Malawi Freedom Network 
By Staff Reporter
The appointment of Frank Mbeta as Attorney General has come under scrutiny after legal practitioner Alexious Kamangira questioned his suitability for the influential legal post.
In a statement posted on his Facebook page, Kamangira raised concerns over Mbeta’s alleged connection to the controversial Amaryllis Hotel deal, which has attracted widespread public attention due to alleged financial and contractual irregularities.
Kamangira claimed that the Ministry of Finance played a key role in approving and overseeing financial disbursements related to the hotel project. According to him, this has raised broader questions about the management and oversight of public funds linked to the transaction.
He argued that any alleged association with the matter is troubling, particularly given the Attorney General’s constitutional duty to ensure the lawful management and protection of state resources.
The comments come amid growing scrutiny of the Amaryllis Hotel transaction, with several stakeholders calling for greater transparency and accountability in how public funds were handled in the deal.
- Mutharika Returns to Malawi After Private Trip to South Africa
Share Listen to this article By Suleman Chitera, MFN ReporterOctober 31, 2026 President Arthur Peter Mutharika has returned to Malawi after spending several weeks in South Africa on a private trip. A press release from the Office of the President and Cabinet (OPC), signed by Chief Secretary Justin Saidi, confirms that Mutharika arrived at Kamuzu… - BMTV says Mutharika has huge task of building the country’s economy
Share Listen to this article By Vincent Gunde Bakili Muluzi TV online television, says President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika, has a huge task of building the country’s ailing economy which was destroyed by the MCP led government of Dr. Lazarus Chakwera beyond repair. Bakili Muluzi TV said Professor Mutharika is on record having left one… - FDH Group earns 2 IPMM awards
Share Listen to this article By Suleman Chitera FDH Financial Holdings Limited has earned two awards at this year’s Institute of People Management Malawi (IPMM) 2026 HR Excellence Awards, recognising its efforts in employee training and development, as well as staff health and wellbeing. The Financial Group received the Best Training and Development Programme Award,… - US approves $2.1 billion sale of scarce missiles to Ukraine
Share Listen to this article By MFN Reporter Surface-to-air missile launcher of the … The US State Department approved the potential sale of 500 Patriot air defense interceptor missiles to Ukraine on Friday, according to a department release.Also interestingInternational»Malawi, Palestine Parliaments Consider Friendship Committee to Strengthen TiesInternational»People who applied for Israel recruitment demands transparency from… - Kenani tells MCP to brace for more, says party is reaping what it sowed
Share Listen to this article By Suleman Chitera, MFN Reporter Political commentator Onjezerani Kenani has challenged the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) to brace itself for criticism and political consequences, saying the party is now beginning to reap what it sowed during its time in government. Kenani said he was surprised that MCP figures Jessie Kabwila… - PPDA Warns Suppliers, Contractors Over Failure to Adopt MANePS
Share Listen to this article By MFN Reporter Suppliers and contractors who fail to register on Malawi’s National Electronic Procurement System (MANePS) risk losing access to government procurement opportunities, the Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets Authority (PPDA) has warned. PPDA Director General George Mankhwala said all suppliers and contractors have until December 31, 2026,… - Law Society Questions Mutharika’s Authority to Suspend Parliament
Share Listen to this article By MFN Reporter The Malawi Law Society has raised constitutional concerns over President Peter Mutharika’s decision to halt parliamentary proceedings, warning that the move risks undermining the independence of Parliament. In a strongly worded statement, the lawyers’ body argued that Section 59(1) of the Constitution does not empower the President… - Mutharika Directs Kalua to Return to Umodzi Park
Share Listen to this article By MFN Reporter President Peter Mutharika has directed Kamlepo Kalua to return to Umodzi Park, bringing renewed attention to the political situation surrounding the former presidential adviser. The directive is expected to clarify Kalua’s next course of action following developments surrounding his position and relationship with the government.Also interestingStories»FDH Group… - Malawi, Japan Sign K4.4 Billion Road Equipment Grant
Share Listen to this article By Suleman Chitera Malawi has signed a K4.4 billion grant agreement with the Government of Japan to support road infrastructure development, with Lilongwe City Council set to benefit from road rehabilitation equipment. Speaking during the signing ceremony, Finance Minister Joseph Mwanamvekha said the grant demonstrates the strong bilateral relations between… - Kalindo Takes Government to Task Over Fuel, Power and Water Crisis
Share Listen to this article By Suleman Chitera, MFN Reporter Malawi First, People First leader Bon Kalindo has challenged the government and political leaders to explain what concrete measures they are taking to end the country’s worsening fuel shortages, electricity blackouts and water supply disruptions. Speaking at a press conference in Lilongwe, Kalindo expressed disappointment… - Dowa CSO urges council to improve DEC, TWG governance
Share Listen to this article By Vincent Gunde The Dowa Civil Society Organizations (CSO) Network, says it is ready to support the council to improve governance especially in the District Executive Committee (DEC) and Technical Working Group (TWG). The Network said Dec meetings are important elements of the council management noting with a great concern…
