4 h. ago Valentino Phiri hands over Sword command Jaffu as new Malawi Defence Force chief

LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-In a ceremony steeped in tradition and military pageantry, General Dr. Paul Valentino Phiri officially handed over command of the Malawi Defence Force (MDF) to General George Jaffu at Kamuzu Barracks in Lilongwe. The handover ceremony, marked by a Pull Out Parade, signified the beginning of a new era for the MDF under General Jaffu’s […] The post Valentino Phiri hands over Sword command Jaffu as new Malawi Defence Force chief appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

4 h. ago Opposition MCP picks Peter Dimba for Malawi Parliament Speakership

LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Malawi Congress Party (MCP) caucus has chosen Peter Dimba as its candidate for Speaker of the National Assembly. Dimba, defeated Sam Kawale, who had expressed interest in the position. In a confirmation interview with Maravi Post, Dimba confirmed the decision, saying, “Yes, I can confirm.” The development comes as the National Assembly prepares to elect […] The post Opposition MCP picks Peter Dimba for Malawi Parliament Speakership appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

6 h. ago Kelly Kay, Eli Njuchi, others to spice NBM plc family day gig in LL

Music, laughter, and splendour will fill Peak Gardens in Lilongwe on Sunday as top local artists Kelly Kay, Eli Njuchi, Praise Umali, Fada Moti, and Temwa take the stage for a day packed with entertainment, fun, and relaxation. The performances will headline National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc’s Family Day, a celebration designed to appreciate […]

Politics

7 h. ago Diplomats Car Hire aids MK5 million towards 2025 Think Pink Malawi’s breast cancer awareness campaign

LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-In a heartfelt demonstration of compassion and social responsibility, Diplomats Car Hire has donated MK5 million to Think Pink Malawi in support of the 2025 Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign. The contribution reflects the company’s enduring commitment to empowering women and giving back to the community. During the official cheque handover ceremony held in Lilongwe, Wezi […] The post Diplomats Car Hire aids MK5 million towards 2025 Think Pink Malawi’s breast cancer awareness campaign appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

11 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

13 h. ago Kelly Kay, Eli Njuchi, others to spice NBM plc family day gig in Lilongwe

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Music, laughter, and splendour will fill Peak Gardens in Lilongwe on Sunday as top local artists Kelly Kay, Eli Njuchi, Praise Umali, Fada Moti, and Temwa take the stage for a day packed with entertainment, fun, and relaxation. The performances will headline National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc’s Family Day, a celebration designed to appreciate […] The post Kelly Kay, Eli Njuchi, others to spice NBM plc family day gig in Lilongwe appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

13 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

14 h. ago Kabwila Tells Dissenting MCP Members: “If You Don’t Want Chakwera, Leave and Form Your Own Party”

Malawi Congress Party (MCP) Publicity Secretary Jessie Kabwila has told party members opposed to Lazarus Chakwera’s continued leadership to leave and form their own party if they are unhappy with the National Executive Committee’s (NEC) decision to retain him. Kabwila made the remarks in an interview on Friday, a day after the MCP’s NEC met […]

Politics

15 h. ago Experience, Qualification, Integrity Determined Promotions — Ministry of Lands

The Ministry of Lands has defended its recent promotions, saying they were based purely on merit, experience, qualifications, and integrity — dismissing allegations of favouritism, nepotism, and political interference. The clarification follows claims directed at outgoing Principal Secretary Devie Chilonga and Commissioner for Valuation and Estate Management Mickson Chiundira, accusing them of bias in the […] The post Experience, Qualification, Integrity Determined Promotions — Ministry of Lands appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Politics

15 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

15 h. ago RBM Governor Boosts Silver Strikers’ Morale Ahead of Yanga Clash

Silver Strikers received a major morale boost on Wednesday ahead of their trip to Tanzania for the second leg of their CAF Champions League preliminary round tie against Young Africans (Yanga SC), when Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) Governor, Dr. MacDonald Mafuta Mwale, visited the team in camp. The Bankers travel to Dar es Salaam […] The post RBM Governor Boosts Silver Strikers’ Morale Ahead of Yanga Clash appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Events

16 h. ago Malawi Missing in Action at the United Nations Security Council

There are 193 countries in the world — and many have never sat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). But Malawi’s absence is especially striking. Across Africa, only six countries have never served as non-permanent members of the Council: Central African Republic, Lesotho, Seychelles, South Sudan, Eswatini, and Malawi. Six out of fifty-three — […] The post Malawi Missing in Action at the United Nations Security Council appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Events

