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Standard Bank launches Kwacha Point agency banking service

April 20, 2026

* Designed to deliver ubiquitous banking solutions to every corner of Malawi and drive financial inclusion by expanding access to Malawians of all walks of life * And in particular the under-served and rural communities through trusted local agents By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi Stock Exchange-listed Standard Bank Plc has launched the Kwacha Point, the bank’s mass market agency banking solution, designed to deliver ubiquitous banking solutions to every corner of Malawi and drive financial inclusion by expanding access to…

ESCOM assures of its dedication to reducing power outage frequency and duration

April 20, 2026

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* Through urgent operational improvements and sustained infrastructure investment * We acknowledge the significant impact current power outages are having on households, businesses and the national economy * We recognise that the current situation is critical and we are addressing these challenges with the urgency that they deserve By Duncan Mlanjira Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) acknowledges that the significant and frequent power outages being faced across the country, are having an impact on households, businesses and the…

Mbilizi calls for agricultural produce value addition as 2026 tobacco market season opens

April 20, 2026

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* Tobacco continues to play a central role in the country’s socio-economic development, with farmers remaining the backbone of the industry * Despite efforts to diversify the economy, tobacco still contributes significantly to Malawi’s foreign exchange reserves * As Tobacco Commission advises growers to advance their crop grading to attract good prices that will help them defray this year’s high cost of production * Improved grading will also help Malawi outcompete other tobacco growing countries, making the country’s tobacco…

USA’s comparison point to China’s commercial cargo drone system is Natilus still in development stage

April 20, 2026

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* The N3.8T blended-wing cargo drone being built by San Diego company has a target payload of 8,500 pounds and a range around 1,035 miles * China’s HH-200 payload is 3,307 pounds and maximum range is 1,466 miles and top cruise speed of 193 mph * China has built uncrewed aviation capacity across the civil and commercial stack while US policy attention sits almost entirely on the defense and counter-drone side Maravi Express The USA’s comparison point to China’s…

Lilongwe City Mayor accepts FAM’s apology while demanding full transparency report

April 20, 2026

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His Worship the Mayor, Councillor Rex Banda * He has formally invited the FAM leadership to an audience at Lilongwe City Council to discuss the report, ensure that corrective actions are clearly defined * And to rebuild a working relationship based on mutual respect, emphasising that football is too important for the country’s youth to be derailed by protocol failures By Khumbo Msambala Salanje, MANA Lilongwe City Mayor, Councillor Alex Peter Banda, who was disrespected by being physically pushed…

Karonga’s coal mining company CMG penalised K14.5 million by MEPA for six environmental violations

April 20, 2026

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* Water pollution and uncontrolled discharge of effluent, absence of a waste management plan, failure to have an environmental and social management Plan * Operating a loading bay without approval, poor site design and engineering controls, and absence of safety and emergency systems By George Mponda, MANA Karonga-based Coal and Minerals Group (CMG), which was discovered blatantly discharging untreated coal waste into Kasantha and Changwina rivers, has been imposed with a total of K14.5 million as administrative penalties by…

FAM apologises to Lilongwe City Mayor for being disrespected by security at NBS Bank Charity Shield 2026 trophy presentation

April 19, 2026

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The Mayor captured after the embarrassment * While the ceremony was conducted in good faith and in celebration of the occasion, we acknowledge that the outcome fell short of the standards expected and may have cause unintended discomfort. For this, we are truly sorry * As NBS Bank distances itself from the incident maintaining that its role in the Charity Shield is that of a sponsor and every delivery, including programme coordination, protocol arrangements and security management, is undertaken…

China builds first commercial unmanned cargo aircraft system

April 19, 2026

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* The HH-200 successfully completed its maiden flight last Wednesday with all aircraft systems functioning normally and the drone completed all planned maneuvers * It is 12.2m long and 16.8m wide, and is able to carry payloads of up to 1.5 metric tons with its twin-engine model designed with a maximum cruising speed of 310 kilometers per hour and a top range of 2,360km Maravi Express People’s Republic of China’s leading aircraft manufacturer, Aviation Industry Corp (AVIC), has built…

Mighty Wanderers finally clinches NBS Bank Charity Shield after four attempts

April 19, 2026

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* Beating archrivals and seven-times champions, Nyasa Big Bullets, who denied them the title three times in 2016, 2019 and 2023 * This win has motivated us and I believe we can do great things this season—assistant coach McDonald Mtetemera * However, FAM tarnishes the charity event by disrespecting Lilongwe City Mayor Councillor Peter Banda during trophy presentation * Ordered to issue formal apology, a detailed report on the incident within 48 hours, and disciplinary action against those involved…

President Mutharika welcomes Standard Bank’s commitment to expand investments across Malawi’s key economic sectors

April 18, 2026

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* Lauds the Bank’s plans to expand investments into critical sectors of rail infrastructure, road maintenance and mining * Pins his faith on the bank as the right partner regarding rail development plans, which played a key role in the rehabilitation of the Nacala railway corridor * Including the 77km dreaded stretch that had been damaged during the Mozambican civil war, whose rehabilitation has spurred efficiencies in transportation of coal and other goods between Moatize in Tete, Malawi and…