The Economics Association of Malawi has warned that rising global fuel prices will strain households. Meanwhile, authorities closed a pharmaceutical supplier over an expired insulin scandal, and NBS Bank distanced itself from protocol failures at the 2026 Charity Shield final.
The Economics Association of Malawi has warned that rising global fuel prices will strain households. Meanwhile, authorities closed a pharmaceutical supplier over an expired insulin scandal, and NBS Bank distanced itself from protocol failures at the 2026 Charity Shield final.
Economists are warning that conflicting fiscal and monetary policies are worsening poverty and hindering economic recovery in Malawi, even as the Kwacha maintains short-term stability.
The Link for Education Governance is urging the Malawi government to allocate up to 20 percent of the national budget to education and to abolish all remaining public secondary school boarding fees.
Malawi has officially opened its 2026 tobacco marketing season amidst a significant crop surplus, while global supply chain disruptions have driven local fertiliser prices to new highs.
Malawian gospel singer Theresa Phondo has released her latest single 'No Gwede', while Tanzanian artist Kicheche also drops a new Afro-beats track that is making waves across regional playlists.
A new United Nations report warns that entrenched corruption and political interference are severely weakening Malawi's governance. Meanwhile, the World Bank has cautioned that economic growth across the region is failing to keep pace with rapid population expansion.
Malawi police address public outcry over a fatal altercation at a Salima cottage, while a suspect is arrested for selling fake Charity Shield match tickets in Lilongwe.
Vice President Jane Ansah urged African nations to tackle structural economic barriers and enforce women's rights laws. Separately, leaked documents reveal new details in the controversial K128.75 billion Amaryllis Hotel purchase, with investigations tracking suspicious cash withdrawals amid allegations of witness bribery.
Mighty Wanderers FC defeated rivals FCB Nyasa Big Bullets 1-0 to win the Charity Shield, while the U-17 women's national team was eliminated from World Cup qualifiers by Burundi.
The Malawi government aims to connect all primary and secondary schools to the internet by 2030 following a joint survey highlighting severe digital divides. Meanwhile, the Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources has initiated consultations to update its Dietetics Programme curriculum.
Global supply chain disruptions threaten to inflate fertiliser prices in Malawi, while AGRA launches a new grant for women in agribusiness, and local maize prices remain below break-even points.
Malawian artist Eugene Rein released his new track '80 s Love,' while regional star Yo Maps dominated local streaming with his latest collaborative releases.
A U.S. and Kenyan cardiac team is performing advanced surgeries in Blantyre, while economists and agricultural groups warn that Middle East conflicts could drive up local inflation and disrupt fertiliser supplies.
Malawi's Ministry of Justice has shortlisted eight candidates for the top Anti-Corruption Bureau post, while a Kanengo police officer faces extortion allegations in a child defilement case. Meanwhile, investigations into the Amaryllis Hotel purchase continue, and an arrest was made for counterfeit football tickets.
The Department of Climate Change and Meteorological Services predicts partly cloudy conditions and isolated thunderstorms driven by an easterly air mass, as Malawi continues its recovery from severe La Niña-induced floods.
Former Reserve Bank of Malawi governor Dalitso Kabambe has criticised the government's conflicting economic policies, warning that the lack of coordination is driving up living costs. Meanwhile, Malawi's annual inflation rate dropped to 23.8 percent in March, marking its lowest level since July 2022.
Investigations into the K128.7 billion Amaryllis Hotel acquisition by the Public Service Pension Trust Fund have intensified as the Reserve Bank of Malawi traces K72.6 billion linked to the deal. A leaked parliamentary report exposed massive overpricing, while recent personnel changes at financial crime enforcement agencies have raised concerns.
Mighty Wanderers claimed the 2026 Charity Shield with a 1-0 victory over FCB Nyasa Big Bullets. Meanwhile, the Malawi Under-20 women's national team prepares to play Nigeria for a spot in the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup.
FCB Nyasa Big Bullets head coach Gilbert Chirwa has named his starting lineup for the NBS Bank Charity Shield derby, while Mighty Wanderers coach Bob Mpinganjira begins his professional placement at Queens Park Rangers in London.
