Author: Vanessa Banda
Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy: Opportunities for Private Sector Growth and Prosperity
Key Business Points Low productivity is hindering the private sector’s growth, leading to low revenues, declining exports, and limited job creation, making it essential for businesses to invest in productivity-enhancing […]
Malawi’s Economic Revival: SMEs Poised for Resurgence in 2026
Key Business Points SMEs in Malawi remain cautiously optimistic about 2026 despite facing significant challenges in 2025, including foreign exchange shortages and high inflation. Improved policy coordination and targeted support […]
Malawi’s Economic Landscape Shifts: Navigating the 25% Decline in Tobacco Demand
Key Business Points The preliminary demand for tobacco from buyers in the 2025/26 selling season stands at 170 million kilogrammes, a 25 percent drop from last year’s 213 million kg, […]
Tobacco Slump: A 20m kg Decline – Navigating New Opportunities in Malawi’s Evolving Economy
Key Business Points Tobacco buyers in Malawi are expected to demand 20 million kilogrammes less tobacco than last year, with a consolidated volume of 170 million kilogrammes, raising concerns over […]
Fueling Growth Amidst Fiscal Challenges: Navigating Malawi’s Economic Landscape
Key Business Points Fiscal discipline is a major concern for Malawi’s business community, with government expenditure doubling from 16% to 31% of GDP between 2011/12 and 2024/25, outpacing regional averages. […]
Fueling Growth: Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy Through Strategic Opportunities
Key Business Points The Malawi Stock Exchange (MSE) recorded exceptional performance in 2025, with the index rising above 260 percent, driven by strong capital formation, rising liquidity, and sustained investor […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Student Housing Market: A Catalyst for Economic Growth and Investment Opportunities
Key Business Points Rising rental costs in Malawi’s student accommodation market, particularly in Chikanda, are outpacing inflation and students’ financial capacity, with some rents increasing by 60-67% in a year. […]
Bakhresa Fuels Growth with Strategic Investment in Malawi’s Hygiene Sector
Key Business Points Investor uncertainty surrounding the new capital gains tax may deter investment in Malawi’s capital market, as investors are unclear on how the tax will be calculated and […]
Shaping Malawi’s Economic Future: New Opportunities Emerge as IMF Leadership Transitions
Key Business Points IMF African Department director Abebe Selassie’s retirement on May 1, 2026, marks the end of a tenure that navigated sub-Saharan Africa’s economic challenges, including those faced by […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy: Navigating Capital Gains Tax Implications for Business Growth
Key Business Points Investors on the Malawi Stock Exchange (MSE) are seeking clarity on the implementation of the capital gains tax, which is set to be introduced in November 2025, […]