8 h. ago Mulli to Attend Afreximbank Presidential Investiture in Cairo

Executive Chairperson of MBL Holdings, Leston Mulli, is among business leaders expected to attend the investiture ceremony of Afreximbank’s new president scheduled for October 25 in Cairo, Egypt. According to information on the Afreximbank website, the institution will on Friday usher in Dr. George Elombi as its 4th president, succeeding Professor Benedict Oramah. The ceremony […]

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50 h. 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.

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8 d. ago Mkaka Challenges Executive Overreach: Says MEC Is Not Subject to Presidential Orders

Former Cabinet Minister and Malawi Congress Party (MCP) secretary general Eisenhower Mkaka has waded into the growing debate over the relationship between the Executive and the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC), warning that any attempt by the President or Cabinet to issue orders to the electoral body would be “unconstitutional and dangerous to democracy.” In a […] The post Mkaka Challenges Executive Overreach: Says MEC Is Not Subject to Presidential Orders appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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1 week ago RHOP’s Ashley Darby Explains Why She Skipped Estranged Father’s Funeral

The Real Housewives of Potomac star Ashley Darby revealed her estranged father has died. The reality star, 37, shared the news in a series of videos posted to her Instagram Stories on Sunday, October 12, explaining why she chose not to attend his funeral, which had taken place that day. As Ashley has documented on […] The post RHOP’s Ashley Darby Explains Why She Skipped Estranged Father’s Funeral appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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1 week ago “Too Late to Save Jerusalem”: Namalomba Dismisses Kasakula’s Apology to Mutharika as Empty and Belated

Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) spokesperson and presidential press secretary, Shadric Namalomba, has said the party has taken note of Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) Director General George Kasakula’s public apology to former President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika — but insists that the DPP will only issue a formal response after consulting Mutharika himself. Namalomba, speaking in […] The post “Too Late to Save Jerusalem”: Namalomba Dismisses Kasakula’s Apology to Mutharika as Empty and Belated appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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2 w. ago MCP Administration Leaves Kamuzu Palace in Ruins, Officials Claim

Officials allege sabotage by former staff during handover period Malawi’s Kamuzu Palace, the official presidential residence in Lilongwe, has been found in a state of extensive disrepair, with evidence of vandalism and theft discovered just days after the handover of power from the former Malawi Congress Party (MCP) administration. A visit by The Daily Times […]

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2 w. ago From Stage to State House: How Tay Grin Could Redefine Arts and Culture Leadership in Malawi

Why the Nyau King’s vision makes him the perfect Presidential Advisor on Arts and Culture When conversations arise about the creative economy in Malawi, one name consistently towers above the noise — Limbani Kalilani, better known as Tay Grin, the “Nyau King.” For two decades, he has not only rapped about culture but embodied it […] The post From Stage to State House: How Tay Grin Could Redefine Arts and Culture Leadership in Malawi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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2 w. ago Standard Bank Welcomes New Administration’s Resolve for Economic Restoration

Standard Bank Plc has welcomed the new administration’s commitment to restoring economic stability, predictability, and strong governance, describing the move as a critical step toward rebuilding investor confidence and national growth. Speaking on the sidelines of the Presidential Inauguration Ceremony at Kamuzu Stadium in Blantyre, Standard Bank Chief Executive Officer, Phillip Madinga, said the bank […] The post Standard Bank Welcomes New Administration’s Resolve for Economic Restoration appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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3 w. ago OPINION | Why Tay Grin is Fully Ripe to be Presidential Advisor on Arts and Culture

Malawi stands at a cultural crossroads. Our heritage is rich, our music and arts are vibrant, yet our government has largely left these assets untapped in national development. In a country where tourism, culture, and creative industries could drive jobs, foreign investment, and international recognition, one name shines as the natural bridge between Malawi and […] The post OPINION | Why Tay Grin is Fully Ripe to be Presidential Advisor on Arts and Culture appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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3 w. ago Chakwera Set to Make History by Attending APM’s Inauguration

President Lazarus Chakwera is set to attend the inauguration of President-elect Peter Mutharika and Vice-President-elect Jane Ansah at Kamuzu Stadium in Blantyre this Saturday—an event that is shaping up to be a watershed moment in Malawi’s democratic journey. According to Ministry of Information and Digitalisation Principal Secretary Baldwin Chiyamwaka, Vice-President Michael Usi will also be […] The post Chakwera Set to Make History by Attending APM’s Inauguration appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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3 w. ago Chakwera’s class act: Outgoing Malawi leader to attend Mutharika’s inauguration

