Sports

Pasuwa Demands Tougher Tests for Flames as Malawian Players Feature in Zambian Super League

Malawi coach Kalisto Pasuwa is calling for warm-up matches against top North and West African teams, while Malawian internationals clash in the Zambian MTN Super League and FCB Nyasa Big Bullets secure a new goalkeeper.

Mar 14, 2026 More

Politics

Update: Amaryllis Inquiry Deepens as Mining Revenues Plunge and VP Seeks K2.4 Billion

The Amaryllis Hotel inquiry faces missing records and bribery allegations, while an export ban causes an 89 percent drop in mining revenues. Meanwhile, the First Vice-President requests K2.42 billion for official operations.

Mar 14, 2026 More

Crime & Justice

Philippine Authorities Intercept Malawi Drug Shipment as UN Reviews Enforced Disappearances

Philippine authorities seized a 26.9 million peso methamphetamine shipment originating from Malawi, while the UN Committee on Enforced Disappearances reviewed Malawian laws. Additionally, the Anti-Corruption Bureau defended its clearance of the Amaryllis Hotel purchase before the Public Accounts Committee.

Mar 14, 2026 More

Agriculture

Malawi Projects 2.8 Percent Agriculture Growth as Tobacco Commission Launches Tree Planting Drive

Malawi's agriculture sector is projected to grow by 2.8 percent in 2026, supported by new budget allocations and plans for a local fertiliser factory, while the Tobacco Commission enforces a new 10,000-tree planting initiative.

Mar 14, 2026 More

Crime & Justice

Former MBC Bosses Granted Bail as ACB Plans to Drop Mchacha Graft Case

Former Malawi Broadcasting Corporation executives George Kasakula and Jack Kamwachale have been granted bail on corruption charges, while the Anti-Corruption Bureau is set to discontinue a high-profile case against Democratic Progressive Party regional governor Charles Mchacha.

Mar 14, 2026 More

International

Chinese Ambassador Meets Malawi Police Chief as SADC Ministers Conclude Pretoria Summit

Chinese Ambassador Lu Xu held talks with Malawi Police Inspector General Richard Luhanga on bilateral law enforcement, while regional leaders wrapped up the SADC Council of Ministers meeting in South Africa.

Mar 14, 2026 More

Entertainment

MBC Appoints Brian Banda as Director General Amid Credential Controversy as MACRA Meets Canal+

The Malawi Broadcasting Corporation has appointed Brian Banda as its new Director General, though the decision faces scrutiny over missing academic credentials. Meanwhile, MACRA met with Canal+ executives to discuss local content monetisation.

Mar 14, 2026 More

Politics

Update: ACB Clears Amaryllis Hotel Deal as Mutharika Returns from South Africa

The Anti-Corruption Bureau has cleared the K128.7 billion Amaryllis Hotel purchase of corruption, while President Peter Mutharika returned to Lilongwe following a private visit to South Africa.

Mar 14, 2026 More

Environment

Update: Safety Advisories Issued as Malawi Braces for More Heavy Rains and Prepares for Climate Conference

Malawi's meteorological department has issued a safety advisory for lake users as severe weather and high flooding risks continue across the region.

Mar 14, 2026 More

Sports

FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Announce New Signings as FINCA Unveils K100 Million Football Sponsorship

FCB Nyasa Big Bullets have signed several new players including Pilirani Mapira and Ahmad Kung'unde ahead of the new season. Meanwhile, the Malawi Flames continue their Four Nations Tournament preparations despite injuries, and FINCA Malawi has launched a K100 million sponsorship for the Southern Region Football League.

Mar 13, 2026 More

Health

Malawi Expands Dialysis to Mzuzu as Aid Cuts Threaten Malnutrition Screening

Malawi has announced plans to introduce dialysis services at Mzuzu Central Hospital to improve access in the Northern Region. Meanwhile, medical charities warn that funding cuts are halting child malnutrition screenings, and debates continue over a presidential ban on public doctors operating private clinics.

Mar 13, 2026 More

Education

Global Aid Cuts Prompt Review of Malawi Education Financing as LUANAR Announces New Cohorts

Recent cuts to Official Development Assistance have sparked calls for a strategic review of education financing in Malawi. Meanwhile, LUANAR has showcased new agricultural research initiatives and published its latest admissions.

Mar 13, 2026 More

Politics

Update: PAC Demands Amaryllis Contracts as Nico Withdraws from Hotel Deal

The Public Accounts Committee has ordered EMJ to submit Amaryllis Hotel contract documents, while Nico Asset Managers formally withdrew from the controversial deal citing financial risks.

Mar 12, 2026 More

Economy

Analysts Warn of Budget Shocks as RBM Forecasts Inflation Drop and Fish Exports Decline

Analysts warn that external shocks could threaten Malawi's K10.978 trillion budget targets, while the Reserve Bank projects a decline in inflation to 24.8 percent and the country reports a significant loss in ornamental fish export markets.

Mar 12, 2026 More

Entertainment

Driemo's 'Joker' Hits 10 Million Views as Zeze Kingston Drops New Collaboration

Malawian afro-pop star Driemo celebrates a major milestone as his hit single 'Joker' surpasses 10 million YouTube views. Meanwhile, Zeze Kingston releases his highly anticipated collaboration 'Ndilira Mumvula' featuring Zambian artist Yo Maps.

Mar 12, 2026 More

Health

Update: Malawi Reports 62 Percent Drop in Cholera as Mpox Vaccination Drive Concludes

Malawi has recorded a 62 percent decline in new cholera infections following a nationwide vaccination campaign, as health officials also confirm the successful administration of all Mpox vaccines. In other news, authorities are expanding pediatric cancer awareness and highlighting the growing threat of chronic kidney disease.

Mar 12, 2026 More

Education

CSEC Proposes 10 Percent CDF Allocation for Education as Survey Details Support for Pregnant Students

The Civil Society Education Coalition is lobbying for a dedicated portion of the Constituency Development Fund to go toward local education standards. Meanwhile, a new Afrobarometer survey shows strong public backing for allowing pregnant girls to remain in school.

