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Chief Research Scientist Dr. Nicholas Mphangwe advises tea farmers to adopt improved varieties to withstand climate shocks
June 20, 2026
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* Climate change has become one of the major threats to tea production, affecting both yields and the quality of tea * Years of research have resulted in the development of improved tea varieties capable of withstanding harsh weather conditions as well as disease and pest pressures By Mazunzo Pichesi, Malawi News Agency (MANA) Tea farmers in Malawi have been advised to adopt improved tea varieties that are resilient to climate change, diseases and pests in order to enhance…

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CFTC discovers 14 shops selling 649 expired products
June 19, 2026
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* Expired drinks made up the largest portion of the inventory, including 153 bottles of fruit juice, 16 bottles of energy drinks, 10 bottles of tonic water, and various soft drinks * Urges consumers to remain vigilant by inspecting packaging expiry dates and product certification marks, and thus report any traders found violating fair trading laws By Duncan Mlanjira The Competition & Fair Trading Commission (CFTC) is urging consumers to remain vigilant by inspecting packaging expiry dates and product…

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The people beneath Malawi’s minerals rush
June 18, 2026
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In April 2026 the Coal and Minerals Group (CMG) was fined about US$8,300 in administrative penalties for six environmental violations at their Kasantha mine. Pictured here is the mine’s loading bay in May 2026. (Picture credit: Alick Chimzere) * Malawi’s emerging mining industry pits economic promise against environmental, cultural concerns * Along with the opening of a mine came big promises, but residents said they have little to show except coal dust and polluted rivers By Mbauwo Chavula, Oxpeckers…

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Turning the National Recovery Plan into a National Growth Agenda
June 18, 2026
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Phillip Madinga, Standard Bank Chief Executive and Bankers Association of Malawi president * The National Economic Recovery Plan (NERP) workshop moved beyond policy, acknowledging the challenges and committing to decisive recovery * What emerged clearly is that Malawi does not suffer from a shortage of ideas. Our greatest challenge and opportunity lie in execution By Phillip Madinga, National Planning Commission Board Commissioner  Malawi stands at an inflection point. At Standard Bank, we believe that growth starts with honest conversations….

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Infinity Media Group expresses its appreciation for Mangochi Police Station’s dedication in executing security duties
June 17, 2026
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* Mangochi is one of the busiest and fastest-growing districts, and we have witnessed how hard the police here work to maintain law and order * As the company donates reflective vests to improve working conditions and enhance service delivery to the public Maravi Express Infinity Media Group expresses its appreciation for Mangochi Police Station’s dedication in executing security duties by donating reflective vests to improve working conditions and enhance service delivery to the public. According to Mangochi Police…

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Ecobank Malawi relaunches ‘Ellevate’ business programme in partnership with UN Women
June 17, 2026
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* To advance women’s economic empowerment, financial inclusion and business growth * Today’s relaunch represents an important milestone in our journey to support women with more than just banking solutions By Duncan Mlanjira Ecobank Malawi has relaunched its award-winning ‘Ellevate’ business programme by signing a strategic partnership with United Nations (UN) Women to advance women’s economic empowerment, financial inclusion and business growth. The partnership’s memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed in Lilongwe at Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) graced…

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Standard Bank, UN Women renew partnership to empower 20,000 women
June 16, 2026
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* Targets women in entrepreneurship, cross border trade, agriculture cooperatives, micro and medium businesses and village savings and loan associations * To facilitate financial inclusion, enterprise development, digital and fintech literacy, networking and training through Phuka By Duncan Mlanjira Standard Bank Plc has renewed its partnership with the United Nations (UN) Women to help over 20,000 women gain access to capital and technical skills needed to boost their businesses. At the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in…

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New MACRA Board tours Airtel Malawi to strengthen collaboration
June 16, 2026
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* Commended Airtel Malawi for its continued investment in network infrastructure, digital services, and customer‑centric innovations that are helping to bridge the digital divide By Duncan Mlanjira Airtel Malawi Plc today hosted newly-appointed Board of the Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) at its Head Office in Lilongwe as part of the regulator’s ongoing familiarisation programme with licensed telecommunications operators. The tour provided an opportunity for the new Board to gain deeper insight into Airtel Malawi’s operations, achievements, challenges, strategic…

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Airtel Malawi staff give the Gift of Life: Commemorating over a decade of blood donation
June 15, 2026
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* This year’s drive saw 83 units of blood collected, directly supporting the country’s growing need for safe blood * The blood drive has become a cornerstone of Airtel Malawi’s community impact efforts, driven by the commitment of its employees, whose continued effort is making a meaningful difference for patients nationwide * As the leading mobile phone and money service provider urges other organisations and individuals to join the cause as every donation and every pint has the power…

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NBS Bank challenges employees to embrace management skills 
June 15, 2026
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NBS Bank’s Chief Operating Officer, Shadrick Chikusilo * As it launches the second cohort of Stellenbosch Management Development Training Programme which is aimed at equipping its employees with managerial finance and career development skills * The introduction of the programme, which covers a period of six months is great milestone as it is part of investment which seeks to build reliable leaders who can make the bank to continue growing By Victor Singano Jnr. & Duncan Mlanjira One of…

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