Author: Vanessa Banda
Celebrating 30 Years of Pioneering Progress: TNM’s Enduring Legacy of Fueling Malawi’s Economic Ascendancy
Key Business Points TNM plc’s 30-year anniversary marks a significant milestone in Malawi’s digital transformation, with the company investing K1 trillion in network infrastructure and paying K45 billion in taxes […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Fertiliser Market: MBS Cracks Down on Non Compliance to Fuel Business Growth
Key Business Points The Malawi Bureau of Standards (MBS) has found that most fertilizers on the local market meet prescribed standards, but some cases of non-conformity have been detected, including […]
Catalyzing Growth: Empowering Malawi’s SMEs for Economic Prosperity
Key Business Points The Mzinga Incubation Programme is a historic step in nurturing high-potential enterprises and deepening Malawi’s capital market ecosystem, providing mentorship, business and financial management training, and corporate […]
Navigating Opportunities: Revitalizing Malawi’s Investment Landscape
Key Business Points Global investment climate remains challenging, with foreign direct investment in Africa falling 45% in the first half of 2025, affecting Malawi’s ability to attract investors. Investment in […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy through Inclusive Mining Practices
Key Business Points Effective regulation is crucial for mining activities to directly benefit communities and prevent exploitation and environmental harm, according to the Evangelical Association of Malawi (EAM) and its […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy: Igniting Growth through New Listings on the Malawi Stock Exchange
Key Business Points The recent surge in share prices on the Malawi Stock Exchange (MSE) is attributed to limited stocks, which can be addressed by attracting new listings and issuance […]
Measuring the Economic Toll: Quantifying the Cost of Food Insecurity on Malawi’s Businesses and Growth
Key Business Points Food insecurity is a persistent threat to Malawi’s economic future, affecting millions of Malawians and weakening the consumer base. Soaring food prices are draining the nation’s growth, […]
Malawi’s Coffee Sector Set to Yield €280m Annual Dividends
Key Business Points Malawi’s coffee exports could generate an estimated €280 million (about K581 billion) annually if processed to international standards and fully traceable to farmers. Value addition and traceability […]
Malawi’s Fiscal Future on the Line: Can the Budget Drive Economic Revival?
Key Business Points The Malawi government’s K8.05 trillion National 2025/26 Budget is facing a reality check, with the Minister of Finance expected to present a Mid-Year Budget Review Statement that […]
Navigating the Fallout: How Malawi Businesses Can Thrive Amidst Global Commodity Price Volatility
Key Business Points Global commodity prices are projected to fall by 7% in 2025 and 2026, which may squeeze profit margins for Malawi’s farmers despite rising production costs, making it […]