Mar 12, 2026 More

International

Malawi Advances Regional Diplomacy and Secures $25 Million Health Grant

Malawi strengthens its international agenda by securing a $25 million health grant, reinforcing diplomatic ties at the SADC ministers meeting, and expanding global gender equality commitments, while a UK charity launches a massive Ramadan food drive.

Mar 12, 2026 More

Sports

Court Rules FAM Unlawfully Dismissed Coach Patrick Mabedi as Bullets Announce New Signings

The Industrial Relations Court has ruled that the Football Association of Malawi unlawfully terminated former Flames coach Patrick Mabedi's contract. Meanwhile, FAM searches for a new national cup sponsor, FCB Nyasa Big Bullets sign four new players, and Blessings Mpokera withdraws from the national team camp due to injury.

Mar 12, 2026 More

Crime & Justice

Update: PAC Begins Amaryllis Hotel Inquiry as ACB Arrests Immigration Officer for Bribery

Parliament launches a public inquiry into the Amaryllis Hotel acquisition, an immigration officer faces bribery charges, and the UN reviews Malawi's human rights compliance.

Mar 12, 2026 More

Politics

Update: PAC Opens Amaryllis Hotel Inquiry as Malawi Receives Global Recognition for Child Marriage Fight

The Public Accounts Committee has launched public hearings into the controversial Amaryllis Hotel purchase, while the Malawian government was honoured at the 70th Commission on the Status of Women in New York.

Mar 12, 2026 More

International

Malawi Honoured at UN for Ending Child Marriages as Japan Pledges Tech Support

Malawi has received international recognition at the UN for its efforts to end child marriage, while the government secured continued technological support from Japan and opened a regional shipping workshop in Lilongwe.

Mar 12, 2026 More

Environment

Malawi to Host African Climate Conference as Authorities Warn of Extreme Flooding

Malawi will host the 5th African Regional Conference on Loss and Damage this March to discuss climate financing. Meanwhile, meteorological agencies have issued severe weather warnings for persistent heavy rains and flooding along the lakeshore, while a new conservation project aims to protect fruit bats in Mangochi District.

Mar 12, 2026 More

Agriculture

Millions Face Food Insecurity as Southern Maize Wilts; Farmers Turn to Agroecology

FEWS NET projects over 2 million Malawians will need food assistance this lean season as dry spells hit southern maize crops, while high fertiliser costs drive Mzimba farmers toward agroecology.

Mar 12, 2026 More

Environment

Update: Lake Malawi Hits 45-Year High as FAO Exceeds Forest Restoration Target in Ntcheu

Lake Malawi water levels have surged to a 45-year high, prompting increased discharge at the Kamuzu Barrage. Meanwhile, the UN has restored over 5,800 hectares of degraded land in Ntcheu, and smallholder farmers are turning to agroecology to combat extreme weather.

Mar 11, 2026 More

Crime & Justice

High Court Dismisses Lawsuit Against Madonna's Charity as Police Commissioners Explore Settlement

A Malawi High Court has dismissed a 15-year wrongful termination lawsuit against Madonna's Raising Malawi charity. In other legal news, the government and four embattled police commissioners are negotiating an out-of-court settlement over their recent redeployments.

Mar 11, 2026 More

Health

Malawi Secures $25 Million WHO Health Grant as Minister Exposes Hospital Bribery

Malawi has secured a $25 million healthcare grant from the WHO to upgrade laboratories. Concurrently, the Health Minister exposed a bribery ring during an undercover hospital sting, nutrition advocates are lobbying for increased budget allocations, and global aid cuts are causing severe therapeutic food shortages for malnourished children.

Mar 11, 2026 More

Economy

Update: Malawi Clears Pension Backlog as Central Bank Forecasts Easing Inflation

The Malawi government plans to clear a massive pension backlog for 11,000 retirees by the end of March 2026 under its new K10.978 trillion budget. Meanwhile, the Reserve Bank of Malawi expects inflation to drop following a recent policy rate cut, and the kwacha remains stable.

Mar 11, 2026 More

Politics

Registrar Warns Against Campaign Handouts as Afrobarometer Details Social Policy Views

Ahead of the March 17 by-elections, the Registrar of Political Parties has urged public cooperation to curb campaign handouts, while a new Afrobarometer dispatch reveals strong Malawian opposition to expanding abortion access.

Mar 11, 2026 More

Economy

Malawi's Export Firms Drop by 47 Percent as MHC Faces K9.1 Billion Debt

Malawi's active exporting businesses have nearly halved to 654, while the Malawi Housing Corporation struggles with mounting debt. Meanwhile, a UK retail network is expanding its partnership with Malawian farmers, and female entrepreneurs received new support at a Blantyre business clinic.

Mar 10, 2026 More

Health

Health Minister Bans Group Consultations After Undercover Sting as Anti-Corruption Drive Continues

Health Minister Madalitso Chidumu-Baloyi banned group hospital consultations after witnessing bribery and privacy violations during an undercover visit to Bwaila Hospital. Meanwhile, the government enforces its ban on public doctors owning private clinics, and a Rumphi health centre receives new ultrasound equipment.

Mar 10, 2026 More

Crime & Justice

Crime & Justice Brief: Zomba Court Jails 15 for Robbery as ACB Deploys Surveillance Vehicles

A Zomba court has sentenced 15 men to 21 years in prison for a coordinated robbery, while the Anti-Corruption Bureau has launched new surveillance vehicles for corruption hotspots.

Mar 10, 2026 More

Sports

Bullets Sign Dastan Banda as Tabitha Chawinga Wins Player of the Month in France

FCB Nyasa Big Bullets have agreed to sign striker Dastan Banda, while Scorchers captain Tabitha Chawinga was named Player of the Month for her French club. Silver Strikers also bolstered their squad with Ghanaian defender Eric Atsigah.

