Fuel crisis worsens in Blantyre despite Government assurances
By Burnett Munthali The fuel crisis in Blantyre continues to deepen, with long queues of vehicles still lining up at filling stations in search of fuel that remains unavailable. This…
Mera Updates Malawians On Current Fuel Situation
The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (Mera) is this morning holding a briefing in Blantyre on the current fuel situation in the country. Mera CEO Henry Kachaje says as a regulator…
Analysis: Malawi’s ongoing fuel crisis and its economic toll
By Burnett Munthali As Malawi’s fuel crisis enters its third week, the repercussions are mounting, deeply affecting the country’s economy and especially burdening small businesses and motorcyclists. Black-market fuel prices…
Malawians turn to humor in response to forex and fuel crisis: A reflection of deeper economic woes
By Burnett Munthali In Malawi, the statement, “Chikhala kuti ma push ups amabweretsa Forex, bwenzi pano tili ndi forex lololo,” has become a humorous yet poignant way of expressing frustration…
Fuel Crisis Hits Lilongwe: Multiple Gas Stations Out of Petrol, Long Queues Form
By Burnett Munthali Lilongwe, Malawi – The city of Lilongwe is facing a severe fuel shortage as several petrol stations across the city have run out of petrol, leaving motorists…