Uncovered: Locally-made aluminum pots are manufactured from ESCOM conductors

* ESCOM security department. in collaboration with Chileka Police, uncovers an illegal aluminum pot manufacturing factory in Lunzu, Blantyre * The operation recovered several aluminum conductors at the site, which are believed to have been stolen from ESCOM’s distribution network By Duncan Mlanjira The locally made aluminium pots, which are being sold by market and street vendors across the country, have been discovered to be manufactured using vandalised Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) equipment. This has been reported…

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British High Commissioner engages with Judiciary, MDF, UNIMA to enhance the value of strong partnerships

* The UK remains committed to supporting strong accountable institutions in Malawi By Duncan Mlanjira The British High Commissioner to Malawi, Leigh Stubblefield has carried out some engagements with the Judiciary, the Malawi Defence Force (MDF) and academics from the University of Malawi (UNIMA). The High Commission’s official Facebook account, UK in Malawi, reports that today, she met the Chief Justice Rizine Mzikamanda to discuss shared priorities, including the importance of judicial independence, the rule of law, and access…

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‘The biggest determinant of long-term MSE performance will be Malawi’s broader economic trajectory’

Nelson Mkwende * If Malawi can improve forex availability, stabilise inflation, increase export earnings, and strengthen fiscal discipline * Which can attract new listings, through which the MSE could enter another major growth cycle after its most remarkable stock market performances in Africa in 2025 * Maintains Nelson Mkwende, a seasoned stockbrocking and financial analysis expert, who is duly registered with the Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) as an investment advisor By Duncan Mlanjira In his exclusive analysis of…

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High Court grants MCP injunction stopping execution of President Mutharika’s Executive Order for MEC to relocate to Blantyre

* The claimants are required to file their ‘originating motion for Judicial Review and Constitutional Review’ within 14 days from June 5 * Whose proceedings be referred to the Chief Justice pursuant to Section 9(2) of the Courts Act, Cap 3:01 of the Laws of Malawi * For certification as a matter that relates to interpretation and application of the Constitution By Duncan Mlanjira The High Court has granted an injunction to Malawi Congress Party (MCP) and its legislators,…

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Public infrastructure ownership at its best as Zomba communities stand guard against vandalism of ESCOM equipment

* A joint patrol team comprising Police officers and community members intercepted a group of vandals in mid-operation at Nazinomwe Village * The vandals had already disconnected high-voltage fuses of the area’s transformer and fled after the community patrol approached By Duncan Mlanjira A group of vandals were intercepted in mid-operation of vandalising a transformer for Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) by a volunteer community-led security patrol at Nazinomwe Village in Zomba, which was carried out joint with…

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In an era of increasing environmental pressure, Mpatamanga Wildlife Ranch may be one of the most important conservation lessons of all

* One remarkable conservation story from Neno District that highlights the impact that a single determined individual can have on protecting the natural environment * As Malawi joins the rest of the global village in commemorating the World Environment Day under the theme; ‘Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future’ * Highlighting acceleration of ecosystem restoration, utilising AI for climate adaptation & resilient urban design, and scaling up renewable energy By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi joins the rest of…

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‘The President’s directive for MEC to relocate to Blantyre does not impede on its constitutional mandate’

* It simply addresses where the institution should be housed and the utilisation of public assets * It does not instruct MEC on how to register voters, conduct elections, count votes, or announce results * MEC’s independence resides in its mandate, not in its postcode. Changing an office address is administrative By Duncan Mlanjira The case of Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) in which it is challenging the constitutionality and legality of the Presidential Executive Order to relocate to Blantyre…

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Nacala Logistics asked to install visible level crossing warning signs and lights at Chirimba rail crossing

* As the company announces that it will install spikes at the train passage opening that motorists use to get into the other lane of dual carriageway Magalasi Road By Duncan Mlanjira Nacala Logistics has announced that spikes will be installed at Chirimba railway crossing along Magalasi Road in Blantyre effective June 8, 2026, to stop motorists from using the train passage opening to access the other lane of the double carriageway. While welcoming the decision as long overdue,…

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Government negotiating a partnership agreement with National Bank of Malawi to operate shipping services on Lake Malawi

* A holistic approach has been adopted to ensure that all ports and vessels are modernised while at the same time promoting effective administrative structures that foster growth of water transport. * Government intends to resuscitate the Malawi Lake Services Limited as a primary administrative authority to lead the efforts and establishing Rail and Marine Regulatory Authority of Malawi to strengthen the oversight and regulation of rail and marine sub-sectors By Denis Mzembe, contributor In its efforts to revitalise…

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Malawi Stock Exchange rejects collapse claims; describes market decline as temporary and normal correction

MSE Chief Executive, John Robson Kamanga * During the year 2025, the market experienced exceptional growth, with the market reportedly registering a Return on Equity (ROE) of 247.5% — both in Kwacha and US Dollar terms — and got recognised as the best performing stock market in Africa By Duncan Mlanjira The Malawi Stock Exchange (MSE) has dismissed recent media reports suggesting that the country’s capital market is collapsing and could cease operations within the next year — describing…

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