Mar 10, 2026 More

International

Malawi Prepares for Regional Trade Workshop as Government Backs Nuclear Disarmament

Malawi is set to host a regional shipping and trade workshop in Lilongwe to reduce logistics costs. In diplomatic developments, the government reaffirmed its commitment to nuclear disarmament, while UN Women Malawi announced new community grants to combat child marriage.

Mar 10, 2026 More

Crime & Justice

Crime Brief: Police Arrest Suspects for Fertiliser Theft and Counterfeit Merchandise as Nkhotakota Assault Manhunt Begins

Malawi police report multiple arrests, including two security guards for a K5 million fertiliser theft in Ntcheu and three men in Blantyre for selling fake FCB Nyasa Big Bullets merchandise. Meanwhile, a manhunt is underway in Nkhotakota for suspects who drugged and sexually assaulted a woman travelling from Dowa.

Mar 9, 2026 More

Education

LUANAR Seeks Agricultural Research Funding as TIKUMA Project Aids Balaka Student

LUANAR officials have asked Parliament for increased agricultural research funding to combat food shortages, while a mobility-challenged Balaka student received a bicycle to assist with exam preparations.

Mar 9, 2026 More

Economy

Economists Back Exchange Rate Unification as Private Sector Cautiously Welcomes Policy Rate Cut

A new policy note urges Malawi to unify its exchange rates to reflect market realities, while the private sector cautiously welcomes the Reserve Bank of Malawi's recent policy rate cut.

Mar 9, 2026 More

Agriculture

India Dispatches 1,000 Metric Tons of Rice to Malawi as ADMARC Faces K144 Billion Deficit

India has sent a 1,000-metric-ton humanitarian rice shipment to Malawi to ease food shortages caused by El Nino dry spells. Meanwhile, ADMARC requires K144 billion to operate in the upcoming fiscal year, and LUANAR is urging Parliament to increase funding for agricultural research.

Mar 9, 2026 More

Crime & Justice

ACB Investigations Stall Over Funding as High-Profile Extortion Case Faces Delay

The Anti-Corruption Bureau faces a severe funding crisis stalling major investigations, while the K1.3 billion extortion case against former minister Ezekiel Ching'oma is delayed. Meanwhile, police face criticism over the unresolved abduction of Sameer Sacranie, and a new study reveals structural barriers for gender-based violence survivors.

Mar 8, 2026 More

Agriculture

Update: Admarc Faces K80 Billion Deficit as Nasfam and MEJN Lobby for Agricultural Budget Revisions

Admarc has warned Parliament it needs an additional K80 billion to meet crop purchase and fertiliser targets in the 2026/2027 budget. Meanwhile, Nasfam and MEJN are lobbying for better support for medium-scale farmers and climate financing, as a UK cooperative marks International Women's Day by celebrating £1 million in sales supporting Malawian women farmers.

Mar 8, 2026 More

Education

LUANAR Wins Inter-University Debate as MANEB Opens Exam Marker Recruitment

LUANAR students won the 'Shifting the Power' debate competition, earning cash rewards from the university. In other education updates, MC Chris Loka donated renovation materials to his former secondary school, Salesian Missions improved dormitories for girls at Don Bosco High School, and MANEB set a March 20 deadline for exam marker applications.

Mar 8, 2026 More

Entertainment

Miss Malawi Thandi Chisi Hosts International Women's Day Empowerment Event in Lilongwe

Miss Malawi 2025 Thandi Chisi hosted an empowerment gathering in Lilongwe alongside First Vice-President Jane Ansah to mark International Women's Day.

Mar 8, 2026 More

Health

K3.5 Billion Maternal Health Grant Formalised as Disease Outbreaks Threaten Southern Malawi

Malawi secures a K3.5 billion grant for maternal health while women's groups highlight healthcare inequities. Meanwhile, climate-linked disease outbreaks hit southern districts and a major 25-year health dataset is released.

Mar 8, 2026 More

Agriculture

Nasfam Praises Budget Shift to Irrigation as ADMARC Pledges to Advance Female Leadership

Nasfam has commended the 2026/2027 National Budget for prioritising development spending, urging a shift toward irrigation and crop diversification. Meanwhile, ADMARC has committed to empowering women in executive roles to drive agricultural growth.

Mar 8, 2026 More

Economy

NFRA Warns of K130 Billion Deficit as Economists Weigh In on 2026/27 Budget

The National Food Reserve Agency has warned parliament that a K60 billion budget allocation is insufficient to restock the country's grain reserves. Meanwhile, economic experts are urging fiscal discipline as the government navigates its high debt burden.

Mar 8, 2026 More

Sports

Malawi Queens Drop in Netball Rankings as WAFCON Rescheduled and FAM Honours Top Players

The Malawi Queens have fallen to ninth in the World Netball rankings. Meanwhile, the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations has been rescheduled to July, and the Football Association of Malawi has crowned its annual award winners.

Mar 8, 2026 More

Crime & Justice

Kamangila Names Chief Justice as Witness in Defamation Case as Amnesty Praises Abortion Ruling

Lawyer Alexious Kamangila lists 17 prominent witnesses in his defamation trial against Judge Kenan Manda, while political tensions escalate in Karonga Nyungwe over alleged assassination plots.

Mar 8, 2026 More

Entertainment

Hifi Electronics Partners With Sam Mjura Mkandawire for Gratitude Worship Concert

Gospel musician Sam Mjura Mkandawire has partnered with Hifi Electronics for the third edition of the Gratitude Worship Concert, scheduled for this Friday at ICA Church in Lilongwe.

Mar 8, 2026 More

Economy

Update: Traders Report Low Sales Despite RBM Policy Rate Cut

While the Reserve Bank of Malawi recently lowered its policy interest rate to 24 percent, small-scale traders say they have yet to see the economic benefits as consumer spending remains low.

Mar 8, 2026 More

Health

Update: Scrutiny Mounts Over K3.5 Billion Maternal Health Grant as Medical Sector Debates Clinic Ban

Accountability groups are questioning procurement oversight for a new K3.5 billion Chinese maternal health grant. Meanwhile, the government's 30-day ultimatum banning public health workers from owning private clinics continues to face backlash, and a new study highlights persistent challenges in treating childhood malnutrition.

