16 h. ago PS Davie Chilonga leaves Malawi’s Lands Ministry with transformative marks

LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The Ministry of Lands has changed for the better in recent years, thanks to the leadership of outgoing Principal Secretary, Davie Chilonga. During his time in office, he brought order, discipline, and honesty to the ministry. His leadership restored trust in a department that had once struggled with confusion and corruption. From the beginning of […] The post PS Davie Chilonga leaves Malawi’s Lands Ministry with transformative marks appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

17 h. ago Moses Kunkuyu appointed Leader of Opposition amid deep divisions in MCP

…The former Minister of Information emerges as a compromise figure as party factions clash over President Chakwera’s earlier choice. LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Former Minister of Information Moses Kunkuyu has officially assumed the role of Leader of Opposition in Parliament. This development has been confirmed by reliable sources within the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), marking a significant turn in […] The post Moses Kunkuyu appointed Leader of Opposition amid deep divisions in MCP appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

20 h. ago Davie Chilonga: The Man Who Brought Order, Integrity, and Trust Back to the Ministry of Lands

The Ministry of Lands has transformed dramatically in recent years — and at the heart of that transformation stands one man: Mr. Davie Chilonga, the outgoing Principal Secretary whose leadership has been nothing short of exemplary. Under his watch, the Ministry shifted from chaos to clarity, from suspicion to trust. Chilonga brought order, discipline, and […] The post Davie Chilonga: The Man Who Brought Order, Integrity, and Trust Back to the Ministry of Lands appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Politics

28 h. ago DWTS’ Pasha Offered to Pay for Nose Job After Almost Dropping Danielle

Danielle Fishel put all of her trust in pro Pasha Pashkov keeping her in one piece while executing lifts on Dancing With the Stars season 34. When asked whether she was “nervous” while in the air, Danielle, 44, exclusively told Us Weekly that she’s “never” nervous with Pasha, 39 — though her partner had a […] The post DWTS’ Pasha Offered to Pay for Nose Job After Almost Dropping Danielle appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

41 h. ago Professor Chirwa Condemns Chakwera’s Pardon of Thom Mpinganjira

Constitutional law expert Professor Danwood Chirwa has launched a scathing attack on former President Lazarus Chakwera, accusing him of betraying Malawi’s justice system by pardoning convicted businessman Dr. Thom Mpinganjira. In a powerful Facebook post that has sparked widespread debate, Professor Chirwa said the pardon represents “a staggering act of cowardice and betrayal,” arguing that […] The post Professor Chirwa Condemns Chakwera’s Pardon of Thom Mpinganjira appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Politics

41 h. ago Distraction, disinterest troubling opposition MCP legislators at Parliament orientation programme

LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The orientation programme for Members of Parliament-elect has entered its third day at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe, aimed at equipping legislators with vital knowledge and skills for their upcoming roles. However, the session was overshadowed by notable signs of distraction and lack of engagement from some elected members of the Malawi […] The post Distraction, disinterest troubling opposition MCP legislators at Parliament orientation programme appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

42 h. ago Doudbtful MCP’s comeback: Citizens weigh in amid speculations

…..As debates swirl about MCP’s potential return to power, Malawians express skepticism, frustration, and pointed opinions about the party’s future. Speculation about the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) making a political comeback has generated a wide range of reactions among citizens. Some argue that the party’s opportunity to regain power is conditional on the ruling Democratic […] The post Doudbtful MCP’s comeback: Citizens weigh in amid speculations appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

46 h. ago Mutharika Slams Corruption and Favouritism in Mega Farms: A Flagship Vision Gone Rotten

President Peter Mutharika has dropped a bombshell on one of the Chakwera administration’s flagship programmes, declaring that the mega farms initiative has been deeply compromised by corruption, cronyism, and gross mismanagement. Speaking at Sanjika Palace during the swearing-in ceremony of Second Vice-President Enoch Chihana and new ministers Roza Fatch Mbilizi (Agriculture) and George Partridge (Industry), […] The post Mutharika Slams Corruption and Favouritism in Mega Farms: A Flagship Vision Gone Rotten appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Politics

47 h. ago OPINION | Free Secondary Education Is Malawi’s Most Radical Leap Toward Equality

Malawi has finally taken a step that history will remember — the decision to make secondary education free from January 2026. Critics call it reckless. Realists call it revolutionary. And if the lessons from Ghana, Sierra Leone, Kenya, and Zambia are anything to go by, this is the single most transformative policy the country could […] The post OPINION | Free Secondary Education Is Malawi’s Most Radical Leap Toward Equality appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Events

66 h. ago The Fiscal Risk of Political Suspensions: How Unlawful Dismissals Cost Malawi Millions

