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Malawi says President Mutharika still in South Africa, rejects India reports
Malawis government has denied reports that President Peter Mutharika has travelled to India for medical treatment, saying he remains in South Africa on a private visit. Chief Secretary Justin Saidi dismissed the claims, which have circulated on social media, as false. He urged Malawians to rely on verified sources rather than spread unconfirmed information. Mutharika, The post Malawi says President Mutharika still in South Africa, rejects India reports appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.
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Universal Industries backs Nyika Media Club Mother's Day charity drive
Universal Industries Limited has donated food and beverage products worth K850,000 to support Nyika Media Clubs (NMC) annual Mothers Day charity event, which will be held at Bolero Rural Hospital in Rumphi District on Thursday. The donation comes as members of the media organisation, which brings together journalists from across Malawis Northern Region, prepare to The post Universal Industries backs Nyika Media Club Mother's Day charity drive appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.
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TNM boosts sports journalism with K10m SWAM sponsorship
Telecommunications company TNM has injected K10 million into the Sports Writers Association of Malawi (SWAM), backing the organisations annual general meeting as it seeks to strengthen sports journalism and contribute to the growth of sport in the country. The sponsorship will support SWAMs AGM, scheduled to take place in Salima from 13 to 15 November The post TNM boosts sports journalism with K10m SWAM sponsorship appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.
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Malawi extends tobacco registration drive ahead of new season
Malawis tobacco regulator has urged growers to begin preparations early for the 2026/27 season, warning that timely field management and adherence to recommended farming practices will be crucial to producing leaf capable of attracting stronger prices on international markets. Speaking during an inspection of the ongoing field licensing and Know Your Grower (KYG) registration exercise The post Malawi extends tobacco registration drive ahead of new season appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.
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Minister Ben Phiri warns officials sabotaging development
Corrupt public officials accused of frustrating Malawis development will face arrest and dismissal, Local Government Minister Ben Malunga Phiri has warned. In a blunt message delivered during the launch of the 2026-2036 National Decentralisation Strategy in Mchinji on Tuesday, Phiri said the government would no longer tolerate individuals undermining service delivery and national progress. The The post Minister Ben Phiri warns officials sabotaging development appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.
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Chipungu launches five-year plan to improve land administration and housing
Minister says digital reforms, stronger land governance and planned urban growth will be central to Malawis development ambitions under new strategy The Government has unveiled an ambitious five-year strategy aimed at overhauling land administration, expanding access to affordable housing and managing the pressures of rapid urbanisation as Malawi pursues its long-term development goals. Launching the The post Chipungu launches five-year plan to improve land administration and housing appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.
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'Political witch hunt': Mtambo, Trapence and Sembereka rush to court to block arrest warrants
Three former leaders of Malawis Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) have launched a dramatic court move to stop their arrest, claiming police are pursuing them over a case that was thrown out more than six years ago. Former HRDC chairperson Timothy Mtambo, alongside activists Gift Trapence and McDonald Sembereka, has asked the Chief Resident Magistrates The post 'Political witch hunt': Mtambo, Trapence and Sembereka rush to court to block arrest warrants appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.
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Mumba's new mission: Bury MCP and build a new future
Engineer Vitumbiko Mumba has launched his fiercest attack yet on the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), declaring the former ruling party cannot return to power while positioning himself for what many observers see as a new political chapter. The founder of the People Over Politics Foundation dismissed criticism from MCP loyalists who have called on him The post Mumba's new mission: Bury MCP and build a new future appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.
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NBM says Scorchers are 'our ray of hope' ahead of Harare return leg
National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has expressed satisfaction with the Malawi National Women Football Team's promising start to the Los Angeles Olympic qualifiers, saying the team's first-leg victory over Zimbabwe has boosted morale ahead of the return match in Harare on Tuesday. The Scorchers beat Zimbabwe's Mighty Warriors 2-0 at Bingu National Stadium (BNS) The post NBM says Scorchers are 'our ray of hope' ahead of Harare return leg appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.
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Drug theft scandal? Parliament launches probe as hospital medicine stocks crash to just 18%
A shocking probe has been launched amid claims that life-saving medicines are being stolen from Malawis public hospitals while patients are left facing empty shelves and desperate shortages. Parliaments Health Committee says it has uncovered evidence suggesting drugs meant for sick and vulnerable patients are disappearing from government hospitals, triggering a high-level investigation into who The post Drug theft scandal? Parliament launches probe as hospital medicine stocks crash to just 18% appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.
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NICO netball cup aims to develop future Malawi stars
NICO Holdings says its flagship One NICO Top 12 Netball Cup is on a mission to unearth Malawi's next generation of stars, with hopes of discovering future talents. The financial services giant says the competition is doing more than handing out prize money. It is being used to empower young girls, nurture grassroots talent and The post NICO netball cup aims to develop future Malawi stars appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.
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Catholic Commission backs Mutharika's first year but flags economic pain
President Arthur Peter Mutharika has been handed a positive report card for his first year in office, with the Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) awarding his administration 3.75 out of six points while highlighting both key achievements and persistent economic challenges. According to reports carried by the Malawi News Agency (Mana) and government The post Catholic Commission backs Mutharika's first year but flags economic pain appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.
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Mumba's new mission: Bury MCP and build a future with Ansah
Engineer Vitumbiko Mumba has launched his fiercest attack yet on the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), declaring the former ruling party cannot return to power while positioning himself for what many observers see as a new political chapter alongside Vice President Jane Ansah. The founder of the People Over Politics Foundation dismissed criticism from MCP loyalists The post Mumba's new mission: Bury MCP and build a future with Ansah appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.
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Chakwera heads to Ghana as church ties return to spotlight
Former Malawi president Lazarus Chakwera has departed for Ghana where he is set to attend the 10th World Assemblies of God Congress (WAGC 2026) in Accra, which gets under way on 14 October. According to a statement issued by his spokesperson, Counsel Gift Nankhuni, the former head of state will participate in a series of The post Chakwera heads to Ghana as church ties return to spotlight appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.
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Brain Magoya appointed chair of higher education funding board
The Government has handed Brain Magoya a key role at the centre of Malawis higher education funding system after appointing him as the new Chairperson of the Higher Education Students Loans and Grants Board (HESLGB). In an official appointment letter issued on 8 October 2026, Deputy Chief Secretary and Comptroller of Statutory Corporations Christopher S. The post Brain Magoya appointed chair of higher education funding board appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.
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RFA plans tollgates on all new roads in Malawi
The Roads Fund Administration (RFA) has unveiled ambitious plans to roll out tollgates on all Roads Authority roads currently under construction, saying the move is critical to raising the money needed to keep Malawis road network in good condition. RFA Public Relations Manager Masauko Ngwaluko said tollgates have already proved to be a game changer The post RFA plans tollgates on all new roads in Malawi appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.
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