Mar 8, 2026 More

International

UN Highlights Gender Disparities in Malawi on International Women's Day as SADC Officials Meet in Pretoria

The United Nations has urged Malawi to address political and legal inequalities as female parliamentary representation falls to 21 percent. Meanwhile, SADC senior officials have gathered in Pretoria to prepare the regional budget and address climate and economic challenges.

Mar 8, 2026 More

Politics

Political Dispute Rocks Karonga Nyungwe as Zimbabwean Tycoon's Meetings Spark Debate

A severe political dispute has emerged in the Karonga Nyungwe constituency involving assassination allegations, while the presence of a controversial Zimbabwean businessman in Malawi draws public scrutiny.

Mar 8, 2026 More

Politics

Malawi Agrees Digital Pact With Ghana as High Court Judge Condemns Local Journalism Standards

Malawi has partnered with Ghana to improve digital infrastructure following talks at the Mobile World Congress in Spain. Meanwhile, a High Court ruling has sparked a debate over journalism standards after a judge strongly criticised the local media.

Mar 7, 2026 More

Health

WOCACA Urges Better Cancer Care for Women as Malawi Joins New Climate Health Consortium

The Women's Coalition Against Cancer has called for improved disease treatment ahead of International Women's Day, while a new £40 million consortium targets climate-driven health crises in Malawi, and a K3.5 billion Chinese grant faces procurement scrutiny.

Mar 7, 2026 More

Entertainment

Malawi Prepares for First All-DJ Festival as New Stage Play Tackles Economic Hardships

Lilongwe is set to host the debut TMV Jam Session on March 29, combining music with mental health advocacy, while the Madsoc Theatre stages the final weekend shows of 'Until I Afford Soap'.

Mar 7, 2026 More

Crime & Justice

High Court Rules Mota-Engil Subject to Transparency Law as Judge Criticises Local Press

The Lilongwe High Court has ruled that construction firm Mota-Engil must comply with Malawi's Access to Information Act. In separate judicial news, High Court Judge Kenyatta Nyirenda issued a sharp critique of the local press corps regarding their court reporting standards.

Mar 7, 2026 More

Environment

MEJN Pushes for Climate Funding as Rural Women Adapt to Extreme Weather

Malawian conservationists planted trees in Mzimba to combat deforestation, while rural women established agroecology sites to survive extreme weather and dry spells.

Mar 7, 2026 More

Sports

Update: FAM Announces Award Winners as WAFCON Rescheduled and Flames End Rebuilding Phase

Chikumbutso Salima and Deborah Henry claimed top honours at the FAM Annual Awards on Friday. Meanwhile, CAF has postponed the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations to July, and FAM President Fleetwood Haiya has declared an end to the rebuilding phase for the men's national team.

Mar 7, 2026 More

Economy

Update: Commercial Banks Prepare to Lower Borrowing Costs Following RBM Policy Rate Cut

Commercial banks in Malawi are preparing to increase private sector lending after the Reserve Bank of Malawi cut its policy rate to 24 percent.

Mar 7, 2026 More

Agriculture

ADMARC Rolls Out Maize Sales as Nasfam Critiques Budget and Loan Dispute Continues

ADMARC has launched a targeted maize distribution programme in southern Malawi, while Nasfam calls for greater crop diversification in the new national budget.

Mar 7, 2026 More

International

NPC Backs Exchange Rate Unification as SADC Officials Meet in Pretoria

The National Planning Commission has backed international calls for Malawi's exchange rate unification to ease economic distortions. Meanwhile, SADC senior officials have convened in Pretoria, and the U.S. Embassy in Lilongwe hosted diplomatic entry exams.

Mar 7, 2026 More

Entertainment

Gospel Artist Steve Muliya Drops 'Mfumu' Single as Zeze Kingston Releases New Collaboration

Malawian gospel musician Steve Muliya has released a new traditional track titled 'Mfumu', while secular star Zeze Kingston teamed up with regional artists for a new single.

Mar 6, 2026 More

Economy

Malawi Trade Deficit Widens by 129 Percent as Mining and Water Utilities Face Revenue Slumps

Malawi's trade deficit surged by 129 percent to $336.6 million in January 2026, worsened by recent US trade policies affecting exports. Meanwhile, the mining sector saw an 89 percent drop in government revenue following an export ban, and national water boards lost approximately K70 billion to system leaks.

Mar 6, 2026 More

Agriculture

Transporters Protest Zambia Maize Deal as Malawi Faces 600,000-Tonne Shortfall and Greenbelt Budget Cuts

Local transporters accuse the government of unfair treatment in the Zambia maize procurement deal, while the National Food Reserve Agency reports a massive national maize shortfall and the Greenbelt Authority faces severe budget cuts.

Mar 6, 2026 More

Health

China Grants K3.5 Billion for Maternal Health as Private Clinic Ban Sparks Debate

Malawi has secured a K3.5 billion grant from China to improve maternal and newborn health in three districts. Meanwhile, a government directive banning public health workers from operating private clinics continues to face backlash from medical professionals.

Mar 6, 2026 More

International

Malawi Faces UN Rights Review as Government Secures Regional River and Health Pacts

Malawi will undergo a UN review on enforced disappearances next week, while the government joins a $7.12 million regional initiative to protect the Ruvuma River Basin and benefits from a new $9.57 million AfDB grant for health emergencies.

Mar 6, 2026 More

Education

MANEB Recruits Exam Markers as Scotland Praises Malawi's Free Secondary Education Policy

The Malawi National Examinations Board has opened applications for teachers to mark national exams, while Scottish NGOs formally welcomed the government's decision to abolish secondary school and examination fees.

Mar 6, 2026 More

Sports

Update: FAM Hosts Annual Awards as Pasuwa Names Squad for Four Nations Tournament

The Football Association of Malawi is holding its annual awards ceremony in Blantyre, while Flames coach Kalisto Pasuwa has named a 23-man squad for the upcoming Four Nations Tournament in Botswana. Meanwhile, CAF has officially rescheduled the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations to July and August.

