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October 10, 2025, 9:30 pm
DPP MP Noel Lipipa Condemns DPP Hooligans On Kasakula - 'These Thugs Do Not Represent S'
- [Nyasa Times] Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Member of Parliament Noel Lipipa has issued a fierce condemnation of the barbaric attack on Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) Director General George Kasakula, describing the incident as "an affront to the values our party stands for" and "sheer hooliganism that contradicts every DPP principle."
Police Launch Manhunt After Suspected Arson At Chombe Rubber Plantation
- [Nyasa Times] Police in Nkhata Bay have launched a manhunt for unknown individuals suspected of setting fire to rubber trees at the Chombe Rubber Plantation in the district.
CDH Investment Bank Handover K10m Cheque to Parliament to Support Capacity Building of New MPs
- [Nyasa Times] CDH Investment Bank has supported Malawi Parliament with K10 million towards the orientation and training of new Members of Parliament (MP's) scheduled to take place from 13 to 17th October in Lilongwe.
When the Rains Change - Malawi's Farmers Struggle to Adapt
- [Nyasa Times] As the rainy season fast approaches, farmers across Malawi faces growing uncertainties. Followed by unpredictable weather patterns , threatening harvests, livelihoods, and the food security of communities relying entirely on agricultural activities to survive.
A Chronicle of Former President Chakwera's Overseas Engagements - Were They Worth It?
- [Nyasa Times] Former President Lazarus Chakwera's tenure was marked by extensive international travel, with numerous trips aimed at strengthening diplomatic relations and seeking foreign investment.
DPP Leaders Challenge Machinga Likwenu Election Results in Court
- [Nyasa Times] Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) leaders for the Eastern region, Bright Msaka and MacDonald Makanjira, have filed a petition in the High Court seeking to nullify the parliamentary election results for Machinga Likwenu constituency.
Malawi's Employer Bodies Struggle With Leadership and Governance Gaps - Report
- [Nyasa Times] A new assessment of Malawi's Employer Representative Bodies (ERBs) and sector-specific organisations has exposed deep-rooted leadership and governance weaknesses that threaten their effectiveness and long-term sustainability.
'Too Late to Save Jerusalem' - Namalomba Dismisses Kasakula's Apology to Mutharika As Empty and Belated
- [Nyasa Times] Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) spokesperson and presidential press secretary, Shadric Namalomba, has said the party has taken note of Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) Director General George Kasakula's public apology to former President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika -- but insists that the DPP will only issue a formal response after consulting Mutharika himself.
Equatorial Guinea Snubs Flames, Angers Malawian Fans
- [Nyasa Times] Malawian football fans were left frustrated and disappointed after Equatorial Guinea failed to show up for their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against the Flames, which was scheduled for Thursday, October 9, 2025, at Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe.
Malawi Is Hosting Africa Broadband Mapping System Conference to Promote Internet Service Delivery
- [Nyasa Times] Malawi is hosting a three-day Africa Broadband Mapping to map and promote inclusive digital transformation across Sub-Saharan Africa.
The Nation's Fuel Chronicles - Vision, Crisis, and Recovery
- [Nyasa Times] Fuel is the heartbeat of any nation -- and for Malawi, its story is one of vision, crisis, and resilience. From the early dreams of self-reliance to modern-day struggles with forex and global oil prices, Malawi's fuel journey mirrors the rise and fall of its economy and leadership through the decades.
Mhen Bemoans Barriers in Accessing Eye Services
- [Nyasa Times] People living with eye problems in Malawi continue to face numerous barriers in accessing quality health services, the Malawi Health Equity Network (MHEN) has said.
Chamisa Urges ZEC to Learn From Malawi's Electoral Example
- [New Zimbabwe] Former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) leader Nelson Chamisa has called on the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) to emulate the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) in conducting transparent and credible elections.
Capacitating People Managers - Standard Bank Supports Ipmm Annual Conference With Mk15 Million
- [Nyasa Times] In a move aimed at strengthening professional development and financial literacy in Malawi, Standard Bank PLC has donated MK15 million to support the Institute of People Management Malawi (IPMM) 2025 Annual Conference, scheduled for 23rd to 25th October in Mangochi.
Zim, Malawi Trade Ties On the Rise
- [The Herald] Blantyre, Malawi -- Zimbabwe and Malawi's economic cooperation is increasing despite the negative impact of United States coercive measures on Harare, Zimbabwe's Ambassador to Malawi Nancy Saungweme has said.
