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Malawi records a high MPI high-pressure reading of 78; signaling rising macro-economic stress amid global uncertainty

July 31, 2026

* While this does not imply that the economy is in crisis, it signals that macro-economic conditions remain under significant stress * And that coordinated policy interventions are required to strengthen resilience and reduce vulnerabilities Maravi Express The new Malawi-Pressure-Index (MPI), which has been developed by South Africa’s Don C onsultancy Group (DCG), has been released, which indicates that Malawi has recorded a high MPI high-pressure reading of 78 — signaling rising macro-economic stress amid global uncertainty. It has…

Payments made to foreign artists for performances and related engagements in Malawi subject to tax

July 31, 2026

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* In accordance with the Taxation Act under Section 11 unless specifically exempted under the provisions of the Act * Announced jointly by MRA, Copyright Society of Malawi (COSOMA), Malawi Censorship Board and Musicians Union of Malawi By Duncan Mlanjira Payments made to foreign artists for performances and related engagements in Malawi are subject to tax in accordance with the Taxation Act. In a joint statement from Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA), the Copyright Society of Malawi (COSOMA) and the…

Tense last WAfCON Group A match between Senegal and hosts Morocco on Monday

July 31, 2026

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* Which they need to emphatically win to advance to quarterfinals as they share 3 points with Algeria, whom they lost 0-2 to * The Lionesses of Teranga narrowly beat Harambee Starlets 1-0 last Thursday evening while Morocco also recorded a hard-fought 1-0 win over Algeria Maravi Express The last Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAfCON) 2026 Group A match on Monday between the hosts Morocco will certainly be an intriguing encounter coming on the heels of the controversial…

Lawyer Noel Chalamanda appointed visiting professor at China’s Foreign Commercial Law Research Centre

July 30, 2026

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* A specialised academic and consultative unit operating under the umbrella of the Shanxi Provincial Professors Association * I am deeply honoured. Every milestone is a reminder that learning, service, and excellence open doors beyond borders By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi’s prominent private practice lawyer and corporate governance expert, Noel Chalamanda, has been appointed as a visiting professor at the Foreign Commercial Law Research Centre of the Shanxi Provincial Professors Association in China. Making the announcement on his LinkedIn profile,…

FDH Bank, Standard Bank, Modern Dry Cleaners seek legal relief against penalties issued by CFTC

July 30, 2026

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* Administrative monetary penalties that were imposed for violating competition and consumer protection laws * Nitro Phos Ltd, CTS Courier Services and Urban Realtors have requested extensions and are negotiating payment terms By Roy Howa, Malawi News Agency (MANA) FDH Bank, Standard Bank and Modern Dry Cleaners, who were slapped with penalties in June 2026 for violating competition and consumer protection laws, obtained stay orders as they appeal the determinations. The two banks and Modern Dry Cleaners were among…

Don’t scoff at Chioma Okafor, her decision not to represent Malawi is common mentality for majority of Africans players

July 30, 2026

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* They always choose easy way out to glory After the Scorchers beat 10-times African champions Nigeria 3-2 — an achievement that has not only been immensely celebrated for by Malawians, but the continent as a whole — US-based Chioma Okafor, has been sneered at for snubbing the Scorchers opting to represent Nigeria. The wish of the daughter to a Malawian mother and a Nigerian father to represent Malawi was accepted by Football Association of Malawi (FAM) and…

Cape Verde show spirit on WAfCON debut as they go down 0-2 to heavyweights Ghana

July 30, 2026

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* Cape Verde’s qualification had already been a major achievement after a strong campaign that included an impressive comeback against Mali * But facing a Ghana side that finished third at the last edition was always going to be a difficult first test Maravi Express Cape Verde went into their Group D match carrying the emotion of a first appearance at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAfCON) and they put up a spirited performance to lose 0-2 to…

Human trafficking robs Malawians of hope and dignity abroad

July 29, 2026

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* The journey that begins with dreams of prosperity ends in exploitation, abuse and loss of dignity * The common pattern is deception during recruitment; victims are promised good salaries and decent working conditions * But once they arrive, they discover they have no control over their lives Feature by Adson Nthenga, Malawi News Agency, MANA For many Malawians searching for a better life, the decision to seek employment beyond the country’s borders begins with hope — the promise…

‘Future of Malawi’s film industry is incredibly bright’—MultiChoice Malawi on premiere success of ‘Insecurities’

July 29, 2026

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* The Malawian film produced by alumni of MultiChoice Talent Factory led by Asante Elsante Mbaimbai * Their passion, professionalism and creativity are helping shape a vibrant local content industry * While creating opportunities for future generations of filmmakers—MultiChoice Malawi acting CEO, Lunia Msuku Bandawe By Duncan Mlanjira The premiere success of ‘Insecurities’, the Malawian film produced by alumni of MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) led by Asante Elsante Mbaimbai, affirms that the future of the country’s film industry “is…

Coach Fazili encourages Scorchers to remain focused despite the impressive victory over heavy WAfCON favourites Nigeria

July 29, 2026

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* Egypt next on Saturday, who were thrashed 6-0 by Zambia, and despite being a one-sided affair, the Cleopatras could also replicate what the Scorchers did to the Super Falcons By Duncan Mlanjira After Malawi Scorchers completely outclassed heavy Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAfCON), the Super Falcons of Nigeria on Tuesday night, coach Lovemore Fazili refuses to sit back and bask in the limelight the team has achieved. He thus encourages his charges that they must remain focused…