March 05
Malawi: Govt Crackdown On Illegal Forex Traders Sparks Malawi Kwacha Gains
The recent depreciation of the United States Dollar (USD) against the Malawi Kwacha has been attributed to the ongoing crackdown on illegal forex traders by law enforcement… Read more »
March 04
Malawi: The Case for a 100 Percent Minimum Wage Increment
Malawi Congress of Trade Union's (MCTU) proposal to double the minimum wage from K90,000 to K180,000 is not only justified--it is long overdue. In fact, to argue otherwise would be… Read more »
Malawi: Magla Supports Dzenza Community Environmental Initiative With K10 Million
Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) has supported the Dzenza Mountain environmental sustainability initiative with K10 million to purchase tree seedlings and beehives for… Read more »
Malawi: Mzuzu Vendors Praise Chakwera's Listening Ear, Shelve Demos After Fruitful Dialogue
Mzuzu small-scale business operators have shelved their planned demonstrations following a highly productive and cordial interface with President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera at… Read more »
March 03
Malawi: Show of Utm Force - Mathews Mtumbuka Calls Malawians to Rally Behind Kabambe
In a powerful demonstration of political unity, Dr. Mathews Mtumbuka has urged Malawians to rally behind UTM Party's newly elected President, Dr. Dalitso Kabambe, in the quest to… Read more »
Malawi: President Chakwera Directs Justice Minister to Pursue Compensation Claims From UK for Martyrs' Families
In a profound gesture of justice and national remembrance, President Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has directed the Minister of Justice to initiate the process of seeking compensation… Read more »
Malawi: DPP MP Kwelepete Under Fire for Baselessly Accusing Karonga Citizen of MPs' Vehicle Attack
Outrage has erupted in Karonga after Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Member of Parliament for Zomba Malosa, Grace Kwelepete, recklessly accused Isaiah Mhango, a Karonga… Read more »
Malawi: Is Black Market Forex On Its Deathbed? Chakwera's Intervention Sends Parallel Market Rates Tumbling
A major shift is underway in Malawi's foreign exchange (forex) market, as President Lazarus Chakwera's government interventions appear to have dealt a significant blow to the black… Read more »
Malawi: Who Was Fired for SONA Errors? the Silence From State House, OPC, and Kunkuyu Is Deafening
The Malawian people have once again been fed a half-truth--if not an outright lie. President Lazarus Chakwera stood before Parliament and confidently declared that five technocrats… Read more »
Malawi: Govt Commends Mncs for Malawi Sport Award Initiative - Urges Corporate Support
The Malawi Government has hailed the Malawi National Council of Sports (MNCS) for its prestigious annual Malawi Sport Award initiative, describing it as a vital platform for… Read more »
February 28
Malawi: Malawi Govt Unveils K8.05 Trillion Budget
Government has unveiled an ambitious K8.05 trillion national budget for the 2025/2026 financial year, with a focus on economic stabilization, social protection, and infrastructure… Read more »
Malawi: Chakwera Presides Over Prison Recruits' Pass-Out Ceremony
His Excellency the President of the Republic of Malawi, Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera, presided over the 14th Intake Prison Recruits' Pass-Out Ceremony at the Prison Staff Training… Read more »
February 27
Malawi: Chaos in Parliament As Government MPs Block CCTV Footage Showing Car Vandalism Suspects
Parliament proceedings were temporarily suspended on Tuesday after chaos erupted when government MPs blocked the playing of CCTV footage showing people who vandalized vehicles… Read more »
Malawi: Government Accused of Delaying Response to Nurses and Midwives' Welfare Concerns
The Association of Malawian Midwives (AMAMI) and the National Organization of Nurses and Midwives of Malawi (NONM) have expressed frustration over the government's continued… Read more »
Malawi: Malawians, Who Wants to Hurt Enock Chihana - and Why?
It is with great sorrow and deep concern that we ask: Who would want to harm Enock Chihana? And for what reason? Read more »
February 26
Malawi: Activist Wants Mayors to Be Elected By General Public, Not Just Sitting Councillors
A civil rights activist has called for urgent electoral reforms to ensure that mayors and municipal chairpersons are elected by the general public rather than by sitting… Read more »
Malawi: 'Malawi in Crisis - Government Fails to Manage Economy,' Says Rev. Baxton Maulidi
Rev. Baxton Maulidi, the All Africa Conference of Churches (AACC) Economic Justice & Accountability Champion in Malawi, has strongly criticized the government's handling of the… Read more »
Malawi: Kaunjika Prices Drop As Government Responds to Vendors' Protests
Following yesterday's protests by vendors in Lilongwe over the rising cost of goods, some shops in the capital have started complying with the government's directive to reduce… Read more »
February 25
Malawi: Early Retirement Surge Strains Pension System As Government Secures K100bn to Clear Backlog
The Accountant General, Henry Mphasa, has admitted that the rising number of civil servants opting for early retirement is exacerbating the backlog of unpaid pension gratuities,… Read more »
Malawi: Govt Must Suspend All Protocols - Malawi Is in a War Situation
In this article, Dr. (HC) Anthony John Mukumbwa calls for immediate and bold action to address Malawi's economic crisis, urging the suspension of taxes on essential goods,… Read more »
Malawi: By-Election Results and Defections Leave Opposition Struggling in the North, Say Analysts
The recent by-election results in Karonga, coupled with a series of defections by opposition Members of Parliament (MPs) and ward councilors, have left opposition parties facing an… Read more »
Malawi: Malawians' Misconduct in Israel Jeopardizes International Employment Opportunities
Recent revelations by Minister of Labour, Engineer Vitumbiko Mumba, have cast a harsh light on the detrimental impact of unprofessional conduct by Malawian workers abroad. The… Read more »
Malawi: Old Mutual Prepares for 9th Annual Mathematics Olympiad Prize Presentation
Old Mutual Malawi Limited has announced the upcoming prize presentation ceremony for the 2024/25 Old Mutual Mathematics Olympiad, scheduled for 3rd March 2025 at Mzuzu University… Read more »
February 24
Africa: Malawi, Africa Hit Hard - Three Years of Ukraine Invasion
Three years ago, on February 24, the world was shaken by Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Despite widespread international condemnation and ongoing efforts to end the war,… Read more »
Malawi: How to End Malawi's Forex Crisis - a Villager's Perspective
Malawi's foreign exchange crisis has persisted for years, crippling the economy, driving inflation, and creating barriers to development. While policymakers have attempted various… Read more »
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