Strong Endorsements for the New Chief Secretary - Justin Saidi Seen As the Right Pick for a New Era of Discipline and Delivery
- [Nyasa Times] When President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika addressed the nation at Kamuzu Stadium on Saturday, October 4, his tone was unmistakable -- firm, urgent, and unvarnished. He spoke like a man returning to a house in disrepair, determined to relight its lamps and restore order. His message was clear: discipline, efficiency, and results would define his second coming.
Doubts Grow Over Mutharika's 'Anti-Looting' Rhetoric
- [Nyasa Times] President Peter Mutharika's vow to end looting in government has landed with more scepticism than applause -- and for good reason. For many Malawians, the man preaching integrity is the same one whose first term was dogged by the very rot he now claims to detest.
Vitumbiko Mumba - the Convenient Scapegoat Nobody Needs
- [Nyasa Times] In a political culture addicted to blame, Engineer Vitumbiko Mumba has become the latest sacrifice on the altar of denial. But scapegoating, however cathartic, is not strategy. Malawi Congress Party's collapse was not the making of one man--it was the slow-motion implosion of arrogance, economic mismanagement and structural decay. This essay dismantles the lazy narrative that pins a national loss on a convenient face--and challenges MCP to choose between vengeance and vision.
Analysis | Mutharika's New Cabinet - Old Habits, New Faces, Same Mistakes
- [Nyasa Times] Say no more -- the moment the list dropped, you could almost hear the collective sigh of déjà vu. Yes, President Arthur Peter Mutharika has finally unveiled his new cabinet, and on first glance, you might be tempted to give it a 60 percent score. But scratch the surface, and the cracks appear fast and deep.
Shock and Shame - How Thieves Stole From the Malawi Defence Force
- [Nyasa Times] In an incident that has left many Malawians stunned and questioning the state of national security, unknown criminals in the early hours of Saturday stole one of the boats belonging to the Malawi Maritime Forces -- a branch of the Malawi Defence Force (MDF), the very institution mandated to protect the nation.
Govt Halts Operations At Salima Sugar Company - Uncertainty, Shock, and Economic Ripples
- [Nyasa Times] In a stunning and unexpected move, the Malawian government has halted operations at the Salima Sugar Company with immediate effect -- a decision that has sent shockwaves through the country's agricultural and industrial sectors.
MCP in Free Fall - Party Shrugs As Its House Burns
- [Nyasa Times] The Malawi Congress Party (MCP) is watching its walls cave in -- and pretending it's all fine.
DPP Sweeps Local Government Polls - Blue Wave Signals Malawi's Political Reawakening
- [Nyasa Times] The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has dominated the September 16 local government elections, cementing its resurgence as Malawi's most formidable political force barely weeks after returning to power through the general election.
Nigeria Committed to Strengthening Ties With Malawi Under New Govt
- [Daily Trust] The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed its readiness to strengthen ties with Malawi under the new government in the country.
Zimbabwe, Malawi Share Deep-Rooted Ties - President - Newly Inaugurated Leader Vows to Make Bold Decisions
- [The Herald] Blantyre, Malawi -- ZIMBABWE and Malawi share deep-rooted ties, while Harare will always be grateful for the support it receives from its sister republic, President Mnangagwa has said.
Govt Intensifies Interventions to Eliminate NCDs in Malawi
- [Nyasa Times] The Government of Malawi, through the Ministry of Health, has disclosed that it has intensified interventions to eliminate Non Communicable Diseases (NCDs) within its borders.
A Second Script for Peter Mutharika - Will He Rewrite His Legacy?
- [Nyasa Times] History does not often offer second chances--but it has for Peter Mutharika. Once dismissed as a failed president, scarred by corruption, arrogance, and electoral shame, he now stands before a rare opportunity to rewrite his legacy. Will he redeem himself and finish as one of Malawi's great leaders, or will he squander the kindness of history? Writes Ephraim Nyondo.
Malawian Lawyer Takes Integrity Fight to Africa's Boardroom
- [Nyasa Times] When Francis Nyarai Ndende speaks about integrity, it is not the abstract language of legal theory or development jargon. It is conviction. It is lived practice. And now, it is a mission he is set to advance at a continental level.
DPP Distances Itself From Fuel and Castel Price Hikes
- [Nyasa Times] The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has dismissed claims linking it to the recent fuel and Castel Malawi product price adjustments, stressing that the decisions were made independently by the companies concerned and not under political influence.
No Sinister Agenda in Salima Sugar-Nyasa Hills Deal, Investigations Confirm
- [Nyasa Times] Reports that flooded social media earlier this week alleged a shady fertilizer deal between Salima Sugar Company Limited and Nyasa Hills Company, centering on an upfront payment of K200 million. The allegations triggered heated debate, with some suggesting corruption or mismanagement.
