that University of Malawi Associate […]
By Sam Banda Jnr & Jimmy Chazama: Organisers of the Miss Malawi beauty pageant have said that this year they are going nationwide with scouting including rural areas. Miss Malawi spokesperson Stephen Mdala said Monday that the move is aimed at reaching out to all girls and women for equal representation. With the second phase […]
By Kingsley Jassi: The World Bank has asked Malawi not to drift from the Automatic Pricing Mechanism (APM) for fuel to prevent carrying over arrears. APM is a system used in determining retail fuel prices, in line with international prices and other factors, without the government subsidising the prices. Since the re-introduction of the mechanism, […]
Industrialisation , Business, Trade and Tourism Minister Simon Itaye has hailed United Civil Servants Sacco for strong financial performance in the year ended December 31, 2025. Itaye was speaking in Lilongwe during the sacco’s annual general meeting. During the period, the sacco attained a surplus of about K15.7 billion and declared a K 4.6 billion […]
AFSTA Congress 2026 in Cape Town that was attended by Mr Nessimu Nyama Secretary General of Seed Trade Association of Malawi (STAM) and Lilian Chimphepo, Chief Environmental Officer at the Malawi Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs who featured as a panelist, delivered a blunt warning to African governments: unless seed laws, regional trade […]
Public Accounts Committee (PAC) Chairperson Steven Malondera has broken his committee’s silence agreement, issuing a detailed and strongly worded defence of his integrity amid corruption and influence allegations raised by lawyer Alexious Kamangila. In a public statement accompanied by what he described as documentary evidence, including screenshots and phone call records, Malondera denied wrongdoing and […]
Director General of MACRA Mayamiko Nkoloma has led Malawi’s push for stronger digital partnerships as the country intensifies efforts to accelerate its digital transformation agenda through strategic regional cooperation. Nkoloma, together with the Principal Secretary for e-Government Prosper Mopiwa, held high-level discussions with a delegation from The Gambia during GITEX Africa Morocco 2026, a major continental […]
FDH Bank plc has announced a strategic partnership with the Ministry of Health to introduce digital payment systems in public health facilities, offering Malawians more options for payments. The initiative is designed to provide patients with modern, flexible alternatives to cash while supporting broader government reforms aimed at improving service delivery and resource mobilization within […]
Embattled lawyer Alexious Kamangira has ignited a political firestorm after formally petitioning Malawi’s Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), accusing Public Accounts Committee (PAC) chairperson Steven Malondera and members of the committee of corruption and abuse of office in the high-stakes inquiry into the controversial Amaryllis Hotel deal. In a complaint dated April 7, 2026, seen by this […]
The NICO Group, which includes NBS Bank, ERIS Properties and Blantyre Hotels Limited, has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing Malawi’s private sector development by presenting a K200 million sponsorship to the Malawi Confederation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry (MCCCI) in support of the institution’s upcoming Business Leadership Summit slated for April 22-24 2026 at […]
Former President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera yesterday delivered a rare, fiery warning, making it clear that his trademark calmness and restraint should never be mistaken for political weakness. Speaking at the funeral ceremony of Sub-Traditional Authority Malembo in Lilongwe, Chakwera struck an unusually firm and emotional tone, appearing to send a strong message—albeit indirectly—to figures […]
The Financial Intelligence Agency (FIA) is at the centre stage of failing to act in the controversial and dubious cash withdrawals amounting to a whopping K5 billion from the sale of Amaryllis Hotel, now under parliamentary probe. We can reveal that FIA boss Jean Piriminta was sacked from her position after she ‘leaked’ a Central […]
Malawi’s government has announced the rebranding of the National Economic Empowerment Fund (NEEF) into the Malawi Economic Development Fund (MADEF), presenting it as a bold step to expand access to loans for youth, women, and small business owners. The move is meant to improve efficiency, transparency, and impact. But it also raises a tough, unavoidable […]
For many years, experts warned that Malawi was headed toward a “debt crisis.” Today, that crisis is no longer a theory—it is a daily reality. From the price of maize at the market to the lack of medicines in our hospitals, the shadow of national debt touches every corner of Malawian life. As we navigate […]
The inquiry into the controversial Amaryllis Hotel purchase remains incomplete, with Parliament now awaiting a report that could take weeks to finalize. First Deputy Speaker Victor Musowa said precision must take priority over speed. The report, initially expected last week, was postponed, raising questions about when Parliament will finally review it. Francis Belekanyama, Member of […]
Public Accounts Committee (PAC) Chairperson Steven Malondera has dismissed bribery allegations made against him, saying they are false and backed by no evidence. Malondera was responding to a court complaint by Alexious Kamangila, who challenged being implicated in a bribery matter, prompting the PAC chair to issue a detailed response on his Facebook account. In […]
