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Airtel Africa Plc saves 9.1 million litres of diesel in its commitment to responsible business growth

July 6, 2026

* This was achieved by reducing reliance on diesel and increasing use of lower-carbon energy sources * Including the conversion of 390 infrastructure sites to on-grid power during the year — thus improving efficiency and reducing emissions By Duncan Mlanjira Airtel Africa reports that it has saved 9.1 million litres of diesel during its just ended 2025/2026 financial year, as part of efforts to drive responsible growth by minimising the environmental impact of its operations. In a statement, the…

CAMA faults MACRA on tariff increase on internet bundle by TNM and Airtel

July 5, 2026

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* The Communication Act, 2016 protects consumers from introducing tariff increases without providing justification * And giving consumers a period of not less than seven days before effecting any tariff adjustments * These new tariff adjustments are also being introduced at a time when consumers are experiencing poor quality service from the two mobile network operators * And at a time when Government has just introduced a lot of taxes on mobile money transactions—writes CAMA to MACRA Director General…

‘Young Malawian Chevening Scholars are the bedrock of our country’s future’—Malawi High Commissioner to UK Dr. Thomas Bisika

July 3, 2026

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* As he welcomes the Malawian Chevening Scholars 2026 cohort represented by Alpha Kishindo, Alfred Gadama, Mirriam Francesca Nkosi, Slyviah Chisi, Dr. Issac Yiwombe and Evans Kagwira * The knowledge they acquire through prestigious programmes like Chevening Scholarships is an investment in Malawi’s growth * Malawi is immensely proud of its international scholars and we look forward to seeing the incredible impact these scholars will have, both during their studies and upon their return home By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi…

‘Skilled artisans will play an increasingly important role in Malawi’s economic development as the country pursues the aspirations of MW2063 vision’—MRF-UK and Issa Foundation

July 3, 2026

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* At the graduation of 79 students highly trained in various artisan skills at Maone Technical College in Chiradzulu with sponsorship from Malawi Relief Fund (MRF)-UK and Issa Foundation * Artificial intelligence (AI) can design a building, but it cannot lay bricks, install plumbing systems, construct roofs or produce quality carpentry with the precision, judgement and craftsmanship of a skilled artisan * Technology will continue to evolve, but there will always be a need for people with practical skills…

‘Business sector deserves better banking’—NBS Bank as it launches Business Banking

July 2, 2026

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Chief Wholesale Banking Officer, Alfred Nhlema * Rebranding from SME Banking in taking cognizance that every generation of business reaches a point where the old way simply stops working * Today is that moment — because the businesses building Malawi today are not the businesses of 20 years ago—Chief Wholesale Banking Officer, Alfred Nhlema By Duncan Mlanjira NBS Bank Plc has rebrand SME Banking to ‘Business Banking’ under the theme; ‘Business deserves better banking’ — taking cognizance that “every…

Financial institutions taking huge role in supporting Malawi’s major road rehabilitation projects

July 2, 2026

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* As Minister of Transport & Public Works officially launches the rehabilitation of Lot 1 of Golomoti-Monkey Bay Road corridor financed by FDH Bank at K100 billion credit facility * National Bank to finance the corridor’s Lot 2 rehabilitation, a project that Government describes that it represents another milestone in its agenda to build a modern, resilient and integrated transport network * That supports tourism, trade, investment and inclusive socio-economic development * Standard Bank played a role as lead…

MEC describes Auditor General’s report leaked to the media as an incomplete audit process presented as though it were a final audit report

July 1, 2026

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* Hopeful that the National Audit Office, a highly trusted institution, shall undertake the necessary investigation to establish the legitimacy of the allegedly leaked audit report * Which would, for all intents and purposes, be a confidential document until officially published for public record By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has described an audit report purportedly originating from the Office of Auditor General as an incomplete audit process that “has been presented to the public as though it…

Ecobank Malawi signs Green Financing partnership with Sky Energy Africa to enable academic institutions to access financing for renewable energy solutions

July 1, 2026

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* As it also launches Banking4Education Value Proposition, a dedicated banking proposition that provides tailored financial, digital banking, payment and financing solutions for schools and businesses operating within the education sector * Education is one of the most important investments any nation can make, and educational institutions deserve financial solutions that recognise their unique needs and ambitions By Duncan Mlanjira On the official launch of Banking4Education-programme-Ecobank-Malawi has also signed a Green Financing partnership with Sky Energy Africa to enable…

598 customers rewarded with various prizes in first monthly draw of Kwakoma ndi ku NBS Bank promotion including K1m each in 26 branches across the country

July 1, 2026

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* Promotion was launched on June 1 to run up to December 22, 2026, whose prizes include solar lamps, JBL Bluetooth speakers, branded wrappers (zitenje) and the grand prize of an electric vehicle pick-up truck * To qualify, customers are required to save a minimum of K250,000 every month into their NBS Bank account and maintain active account usage through transactions across the bank’s channels and platforms By Duncan Mlanjira In the first of its monthly draws of ‘Kwakoma…

Women farmers encouraged to join agricutural commercialisation cooperatives

June 30, 2026

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Amadoda Cooperative boosted with a tractor. In the middle is one of its women leaders, Jane Banda * Alone, it is difficult to access resources and markets, but together, we have a stronger voice and better opportunities * Cooperatives empower farmers to improve their livelihoods and build resilient communities * I believe in the power of collective action, especially for women farmers who often face barriers in accessing resources and good markets By Denis Mzembe, contributor Women farmers have…