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-In a remarkable display of statesmanship, Malawi’s outgoing President Lazarus Chakwera is set to attend the inauguration ceremony of President-elect Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika at Kamuzu Stadium in Blantyre on Saturday. According to a source close to the president, who wished to remain anonymous, Chakwera has assured party senior members of a smooth transition and […] The post Chakwera’s class act: Outgoing Malawi leader to attend Mutharika’s inauguration appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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3 w. ago Caretaker power and fuel hikes: Who is responsible before Malawi’s presidential swearing

LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Malawians are reeling from a sharp fuel price hike just days before Peter Mutharika is set to be sworn in as the country’s next president. With the September 16, 2025, elections behind them, many are asking a pressing question: who is legally responsible for decisions taken in the interim period between an election defeat and […] The post Caretaker power and fuel hikes: Who is responsible before Malawi’s presidential swearing-in? appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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3 w. ago Stop the Blame Game: Malawi’s Crisis, Not the Secretary General, Decided the Election

Malawi Congress Party (MCP) members, it’s time for a sobering reality check. In the wake of the September 16, 2025, presidential elections, there has been a tendency to assign blame to the Office of the Secretary General for our defeat. This approach is not only simplistic—it is misleading. The truth is that Malawi’s unfriendly socio-economic […] The post Stop the Blame Game: Malawi’s Crisis, Not the Secretary General, Decided the Election appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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3 w. ago My Take On It: Malawians decide to put APM back in Presidential Seat

7 “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, (and) I have kept the faith. 8 Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for […] The post My Take On It: Malawians decide to put APM back in Presidential Seat appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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3 w. ago Know Arthur Peter Mutharika: A beacon of hope for desperate Malawians

Ululations, jubilations and celebrations are now contagious in our country upon the declaration by the Chairperson of the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC), Annabel Mtalimanja that Arthur Peter Mutharika (APM) is the victor of 2025 presidential race. Unfortunately, the Malawi community has been filled with doubt about APM’s suitability as the president elect of Malawi. Therefore, […] The post Know Arthur Peter Mutharika: A beacon of hope for desperate Malawians appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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3 w. ago One on One with governing DPP Secretary General Peter Mukhitho after convincing victory over MCP

The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) on Wednesday night announced the results of the presidential election and declared Democratic Progress Party (DPP)’s candidate Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika the winner. Jones Gadama of Maravi Post caught up with DPP’s Secretary General Peter Mukhito after convincing victory over Malawi Congress Party (MCP) in the 2025 General Elections Excerpts….. […] The post One on One with governing DPP Secretary General Peter Mukhitho after convincing victory over MCP appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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4 w. ago Professor Tiyambe Zeleza: “Once Again, Malawians Have Replaced One Old, Corrupt, and Inept Leader with Another.”  

Malawi’s political trajectory underscores the paradox of formal democratic consolidation coexisting with systemic governance collapse. Today, Malawi’s Electoral Commission announced the results of the presidential election held last week. Once again, the outcome illustrates the paradox of democratic consolidation without substantive change. Arthur Peter Mutharika has returned to State House with 56.8 percent of the […] The post Professor Tiyambe Zeleza: “Once Again, Malawians Have Replaced One Old, Corrupt, and Inept Leader with Another.”   appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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4 w. ago Chakwera, MCP withdraw judicial review against MEC: MalawiDecides2025

LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-President Lazarus Chakwera and the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) have decided to withdraw their application for judicial review on the presidential election results, which was granted by the High Court on Tuesday. MCP spokesperson Jessie Kabwila confirmed the decision in an interview, noting that it followed President Chakwera’s concession of defeat in the September 16 […] The post Chakwera, MCP withdraw judicial review against MEC: MalawiDecides2025 appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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4 w. ago Bobi Wine officially nominated as Presidential Candidate ahead of Uganda’s 2026 Elections: A deep dive into his political prospects

KAMPALA-(MaraviPost)-Bobi Wine has been successfully nominated as a presidential candidate ahead of Uganda’s January 2026 general elections. The nomination solidifies his position as a leading opposition figure challenging the incumbent government. Wine, a former musician turned politician, has gained widespread popularity for his advocacy for youth empowerment, human rights, and government accountability. He first entered […] The post Bobi Wine officially nominated as Presidential Candidate ahead of Uganda’s 2026 Elections: A deep dive into his political prospects appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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4 w. ago Chakwera’s Final Act of Statesmanship: Drops Court Battle After Conceding Defeat

President Lazarus Chakwera has taken yet another statesmanlike step by ordering the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) to withdraw its judicial review on the September 16 presidential election — firmly closing the chapter on legal disputes after publicly conceding defeat. MCP spokesperson Jessie Kabwila confirmed the withdrawal, saying: “The case started by President Chakwera and MCP […] The post Chakwera’s Final Act of Statesmanship: Drops Court Battle After Conceding Defeat appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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