Mar 6, 2026 More

Environment

Malawi Joins $7.12 Million Ruvuma River Project as MEJN Pushes for Climate Budget Funding

Malawi has partnered with Mozambique and Tanzania on a $7.12 million conservation initiative for the Ruvuma River Basin. Domestically, civil society groups are pressing lawmakers to allocate dedicated climate financing after extreme weather reduced national economic growth to four percent.

Mar 6, 2026 More

Economy

Malawi Interbank Lending Rates Drop to 16 Percent as MEC K4 Billion Election Funds Sit Frozen

Borrowing costs between Malawi's commercial banks have dropped to 16 percent amid a slowdown in forex trading. Meanwhile, K4 billion in MEC nomination fees remains frozen in bank accounts awaiting Treasury approval, and commercial banks prepare to boost lending following the central bank's recent policy rate cut.

Mar 6, 2026 More

Crime & Justice

Judiciary pilots Lilongwe Prison camp court to revive plea bargaining after 16-year lull

The Judiciary has launched a Prison Camp Court pilot at Lilongwe Prison to implement plea bargaining, a reform Chief Justice Rizine Mzikamanda says had been dormant for 16 years.

Mar 5, 2026 More

Environment

CISONECC urges protection of medicinal plants as Lake Malawi rises and NWRA increases barrage discharge

NWRA has raised Kamuzu Barrage discharge as Lake Malawi continues to rise, while CISONECC is calling for action to protect medicinal and aromatic plants from deforestation and climate pressures.

Mar 5, 2026 More

Crime & Justice

ACB orders hospital anti-corruption reforms, warns ‘middlemen’ and bribery will face action

The ACB has ordered anti-corruption reforms in public hospitals, including stronger integrity checks, tighter staff identification controls, and increased surveillance, and urged the public to report bribery through toll-free lines.

Mar 5, 2026 More

International

Malawi warned of fuel and price shocks as Israel–U.S.–Iran tensions rise, UN and Malawi launch new coordination dialogue

A civil society leader has urged contingency planning to cushion Malawi from potential fuel and inflation shocks linked to Israel–U.S.–Iran tensions, while Malawi and the UN have launched an inaugural partnership dialogue to better align support with Malawi 2063.

Mar 5, 2026 More

Entertainment

Ma Blacks fans pull Evance Meleka on stage in late-night Blantyre set, Lilongwe hub plans March 7 book festival

Nation Online reports Black Missionaries Band brought Evance “Watsopano” Meleka on stage after midnight at Club 24/7, while Khitchini Hub in Lilongwe is set to host a March 7 book festival aimed at boosting reading culture.

Mar 5, 2026 More

Health

MERA says Malawi fuel supplies stable, warns of price volatility from Middle East conflict

MERA says importers have adequate fuel volumes at Beira, Dar es Salaam and Nacala, but industry and economists warn global market turmoil could raise freight, insurance and local prices.

Mar 5, 2026 More

Economy

RBM cuts policy rate to 24% as inflation eases, central bank keeps tight stance

The Reserve Bank of Malawi has cut the policy rate by 200 basis points to 24%, citing easing inflation, while warning that non-food prices such as fuel and electricity still pose risks.

Mar 5, 2026 More

Politics

Talks on Mutharika health order end inconclusively as medics weigh court action

A Ministry of Health and Sanitation meeting on President Peter Mutharika’s Feb. 17 order restricting public health workers’ private clinic interests ended inconclusively, with doctors split between further talks and possible court action.

Mar 5, 2026 More

Politics

HRDC Budget Critique Triggers Backlash as MPs Press Lilongwe Council on Delayed Landfill Compensation

HRDC’s criticism of the national budget drew pushback online, while Parliament’s Natural Resources committee questioned Lilongwe City Council over unpaid compensation tied to a planned landfill meant to replace the Area 38 dumpsite.

Mar 4, 2026 More

Crime & Justice

ACB Launches Hospital Anti-Graft Drive as Police Net Lilongwe and Mzuzu Robbery Suspects

The Anti-Corruption Bureau is cracking down on hospital bribery by enforcing stricter staff identification, while police across Malawi report major arrests in violent robberies, vehicle break-ins, and a manhunt over mob justice in Chikwawa.

Mar 4, 2026 More

Environment

Government Urges Shift to Organic Manure as Weather Department Forecasts Heavy Rains

The Malawian government is encouraging smallholder farmers to switch to organic manure to reduce costs, while the national weather service forecasts increased rainfall and thunderstorms across the country.

Mar 4, 2026 More

Entertainment

Waxy Kay Drops 'Art of Love' Album as Lilongwe Prepares for Khitchini Hub Book Festival

Malawian artist Waxy Kay has released his 15-track collaborative album 'Art of Love'. In Lilongwe, the Khitchini Hub is preparing to host a weekend book festival to promote local reading culture. Meanwhile, gospel singer Evance Meleka delivered a spontaneous midnight performance after being spotted by fans at a Black Missionaries concert in Blantyre.

Mar 4, 2026 More

Sports

FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Part Ways with Bright Munthali and Dominic Musonda

FCB Nyasa Big Bullets have announced the departures of forward Bright Munthali and Zambian left-back Dominic Musonda following the expiration of their contracts ahead of the new season.

Mar 4, 2026 More

Health

ACB Launches Crackdown on Hospital Bribery as Flood-Hit Areas Face Malaria Threat

Malawi's Anti-Corruption Bureau has ordered public hospitals to eliminate illegal middlemen and bribery within six months, while experts warn that recent floods have created ideal conditions for a major malaria outbreak.

Mar 4, 2026 More

Economy

Commercial Banks See Drop in Bad Loans as New Kanengo Energy Storage System Launches

Malawian commercial banks have recorded a decline in non-performing loans to 4.6 percent, while a new 20-megawatt battery energy storage system in Kanengo aims to stabilize the national power grid.

Mar 4, 2026 More

Agriculture

Mega Farmers Union Threatens K400 Billion Defamation Suit as Experts Warn of Fertiliser Price Spikes

The Mega Farmers Union is threatening a K400 billion defamation lawsuit against the Malawi Government over a published list of loan defaulters. Meanwhile, economists warn that the Middle East conflict could severely disrupt Malawi's fertiliser supply and drive up local food prices.

Mar 4, 2026 More

Politics

President Mutharika Misses Martyrs' Day Memorials as HRDC Faces Budget Backlash

President Peter Mutharika missed national Martyrs' Day commemorations on March 3 due to a private trip to South Africa. Meanwhile, the Human Rights Defenders Coalition faces public scrutiny over its national budget critique, and officials attended the Mobile World Congress to secure technology investments for youth.

Mar 4, 2026 More

Education

Malawi Explores Ericsson Digital Skills Partnership as Mchinji Teachers Praise Tikuma Education Project

Malawi is pursuing a digital skills training partnership with Ericsson to prepare youth for technology careers, while local educators report positive results from the Tikuma education project in Mchinji.

Mar 4, 2026 More

Economy

HRDC Faces Backlash Over Budget Critique as Economists Warn of Global Shocks and Chinese Rail Deal Signed

The Human Rights Defenders Coalition is facing public criticism over its response to the 2026/2027 national budget. Meanwhile, experts warn global conflicts could inflate domestic prices, and Malawi has signed a $1.37 billion railway agreement with China following the collapse of its IMF loan program.

Mar 4, 2026 More

Crime & Justice

Chief Justice Launches Plea Bargaining Drive to Decongest Prisons as State Drops High-Profile Graft Cases

Malawi's Chief Justice has launched a pilot plea bargaining court at Lilongwe Central Prison to clear a massive backlog of homicide cases. Separately, the government has sparked debate by dropping corruption charges against several senior officials.

Mar 4, 2026 More

Health

Update: Doctors Challenge Private Clinic Ban as Post-Flood Malaria Risks Rise

Medical professionals in Malawi are challenging a government ban on public health workers operating private clinics. Meanwhile, researchers warn of increased malaria risks following severe flooding, and a new nursing leadership programme successfully concludes.

Mar 4, 2026 More

International

World Bank Urges Domestic Debt Restructuring as Speaker Suleman Calls for Stronger Regional Health Laws

The World Bank has advised Malawi to urgently restructure its K16 trillion domestic debt to avoid a disorderly default. Meanwhile, Oman has appointed a new non-resident ambassador to Malawi, and Speaker Sameer Suleman has urged lawmakers to align national health policies with SADC regional commitments.

Mar 4, 2026 More

Education

UNIMA Opens 2026 Postgraduate Applications as MANEB Seeks New Finance Director

The University of Malawi has launched its September 2026 postgraduate intake with applications closing in late March. Meanwhile, the Malawi National Examinations Board is recruiting a new Director of Finance, and an African education technology initiative recently closed a $160,000 research grant window for local organisations.

Mar 3, 2026 More

Health

President Mutharika Issues Sanitation Order as Cholera Cases Rise

Malawi's government has introduced new sanitation mandates to combat cholera, while Parliament ordered the closure of a hazardous Lilongwe dumpsite. In rural areas, health teams are rolling out the new childhood malaria vaccine.

Mar 3, 2026 More

Sports

SULOM Pushes for Better FIFA Plus TV Broadcasting Deal Ahead of New Season

The Super League of Malawi is seeking a more equitable broadcasting revenue deal for local clubs ahead of the 2026/27 season, with FIFA Plus TV officials expected in the country for negotiations.

Mar 3, 2026 More

Politics

Parliamentary Committee Orders Relocation of Lilongwe Dumpsite as Analysts Warn of Debt Crisis

Lawmakers have given the Lilongwe City Council a strict deadline to relocate the Area 38 dumpsite, while economic commentators warn that Malawi's K23.9 trillion public debt is crowding out development projects.

Mar 3, 2026 More

Environment

Women Excluded From Climate Planning as Malawi Battles Post-Flood Health Risks and Deforestation

A new CISONECC study highlights the exclusion of women from Malawi's climate decision-making. Meanwhile, scientists warn of increased malaria risks from receding floodwaters as Nkhata Bay launches a major tree-planting initiative to combat severe deforestation.

Mar 2, 2026 More

Crime & Justice

Police Teargas Violent Touts in Lilongwe as Government Faces K57 Billion East Bridge Ultimatum

Police deployed tear gas to disperse armed minibus touts in Lilongwe, prompting a US Embassy security alert, while the government faces a K57 billion legal threat from East Bridge over a disputed fertilizer contract.

Mar 2, 2026 More

International

US Embassy Issues Lilongwe Security Alert as Government Warns Citizens Over Middle East Tensions

The United States Embassy in Lilongwe has issued a security alert following unrest in Old Town, while the Malawi government and airlines warn citizens about escalating tensions in the Middle East.

Mar 2, 2026 More

Entertainment

Malawian Artists Drop Wave of New Singles as March Begins

Malawian recording artists have released a wave of new music leading into early March, with platforms like Zedwap highlighting fresh tracks across multiple local genres.

Mar 2, 2026 More

Agriculture

Government Faces $32.6 Million Fertiliser Claim as FISP Redemption Reaches 75 Percent

A $32.6 million fertiliser debt claim threatens Malawian government assets abroad, while the military assists with farm input distribution as FISP redemption hits 75 percent.

Mar 2, 2026 More

Politics

Malawi Analysts Flag Mounting Debt as Police Disperse Crowds in Lilongwe

Financial analysts warn Malawi's K23.9 trillion debt restricts development, while the U.S. Embassy issues a security alert after police deploy tear gas to clear crowds in Lilongwe.

Mar 2, 2026 More

Education

Malawi Signs Agreement with World Bicycle Relief to Aid Secondary School Students

The Malawian government has partnered with World Bicycle Relief to distribute bicycles to secondary school students, aiming to improve attendance following the recent abolition of school fees.

