6 h. ago Malawi secures $45 million food aid from World bank, additional support from ADB

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The Minister of Finance, Economic Planning and Development, Joseph Mwanamvekha, has announced that Malawi has secured substantial international support to address the country’s economic challenges. Speaking during a media briefing on Food Crisis Support, Mwanamvekha revealed that the World Bank has provided $45 million for emergency food assistance targeting four million Malawians. The funding is […] The post Malawi secures $45 million food aid from World bank, additional support from ADB appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Economics

9 h. ago Malawi dry pumps persist as motorists struggle to access fuel

.…Hiking fuels prices was meant to stablise supply chain …Citizens hope newly elected government will swiftly resolve ongoing fuel supply challenges amid foreign exchange crisis. Motorists in some parts of the country including Salima, Zomba, Lilongwe, Mzuzu, Mzimba continue to queue for fuel, even though recent reports suggest some improvements in availability. The country has […] The post Malawi dry pumps persist as motorists struggle to access fuel appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

11 h. ago Kasungu Diabetes Patients in Danger as Hospitals Run Out of Test Slips

Diabetes patients at Kasungu District Hospital are facing a life-threatening crisis — test slips used to monitor blood sugar levels have run out, forcing some to pay out of pocket while others simply give up on testing altogether. On a recent visit, patients waited for hours as health workers scrambled to find alternatives. Some were […] The post Kasungu Diabetes Patients in Danger as Hospitals Run Out of Test Slips appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Science

17 h. ago Doug Martin Reportedly Leapt From Second Story of Rehab Center Months Before Death

Doug Martin apparently suffered from a pretty serious mental health episode months before his death … with a new report claiming he jumped out of a 2nd story window and got into a physical altercation with some police officers. The San Francisco… The post Doug Martin Reportedly Leapt From Second Story of Rehab Center Months Before Death appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Events

29 h. ago Lilongwe Water Board constructs 3rd Water Treatment: To be ready in May, 2026

The Lilongwe Water Board (LWB) has disclosed that the construction of its Third Water Treatment plant with a capacity of 50,000 cubic metres per day will be completed in March, 2026. The plant is funded by European Investment Bank (EIB) to the tune of Euros 20million. LWB Chief Executive Officer Silli Mbewe told journalists on […] The post Lilongwe Water Board constructs 3rd Water Treatment: To be ready in May, 2026 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Politics

30 h. ago Ceasefire offers ‘lifeline’ but Gaza hospitals remain in ruins

Gaza’s health system remains in ruins despite the fragile ceasefire holding, with hundreds of thousands still facing urgent medical and humanitarian needs, the head of the World Health Organization (WHO) warned on Thursday. The post Ceasefire offers ‘lifeline’ but Gaza hospitals remain in ruins appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Events

2 d. ago After Four decades in power, is Paul Biya’s grip on Cameroon slipping?

…..As opposition leader Issa Tchiroma Bakary declares victory, Cameroon faces mounting uncertainty under the world’s oldest ruler, whose hold on power shows both resilience and strain. Cameroon stands at a defining crossroads, its political atmosphere thick with anxiety and expectation following the country’s fiercely contested 2025 presidential election. For the people of Cameroon, the moment […] The post After Four decades in power, is Paul Biya’s grip on Cameroon slipping? appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

3 d. ago Work More On Prevention, To Avoid A Smoking Induced Public Health Crisis, Countries Urged

According to recent analysis from several entities including the World Health Organisation (WHO), there are indications that the highest increase in cancer cases will be in lower-income countries in the next few years, a public health crisis that will be too costly to handle. The WHO projects that global cancer cases and deaths will rise […] The post Work More On Prevention, To Avoid A Smoking Induced Public Health Crisis, Countries Urged appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Events

3 d. ago Implementing a Diaspora Policy: Malawi’s Missing Key to Unlock Billions in Investment

Malawians abroad have the potential to become one of the nation’s largest sources of foreign direct investment—if policy catches up with opportunity. Malawi’s diaspora remains one of its most powerful yet underutilised assets. Across the United Kingdom, Europe, the United States and beyond, thousands of highly skilled Malawians—doctors, engineers, entrepreneurs, academics, and professionals—stand ready to […] The post Implementing a Diaspora Policy: Malawi’s Missing Key to Unlock Billions in Investment appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Events

6 d. ago Rachael Ray Hugs Brooklyn Beckham at Burger Event After 2024 Health Rumors

Rachael Ray’s getting a taste of the spotlight again … appearing at a burger event after an absence from public life amid serious health rumors last year. The celebrity chef and author looked her usual happy, healthy self while hosting the Blue… The post Rachael Ray Hugs Brooklyn Beckham at Burger Event After 2024 Health Rumors appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

7 d. ago ANALYSIS | Is it All Well Inside the AFORD–DPP Alliance?  Smoke is Spiraling in the Blue Tent

