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Delayed regulations stall full implementation of Malawi’s disaster risk law

As Malawi approaches the next disaster season, the effectiveness of its legal tools to manage and reduce risks hangs in the balance, awaiting the political will to turn policy into protection.

New $3.6M MACI initiative launched to unite farmers, fix markets, and double yields

A new $3.6 million agricultural initiative aimed at transforming Malawi’s soybean and groundnut value chains was officially launched in Lilongwe on Tuesday.

AGRA dangles K540 million prize for African women agripreneurs

The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) has announced the opening of the 2025 Women Agripreneurs of the Year Awards (WAYA), offering up to $300,000 (about K540 million in grants to female agribusiness innovators across the continent, including Malawi.

CSOs calls for transparency, peace, responsible engagement ahead of Sept 16 general elections

Civil society leaders in Malawi have warned against rising political violence and demanded increased transparency from electoral stakeholders, urging a peaceful and credible electoral process.

IMF walks away: Malawi’s missteps sink ECF program

As concerns grow over Malawi’s stalled Extended Credit Facility (ECF) with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), civil society organizations (CSOs) and economic experts are offering divergent views on what went wrong — and what should happen next.

Govt pushes land reforms to local level

The Government of Malawi has stepped up its decentralisation agenda by transferring land administration services to district councils, a move aimed at improving access, governance, and transparency in land registration and management.

Civil Service United Strengthens Squad with Goalkeeper Signings for 2024 Season

Civil Service United Football Club has bolstered its squad ahead of the upcoming 2024 season football season, set to kick off in April, with the announcement of two new goalkeepers. 

DPP Fires Back at MCP’s Criticisms Over Disciplinary Hearing Outcomes

The Democratic Progressive Party's (DPP) has accused Malawi Congress Party (MCP) of desperation, hypocrisy, and fear following the latter's statement on expulsion of some top DPP officials from the party on disciplinary grounds.

Mafco secures Airtel Top 8 final berth with thrilling victory over Silver Strikers

In a pulsating Airtel Top 8 semi-final clash at the Bingu National Stadium on Tuesday afternoon, Malawi Armed Forces College (Mafco) emerged victorious, securing their place in the Airtel Top 8 Season 8 final. 

Community flourishes after embracing green initiative

In the heart of Lilongwe, Masumba Nthumbwi Village is experiencing a renaissance, a vibrant transformation brought about by the Social Support for Resilient Livelihoods Project (SSRLP).

Climate Justice Advocates commend operationalization of Loss and Damage Fund at COP28

Malawi's climate justice advocates are lauding a significant stride forward in addressing the repercussions of climate change on the world's most vulnerable nations following the operationalization of Loss and Damage Fund at COP28.

Baka City FC earns promotion to Super League

Karonga district will now have two football teams in the elite TNM Super League following the promotion of Baka City FC – The Clever Boys - to the elite league.