A 32 percent reduction in maternal mortality, a new severe malaria survival study, and research on father-assisted vaccination highlight recent public health developments in Malawi.
The Public Universities Staff Union is demanding a 50 to 60 percent salary increment to counter rising inflation and fuel costs. Meanwhile, MANEB has opened applications for temporary examination assistants ahead of the 2026 national exams.
Public university staff are demanding a 50 to 60 percent salary increase citing inflation, while a new UN survey reveals nearly 86 percent of Malawian schools lack internet access. Meanwhile, Mzuzu University has concluded an advanced spatial data training programme, and MANEB is recruiting temporary assistants for the upcoming 2026 national examinations.
The Government Mega Farms Unit has initiated training to boost state-run maize production, while the Tobacco Commission reports a record $540 million in 2025 earnings despite a looming 2026 oversupply crisis.
Malawi's tobacco sector earned a record $540 million last season despite a drop in prices, while the government's Mega Farms Unit launches new training to boost maize production at underperforming state institutions.
The United Nations is urging transparency in Malawi's critical minerals sector to prevent elite capture. In other news, Malawi advanced ties with Morocco, the EU, and Tanzania, while international aid agencies expand relief efforts for 200,000 residents affected by floods.
Former President Lazarus Chakwera concludes his Commonwealth diplomatic mission in Tanzania. Meanwhile, the IMF and economic analysts warn of potential debt defaults for Malawi, and regional health leaders close a major summit in Lilongwe.
A roundup of recent Malawi crime and justice news, including a Salima murder suspect's transfer to Maula Prison, a 10-year sentence for a serial burglar, massive immigrant arrests, and the expanding parliamentary probe into the Amaryllis Hotel deal.
The Malawi Network of Older Persons Organisations reports that 11 elderly individuals have been killed over witchcraft accusations in early 2026. Meanwhile, police in Salima remanded a murder suspect, and a Chileka court sentenced a burglar to 10 years in prison.
Flood recovery efforts in Malawi have stalled due to a K17 billion deficit and an empty national Disaster Risk Management Trust Fund, leaving over 300,000 displaced people in urgent need.
Over 200,000 people in Malawi have been affected by widespread flooding following continuous heavy rains. Tens of thousands of displaced residents are sheltering in 31 temporary camps, while experts warn the disaster is fueling a rise in water-borne illnesses and malaria.
Malawi's economy faces renewed pressure as petrol prices climb to $3.847 per litre, ranking second highest worldwide, while the Reserve Bank pushes to lower digital transaction costs to drive financial inclusion.
The World Bank projects a per capita economic contraction for Malawi in 2026 as local fuel prices become the highest in Africa. Meanwhile, experts warn that corruption and institutional instability threaten new revenue strategies and ongoing financial investigations.
FCB Nyasa Big Bullets named Blessings Mpokera as their new captain ahead of the Charity Shield clash against Mighty Wanderers, while Wanderers head coach Gerald Mpinganjira begins a professional coaching placement at Queens Park Rangers in London.
FCB Nyasa Big Bullets and Mighty Wanderers will open the domestic season in the NBS Bank Charity Shield. Meanwhile, the Malawi Scorchers finished fourth at the FIFA Series in Kenya, and Wanderers coach Gerald Bob Mpinganjira has started a professional placement at Queens Park Rangers.
Malawi's Ministry of Health has debunked social media rumors regarding a new, deadly COVID-19 variant, clarifying that routine surveillance shows no such threat. Meanwhile, health advocates are urging the government to increase public education on Caesarean sections to reduce stigma.
An investigation reveals a major pharmaceutical supplier distributed expired insulin to Malawian public hospitals. Meanwhile, a local researcher secured a global professorship to study enteric vaccines, and humanitarian agencies warned of waterborne disease risks in flood displacement camps.
A new UNICEF report reveals that 85.8 percent of Malawian schools lack internet access, while the EU commits to continued education funding during its fourth Partnership Dialogue with Malawi.
Farmers in Malawi are grappling with delayed crop estimates and dropping maize prices as floods and adverse weather compound agricultural challenges ahead of the 2026 harvest.