Every time a new administration takes office, Malawians witness sweeping changes across government ministries and parastatal organizations. While such shake-ups are often justified as efforts to enhance efficiency and accountability, they frequently come with hidden fiscal costs that burden taxpayers. The Public Service Act of 1994 provides clear legal guidance on how public officers should […] The post The Fiscal Risk of Political Suspensions: How Unlawful Dismissals Cost Malawi Millions appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Economics

66 h. ago Atupele Muluzi Congratulates Global Economist Dr. Farzam Kamalabadi for Recognition by Botswana President at 2025 World Expo

Malawian politician and business leader Atupele Muluzi has congratulated renowned global economist and development strategist Dr. Farzam Kamalabadi following his special recognition by the President of Botswana, His Excellency Duma Boko, during the opening ceremony of the Botswana 2025 World Expo. In a social media post, Muluzi described the honour as “a remarkable recognition” and […] The post Atupele Muluzi Congratulates Global Economist Dr. Farzam Kamalabadi for Recognition by Botswana President at 2025 World Expo appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Politics

67 h. 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

67 h. ago Confirmed: Chakwera Pardoned Billionaire Thom Mpinganjira — Malawians Celebrates Long

Sources close to this publication have confirmed that billionaire businessman Dr. Thom Mpinganjira was pardoned by former President Lazarus Chakwera, a move that sparked excitement among Malawians who had long championed his release. Dr. Mpinganjira, convicted by the High Court on October 5, 2021, and sentenced to nine years for attempting to bribe judges, had […] The post Confirmed: Chakwera Pardoned Billionaire Thom Mpinganjira — Malawians Celebrates Long-Awaited Freedom appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Society

2 d. ago Enough of the Politics — Malawi’s New MPs Challenged to Put the Nation First

As the newly elected Members of Parliament settle into their orientation for the 2025–2030 term, one truth rings loud and clear: Malawi can no longer afford a Parliament of passengers, party puppets, or self-serving elites. Stakeholders who addressed the lawmakers this week in Lilongwe did not mince words — this new crop of MPs must […] The post Enough of the Politics — Malawi’s New MPs Challenged to Put the Nation First appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Politics

2 d. ago Confusion in the Ranks: MCP Still Without Parliamentary Leadership as House Convenes in Days

With just days before Parliament opens, the once-dominant Malawi Congress Party (MCP) remains entangled in uncertainty — still undecided on who will lead its bench in the National Assembly. The indecision has sparked questions about the party’s readiness to assume its new role as the main opposition and its ability to project authority in the […] The post Confusion in the Ranks: MCP Still Without Parliamentary Leadership as House Convenes in Days appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Politics

3 d. ago Mutharika: “We’ll Buy Fertilizer from Reputable Suppliers, Not Butcheries”

President Peter Mutharika has vowed that his administration will procure fertilizer only from credible and reputable suppliers, saying Malawi cannot afford another scandal involving fake or overpriced farm inputs. Speaking at Sanjika Palace in Blantyre during a meeting with Scotland’s First Minister, John Swinney, Mutharika said his government is determined to restore integrity and transparency […] The post Mutharika: “We’ll Buy Fertilizer from Reputable Suppliers, Not Butcheries” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Politics

3 d. ago Mutharika Promises Reliable Fertilizer, Slams Chakwera’s Butchery Scandal

President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has vowed that his government will procure fertilizer from reputable suppliers, sharply criticizing the previous administration of Lazarus Chakwera for its mishandling of fertilizer procurement. The President made the remarks during a meeting with the First Minister of Scotland, John Swinney, at Sanjika Palace in Blantyre today, during Swinney’s official […]

Politics

3 d. ago Suspended MBC Director General George Kasakula, others feast MK480m in a month for druming up Chakwera’s campaign

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Busted! It has been emerged that suspended Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) Director General George Kasakula and colleagues plundered funds amounting to over MK400 million meant to be given to staff members for election coverages in just a month. Documents in our possession indicates that Kasakula in collaboration with Jack Kamwachale, Monica Likoswe only gave election […] The post Suspended MBC Director General George Kasakula, others feast MK480m in a month for druming up Chakwera’s campaign appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

3 d. ago Is Mutharika’s vision for free education in Malawi attainable?

In the verdant fields of Malawi’s future, where the seeds of knowledge are sown with hope and nurtured with resolve, President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has emerged as a radiant sun, illuminating the path toward an era where education is a birthright, not a privilege. His recent assurance to the nation that, come January 2026, […] The post Is Mutharika’s vision for free education in Malawi attainable? appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

3 d. ago Why APM’s Free Education Policy is Malawi’s Greatest Investment

In a move that has sent ripples of hope across the nation, His Excellency Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has declared that, starting this January, primary and secondary education will be free for all Malawians that desire it. This is not merely a policy shift; it is a national rebirth. It is the single most progressive […]

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