A call for transparency and timely release of Malawi’s key economic data by Reserve Bank of Malawi

* The publication serves as a cornerstone for analysts, advisory firms, policymakers and investors in understanding Malawi’s evolving economic landscape — Don Consultancy Group Chief Economist, Chifipa Mhango By Duncan Mlanjira South Africa’s Don Consultancy Group (DCG) Chief Economist and Executive Director of Economic Research & Strategy, Chifipa Mhango, has called on the Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) to continuously and timely release Malawi’s key economic data, — emphasising that such a publication serves as a cornerstone for analysts,…

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Airtel Africa Foundation joins support for Malawi’s digital ecosystem innovation by sponsoring K80 million towards MACRA ICT Innovation Awards

*  We believe innovation is not just about technology, it is about people—Airtel Malawi Managing Director, Aashish Dutt * It is about unlocking human potential, nurturing talent, and creating opportunities that transform lives By Duncan Mlanjira Airtel Africa Foundation, through Airtel Malawi has joined the support for Malawi’s digital ecosystem innovation by sponsoring K80 million towards Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) National ICT Innovation Awards. Airtel Africa Foundation maintains that the support reaffirms its commitment to advancing and nurturing…

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New ESCOM CEO Eng. Kaipa hits ground running

* Issues moratorium on all outstanding and unimplemented functional review recommendations * No further role changes, redeployments, or grading adjustments are to be effected * Identify employees whose redeployment or demotion has resulted in loss of critical skills or operational inefficiencies * Reinstate such employees to their previous substantive roles and grades, where justified By Duncan Mlanjira Newly-appointed Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Eng. William Kaipa has hit the ground running by issuing directives…

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Standard Bank launches Kwacha Point agency banking service

* 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…

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

* 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…

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

* 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…

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

* 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…

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

* 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…

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China builds first commercial unmanned cargo aircraft system

* 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…

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

* 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…

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