16 h. ago Malawi Unveils Transformative Curriculum to Power Vision 2063

In a bold step toward reshaping the nation’s education system, the Malawi Institute of Education (MIE) has released a new Curriculum and Assessment Framework for Schools and Colleges, marking the most comprehensive overhaul of Malawi’s education structure since independence. The new framework—officially launched in July 2025—aligns the education system with Malawi 2063, the country’s long-term […] The post Malawi Unveils Transformative Curriculum to Power Vision 2063 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Politics

16 h. ago JTI splashes prizes to tobacco growers in Mlimi Ozitsata Ayiphule Promotion

Japan Tobacco International (JTI) in the Mlimi Ozitsata Ayiphule Promition has splashed different prizes valued at K170million ($100,000) to its 900 outstanding tobacco growers in three regions of the country. The prizes include Motorbikes, Solar pumps, safety equipment ,water tanks and bags of fertilizers among others. Speaking on Thursday during the handover ceremony, JTI Corporate […] The post JTI splashes prizes to tobacco growers in Mlimi Ozitsata Ayiphule Promotion appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Politics

16 h. ago Allan Ngumuya: 40 Years of Gospel, Global Reach, and Reinvented Classics

Allan Ngumuya, a name synonymous with gospel music in Malawi, is set to release his 15th album, Mfumu ya Mafumu, marking more than four decades of musical devotion. Contrary to misconceptions, Ngumuya has never paused his musical career, steadily producing and releasing albums even amid political and personal commitments. In 2015, following his election, he […] The post Allan Ngumuya: 40 Years of Gospel, Global Reach, and Reinvented Classics appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Politics

17 h. ago Junior Flames secure testing match against South Africa’s Amajimboz

By Edwin Mbewe BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The Malawi Under -17 national football team will on Sunday, 26th October 2025, play a friendly match against South Africa at the Kamuzu Stadium in Blantyre. The match, which is scheduled to kick-off at 11:00 am, will curtain-raise the Blantyre Derby between FCB Nyasa Big Bullets and Mighty Wanderers. South Africa, who […] The post Junior Flames secure testing match against South Africa’s Amajimboz appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

17 h. ago Immigration department to conduct nationwide verification exercise for Malawi service passport holders

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The Department of Immigration and Citizenship Services has announced plans to conduct a nationwide verification exercise for all holders of Service Passports issued between June 2020 and September 2025. The exercise, aimed at curbing abuse, requires all individuals holding Service Passports to submit their passport numbers to their Controlling Officers for verification within a specified […] The post Immigration department to conduct nationwide verification exercise for Malawi service passport holders appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

17 h. ago MCP endorses Chakwera’s continued leadership amid calls for renewal

….Party faithful rally behind former president Lazarus Chakwera, emphasizing unity and stability as the MCP prepares for the next political chapter. LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The opposition Malawi Congress Party (MCP) has decided to maintain former State president Lazarus Chakwera as its leader. The decision was reached after extensive internal consultations within the party’s National Executive Committee and regional […] The post MCP endorses Chakwera’s continued leadership amid calls for renewal appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

17 h. ago Fazili confident as Scorchers secure crucial away draw against Angola

Malawi 0-0 Angola… LUANDA-(MaraviPost)-Malawi Women’s National Football Team Head Coach, Lovemore Fazili, says the goalless draw against Angola in Luanda on Thursday has given his side renewed belief as they eye a historic qualification to the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The Scorchers, who dominated much of the first-leg encounter at Estádio 11 […] The post Fazili confident as Scorchers secure crucial away draw against Angola appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

18 h. ago 50 years gone since Malawi’s Flames maiden appearance at CECAFA Challenge Cup

…..Wander Moreira, Malawi’s Brazilian Mentor, Assembled a Formidable Squad ….Saluting Malawi team that won Silver Medal in Zambia in 1975 By Ndisi Songa Time flies indeed! It feels like yesterday when the Malawi national football team made its maiden appearance at the 3rd edition of the CECAFA Challenge Cup which Zambia hosted from 31st October to 9th November,1975. […] The post 50 years gone since Malawi’s Flames maiden appearance at CECAFA Challenge Cup appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics