Key Business Points Limited access to affordable loans and punitive interest rates are stifling the growth potential of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Malawi, highlighting the need for a […]

Key Business Points Malawi’s business community must be prepared to address the looming employment crisis, with 1.2 billion young people entering the labor market over the next decade, but only […]

Key Business Points Record dividend payout: National Bank of Malawi (NBM) shareholders will receive a record dividend payout of K59 billion, representing a K126.35 dividend per ordinary share. Strong financial […]

Key Business Points Strong leadership and management have enabled National Bank of Malawi (NBM) to achieve a record K101 billion profit after-tax in 2024, despite a challenging economic climate. NBM’s […]

Key Business Points Foreign exchange shortages are significantly impacting the construction of the K43 billion Cresta Lifestyle Hotel in Blantyre, causing delays and potential cost escalation. Tobacco sales have declined […]

Key Business Points Aid withdrawal by development partners is expected to lead to a downturn in Malawi’s property market, with potential project closures and reduced demand for office space. High […]

Key Business Points Malawi’s economy is expected to be severely impacted by the US universal 10 percent tariff, with a predicted decrease of 1.1 percent in total exports, making it […]

Key Business Points NBS Bank plc’s profit is expected to increase by 126% to K73 billion in the first half of 2025, driven by effective asset utilization and a favorable […]

Key Business Points Developing digital skills in secondary school students can lead to financially-rewarding careers in digital media and technology, creating new opportunities for economic growth in Malawi. Practical skills […]

Key Business Points Urgent reforms are needed to address the debt burdens of State-owned enterprises (SOEs) in Malawi, which pose a significant risk to the national budget and fiscal sustainability. […]