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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.

Ombudsman nullifies ACB DG recruitment; Taulo, Chilomba disqualified

The Ombudsman nullifies the ACB DG recruitment process, citing procedural irregularities. Taulo and Chilomba disqualified for failing to meet legal requirements

PAC Warns Malawian Government of Waning Public Trust

During an interface meeting with State President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera at Kamuzu Palace on Monday, PAC Chairperson Monsignor Dr. Patrick Thawale warned that inaction could result in political instability and potentially harm the President’s chances in the 2025 elections.

Singo extends Bullets stay with new 3-year deal

Mponda raves about Singo's impact, emphasizes strategic value of long-term deal as Bullets aim for continued success

NBM discontinues pre-approved forex limits

Economics expert Kingsley Jasi says the move will impact individuals and businesses as the country grapples with forex scarcity

Man nabbed for illegal possession of medical equipment  in Mchinji

Shepherd Banda, 25, who was found with oxygen tubes, laboratory containers, laboratory medicine, and syringes from his home in Kholoni Village failed to account for the medical equipment, remains in custody as investigations continue.

Cabinet reshuffle: Experts question impact amid economic & political crisis

The reshuffle, seen by many as politically strategic, has failed to inspire confidence in its capacity to address Malawi’s urgent issues. With the cabinet’s size expanded and questions about ministerial competencies, the reshuffle has added to public dissatisfaction over governance and fiscal responsibility.