9 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.

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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.

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6 d. ago Mutharika describes Jaffu as distinguished military professional

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has described the Malawi Defence Force (MDF) Commander, General George Jaffu, as a distinguished military professional capable of strengthening the country’s national security and stability. Speaking during the official appointment and promotion ceremony of General Jaffu at his Page House residence in Mangochi on Friday, Mutharika commended the new MDF […] The post Mutharika describes Jaffu as distinguished military professional appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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7 d. ago Bolton Indicted, Trump and Zelenskyy Meeting, Rebuilding Gaza

John Bolton is indicted on 18 counts for allegedly mishandling classified information dating back to his time as national security advisor during President Trump’s first term. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets with President Trump at the White House to discuss Ukraine’s request for long-range missiles, Trump says he will meet with Russia’s president in Hungary next. And […] The post Bolton Indicted, Trump and Zelenskyy Meeting, Rebuilding Gaza appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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7 d. ago Mwanamvekha’s Washington Mission: A Critical Push for Malawi’s Economic Stability

Minister of Finance, Economic Planning and Development Joseph Mwanamvekha is in Washington, D.C., attending the Spring Meetings of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) — a visit that could prove decisive for Malawi’s economic direction. At a time when Malawi is grappling with foreign exchange shortages, rising food insecurity, fuel constraints, and […] The post Mwanamvekha’s Washington Mission: A Critical Push for Malawi’s Economic Stability appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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7 d. ago ANALYSIS | The Battle Over State Funding — Malawi’s Small Parties Demand a Share of the Political Cake

There is growing friction in Malawi’s multiparty democracy — this time over who deserves taxpayer-funded political financing. The calls being made are clear: smaller parties want the Political Parties Act (PPA) amended so that State funding isn’t limited only to political parties that secure at least 10 percent of the national vote. Under the current […] The post ANALYSIS | The Battle Over State Funding — Malawi’s Small Parties Demand a Share of the Political Cake appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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7 d. ago Mwanamveka dates World Bank, IMF at spring meetings in Washington

WASHINGTON-(MaraviPost)-Minister of Finance, Economic Planning and Development, Joseph Mwanamveka, is in Washington, D.C., United States of America, attending the Spring Meetings of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF). In an interview with Maravi Post, Mwanamveka said Malawi’s delegation is focusing on advancing key national economic priorities, including food security, fertiliser supply, foreign […] The post Mwanamveka dates World Bank, IMF at spring meetings in Washington appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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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.

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9 d. ago Miss Malawi Marks Mother’s Day with Donation to Grace Land Child Care Centre

As Malawi celebrates Mother’s Day today, October 15, the Miss Malawi pageant organizers have extended a heartfelt gesture of love by donating assorted items worth over K5 million to Grace Land Child Care Centre, which supports children with disabilities. Receiving the donation, Pamela Chipeka, founder of Grace Land Child Care Centre, commended the Miss Malawi […] The post Miss Malawi Marks Mother’s Day with Donation to Grace Land Child Care Centre appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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1 week ago Malawi mission officials pay tribute to victims of Limpopo bus tragedy

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-In a somber display of diplomatic engagement and humanitarian concern, officials from the Malawi Mission in South Africa, led by High Commissioner Stella Ndau, visited the site of the devastating bus accident in Limpopo that claimed the lives of 42 people. The Malawi delegation was joined by South Africa’s Minister of Transport, Barbara Creecy, and […] The post Malawi mission officials pay tribute to victims of Limpopo bus tragedy appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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1 week ago Northern Alliance Applauds President Mutharika for Appointing Former Speaker Msowoya as Head of SADC Electoral Mission to Tanzania

The Northern Alliance has hailed President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika for appointing former Speaker of the Malawi Parliament, Right Honourable Richard Msowoya, as Head of Mission for the SADC Electoral Observer Mission (SEOM) to Tanzania. In a statement signed by its Coordinator, Dr. Victor Buchizga Madhlopa, the Alliance described the appointment as “a mark of […] The post Northern Alliance Applauds President Mutharika for Appointing Former Speaker Msowoya as Head of SADC Electoral Mission to Tanzania appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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2 w. ago Shock and Shame: How Thieves Stole from the Malawi Defence Force

In an incident that has left many Malawians stunned and questioning the state of national security, unknown criminals in the early hours of Saturday stole one of the boats belonging to the Malawi Maritime Forces — a branch of the Malawi Defence Force (MDF), the very institution mandated to protect the nation. According to multiple […] The post Shock and Shame: How Thieves Stole from the Malawi Defence Force appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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3 w. ago Police Tighten Security at NEEF, MRA and Capital Hill Amid Transition Tensions

The Malawi Police Service has moved to beef up security at key government institutions—including the National Economic Empowerment Fund (Neef), the Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA), and Capital Hill—sparking speculation in the wake of a tense power transition. National Police spokesperson Peter Kalaya confirmed the deployment but insisted the move was routine. “Being a security institution, […] The post Police Tighten Security at NEEF, MRA and Capital Hill Amid Transition Tensions appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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