Mar 1, 2026 More

Economy

Update: Analysts Weigh Budget Risks as Malawi Secures $43 Million Chinese Infrastructure Grant

Sector leaders have cautiously welcomed Malawi's K10.978 trillion budget, while the government secured a $43 million grant from China for digital and infrastructure upgrades.

Mar 1, 2026 More

Health

Update: WHO Reports Seven-Fold Cholera Spike in Southern Africa as Floods Ravage Region

The World Health Organization reports a massive surge in cholera cases across Southern Africa, driven by severe flooding and damaged sanitation infrastructure in Malawi and Mozambique.

Mar 1, 2026 More

Sports

Update: Scorchers Focus on WAFCON After COSAFA Exit as FAM Unveils Castel Cup Nominees

The Malawi women's national team shifts focus to their WAFCON debut following their COSAFA Championship exit, while the Football Association of Malawi has announced the nominees for the 2025/26 Castel Challenge Cup Individual Awards.

Mar 1, 2026 More

Entertainment

Skeffa Chimoto Drops New Single 'Musanditaye'

Veteran Malawian musician Skeffa Chimoto released his latest song 'Musanditaye' on Sunday, March 1.

Mar 1, 2026 More

Crime & Justice

ACB Implicates Immigration Officers in Corruption as Police Redeploy Embattled Commissioners

The Anti-Corruption Bureau has uncovered evidence implicating four immigration officers in a widening passport extortion probe, while four senior police commissioners are reassigned to non-active roles amid an ongoing legal battle over their transfers.

Mar 1, 2026 More

Entertainment

Miss Culture Malawi Hosts Finale as VP Ansah Attends Zambia's N'cwala Ceremony

The Miss Culture Malawi finale took place in Lilongwe this weekend, while Vice-President Jane Ansah travelled to Zambia to celebrate the traditional N'cwala festival.

Mar 1, 2026 More

Environment

Lake Malawi Reaches 45-Year High, Threatening Lakeshore Communities and Infrastructure

Rising water levels in Lake Malawi have reached a 45-year peak, threatening farming, tourism, and power generation as severe weather affects over 39,000 households.

Mar 1, 2026 More

International

Malawi Seeks IMF Bailout to Address Debt as Government Signs K2.3 Billion Health Deal with Scotland

Malawi is seeking a new IMF support programme and debt restructuring as public debt exceeds 90 percent of GDP. In diplomatic news, Vice-President Jane Ansah visited Zambia, while the government secured a K2.3 billion health partnership with Scotland.

Mar 1, 2026 More

Agriculture

Update: Malawi Slashes Fertiliser Subsidy by 54 Percent in 2026/2027 Agriculture Budget

Finance Minister Joseph Mwanamvekha has detailed the 2026/2027 agriculture budget, revealing a 54 percent cut to the fertiliser subsidy programme. The government is shifting focus toward institutional food security, allocating K120 billion to ADMARC and the National Food Reserve Agency, alongside new investments in irrigation and mega farms.

Mar 1, 2026 More

Economy

Update: Malawi Debt Surpasses K23.9 Trillion as Mwanamvekha Tables K10.978 Trillion Budget

Finance Minister Joseph Mwanamvekha warned that Malawi's public debt has reached unsustainable levels above K23.9 trillion. The 2026/2027 budget dedicates K2.793 trillion to debt interest while allocating K1.145 trillion to the Constituency Development Fund.

Mar 1, 2026 More

Sports

Wanderers to Face Bullets in Charity Shield as Scorchers Compete in COSAFA

Mighty Mukuru Wanderers will play FCB Nyasa Big Bullets in the season-opening Charity Shield this April. Meanwhile, the Malawi Scorchers secured a dominant win over Lesotho at the COSAFA Women's Championship, and the men's cricket team prepares for World Cup qualifiers in Ghana.

Mar 1, 2026 More

Entertainment

Copyright Fund Disburses K229 Million in Royalties as Malawian Entertainment Scene Comes Alive

The Malawian arts sector received a financial boost with a K229 million royalty payout from the Copyright Fund, while the weekend featured an Apollo musical concert, cultural festivals, and new theatre productions.

Mar 1, 2026 More

Economy

Malawi Targets Agriculture in 2026/2027 Budget as RBM Halts Pension Fund Hotel Deal

Malawi's new 2026/2027 National Budget prioritises agriculture and industrial parks to spur economic recovery, while the central bank intervenes to block a controversial K128 billion hotel purchase by a public pension fund.

Mar 1, 2026 More

Health

St. John of God Launches Mental Health Project as Zomba Diocese Donates Ambulance

St. John of God Hospitaller Services is rolling out a three-year mental health integration project in central Malawi, while the Catholic Diocese of Zomba has handed over a new ambulance to Matiya Health Centre.

Mar 1, 2026 More

Politics

MP Jaffalie Mussa Passes Away as President Mutharika Bans Public Health Workers from Owning Private Clinics

Machinga Mikoko MP Jaffalie Mussa has died in Blantyre. In other news, President Mutharika banned government medics from running private clinics, and stakeholders praised the new K10.978 trillion national budget.

Mar 1, 2026 More

Environment

Scotland announces £400,000 humanitarian support for Malawi after dry spells and flooding

Scotland will provide £400,000 through its Humanitarian Emergency Fund, split equally between Tearfund and SCIAF, to support Malawians affected by dry spells, flooding, and rising food insecurity.

Feb 28, 2026 More

Sports

FAM sets April 18 Charity Shield, April 25 league kickoff for 2026-27 season

FAM says the 2026-27 domestic season will start with the Charity Shield on April 18, with the FDH Bank Premiership beginning on April 25 and ending on March 21, 2027.

Feb 28, 2026 More

Crime & Justice

Police hold ex-deputy health minister Halima Daudi over suspected counterfeit US$76,900

Police in Lilongwe have detained former deputy health minister Halima Daudi after allegedly finding her with US$76,900 suspected to be counterfeit, with investigators indicating she is expected to appear in court.

