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Mwanamvekha: Malawi facing mounting economic challenges

Noel MkwailaAugust 24, 2026

Finance Minister Joseph Mwanamvekha says Malawi is facing a number of economic challenges, including unsustainable debt, rising prices of goods and high interest rates. Mwanamvekha made the remarks in Blantyre when he officially opened the launch of the Malawi Revenue Authority’s Strategic Plan for 2026 to 2031. He said government is working to address the...

High Court hears evidence in Victoria Bobe murder case

Noel MkwailaAugust 24, 2026

The High Court in Blantyre has resumed hearing a murder case involving seven people accused of killing medical doctor Victoria Bobe in Chigumula, Blantyre, on 17 November 2025. The accused are facing charges of murder, robbery and burglary in connection with the incident. As proceedings resumed, the State presented its fourth and fifth witnesses, including...

VP Ansah urges women to turn to God in times of hardship

Noel MkwailaAugust 24, 2026

Vice President Jane Ansah has urged women in Malawi to turn to God when facing challenges in their lives instead of relying on people or social media for solutions. Ansah made the remarks when she addressed a Zambezi Church women at Manjawira in Ntcheu, where she encouraged them to remain hopeful and trust in God...

Government to continue development projects initiated by previous administration

Noel MkwailaAugust 23, 2026

Second Vice President Enock Chihana says government will continue and complete development projects initiated by the previous administration, stressing that the projects belong to Malawians. Chihana was speaking during the 40th General Assembly of the CCAP Livingstonia Synod in Kasungu, where he emphasised the importance of continuity in national development regardless of changes in government....

Ireen Navicha still in Miss World race

Noel MkwailaAugust 23, 2026

Malawi’s representative at Miss World, Ireen Navicha, remains in contention for the crown despite her name being absent from the recently released Top 60 Model list. The omission sparked speculation that Malawi had been eliminated from the competition. However, Miss Malawi officials have clarified that the list relates to one of several challenge events being...

Standard Bank’s digital push, community investment earn twin industry awards

Noel MkwailaAugust 22, 2026

Standard Bank Malawi has secured two industry awards, with its growing investment in digital banking and community development earning recognition at the Global Banking and Finance Awards 2026. The Malawi Stock Exchange-listed bank has been named Best Bank for Digital Services Malawi 2026 and Best CSI Initiative Malawi 2026, adding to a string of recent...

Ziyara Parade set for Tuesday in Blantyre

Noel MkwailaAugust 21, 2026

This year’s Ziyara Parade will take place on Tuesday, August 25, corresponding to 12 Rabi’ al-Awwal 1448 in the Islamic calendar, with organisers preparing a series of activities from Sunday leading up to the main event. The activities will begin on Sunday with charity visits to Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital and Chiradzulu District Hospital, where...

MUBAS urges students, journalists to embrace excellence in honour of Grey James Mang’anda

Noel MkwailaAugust 21, 2026

The Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (MUBAS) has urged journalists, academics, students and other professionals to embrace quality and excellence, drawing inspiration from the life and career of late veteran journalist Grey James Mang’anda. MUBAS Deputy Vice Chancellor Ishmael Kossam made the call during the launch of Mang’anda’s autobiography, “Images of My Journalism...

MUBAS urges students, journalists to embrace excellence in honour of Grey James Mang’anda

Noel MkwailaAugust 21, 2026

Euromoney names Standard Bank best bank in Malawi

Noel MkwailaAugust 20, 2026

Standard Bank Plc has been named the Best Bank in Malawi at the 2026 Euromoney Awards for Excellence. The recognition is part of 18 accolades awarded to Standard Bank Group operations across 12 African countries for their performance, innovation and impact in investment banking, large corporate banking and ecosystem services. Standard Bank Malawi Chief Executive...

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Local government minister engages CSOs on strengthening CDF accountability

Noel MkwailaOctober 20, 2026

Minister of Local Government and Rural Development Ben Malunga Phiri has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to working with civil society organisations (CSOs) to strengthen accountability in the implementation of the Reformed Constituency Development Fund (RCDF). Phiri made the remarks during a roundtable meeting with CSAT, the only civil society organisation that attended among those invited...

Power cuts to ease significantly by December- Energy Minister

Jane KaongaOctober 20, 2026

Minister of Energy Jean Mathanga has assured Malawians that power cuts will reduce significantly by December this year. She made the assurance on Tuesday while touring Nkula power station, where works are under way to increase generation capacity. The visit comes as continued power outages affect businesses and households across the country. Mathanga said she...

Analyst says Moyale’s poor home run not about venue change

Kenphillips KanyinjiOctober 19, 2026

Moyale Football Club’s struggles at Mzuzu Stadium have nothing to do with the change of venue, according to sports analyst Pickford Kamanga. Kamanga was reacting to Moyale’s winless run at Mzuzu Stadium since returning from Rumphi Stadium, where the team has played four matches, losing 1-0 to Silver Strikers, drawing 2-2 with Masters FC, 2-2...

Blackout at Bingu Stadium sparks concern

Kenphillips KanyinjiOctober 19, 2026

The Ministry of Sports has admitted that the blackout that disrupted the Masters FC and Karonga United match at Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe was disappointing, as stakeholders have raised concerns over the management and maintenance of the facility. Ministry spokesperson McMillan Mwale told Capital FM that the stadium has backup generators designed to switch...

Moyale home struggles continue

Kenphillips KanyinjiOctober 18, 2026

Moyale FC’s struggles at Mzuzu Stadium have continued since their return from Rumphi Stadium, with the team yet to register a home victory in four matches. The latest setback came on Sunday when they suffered a 1-0 defeat to Silver Strikers in the FDH Bank Premiership. Innocent Shema scored the decisive goal in the seventh...

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