There’s smoke in the blue tent—and it’s not incense. The AFORD–DPP alliance, once hailed as a tactical masterstroke, is now looking more like a political time bomb counting down in broad daylight. The recent remarks from AFORD president Enoch Chihana and his secretary general have torn off the veil: this marriage is in crisis, and […] The post ANALYSIS | Is it All Well Inside the AFORD–DPP Alliance?  Smoke is Spiraling in the Blue Tent appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Events

8 d. ago A Clash Between Technical Prudence and Strategic Vision: Mkaka vs. Gangata on Letters of Credit and Malawi’s Fuel Plan

The debate between Eisenhower Mkaka and Alfred Gangata over President Arthur Peter Mutharika’s proposed US$500 million Letter of Credit (LC) to resolve Malawi’s persistent fuel crisis is not merely a disagreement about finance — it’s a battle between technical orthodoxy and strategic pragmatism. Both men approach the subject from different vantage points: Mkaka as a banking […] The post A Clash Between Technical Prudence and Strategic Vision: Mkaka vs. Gangata on Letters of Credit and Malawi’s Fuel Plan appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Events

8 d. ago Was Mega Farms Initiative a Scam? The story of Billions Missing, Suppliers Unpaid, and Farmers Abandoned

What was once hailed as Malawi’s boldest step toward agricultural modernization — the Mega Farms Initiative — is now facing accusations of mismanagement, political interference, and possible fraud. The programme, meant to transform smallholder farming into large-scale commercial agriculture, has sunk into a financial crisis, leaving a trail of unpaid suppliers, untraceable loans, and disillusioned […] The post Was Mega Farms Initiative a Scam? The story of Billions Missing, Suppliers Unpaid, and Farmers Abandoned appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Events

9 d. ago MMG Donates K2 Million Worth of Maternity Items to Zingwangwa Health Centre

In a heartfelt gesture to celebrate Mother’s Day and support maternal health, Mini Monte Gaming (MMG) has donated medical supplies and essential items worth K2 million to the maternity ward at Zingwangwa Health Centre in Blantyre. The donation, which included baby care products, hygiene materials, and ward equipment, was presented by MMG’s Sales Manager, Ernest […] The post MMG Donates K2 Million Worth of Maternity Items to Zingwangwa Health Centre appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Science

9 d. ago Selma Blair Recalls Doctors Dismissing Her Early MS Symptoms as a Teen

Selma Blair’s lifelong health struggles were signs of multiple sclerosis that doctors wouldn’t acknowledge until she was in her 40s. “I was diagnosed with relapsing limiting MS in 2018. It turned out I probably had juvenile MS as my first optical neuritis was when I was about seven, which left me with a lazy eye […] The post Selma Blair Recalls Doctors Dismissing Her Early MS Symptoms as a Teen appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Events

9 d. ago Eddie Nketiah is ready to dump England for Ghana football team

ACCRA-(MaraviPost)-Crystal Palace forward Eddie Nketiah is reportedly considering switching his international allegiance from England to Ghana, a move that has stirred debate among football fans across Africa and Europe. Nketiah, who was born in London to Ghanaian parents, represented England at various youth levels and even received a senior call-up in 2023. However, despite his […] The post Eddie Nketiah is ready to dump England for Ghana football team appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Events

9 d. ago Madagascar at a crossroads: Navigating the turmoil of political upheaval

ANTANANARIVO-(MaraviPost)-Madagascar, an island nation known for its rich biodiversity and challenging development landscape, now finds itself engulfed in a profound political crisis that threatens the very fabric of its governance and stability. The recent upheaval, marked by the defection of the elite military unit CAPSAT and the subsequent military takeover, signals a critical juncture for […] The post Madagascar at a crossroads: Navigating the turmoil of political upheaval appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

9 d. ago Consequences of prohibition on public health can be significant and far

Some of the potential consequences due to prohibitions, as anti-smoking and drug abuse campaigns, can be significant and far-reaching on public health, which include increased illicit use, high risks of overdose and death, mental health impacts, spread of infectious diseases, reduced access to treatment and increased violence and crime. According to research that has been […] The post Consequences of prohibition on public health can be significant and far-reaching appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Politics

9 d. ago Global South challenged to make harm reduction products more accessible to improve public health

The Philip Morris International (PMI) Technovation in Dubai ended with industry players emphasising the need to address challenges around access to Tobacco Harm Reduction products, which would lead to higher consumption of safer smoking alternatives and lower consumption of cigarettes, especially in the global south. Technovation is an initiative that discusses the development of smoke-free […] The post Global South challenged to make harm reduction products more accessible to improve public health appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Politics

1 week ago Blackout Nation: Malawi’s Power Crisis Pushes the Country to the Brink

Malawi is sinking deeper into a power crisis that has left homes, hospitals, schools, and businesses in total darkness. The blackouts tormenting the nation are no longer just whispers or social media complaints—they are real, verified, and officially confirmed by both the Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) and the Electricity Generation Company (EGENCO). According […] The post Blackout Nation: Malawi’s Power Crisis Pushes the Country to the Brink appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Events