Despite its vast tourism potential, Likoma District continues to struggle with poor road infrastructure, a challenge stakeholders say is significantly limiting the area’s growth as a top tourist destination. Located on the eastern waters of Lake Malawi, Likoma is widely regarded as one of the country’s most scenic and culturally rich destinations. The district boasts […]
The Leader of Opposition in Parliament, Simplex Chithyola Banda, has warned that Malawi risks serious economic consequences if government delays announcing farm gate prices, as vendors continue exploiting farmers. Speaking in Parliament on Tuesday, Chithyola Banda said the absence of official prices has created a vacuum that is being abused, with some vendors reportedly buying […]
Image: NPS / Kelsey Graczyk The United States government has threatened to jail journalists for reporting on a US special forces officer who is reportedly missing in Iran, raising fresh concerns about press freedom and the treatment of independent media. US President Donald J. Trump issued the threats at the White House on Monday afternoon—remarks […]
Malawi Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) members have been accused of receiving K65 million in bribes to influence an ongoing parliamentary inquiry into the controversial purchase of the Amaryllis Hotel by the Public Pension Trust Fund (PSPTF) from Yusuf Investments Limited “to bury the truth”. According to a whistleblower complaint officially received by the Anti-Corruption […]
Dangote Refinery, owned by Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, is assisting some African countries disrupted by fuel supply shortages due to Iran’s war by increasing exports of gasoline and urea. Globally, most countries are struggling to purchase fuel as the Iran war continues, and Dangote has assured Africans that his refinery will supply enough Gas […]
Malawi’s hard-won progress in key health indicators could stall before reaching global targets unless urgent investment and systemic reforms are made, stakeholders have warned. Speaking in Lilongwe yesterday during World Health Day commemoration, World Health Organisation (WHO) country representative Charles Kuria Njuguna said the country is making gains, but not fast enough to meet the […]
Alcoholic spirit producers CapeStars and amapiano musician Zeze Kingston have entered into a new one-year brand ambassador agreement. The deal was announced on Monday afternoon during an event held at HS Winehouse in Namiwawa, Blantyre. Ndasauka (L) and Zeze Kingstone after signing the deal. | Brian Itai CapeStars general manager Darlington Ndasauka said the relationship […]
Tumaini, the country’s sole festival hosted in a refugee camp, has won a global recognition at the 2026 Ockenden International Prizes. Tumaini Letu, the organisation behind the festival, is one of the five recipients of the 14th annual awards alongside other organisations from Greece, Chad, Ukraine and the United Kingdom. Amahoro Drummers in action at […]
FMB Capital Holdings plc (FMBCH) has reported a 47 percent increase in profit after-tax to $152 million (about K266 billion), reflecting steady execution of its regional strategy and the strength of its diversified banking model. The group’s reported profit growth is supported by its markets in Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana and Mozambique and a more […]
Miss Culture Malawi second runner-up Maureen Keira Zimba has intensified efforts to empower young girls through her initiative, Unstoppable Me, which seeks to build confidence and purpose among young girls. Unstoppable Me is about empowering girls and creating a ripple effect of support and leadership among women in the community. Through the initiative, Zimba motivated […]
Government is losing millions of kwacha as politically connected tenants are allegedly evading rent and intimidating officials tasked with enforcing lease agreements for State houses. Minister of Lands and Housing Chimwemwe Chipungu told Parliament last week that some politicians and their associates are abusing their influence to evade paying rent on government properties, thereby undermining […]
As the implementation of the Reformed Constituency Development Fund (RCDF) begins this month, councillors are calling for customised training to enable them to effectively carry out their oversight role. The 2026/27 financial year commenced on April 1, and The Nation has established that some councils have already submitted their development plans to the central government […]
Ministry of Health and Sanitation has recorded 14 new cholera cases within seven days, bringing the total number of cases to 168 with five deaths since the first case was confirmed in December last year. Public Health Institute of Malawi (Phim) latest weekly report issued on April 1 2026 shows that 94 of the cases […]
The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (Mera) says it has resolved grievances raised by tanker truck drivers regarding their welfare by allocating 85 percent of contractual fuel volumes to Malawian transporters and establishing offices at loading ports. Mera and the drivers under the banner of the Bulk Vehicle Operators Trade Union (Bvotu), have since announced that […]
Former Secretary to the President and Cabinet (SPC) Colleen Zamba is scheduled to appear before Mkulula First Grade Magistrate’s Court in Dowa today in her attempt to vacate two warrants of arrest hanging above her head. The State wants Zamba, who is being represented by lawyer George Jivason Kadzipatike of Jivason and Company lawyers, arrested […]
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