Students intending to benefit from the government's free education program beginning in January risk missing the 2026 national examinations if they do not register by the December 15. The Malawi National Examinations Board has opened registration for all exam candidates, noting that only public school learners are exempt from fees.
Education expert Lexon Ndalama warned that students waiting for the new school term to begin would find the registration window already closed. He advised them to report to school immediately to complete the process, cautioning against relying on political promises over official procedures. The examination board has urged school authorities and parents to ensure all registrations and applicable payments are...
Second Vice President Enock Chihana conducted a surprise inspection of the Regional Immigration Office in Mzuzu. He observed operations and spoke with staff and citizens awaiting passports, commending officers for their dedication under difficult conditions while also warning against corrupt practices.
Deputy Regional Immigration Officer George Chilomo reported that a new passport printing machine would be installed before the year's end. He also mentioned plans to decentralize data collection to district offices in Mzimba and Karonga to alleviate congestion. Officials identified ongoing challenges, including recurrent passport booklet shortages and unreliable network connectivity, which hinder operational efficiency. The visit was...
First Capital Bank has contributed 210 million kwacha to Malawi's national food relief initiative. CEO Agness Jazza presented the donation to the Department of Disaster Management Affairs in Lilongwe, stating the bank is committed to supporting vulnerable communities during a period of acute food insecurity.
Finance Minister Joseph Mwanamveka accepted the funds on the government's behalf, describing the contribution as both timely and generous. He called upon other private sector companies and financial institutions to follow this example. The donation will support the government-led program aimed at providing essential aid to households facing hunger.
The legal team for parliamentary candidate George Zulu has expressed dissatisfaction with a High Court ruling that orders the Malawi Electoral Commission to declare a winner for the Mtandire-Mtsiriza constituency. Zulu's lead lawyer, Senior Counsel Pempho Likongwe, stated they disagree with the decision and will consult on a potential appeal.
Justice Semion Mdeza ruled that the commission's earlier annulment of results and call for a rerun were not legally conducted. The case was brought by Alfred Gangata, who initially won the September 2025 election by a five-vote margin before the results were nullified. Gangata's lawyer, Zwelithini Chipembere, welcomed the judgment as validating their complaint. The court did not specify a deadline...
Second Vice President Enock Chihana visited Nkhata Bay District for a meeting with local leaders and business representatives. He was received by District Commissioner David Gondwe and traditional authorities, including Senior Chief Mkumbira, who welcomed the dialogue as vital for cooperation.
The meeting’s purpose was to discuss development initiatives, investment opportunities, and district challenges. Participants raised issues in tourism, agriculture, and youth empowerment. Business leaders cited a need for better electricity and financial services, while youth representatives called for vocational training and funding for small enterprises.
Chihana reaffirmed the government's commitment to inclusive development, assuring...
The Human Rights Defenders Coalition has voiced serious alarm over prolonged shortages of fuel, water, and electricity in Malawi. In a public statement, the organization characterized these crises as a major breach of fundamental human rights protected by the national constitution.
It reported that the fuel scarcity, ongoing for more than forty days, has forced motorists to wait overnight at stations and has severely hindered businesses and medical services. The coalition attributed the problem to inadequate government planning and a lack of transparency. It also dismissed official explanations that cited unrest in neighboring Tanzania, arguing that those disturbances had ended while Malawi's crisis persists.
Malawian Vice President Jane Mayemu Ansah met with World Bank Regional Vice President Ndiame Diop to discuss the country's socio-economic development. The November 10 meeting at Capital Hill in Lilongwe focused on collaboration in sectors including education, health, and infrastructure.
Vice President Ansah thanked the World Bank for its long-standing partnership and financial support for national priorities aligned with the Malawi 2063 agenda. She reiterated the government's commitment to transparency in all development partner-funded projects. Diop reaffirmed the World Bank's dedication to achieving sustainable and inclusive development for Malawi.
He expressed optimism that their continued cooperation would produce tangible...
The National Bank of Malawi has launched the Mo626 Varsity Games with a 1.58 billion kwacha investment, establishing a major platform for student athletes. Marketing and Corporate Affairs Manager Akossa Hiwa announced that the initiative will include basketball, football, and netball competitions across 51 institutions. She stated that the program aims to develop athletic talent while fostering leadership and teamwork skills in participants.
Tournament officials explained that the games will follow a structured format, with 21 universities competing in regional rounds to advance to national stages. TESSAM Vice President Geoffrey Biya noted this system would help identify athletes for international events like the CUCSA Games. The...
A K15 million donation from United General Insurance will provide vocational training for sixty vulnerable young women in Mzimba. The funds will support a Development Aid from People to People Malawi fashion and design program at a local technical college.
United General Insurance CEO Grant Mwenechanya explained that the corporate social responsibility initiative aligns with his company's strategic pillars. DAPP Country Director Moses Chibwana expressed gratitude for the support, confirming it would enable sixty women, aged 15 to 19, to graduate with new skills.
The program is designed to create opportunities for disadvantaged youth through vocational education. DAPP Malawi implements various development initiatives across the...
