14 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

36 h. ago Concerned Citizens grouping dares legislators on electing competent Parliament speaker

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Ahead of the crucial National Assembly Speaker election scheduled for 29 October 2025, the Concerned Citizens People Power Movement has issued a strong appeal to Members of Parliament (MPs) to prioritize national interest over partisan considerations. The statement, signed by Edward Kambanje and Oliver Nakoma, emphasizes the importance of electing a Speaker who embodies competence, […] The post Concerned Citizens grouping dares legislators on electing competent Parliament speaker appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

38 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

43 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.

Politics

44 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

64 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

65 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

68 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.

Politics

68 h. 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 New NRB Principal Secretary Patrick Machika Commends Smooth Leadership Transition

The newly appointed Principal Secretary for the National Registration Bureau (NRB), Patrick Machika, has commended his predecessor, Mphatso Sambo, for ensuring a smooth and well-organized handover process that sets the tone for continued institutional stability and progress at the Bureau. Machika made the remarks following a formal handover meeting held in Lilongwe, where Sambo officially […] The post New NRB Principal Secretary Patrick Machika Commends Smooth Leadership Transition appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Politics

3 d. ago Digital Innovation Powering Financial Inclusion: Malawi on the Move Toward a Cashless Future

Malawi is standing at the edge of a digital revolution that promises to bring financial services to every citizen—from remote villages to bustling cities—thanks to rapid advances in mobile technology, fintech innovation, and national policy reforms. This vision was powerfully articulated by Dr. Wisely Phiri, Group Managing Director of Sparc Systems Ltd and President of […] The post Digital Innovation Powering Financial Inclusion: Malawi on the Move Toward a Cashless Future appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Economics

3 d. ago New Report Details How Songwriter Brett James Lost Control of His Plane

Late country songwriter Brett James was flying the aircraft that killed him and his family, new details reveal. People obtained a report from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) on Monday, October 20, which revealed that James “requested a visual approach” to land before attempting to make a full turn. He then lost control of […] The post New Report Details How Songwriter Brett James Lost Control of His Plane appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

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.

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 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.

Events

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 […]

Events

4 d. ago Trump orders removal of slavery exhibits from U.S. National Parks

…..Controversial directive sparks debate over historical preservation and national memory. WASHINGTON-(MaraviPost)-President Donald Trump has ordered the removal of all images and exhibits about slavery from U.S. National Parks. The directive applies to museums, historical sites, and educational displays that currently document the history of slavery in the United States. Officials within the National Park Service […] The post Trump orders removal of slavery exhibits from U.S. National Parks appeared first on The Maravi Post.

Politics

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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