Feb 28, 2026 More

Health

SADC health ministers back regional plan on surgery and disease control at Johannesburg meeting

SADC ministers and officials, including Malawi representatives, met in Johannesburg and endorsed a 2025 to 2030 strategy on emergency and essential surgical and perioperative care, while urging stronger surveillance and cholera preparedness.

Feb 28, 2026 More

Agriculture

DoDMA says K59bn funding gap threatens full rollout of Malawi lean-season food response

DoDMA says it still needs K59 billion to fully implement the 2025-26 lean-season food insecurity response, despite securing K149.7 billion of the K209.4 billion budget, according to The Times Group.

Feb 28, 2026 More

Education

Kondowe urges review of education allocation as Mwanamvekha tables K10.978trn budget

Civil Society Education Coalition head Benedicto Kondowe says the education vote in the 2026-27 budget should be revised during parliamentary review, as Finance Minister Joseph Mwanamvekha tables a K10.978 trillion spending plan.

Feb 28, 2026 More

Politics

Malawi Law Society presses government to fund judicial reforms in 2026-27 budget, challenges ACB stance on Amaryllis deal

The Malawi Law Society has urged government to prioritise funding for judicial reform measures in the 2026-27 budget and has criticised the ACB’s handling of the stalled PSPTF Amaryllis Hotel deal, while backing the Reserve Bank’s intervention.

Feb 28, 2026 More

Crime & Justice

DPP drops two graft cases against 10 officials as Malawi Law Society attacks ACB over Amaryllis probe

Mail & Guardian reports prosecutors have discontinued two financial crime cases involving 10 accused officials, while Nyasa Times says the Malawi Law Society is demanding transparency and conflict disclosures over the aborted Amaryllis Hotel deal.

Feb 27, 2026 More

Health

WHO says cholera cases rise sharply across Southern Africa, Malawi among affected countries

A WHO Africa analysis recorded 4,320 cholera cases and 56 deaths in five Southern African countries, including Malawi, from January 1 to February 15, 2026, blaming floods, displacement, and weak water and sanitation conditions.

Feb 27, 2026 More

International

SADC Council of Ministers to meet in Pretoria on March 12 to 13

SADC says its Council of Ministers will meet in Pretoria on March 12 to 13 to review implementation of regional programmes and consider the Secretariat’s 2026 to 2027 plan and budget.

Feb 27, 2026 More

Politics

Govt pauses councils’ CDF preparatory activities as MP role debate flares

The Local Government Ministry has ordered councils to postpone planned stakeholder consultative meetings on the expanded K5 billion CDF, citing the need for MPs to participate and pending guidelines, a move that civil society groups say could undermine council-led planning.

Feb 27, 2026 More

Entertainment

NBM pledges K5m sponsorship for Onesimus ‘Armstrong vs Onesimus’ concert at BICC

National Bank of Malawi plc has announced a K5 million sponsorship for Onesimus’s “The Never Ending Battle 2026” show at Bingu Wa Mutharika International Convention Centre in Lilongwe, with the bank also promoting a fan ticket giveaway online, according to Malawi24.

Feb 27, 2026 More

Sports

FAM sets April 18 Charity Shield, April 25 league kickoff for 2026/27 season

FAM says the 2026/27 season will start with the Charity Shield on April 18, with the FDH Bank Premiership beginning April 25 as Malawi continues shifting from a March to December calendar to an August to May cycle.

Feb 27, 2026 More

Education

UNIMA opens 2026-2027 mature entry applications as World Bank flags jobs, skills gap

UNIMA has announced its 2026-2027 mature entry intake process, while new World Bank findings cited by Nyasa Times say Malawi’s labour market is absorbing far fewer formal jobs than the number of young people entering each year.

Feb 27, 2026 More

Sports

Fazili pushes Scorchers to stay in camp ahead of WAFCON as FAM opens March transfer window

Scorchers coach Lovemore Fazili wants Malawi to keep training through to WAFCON in Morocco, while FAM has set March 1 as the opening of the latest domestic transfer window and netball coach Debbie Fuller has set Commonwealth Games and World Cup targets.

Feb 26, 2026 More

Economy

World Bank urges coordinated reforms to stabilise Malawi economy and ease forex shortages

A new World Bank Malawi Economic Monitor says coordinated reforms are needed to restore stability, resolve forex shortages, and support export-led growth, while warning the economy is creating far fewer formal jobs than the number of young people entering the labour market each year.

Feb 26, 2026 More

Health

WHO warns of cholera spike in five Southern African countries as Malawi launches polio vaccination drive

WHO links a sharp rise in cholera cases in five Southern African countries to flooding and displacement, while Malawi rolls out a large child vaccination campaign after vaccine-derived poliovirus was detected in Blantyre sewage.

Feb 26, 2026 More

Environment

Malawi carbon-credit forest concessions questioned as new weather-monitoring project rolls out

A major forest-based carbon-credit arrangement covering about 550,000 hectares has drawn scrutiny over oversight and benefit-sharing, while Malawi begins a K6.6 billion programme to improve weather observations and early warning systems.

Feb 26, 2026 More

International

Aid cuts strain Malawi’s polio response as donors still fund over half of health spending, report says

A report says Malawi is fighting a polio outbreak while external funding tightens, with emergency support from WHO and mounting pressure from misinformation.

Feb 26, 2026 More

Crime & Justice

Zomba court jails nurse for patient assault, police arrest suspect in K392m Lilongwe robbery

A Zomba magistrate has sentenced a nurse to three years for assaulting a mental hospital patient, while Lilongwe police say they have arrested a suspect linked to a K392 million robbery and related violent attacks.

Feb 26, 2026 More

Education

UNIMAWES students petition UNIMA over plastic waste, call for campus action

UNIMA says students under UNIMAWES presented a petition to university management on February 24, after a campus march against plastic waste and broader environmental challenges.

Feb 26, 2026 More

Agriculture

Malawi to tighten tobacco market oversight, minister tells industry conference

Agriculture Minister Roza Fatchi Mbilizi says Malawi will strengthen Tobacco Commission oversight, enforce production guidance, and crack down on illegal vending and cross-border trade to better protect tobacco farmers.

Feb 26, 2026 More