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failure to reform costs Malawi IMF extended credit facility deal

Malawi’s failure to commit to economic reforms, curb excessive spending, and fight corruption has led to the collapse of a US$175 million about K306 billion Extended Credit Facility (ECF) agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), just a year and a few months after it was secured. Economic expert Andrew Kaponya says the government lacked […]

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MEC dismisses claims of MBC being sole broadcaster for 2025 Elections

By Burnett Munthali The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has come out strongly to refute allegations that it has appointed the Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) as the only official broadcaster for the 2025 General Elections. In a public statement, the Commission clarified that the claims, initially published by Malawi Voice, are both false and misleading. MEC […]

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Violence Fears Rise as Man Boasts of Attacking DPP Minibus in Viral Video

By Burnett Munthali A video clip currently circulating on social media has sparked outrage and concern over growing political intolerance in Malawi. In the footage, an unidentified man is seen boasting about having attacked a minibus that was transporting members of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP). According to the man, the minibus was en route […]

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When the IMF speaks softly, Malawians pay the price

By Burnett Munthali Each time the International Monetary Fund (IMF) comments on Malawi’s economy, its language is polished and professional—almost too polite for the crisis it describes. Buried in its carefully crafted statements are warnings that, if ignored, only deepen the country’s suffering. One phrase stands out: “lack of fiscal discipline.” At first glance, it […]