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‘Fuel permit suspension could disrupt production’

Manufacturers have warned that the suspension of Essential Users’ Bulk Fuel Purchase Permits can disrupt production and affect the availability of goods on the market. The manufacturers say this can be the consequence if delays in processing new applicati

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Government turns to household solar

By Wezzie Gausi: The government has opened the national electricity grid to households, businesses and institutions generating solar power, allowing them to supply the excess to the grid. Energy Minister Jean Mathanga made the announcement yesterday durin

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Valentine show raises K17m for needy students

Valentine Mega show organised by Gilgal–The Church College at Kigali Events Centre in Lilongwe on Friday managed to raise K17 million in donations. The money would be channeled to needy students. The show attracted performances from well-known musicians s

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Bank supports Small and Medium Enterprises growth

By Nelson Gonjani: Malawi Stock Exchange-listed National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has reaffirmed commitment to providing affordable credit to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and facilitating their growth. The bank says growth of the sector would enhan

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Import bill grows by 11.3% to $3 billion

Malawi’s import bill increased by 11.3 percent to $3 billion in the first nine months of the year. This is despite persistent foreign exchange shortages and economic challenges that are affecting the country’s productive sector. Latest trade statistics, w

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Standard Bank commits to innovation, creativity

Standard Bank has reiterated its commitment to promoting innovation and creativity as some of the key factors to solving challenges facing various sectors of the economy including banking. Standard Bank Head of Commercial Banking Pempho Chalamanda was spe

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Reserve Bank of Malawi launches risk-based supervision for insurers

Expectations are high that safety and soundness of insurance companies, protection of insurance policy holders and stability of the insurance market will be enhanced following the launch of the risk-based supervision (RBS) framework by the registrar of fi

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Forex hitch chokes drug supply

MASAMBA—We want to learn By Pemphero Malimba: Forex shortage, which has hit at the heart of industry, now threatens the very system that sustains life: health. The development has since jerked the Parliamentary Committee on Health, which has announced tha

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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More than 30 Malawians stuck in US ‘detention’

By Mercy Matonga: More than 30 Malawians are said to be held in the United States of America (USA) over immigration-related issues, following a wave of stricter enforcement measures. The US Embassy in Malawi confirmed the development, though it declined t

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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AI must serve humanity—Government

Ansah said this in Lilongwe Thursday during her virtual presentation at the Women’s Academy for Leadership and Political Excellence (WALPE Africa) conference. Information and Communications Technology Minister Shadric Namalomba has challenged the global c

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Health sector funding woes

A Parliamentary committee has criticized inefficiencies in the use of health funds, warning that poor absorption of resources is undermining service delivery despite increased allocations in key areas. Presenting the Health Cluster report in Parliament, C

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Malawi Government-owned houses put on rent in Zimbabwe

Malawi Government-owned residences in Zimbabwe’s capital, Harare, have been leased to a private company for 10 years. The deal raises questions about the management of public assets, the financial terms of the agreements and whether taxpayers are receivin

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Rising water levels hit hotels, houses

Rising water levels in Lake Malawi and the Shire River have disrupted lives in Mangochi District, where they have displaced some households. NOT SAFE FROM WATER-Houses The affected properties include hospitality industry infrastructure and community membe

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Passport deadlock

By Cathy Maulidi: People who have hacked the Passport Issuing System at the Department of Immigration and Citizenship Services are demanding about K2 billion to surrender the system, Homeland Security Minister Ken Zikhale Ng’oma has disclosed. Addressing

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Gasper’s global strings hits UK

From performing in Nordic skies in July this year, Babatoni player Gasper Nali’s global exploits continues with more concerts in the United Kingdom. The Mzuzu-based artist left the country recently for a total of 11 gigs in the United Kingdom alongside

Divine·19 Oct 2026

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Veteran writer shares life-long wisdom at 70

By Sam Banda Jnr: Seasoned writer Alfred Msadala on Sunday took advantage of her 70th birthday celebration to call upon writers and poets in the country to pen for the soul and not focus on competition. He said competition will always be there but it shou

Divine·19 Oct 2026

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Standard Bank Live at Kumbali gig readies for October’s magic

By Jimmy Chazama: Organisers of Standard Bank Live at Kumbali concert said Wednesday they are ready to offer the finest of entertainment on October 24, 2026. Held at Kumbali Castle in Lilongwe, the annual concert which attracts local and international art

Divine·19 Oct 2026

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Fuel shortage threatens creative sector’s rhythm

By Jimmy Chazama: As the country continues to grapple with dry pumps which have affected operations for several sectors, the creative industry has not been left out of the equation. Organisers of upcoming festivals and concerts later this month have since

Divine·19 Oct 2026

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Landmark creative forum set for Lilongwe

By Jimmy Jimmy Chazama: The country is next month anticipated to host a creative and investment forum in Lilongwe, a new roadmap that seeks to fuel a creative renaissance. Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture alongside United Nations Development Programm

Divine·19 Oct 2026

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Alliance Francaise relishes acoustic bliss amidst scarcity

On Thursday music lovers braved fuel scarcities that the country is facing to make it to the Sounds of Malawi Acoustic session at Alliance Francaise de Blantyre. The fuel deficiencies could be seen from the spot at a nearby filling station on the night wi

Divine·19 Oct 2026

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‘The Last Fishing Boat’ screens June 23 in fundraiser

Award winning movie – The Last Fishing Boat in which renowned actor, radio and television personality the late Hope Chisanu starred in, will be screened on June 23 in Lilongwe and Blantyre in a fundraising event. The film by veteran filmmaker Shemu Joyah

Divine·19 Oct 2026

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Uzimu Vibes, Maso Awards clash on dates

By Stevie Muliya: Two music awards events, namely Uzimu Vibes and Maso, are set to split fans as they will be held on the same day in the same city but at different venues. Uzimu Vibes awards, which seek to celebrate the workings of gospel musicians in th

Divine·19 Oct 2026

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Night of standing ovations at film fest

Lilongwe’s cinematic magic turned brighter over the weekend during the third edition of Nyasa Film Festival. 16 Barz: King of Bawo and Prayer for the Departed from Kenya, respectively, shone at Madsoc Theatre. The movie 16 Barz: King of Bawo bagged the Be

Divine·19 Oct 2026

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Former Deputy Minister launches two books

Former Deputy Minister of Education and Member of Parliament during the Bingu wa Mutharika regime, Olive Chidothe Masanza on Saturday launched two books – Origins of Mang’anja People and Princess of Fate at Golden Peacock in Blantyre. Masanza, who also ce

Divine·19 Oct 2026

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Silver Strikers Ladies, Bullets Women’s unbeaten run end

The battle for the National Bank of Malawi Women’s Premiership took an interesting turn over the weekend when giants Silver Strikers Ladies and FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Women’s unbeaten runs ended dramatically. At Silver Stadium in Lilongwe City, Civil Servi

Divine·19 Oct 2026