Lilongwe-based rapper Naleji has earned international praise for his recent musical releases, while a fresh wave of new singles from local artists hit Malawian digital platforms heading into the weekend.
The Lake of Stars Arts Festival has launched new community sports and youth initiatives ahead of its October return, while local Malawian musicians release a wave of new singles.
Malawi and the European Union marked 50 years of diplomatic cooperation during their fourth Partnership Dialogue in Lilongwe, while the United Nations expanded flood relief efforts for displaced citizens.
Malawi and the European Union celebrated 50 years of bilateral relations during a Partnership Dialogue in Lilongwe, while regional health leaders renewed commitments to combat neglected tropical diseases.
Data shows 11 elderly Malawians have been killed over witchcraft accusations in 2026, while a Mzimba magistrate acquitted a primary school teacher of indecent assault due to lack of evidence.
The High Court dismissed an application by domestic workers to review the Employment Act. Elsewhere, the Public Accounts Committee expanded its Amaryllis Hotel investigation, authorities reported the arrest of over 500 irregular immigrants, and the government reinstated Kasungu's Senior Chief Chulu.
The Reserve Bank of Malawi has launched a new digital payment strategy aimed at boosting financial inclusion. Meanwhile, the country faces rising economic pressures with record-high fuel prices, a drop in average tobacco prices due to overproduction, and a stagnant national poverty rate.
The World Bank projects Malawi's national debt will exceed 90 percent of GDP amid widening fiscal deficits. Meanwhile, the country now records the most expensive fuel in Africa following recent adjustments, and the Reserve Bank has launched a new digital payments strategy.
FCB Nyasa Big Bullets have named Blessings Mpokera as their new captain ahead of the K100 million NBS Bank Charity Shield clash against Mighty Wanderers. In Europe, Malawian forwards Faith Chinzimu and Tabitha Chawinga have secured major club milestones.
The Ministry of Health has launched a new national sanitation plan backed by a Global Fund donation of waste collection vehicles. Separately, experts warn that family-level stigma and outdated stereotypes are driving severe depression among Malawian adolescents living with HIV.
Malawi will receive a $52.5 million Unitaid investment to combat maternal mortality, while rural clinics secure new ultrasound funding. Meanwhile, a new study highlights the severe psychological impact of outdated HIV stigma on Malawian adolescents.
Public university academic staff in Malawi are demanding a 50 to 60 percent salary increase to offset rising inflation and fuel costs. Meanwhile, civil society groups are urging the government to intervene in an ongoing operational dispute at Pentecostal Life University.
The Malawi Mega Farms Unit has initiated new agricultural training to boost food security, while rising fuel costs threaten to increase farming expenses. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Agriculture is urging crop diversification, and a new livestock census highlights severe shortages in veterinary services.
Malawian artists Joe Ikon and CB Scooter have released new music this week, adding fresh Afro-beats and hip-hop tracks to the country's growing digital catalog.
The Malawian entertainment sector is active with the premieres of two new films, The Royal Dilemma and Bukata, alongside fresh music releases from local hip-hop and Afro-beats artists.
The freezing of US aid has severely strained Malawi's health system and prompted new academic studies, while government officials push for expanded SADC digital connectivity and inland water security cooperation.
Malawi's push to fund its K10.9 trillion budget through domestic revenue faces scrutiny over corruption risks, while the country advances regional diplomacy through energy initiatives, SADC maritime exercises, and continental migration talks.
The High Court scheduled the murder trial of Dr. Victoria Bobe for July 2026, while Deputy Homeland Security Minister Norman Chisale ordered round-the-clock passport production to combat bribery and clear backlogs.
Opposition Leader Simplex Chithyola Banda released a statement following his bail in a K25 billion corruption case, while the Special Law Commission recommends legally recognising and criminalising witchcraft to curb mob justice.
Malawi is expanding its climate resilience with new funding from the Global Risk Modelling Alliance and a €40 million land restoration programme. Meanwhile, local leaders recently gathered to promote ecological justice, as meteorological authorities warn of isolated thunderstorms across lakeshore areas.
