[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- MALAWI's Minister of Energy and Mining, Dr Jean Mathanga, has commended Tanzania for its continued role as a vital hub for fuel supply to Malawi, driving economic activity and improve the livelihoods of Malawian citizens.
[Nyasa Times] A tighter, more revealing account of the controversial K128.7 billion acquisition of Amaryllis Hotel places the office of Attorney General Frank Mbeta squarely within the chain of events that shaped the outcome, exposing a level of involvement that goes beyond his repeated public denials of authorising or endorsing the transaction.
[Nyasa Times] Critics are piling pressure on President Peter Mutharika to move beyond assurances and take decisive action over the controversial purchase of Amaryllis Hotel, warning that failure to act will reinforce public distrust in the fight against corruption.
[Nyasa Times] The Malawi Government has identified men as a major obstacle in the fight against Tuberculosis (TB) and leprosy, citing low health-seeking behaviour as a key factor slowing progress in controlling the diseases.
[Nyasa Times] In what signals a clear show of unity at the top of government, Second Vice President Enock Chihana has publicly affirmed a strong and cordial working relationship with President Arthur Peter Mutharika following a high-level meeting at State House in Lilongwe.
[Nyasa Times] The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) has acknowledged ongoing fuel supply disruptions across parts of the country, attributing the situation to logistical challenges while firmly dismissing fears of a nationwide shortage.
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[Nyasa Times] A major governance scandal has erupted after suspended Public Service Pension Trust Fund principal officer George Jimu told Parliament that the fund was pushed into making decisions without a legally constituted board--raising serious questions about legality and abuse of authority at the highest level.
[Nyasa Times] Parliament has passed the 2026/2027 National Budget, approving a total allocation of K10.978 trillion for government expenditure following weeks of intense scrutiny, debate, and detailed vote-by-vote consideration of allocations.
[Nyasa Times] Miss Malawi 2025, Thandi Chisi, has added another milestone to her growing list of achievements after being recognized as one of Wealth Magazine Malawi's 100 Influential Women 2026.
[Nyasa Times] A deepening power struggle is unfolding within Malawi's ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), with multiple senior sources indicating that President Arthur Peter Mutharika has demanded the immediate resignation of his Vice-President, Jane Ansah, in what insiders describe as a calculated move to control presidential succession.
[Nyasa Times] Minister of Local Government and Rural Development Ben Phiri is set to step onto the global stage as a key speaker at a high-level forum on health communication leadership, hosted by the USC Center on Communication Leadership and Policy.
[Nyasa Times] A powerful proposal from Parliament has ignited a sweeping push to overhaul Malawi's mining sector, with lawmakers demanding higher fees, tougher fines, and a shift to charging foreign investors in United States dollars.
[Nyasa Times] FDH Bank Plc has recognised outstanding netball players for their exceptional performances in the FDH Premier Netball League, marking the end of a competitive season that started in August last year.
[Nyasa Times] A major conservation effort by the Government of Malawi, supported by the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW), is close to transforming life for communities around Kasungu National Park. With more than 133 kilometres of protective fencing now in place, human-wildlife conflict is reducing across much of the park's perimeter.
[Nyasa Times] A dramatic and potentially scandalous turn has emerged in Parliament, where suspended Public Service Pension Trust Fund principal officer George Jim has admitted that powerful external pressure--linked directly to former Secretary to the President and Cabinet Colleen Zamba--forced him to fast-track the controversial purchase of the Amaryllis Hotel.
[Nyasa Times] Malawi has lost at least $1.427 billion (about K2.5 trillion) to major climate-related disasters in just eight years, a crushing toll that exposes a country trapped in a cycle of destruction, incomplete recovery and deepening poverty.
[Nyasa Times] Apostle Clifford Kawinga of Salvation For All Ministries International, through the Hope Field Initiative, on Sunday reached out to families devastated by flash floods in the area of Traditional Authority Kawere in Mchinji.
[Nyasa Times] Minister of Justice Charles Mhango has set in motion a high-stakes and closely watched process to recruit a new Director General of the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), activating a special committee to sift through a flood of applications in what insiders describe as "one of the most consequential public appointments in the current governance cycle."
[Nyasa Times] Motorists are bracing for a punishing shift on Malawi's roads after Treasury handed the Malawi Police Service (MPS) a steep K22 billion collection target, a move drivers say effectively turns traffic enforcement into a high-pressure revenue hunt where "every stop will now have a price."
[Nyasa Times] A group of citizens has organised a nationwide thanksgiving match on April 17, 2026 at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) grounds in Lilongwe, with parallel gatherings in Blantyre, Mzuzu and Zomba, in what organisers describe as a grassroots show of appreciation for President Arthur Peter Mutharika.
[Nyasa Times] The National Economic Empowerment Fund (Neef) has issued an urgent, high-stakes plea to Parliament to partially lift a suspension blocking the disposal of overstocked farm inputs, warning that continued inaction is rapidly converting public assets into waste, with potential losses projected at K15 billion.
[Nyasa Times] President Arthur Peter Mutharika has pardoned 27 inmates as part of the 2026 Eid and Easter holiday celebrations, invoking constitutional powers to extend clemency to selected prisoners deemed rehabilitated and deserving of release.
[Nyasa Times] The Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) has mounted a forceful push for legal reforms governing how criminal cases are discontinued, arguing that the current framework grants excessive, opaque powers to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) and risks eroding public trust in the justice system.
[Nyasa Times] Malawi's government has revealed a 59 billion kwacha shortfall in its proposed 209 billion kwacha disaster response budget, following heavy rains from March 13 to 17, 2026, that affected over 21,000 households and damaged roads, bridges, and other public infrastructure.
[MEC Malawi] The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has successfully conducted by-elections in four constituencies and nine wards, marking the first such electoral exercise following the country's General Election held in September 2025.
[Nyasa Times] A new 0.05% levy on mobile money and electronic transfers has alarmed industry players, who warn it could push Malawians back to cash and weaken years of progress in financial inclusion.
[Nyasa Times] National Bank of Malawi plc (NBM plc) has repositioned and rebranded its insurance premium financing solution, NBM Smart Cover, enabling customers to secure insurance cover without paying the full premium upfront.
[Nyasa Times] The Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) has emphasised the need for responsible gambling advertising, saying measures introduced under Directive No. 1 of 2025 are aimed at protecting children and vulnerable groups.
[Nyasa Times] FDH Bank Plc has reaffirmed its role in complementing government efforts to drive Malawi's socio-economic development through interventions that uplift communities and support key sectors of the economy.