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“Incoming Malawi’s 3rd Economic Revolution is not theory. This is real action”-Dr Kabambe

“Incoming Malawi’s 3rd Economic Revolution is not theory. This is real action”-Dr Kabambe

LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The UTM President Dr Dalitso Kabambe has assured Malawians of fully implementation of the tauted incoming Malawi’s 3rd Economic Revolution saying the notion is real and actionable. Writing on his Facebook page, UTM leader Dr...

A call for change: Rethinking Malawi’s independence day celebrations

A call for change: Rethinking Malawi’s independence day celebrations

Malawi recently marked 61 years of independence, a milestone that should have been a moment of national pride and unity. However, the conclusion of the celebrations was marred by disappointment as the national football team, the Flames, faced a...

Kula secures Wozi niobium project in Malawi

Kula secures Wozi niobium project in Malawi

Mineral exploration company Kula Gold Limited has received formal approval of the grant of the Wozi niobium project tenement in Malawi, 225km north of the capital Lilongwe. The company will commence a field programme to confirm the historic...

Malawi Marks 61 Years of Independence with National Celebrations in Lilongwe

Malawi Marks 61 Years of Independence with National Celebrations in Lilongwe

Published on July 6, 2025 at 12:17 PM by Edgar Naitha 202 words • approx. 2 min read Malawi is today marking 61 years of independence with vibrant national celebrations currently underway at Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe. President Lazarus...

The age factor: A fear-based strategy in Malawi’s political landscape

The age factor: A fear-based strategy in Malawi’s political landscape

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-As Malawi approaches the polls on September 16, the political atmosphere is charged with anticipation and tension. The Malawi Congress Party (MCP) has been vocal in its campaign against the incumbent president of DPP,Arthur...

Today’s Editorial: Prayer without action is nothing…..Malawi must rethink its development strategy

Today’s Editorial: Prayer without action is nothing…..Malawi must rethink its development strategy

For decades, Malawi has knelt in prayer while standing still in development. We have gathered in stadiums, churches, and national events to ask God to bless our nation, yet we have failed to bless ourselves with discipline, integrity, and a plan....

CCECC: Powering Malawi’s Infrastructure Boom with Excellence and Innovation

CCECC: Powering Malawi’s Infrastructure Boom with Excellence and Innovation

The China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) Malawi Ltd. is rapidly transforming the country’s infrastructure landscape—winning national recognition and public praise for its impactful, high-quality work. Recently crowned Malawi’s...

“Stop Cheering Wrongdoers!”: Chakwera Calls Out Malawi’s Moral Decay

“Stop Cheering Wrongdoers!”: Chakwera Calls Out Malawi’s Moral Decay

President Lazarus Chakwera used the occasion of Malawi’s 61st Independence Day not for fanfare—but for a fierce and thoughtful call to rebuild the nation’s foundation on values, not vanity. Chakwera speaking at Bingu National Stadium (BNS)...

Lilongwe registers over 700 GBV cases in May

Lilongwe registers over 700 GBV cases in May

Lilongwe District social welfare officer Derrick Mwenda says the district has registered over 700 gender-based violence (GBV)-related cases in May. He disclosed this last Friday during a legal clinic by Women Lawyers Association of Malawi (WLA) at...

Flames Fizzle as Malawi Celebrates 61 Years of… Independence and Incompetence?

Flames Fizzle as Malawi Celebrates 61 Years of… Independence and Incompetence?

Oh, what a birthday bash it was meant to be—Malawi at 61! The drums were beating, the soldiers were marching, the dancers were dancing… and then the Flames showed up and reminded us why we don’t light fireworks near wet matches. On a day meant for...

Chakwera Slammed for Pardoning Chinese Wildlife Kingpins: “A Betrayal of Malawi’s Conservation Fight”

Chakwera Slammed for Pardoning Chinese Wildlife Kingpins: “A Betrayal of Malawi’s Conservation Fight”

President Lazarus Chakwera is facing a torrent of criticism after controversially pardoning two convicted Chinese wildlife traffickers, in what civil society leaders and environmentalists have branded a shameful betrayal of Malawi’s fight against...

“Time to Fix Malawi”: PCP’s Jordan Sauti Vows Free Secondary Education, Economic Rescue Ahead of Polls

“Time to Fix Malawi”: PCP’s Jordan Sauti Vows Free Secondary Education, Economic Rescue Ahead of Polls

As Malawi marches toward the hotly anticipated September 16 tripartite elections, Patriotic Citizens Party (PCP) president Jordan Sauti is emerging as a bold new voice, declaring himself the only leader Malawians can trust to pull the country out...

Prophet Bushiri: The Silent Force Behind Malawi’s Rising Film Industry as he donates K50million to Welcome to Maula Film

Prophet Bushiri: The Silent Force Behind Malawi’s Rising Film Industry as he donates K50million to Welcome to Maula Film

In a time when many lament the death of African cinema, one man is quietly breathing life into Malawi’s creative industry—Prophet Shepherd Bushiri. Known across the continent for his prophetic grace and expansive business empire, Bushiri is now...

Wasteful Malawi lose to Botswana

Wasteful Malawi lose to Botswana

In front of tens of thousands of home fans. Before the eyes of senior government officials including Cabinet ministers. In full view of Malawi’s diplomatic partners. And in the presence of President Lazarus Chakwera. The Malawi National Football...

Africa Needs One Vision—Botswana President Duma Boko Tells Malawi

Africa Needs One Vision—Botswana President Duma Boko Tells Malawi

President Duma Gideon Boko of Botswana has called for a united and focused vision for Africa’s development, urging African nations to think deeper and act with purpose to realise the continent’s full potential. Boko and Speaker of Parliament,...

Malawi registers 25th political grouping Patriotic Citizens Party

Malawi registers 25th political grouping Patriotic Citizens Party

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The Patriotic Citizens Party (PCP) was launched on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at Nyambadwe in Blantyre, with Jordan Sauti at the helm as its president. Sauti emphasized the importance of education in nation-building, citing it as...

Miss Malawi pageant gets K50m, organisers upbeat

Miss Malawi pageant gets K50m, organisers upbeat

Miss Malawi beauty pageant organisers have expressed optimism about the future and consistency of the event, saying recent support from partners has given them renewed hope to sustain the platform and empower more young women. The organisers said...

Players urge speedy action on Malawi’s ailing economy

Players urge speedy action on Malawi’s ailing economy

Key economic players have urged speedy action to fix the country’s ailing economy in the first 100 days after the September 16 2025 General Election. The call is contained in a White Paper Standard Bank plc released on Thursday following a...

Is Malawi ready to regulate vaping?

Is Malawi ready to regulate vaping?

Vaping products intended to reduce illness from smoking combustible cigarettes are often mistaken as a tactic to entice youth and nonsmokers. Our contributor JOSEPHINE CHINELE explores whether Malawi is prepared to regulate safer nicotine products...

Malawi at 61: Successes and Pitfalls

Malawi at 61: Successes and Pitfalls

As Malawi celebrates 61 years of independence, it is important to reflect on the successes and challenges the country has faced across various sectors, including politics, economy, democracy, health, education, justice, social development, and...

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