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LWB launches bottling unit to boost revenue

September 4, 2025

* Parastatals can be a money making machine, just as we have seen, LWB has used its own money, not borrowed money from government or handouts from government or a loan from outside the country or organisations * But the money water board is receiving from its water users, and therefore investing it to generate more money and grow Maravi Express Secretary to the Vice-President & Public Sector Reforms, Charles Kalemba, has commended the Lilongwe Water Board (LWB) for…

NRB launches 2025-2030 strategic plan

September 4, 2025

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* To help NRB to improve identity registration and achieve universal and inclusive legal identity thereby having national ID’s accessible to everyone * Some of the costs to access the national ID have been waived as NRB is rolling out services to be closer to people especially in the rural communities By Lesnat Kenan, MANA The National Registration Bureau (NRB) has launched 2025-2030 strategic plan aiming at building inclusive, secure and accessible national identity (ID) system. Speaking during the…

National Food Reserve Agency raises maize buying prices to support farmers and strengthen food security

September 4, 2025

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* Now to be buying maize at K1,280 per kilogram in open and mobile markets, while mega farmers will receive K1,300 per kilogram, up from the previous K1,100 * This decision reflects our commitment to reward farmers fairly, encourage them to sell their maize, and ensure sustainable food supply for all Malawians By Arthur Kaludzu, MANA The National Food Reserve Agency (NFRA) has announced an upward adjustment of maize buying prices in a move aimed at supporting farmers, curbing…

Newly-commissioned Mwanza stadium after late legislator Joyce Chitsulo by President Chakwera

September 4, 2025

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* Described late Chitsulo as a development conscious leader who prioritised development over partisan politics * Her daughter, Maureen Chitsulo is aspiring candidate as MP for Mwanza West representing Malawi Congress Party (MCP) By Evans Chisiano & Brian Wasili, MANA President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera has named the newly-constructed stadium in Mwanza as Joyce Chitsulo Stadium in honour of late legislator, who until her death was Mwanza West Member of Parliament (MP) as well as Deputy Minister of Local Government,…

Kulamba: an event beyond cultural gathering

September 4, 2025

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* The 2025 ceremony, held at the usual Mkaika Village in Katete District, attracted thousands of patrons, including Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema and Malawi’s leader Lazarus Chakwera who is, himself, a Chewa from Lilongwe * Chakwera praised the event as a powerful symbol of unity among the Chewa from the three countries Feature by Wanangwa Tembo, MANA The Kulamba Traditional Ceremony of the Chewa, which is held at the tribe’s Paramount Chief Kalonga Gawa Undi’s headquarters in Zambia, is…

MCP presidential running mate Vitumbiko Mumba assures Malawians of cement availability

September 4, 2025

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* After the discovery of trade saboteur, Agrocom Ltd, which was found hoarding 10,000 bags of cement imported from Zambia By Chifundo Kowedza & Chifundo Kowedza, MANA President Lazarus Chakwera’s running mate in the September 26 polls, Vitumbiko Mumba has assured Malawians that cement will now be available in many selling points across the country. Mumba made the assurance in Blantyre City’s Soche Zingwangwa Constituency and at Kapeni Primary School, Chichiri Misesa Constituency, and later when he addressed people…

Mzimba Police bust illegal fuel warehouses; impound 600 litres of fuel

September 4, 2025

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* There has been erratic fuel supply in Mzimba owing to such illegal dealings by unscrupulous traders * Whenever fuel is supplied in fuel stations, it quickly runs out due to hoarding. As police, we launched investigations which led to this discovery By Joel Phiri, MANA Police in Mzimba have busted an illegal fuel trading syndicate and impounded 600 litres of fuel that was being stored in various warehouses. Mzimba Police Station’s public relations officer, Sub-Inspector Maria Banda said…

NBM Women’s Premiership resumes for Week 5 with 4th-placed Mighty Wanderers Queens hosting leaders Silver Strikers Ladies

September 4, 2025

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* Silver Strikers Ladies lead in the goal scoring chart with 11 goals, with six from one games when they thrashed Topik Academy 5-1 in Week 4 * Silver’s Deborah Henry and Ascent Soccer’s Leticia Chinyamula are neck to neck in the race for the Golden Boot at 5 goals apiece By Duncan Mlanjira After a break to pave way for Malawi Scorchers’ two international friendly matches against Lesotho, the National Bank of Malawi (NBM) Women’s Premiership resumes this…

Standard Bank takes a cautious approach to mitigate economic headwinds

September 4, 2025

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* Focuses on long-term resilience as its risk management strategy prioritises business continuity and capital adequacy * Looking ahead, we remain committed to ensuring that the Bank is well capitalised and able to withstand shocks * Our half-year results demonstrate a focus on financial discipline, effective risk management, and operational efficiency, laying a strong foundation for sustainable growth beyond short-term gains By Duncan Mlanjira Due to ongoing volatility in the operating business environment, Standard Bank Plc has adopted a risk…

ADMARC to import 200,000 tons of maize to stabilise supply during lean period

September 3, 2025

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* Recent increases in maize prices had placed a heavy burden on families, particularly in rural and low-income urban areas * By importing maize, ADMARC aims to stabilise prices and ensure that every Malawian can afford this vital food item at a fair and reasonable price By Sheminah Nkhoma, MANA Agricultural Development & Marketing Corporation (ADMARC) has announced plans to import 200,000 metric tons of maize to maintain steady supply during the lean season and ease pressure on households….