Saturday November 2 News Headlines And Bulletins

Share Listen to this article By Vincent Gunde President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika, has assured Malawians that he was in control of government while he was on his private trip to the Republic of South Africa. Mutharika, looking energetic contrary to social media reports that he is in critical condition and has further be flown…

Share Listen to this article By Suleman Chitera, MFN Reporter Sheikh Omar Nkachelenga has called for the restoration and modernisation of Quran House, saying the Muslim Association of Malawi (MAM) needs a permanent and fully functional headquarters to strengthen its institutional independence and improve service delivery. Nkachelenga said restoring Quran House would give MAM an…

Share Listen to this article By Suleman Chitera, MFN ReporterOctober 31, 2026 President Peter Mutharika has attributed Malawi’s prolonged fuel shortages to transportation and logistical challenges, insisting that the commodity is available in neighbouring countries. Mutharika made the remarks on Saturday upon his return from a private trip to South Africa, saying the country’s current…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Share Listen to this article By Suleman Chitera, MFN Reporter Leader of Opposition Simplex Chithyola Banda has challenged President Peter Mutharika to reconsider his decision to suspend the November parliamentary meeting, warning that the move delays efforts to find solutions to Malawi’s mounting challenges. Banda said Parliament should have been allowed to meet to scrutinise…

Share Listen to this article By Suleman Chitera, MFN Reporter The Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) has maintained its Policy Rate at 24 percent but increased the Lombard Rate to 26 percent from 24.2 percent, signalling continued efforts to control inflation despite persistent economic challenges. The decisions were reached during the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC)’s…

Share Listen to this article By Suleman Chitera NBS Bank plc has urged local councils to strengthen revenue collection and financial accountability, offering to explore digital and banking solutions to help them improve service delivery and unlock economic opportunities. NBS Bank Chief Wholesale Banking Officer, Alfred Nhlema, said effective financial systems could help councils translate…

Share Listen to this article By Suleman Chitera The Malawi Agricultural and Industrial Investment Corporation (MAIIC) has called on Mega Farms beneficiaries with outstanding loans to deliver maize stocks to designated depots by November 22 this year. This is part of MAIIC’s efforts to recover funds extended under the agricultural financing programme.Also interestingNational»Malawi, Japan Sign…

Share Listen to this article By Suleman Chitera, MFN ReporterOctober 29, 2026 Malawi plans to connect 2,000 primary and secondary schools to the internet under the World Bank-supported Digital Malawi Acceleration Project (DMAP), Minister of Education, Science and Technology Bright Msaka has announced. Speaking at the opening of the 19th UbuntuNet-Connect Conference in Lilongwe, Msaka…

Share Listen to this article By Suleman Chitera, MFN Reporter29 October 2026 FDH Bank has strengthened its role in Malawi’s development agenda after partnering with the Malawi Housing Corporation (MHC) and FDH Properties Limited in an ambitious plan to deliver 10,000 housing units within one year under Project 250. The partnership, formalised through a Memorandum…