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24/07/2025

IMF Warns of Economic Crisis in Malawi as Debt and Inflation Spiral

July 23rd, 2025
Capital City, Lilongwe, Malawi 🇲🇼

Malawi’s economy is teetering on the brink of crisis, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) warning of soaring debt, crippling foreign exchange shortages, and persistently high inflation. In a stark assessment issued Tuesday,23,2025 the IMF said its Extended Credit Facility (ECF) program with Malawi was terminated in May without completing a single review, cutting off access to vital financial support.

The IMF’s report, endorsed by its Executive Board, paints a troubling picture: inflation remains at 27.7 percent, economic growth has slowed significantly, and public debt has surged to 88 percent of GDP. With the country maintaining a fixed exchange rate, foreign exchange reserves have plummeted to less than one week’s worth of imports, threatening Malawi’s ability to sustain essential goods such as fuel, medicines, and food.

“Malawi faces acute economic challenges that require urgent and decisive policy actions,” the IMF cautioned, urging the government to address fiscal and structural weaknesses.

The IMF is pressing Malawi’s authorities to raise domestic revenue, cut unnecessary public spending, and implement exchange rate reforms to ease mounting pressure on the kwacha. The Fund has also called for stronger debt management and anti-corruption measures to restore donor confidence and unlock international financial support.

The termination of the ECF program is a major setback for Malawi, which had hoped to leverage the facility to stabilize its economy and attract other donors. Without IMF backing, the government faces an uphill battle to secure foreign financing and stabilize the economy, which is already grappling with the aftermath of drought, declining to***co exports, and rising global commodity prices.

Analysts warn that unless reforms are accelerated, the country risks sinking deeper into economic turmoil, with potentially severe consequences for social stability.

Reported by Ephraim Mkali Banda

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24/07/2025

M’mbelwa Warriors FC Crush L**e Masters 4-0 to Book FDH Bank Cup Spot

July 23rd, 2025
Mzimba, Malawi 🇲🇼

M’mbelwa Warriors FC delivered a scintillating performance at the Raiply Ground, thrashing L**e Masters FC 4-0 to secure their place in the FDH Bank Cup national stage. The emphatic victory confirmed the Warriors as one of the Northern Region’s representatives in the prestigious national competition.

The Warriors’ triumph was spearheaded by goals from Taonga Chihana, popularly known as Phwede, Abraham Mkandawire, Massa Yolamu, and Mavuto Mkandawire. The attacking quartet displayed exceptional composure and clinical finishing, tearing apart L**e Masters’ defense with fluid passing and relentless pressure.

The coach of M’mbelwa Warriors, [Coach’s Name if available], hailed his team’s determination and teamwork, describing the win as a “statement of intent” ahead of the national stage battles.

With this result, M’mbelwa Warriors FC join Jenda United FC, Sporting FC, Baka City FC, and Chilumba Barracks FC as the five teams from the Northern Region set to compete in the FDH Bank Cup at the national level. The tournament, renowned for showcasing Malawi’s finest football talent, is expected to feature intense battles as regional champions vie for glory.

The Warriors’ fans celebrated the win with high spirits, confident that their team has what it takes to make a strong run in the national tournament.

The FDH Bank Cup national stage is set to kick off in the coming weeks, with fixtures expected to be announced soon.

Reported by Ephraim Mkali Banda

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23/07/2025

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20/07/2025

Malawi 🇲🇼 Weather Forecast for Sunday, July 19th, 2025 and Monday, 20th July, 2025

Chiperoni weather characterized by windy and mostly cloudy conditions coupled with isolated rain drizzles, patches of fog and slightly cold conditions is expected to continue due to the influence of cool and moist South Easterly air mass.

Strong Mwera Winds blowing over Lake Malawi and other water bodies are expected to start weakening on Tuesday, 22nd July, 2025. The lake users are therefore advised to take necessary precautions.

Shire valley should expect cool conditions with fog patches and isolated drizzle tonight and during morning hours. Please expect partly cloudy and warm conditions during afternoon hours, tomorrow with forecast temperatures of minimum 16 degrees celcius and maximum 27 degrees celcius in Ngabu.

Southern Highlands should expect cold conditions with fog patches and isolated rain drizzles tonight and during morning hours on Monday. Mild and cloudy weather conditions are expected during afternoon hours on Monday with forecast temperatures of minimum 13 degrees celcius and maximum 22 degrees celcius in Blantyre.

Central areas should expect cold weather conditions tonight and in the morning, tomorrow. Please expect windy and warm temperatures during afternoon hours on Monday with forecast temperatures of minimum 12 degrees celcius and maximum 24 degrees celcius in Lilongwe.

Lakeshore areas should expect windy and cool weather conditions with isolated rain drizzles tonight and in the morning on Monday. Please expect windy and mostly cloudy weather conditions in the afternoon on Monday with forecast temperatures of minimum 17 degrees celcius and maximum 24 degrees celcius in Mangochi.

Northern areas should expect windy and very cold weather conditions with patches of foggy weather conditions tonight and during morning hours on Monday. Expect partly cloudy weather conditions during afternoon hours on Monday with forecast temperatures of minimum 11 degrees celcius and maximum 18 degrees celcius in Mzuzu.

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Reported by Lilian kadongola.

