42 h. ago OPINION | Mutharika’s Mineral Ban: Bold Vision or a Fast Track to Smuggling?

President Peter Mutharika’s declaration that no minerals should leave Malawi in raw form has electrified national debate. It is a statement steeped in pride, power, and economic nationalism — the idea that Malawi should no longer be a warehouse for the world’s wealth while its own people remain poor. The argument is simple: if we […] The post OPINION | Mutharika’s Mineral Ban: Bold Vision or a Fast Track to Smuggling? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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63 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.

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66 h. 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.

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3 d. ago Malawi’s National Product Magazine opens voting for 2025 Year

LILONGWE–( MaraviPost)-The country’s leading business and entrepreneurship publication, National Product Magazine (NPM), has announced the commencement of voting for its 2025 Year-End Awards and celebration of its 120th edition. Voting opens tonight, October 20, and will run until early November 2025. This year’s awards ceremony is being held under the theme, “Where Innovation Meets Distinction: […] The post Malawi’s National Product Magazine opens voting for 2025 Year-End Awards appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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3 d. ago Malawi’ Scorchers Star Temwa injury scare ahead of crucial Scorchers clash with Angola

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Malawi’s star striker Temwa Chawinga is facing a race against time to be fit for the Scorchers’ crucial Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifier against Angola on October 23, 2025, after suffering another setback in the United States. The prolific forward, who plays for Kansas City Current in the American National Women’s Soccer League […] The post Malawi’ Scorchers Star Temwa injury scare ahead of crucial Scorchers clash with Angola appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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4 d. ago Four Malawi police officers arrested for robbery in Blantyre

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-In a shocking turn of events, four Malawi Police officers have been arrested for allegedly robbing an Indian national of MK143 million in a well-planned sting operation in Blantyre’s Sunnyside area. The suspects, identified as Sergeant Leonard Poya, 38, Sergeant Inspector Pemphero Kachipapa, 42, Sergeant Inspector Fabiano Phillip, 39, and Sergeant John Bokosi, who is […] The post Four Malawi police officers arrested for robbery in Blantyre appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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4 d. ago 2025 campaign efforts questioned as Malawians reject Chakwera

…..Despite extensive campaign efforts, voters signal a decisive shift in Malawi’s political landscape…. The 2025 election campaign trail by former President Lazarus Chakwera has come under scrutiny following the recent election outcomes. Many observers are questioning whether all the resources, rallies, and public engagements invested during the campaign yielded the intended results. Voters across Malawi […] The post 2025 campaign efforts questioned as Malawians reject Chakwera appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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4 d. ago Malawi’s prosperity lies in the harmonious dance of DPP leadership, MCP opposition

The hard truth is that Malawi’s economic and political fortunes have always found their brightest dawn when the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) holds the reins of government while the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) embraces its vital role in opposition. This balance, akin to a finely tuned symphony, produces a harmony that propels the nation’s development […] The post Malawi’s prosperity lies in the harmonious dance of DPP leadership, MCP opposition appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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4 d. ago Mulhako wa Alhomwe: Preserving culture, promoting unity, and strengthening identity

…An in-depth analysis of Malawi’s annual Lhomwe cultural festival and its role in fostering heritage, community cohesion, and national pride. The Mulhako wa Alhomwe Annual Festival is one of Malawi’s most prominent cultural gatherings, held each year to celebrate the heritage, traditions, and identity of the Lhomwe people. Its primary purpose is to preserve and […] The post Mulhako wa Alhomwe: Preserving culture, promoting unity, and strengthening identity appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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4 d. ago Ripple Africa Promotes Changu Changu Moto Stove Adoption in Monkey Bay

Ripple Africa, an organisation that partners with the Government of Malawi in environmental conservation through the Lake Malawi National Park, has urged communities in Mangochi’s Monkey Bay to fully adopt the use of the Changu Changu Moto cooking stove, which uses significantly less firewood. Speaking on Saturday during a random inspection of the Changu Changu […]

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6 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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7 d. ago ESCOM, MISA Malawi Unite to Fight Vandalism Through New Media Award

The Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) and the Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA) Malawi Chapter have joined forces to tackle one of the nation’s persistent challenges — vandalism of electricity infrastructure — through the launch of the ESCOM Anti-Vandalism Media Award. Announced in Lilongwe on October 16, 2025, the initiative aims to empower […] The post ESCOM, MISA Malawi Unite to Fight Vandalism Through New Media Award appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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8 d. ago Enough of election countdown madness! It’s time to rebuild Malawi now

In the wake of the recent general elections held just a few weeks ago, where Malawians went to the polls and decisively elected Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika and his Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) to lead the nation, it is baffling and frankly frustrating to witness the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) persistently bombarding the public with […] The post Enough of election countdown madness! It’s time to rebuild Malawi now appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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9 d. ago Trillions Spent, Yet Malawi Still Hungry: What Exactly Is the Problem?

Malawi’s hunger story is one of paradox and pain — a nation that spends trillions of kwacha to feed itself, yet its people still queue for maize and battle starvation. Over the past five years, government spending on maize-related programs has exceeded K1 trillion, yet hunger, high prices, and shortages remain the order of the […] The post Trillions Spent, Yet Malawi Still Hungry: What Exactly Is the Problem? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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9 d. 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.

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9 d. ago Veteran military strategist Blaise Saenda takes helm at Malawi’s National Intelligence Service

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Brigadier Blaise Saenda, a seasoned military expert, has been appointed as the new Head of the National Intelligence Service (NIS). The appointment, which takes immediate effect, brings a wealth of experience in combat operations, counterintelligence, and strategic operations to the country’s top intelligence agency. Maravipost can exclusively reveal that Brigadier Saenda’s appointment underscores the government’s […] The post Veteran military strategist Blaise Saenda takes helm at Malawi’s National Intelligence Service appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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1 week ago Malawians Back Suleman for Speaker as Kunkuyu Tipped for Opposition Leadership

Public sentiment appears to be tilting in favour of Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislator Sameer Suleman to take up the position of Speaker of the National Assembly, with many Malawians describing him as a loyal and outspoken member of the governing party. During a popular phone-in programme Times Talk on Times Radio, several callers praised […]

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1 week ago FIFA fines Equatorial Guinea for failing to honour World Cup qualifier against Malawi

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has fined the Equatorial Guinea Football Federation CHF 10,000 (approximately MK22 million) for failing to show up for their World Cup qualifying match against Malawi’s Flames last Thursday at the Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe. According to a statement released by FIFA, Equatorial Guinea breached competition regulations after […] The post FIFA fines Equatorial Guinea for failing to honour World Cup qualifier against Malawi appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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1 week ago NBM plc supports Parliament orientation program with MK20 million

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has given MK20 million to the Parliament of Malawi to support the orientation program for newly elected legislative members. The orientation program, set for October 13 to 17, is part of Parliament’s efforts to strengthen legislative capacity and improve governance in the country. Speaking during the symbolic cheque handover […] The post NBM plc supports Parliament orientation program with MK20 million appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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1 week ago NBM plc supports Parliament orientation program with K20 million

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has given K20 million to the Parliament of Malawi to support the orientation program for newly elected legislative members. The orientation program, set for October 13 to 17, is part of Parliament’s efforts to strengthen legislative capacity and improve governance in the country. Speaking during the symbolic cheque handover […] The post NBM plc supports Parliament orientation program with K20 million appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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