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NGO cites lack of inclusion, as Malawi mining sector fails locals
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;">Executive Director for the Foundation for Community Support Services (FOCUS) Kossam Munthari has called for increased investment and effective implementation of mining reforms to ensure greater benefits for Malawians.</p> <p class="MsoNormal" s...
National Bank Calls for Private Sector Role in Disaster Response
National Bank of Malawi has underscored the need for the private sector to partner with the government in times of disaster. Chief Risk Officer for the bank, Charles Ulaya, said when disasters occur, the government becomes overwhelmed, making it difficult to assist affected individuals on its ...
MHEN calls for sustained financing towards sanitation and hygiene
On Tuesday, Malawi Government launched implementation plan for Executive Order No. 2 of 2026 on sanitation and hygiene. According to Malawi government this is a landmark directive aimed at strengthening public health standards across the country. Among others, the order mandates that all ...
Stakeholders Urge Flood Survivors in Nkhotakota to Relocate as Relief Support Reaches 200 Households
Board Member for YISSAH Foundation, Dellings Sadick Phiri, has called for a collaborative approach in supporting and engaging in development activities, emphasizing that such responsibilities should not rest solely on the government. Phiri made the remarks when the organization recently donate...
Nkhotakota Concerned Citizens Petition Council Over Land and Water Issues
A grouping of concerned citizens calling itself Nkhotakota First and Concerned Citizens has criticized officials in the government departments responsible for lands and water, accusing them of failing to perform their duties in the interest of people in Nkhotakota district. The grouping made t...
Fuel Price Hike Sparks Concern Among Minibus Owners: A Local Reality of Global Power Plays
In March 2026, Malawians woke up to a sharp increase in fuel prices announced by the Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA). Petrol rose from K3,499 to K4,965, a 41.9% jump, while diesel climbed from K3,500 to K4,945, representing a 41.3% increase. The hike was justified by MERA as a response ...
MHEN calls for expansion of dialysis centre’s to improve access to kidney treatment
The Malawi Health Equity Network (MHEN) has called on government to gradually expand dialysis centers to more districts across the country in order to improve access to life-saving treatment for patients with kidney disease. MHEN says the expansion should prioritize underserved areas such as t...
MHRC reaffirms commitment to women’s rights
The Malawi Human Rights Commission (MHRC) has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting and promoting women’s rights as fundamental human rights, free from discrimination, violence, and exclusion. The remarks come as the world commemorates International Women’s Day under the theme “Give to Gain,...
MUB grins at tax-removal on disability assistive devices
The Malawi Union of the Blind (MUB) has commended government’s decision on zero-rate taxes on adapted motor vehicles, prosthetic limbs, hearing aids, and other assistive equipment. The union says the move will remove longstanding financial barriers that have prevented many persons with disabi...
Youth participation in forthcoming by-election excites advocates
The Young Politicians Union says the growing representation of young people in the forthcoming by-elections is a positive sign for the country’s democracy. Executive Director of the Young Politicians Union, Clement Makuwa, says the development shows that young people have realised they are age...
Mpinganjira Dismisses Criticism of President Mutharika’s SONA
The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Director of Legal Affairs, who is also Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Chipiliro Mpinganjira, has dismissed criticism that President Arthur Peter Mutharika’s State of the Nation Address (SONA) lacked strategies to address the country’s challenges, desc...
MP pushes for new infrastructure at Kasungu Secondary School
The Member of Parliament for Kasungu Municipality Constituency, Noel Mkubwi, has expressed concern over poor infrastructure standards at Kasungu Secondary School, saying the situation requires urgent attention. Mkubwi made the remarks on Wednesday during a visit to the school, where Deputy Min...
Retired public servants demand increased pension allocation to clear arrears
Retired public servants under the Public Pensioners Forum (PPF) have pleaded with the government, through the Ministry of Finance, to consider increasing the allocation of pension funds to clear outstanding gratuity arrears for pensioners in the country. Dyson Mutipe, the Forum’s Chairperson, ...
Government stands firm on raw minerals export ban
The government, through the Ministry of Energy and Mining, has reiterated its stand on the temporary ban on exporting raw mineral resources as a way to ensure local value addition. Minister of Energy and Mining Jean Mathanga made the remarks on Thursday during a familiarization tour at Shayona...
Tree Planting Not Enough in Addressing Climate Change; Experts Warns.
Civil society actors and environmental experts have warned that Malawi’s current climate responses remain inadequate to match the severity of floods and droughts affecting communities, despite annual tree-planting exercises and the existence of environmental policies. The Civil Society Network...
Fuel Price Hike Sparks Concern Among Minibus Owners.
The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) has announced an upward adjustment in fuel prices, effective Tuesday this week. In a statement signed by its Board Chairperson, Lucas Kondowe, MERA said the petrol pump price has increased from K3,499 to K4,965, representing a 41.90 percent rise, w...
Government to strengthen youth opportunities through innovation fund
The Minister of Finance, Economic Planning and Development, Joseph Mwanamvekha, has pledged to support young people through the National Youth Innovation Fund, aimed at empowering youths to achieve self-sustainability. Mwanamvekha made the remarks on Monday at the Bingu International Conventio...
Finance Ministry Asked to Address Key Challenges Facing Young People
The Concerned Youth Organisation (CYO) in Mchinji District has called on the Ministry of Finance to review key policy issues that can help improve the future livelihoods of young people in the country. CYO Project Officer Aubrey Chidziwitsano made the remarks as the Minister of Finance, Joseph...
Green Skills Training Key to Environmental Protection
Youth Forum for National Transformation (YOFONAT) has emphasized that training young people in green skills is key to protecting the environment and promoting sustainable development. Executive Director for YOFONAT Chifundo Robert said equipping youth with skills in areas such as renewable ene...
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