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19/07/2025

Malawi 🇲🇼 Weather Forecast for Saturday, July 19th, 2025 and Sunday, 20th July, 2025

Expect Chiperoni Weather to continue due to the influence of cool and moist South Easterly air mass which is characterised by wind and mostly cloudy conditions coupled with Isolated rain drizzle, patches of fog and slightly cold conditions.

Strong Mwera Winds are expected to continue blowing over Lake Malawi and other water bodies from tomorrow on Sunday. Lake users are therefore advised to take necessary precautions to avoid flooding zones and any casualties that could impact lives

Shire valley should expect cool and cloudy conditions with foggy patches and isolated drizzles during the night and in the morning hours on Sunday. Please expect windy and cloudy conditions during afternoon hours on Sunday with forecast temperatures of minimum 17 degrees celcius and maximum 27 degrees celcius in Ngabu.

Southern Highlands should expect cloudy conditions with foggy patches and isolated rain showers tonight and during morning hours, tomorrow on Sunday. Please expect windy and cloudy weather conditions with isolated rain drizzles during afternoon hours and forecast temperatures of minimum 13 degrees celcius and maximum 19 degrees celcius in Blantyre.

Central areas should expect very cloudy and extremely cold conditions tonight and during morning hours tomorrow. Please expect windy and cloudy weather conditions with isolated rain drizzles during afternoon hours with forecast temperatures of minimum 11 degrees celcius and maximum 23 degrees celcius in Lilongwe.

Lakeshore areas should expect windy and cool conditions with isolated rain drizzles and foggy patches tonight and tomorrow morning. Please expect windy and mostly cloudy weather conditions with Isolated rain drizzles during the afternoon hours, tomorrow on Sunday with forecast temperatures of minimum 17 degrees celcius and maximum 26 degrees celcius in Mangochi.

Northern areas should expect partly cloudy and cold conditions with patches of foggy conditions tonight and during morning and occasionally windy and partly cloudy during afternoon hours on Sunday with forecast temperatures of minimum 14 degrees celcius and maximum 18 degrees celcius in Mzuzu.

Reported by Lilian Kadongola.

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19/07/2025

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18/07/2025

Minister Slams Engineers Over Lack of Accountability in Substandard Projects

Friday, July,18th, 2025
Blantyre, Southern Region, Malawi 🇲🇼

Minister of Trade Vitumbiko Mumba has criticized construction engineers in Malawi for what he described as a “bad tendency” of shielding one another when delivering substandard projects.

Speaking during a public lecture in Blantyre, Mumba questioned why engineers, surveyors, and architects often go unpunished when they breach their professional code of ethics.

“Why is it that when engineers, surveyors, or architects fail to uphold ethics, nothing happens to them?” Mumba asked.

He accused some professionals in the construction sector of protecting their colleagues instead of ensuring accountability, a practice he said is undermining the quality of infrastructure in the country.

Mumba cited the Nsanje-Malaka Road as an example, noting that it began developing potholes less than four years after completion, yet no one was held responsible.

“How can a major road develop potholes within such a short period, and no one is punished?” he added.

The Minister urged regulatory bodies and professional associations to enforce strict disciplinary measures on members who compromise standards, stressing that such negligence wastes public resources and hampers economic growth.

Reported by Ephraim Mkali Banda

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18/07/2025

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18/07/2025

Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve Urges Unity Against Illegal Mining, Poaching

Friday, July 18th, 2025
Mzimba District, Northern Region, Malawi 🇲🇼

Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve has renewed its call for stronger stakeholder collaboration to curb illegal gold mining and poaching, which threaten ecosystems and undermine conservation gains.

Park Manager David Nangoma issued the warning during a stakeholder meeting in Mzimba, cautioning that unchecked activities could reverse progress in environmental protection and tourism.

"In the past six months alone, we have arrested 120 people for various illegal activities inside the reserve, and 68 of them have been successfully prosecuted and sentenced. The protection of this reserve cannot be overemphasized, as it contributes significantly to the national economy through the tourism sector,” said Nangoma.

Mzimba District Commissioner Rogers Newa praised the reserve’s contributions beyond conservation.

“As a council, we are impressed with the work Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve is doing. The funds you are investing in education, health, and business are complementing government efforts in a big way,” Newa said.

Traditional leader Inkosi Khonsolo pledged that chiefs would intensify awareness campaigns, citing benefits from the reserve’s support in health and education infrastructure.

Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve, home to elephants, antelopes, and diverse bird species, remains a key tourism hub, but authorities stress that sustained cooperation is essential to safeguard these resources for future generations.

Reported By Ephraim Mkali Banda

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17/07/2025

Fears of “National Threat” as South African Groups Reject Lungu’s Burial in SA

Thursday, July, 2025
Johannesburg, Republic of South Africa

A brewing diplomatic storm is unfolding as South African civic movements demand that the body of former Zambian President Edgar Chagwa Lungu be returned to Zambia, warning that burying him in South Africa could pose “a national threat.”

Rachel Makhubele, secretary-general of Defend South Africa, raised the concern during a press briefing under the banner of the Progressive Forces of South Africa.

“If Lungu is buried here, whose flag do we lower South Africa’s or Zambia’s?” she asked. “Zambians will come here saying they want to visit his grave, and many will end up staying.”

The Zambian government has pledged to respect South African court rulings as tensions mount over the burial, while Lungu’s family maintains that he wished to prevent President Hakainde Hichilema from being near his remains.

Reported by Ephraim Mkali Banda

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