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Othakarhaka Foundation founder Ida Puliwa Mwango’s modest demeanor described as ‘greatness that does not always announce itself with noise’
June 26, 2026
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* I had no idea that our Mulanje district keeps such a simple-looking, humble, and yet powerfully unstoppable woman * Through the Othakarhaka, over 3,000 students have received bursaries and also transforming communities * Through healthcare, youth skills development, sustainable agriculture, and housing support for the most vulnerable * As Othakarhaka welcomes two volunteers from the US with a shared passion for economic development and meaningful community impact in rural areas By Duncan Mlanjira The modest and humble demeanor of…

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World Bank projects over 100,000 jobs from Malawi reforms
June 26, 2026
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* As contained in the Country Private Sector Diagnostic (CPSD) report released on June 17, 2026, which identifies commercial mining, nature-based tourism and mango production as sectors with the greatest potential to stimulate economic growth and generate employment By Innocent Manda, Malawi News Agency (MANA) The World Bank says Malawi could create more than 100,000 jobs, expand exports and attract greater private investment if the country implements targeted reforms to improve the business environment. The projection is contained in…

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SADC adopts reforms to enhance anti-corruption efforts
June 26, 2026
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* One of the key resolutions was the need to strengthen the operational and financial independence of anti-corruption agencies to improve their effectiveness * Member states also agreed to accelerate the transition from manual procurement systems to electronic procurement platforms to enhance transparency and reduce opportunities for corruption By Innocent Manda, Malawi News Agency (MANA) Anti-corruption agencies from Southern African Development Community (SADC) member states have adopted a set of reforms aimed at strengthening efforts to combat corruption through…

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MACRA urges the public to report missing parcels by courier companies
June 26, 2026
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* Following increased cases of missing parcels as MACRA registers 120 complaints against courier companies since January 2023 By Alinafe Jonas, Malawi News Agency (MANA) Malawi Communication Regulatory Authority (MACRA) is urging the public to report poor service delivery by courier and postal companies following increased cases of missing parcels —as MACRA has registered 120 complaints since January 2023. In an interview on Wednesday, MACRA spokesperson, Clara Ngwira consumers are required to lodge a complaint with MACRA, which engages…

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CAMA asks businesses to consider reducing minibus fares and prices of goods after fuel price reduction
June 25, 2026
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* When fuel prices are reduced, the traders are unwilling to reduce prices of their goods and services * Especially minibus fares which creates an impression of greed and exploitation of poor consumers By Duncan Mlanjira Consumer Association of Malawi (CAMA) is appealing to traders to consider reducing prices of goods and services along with transporters to bring down minibus fares following the decrease of fuel pump prices. On June 18, the Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) announced the…

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Mulhako wa Alhomwe targets K300 million in fundraising dinner on July 4 at Sunbird Capital
June 25, 2026
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* Proceeds from the event will finance the October festival and support community programmes targeting the elderly and girls’ education By Patience Longwe, Malawi News Agency (MANA) In preparation for the Mulhako wa Alhomwe Festival to be held on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at Chonde Culture Heritage Centre, the Cultural Heritage’s Board of Trustees will host a fundraising dinner on July 4 at Sunbird Capital Hotel in Lilongwe, targeting to raise K300 million for this years celebration. At a…

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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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Late Saulos Klaus Chilima honored with a breathtaking mausoleum at Nsipe in Ntcheu
June 15, 2026
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* The unveiling ceremony was attended by thousands of people, including Vice-President Jane Ansah; former President Joyce Banda; former Vice-President Michael Usi; Minister of Education, Bright Msaka * Along with a glorious entourage of Paramount Chiefs — Gomani V; M’mbelwa V; Chikulamayembe; Lundu and Kawinga Maravi Express Two years after that fateful plane crash that claimed the life of State Vice-President Saulos Klaus Chilima along with eight others on June 10, 2024, at Nthungwa Forest in the Viphya Plantations,…

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