Author: Vanessa Banda
Malawi Stock Exchange Wipes Out K380 Billion in October – What It Means for Your Business and Portfolio
Key Business Points K380 billion equity loss: Malawi Stock Exchange investors lost roughly K380 billion in October, pushing the market capitalisation down to K26.92 trillion and the All Share Index further into negative […]
Cassava & Potato Value Chains: The Times Group Confronts Economic Challenges in Malawi
Key Business Points Malawi’s cassava and sweet potato potential remains underused, so local processors should start small scale starch and flour production. Export demand is strong for cassava starch, but […]
Debt Threatens Climate Investment Growth – ActionAid for Malawi Entrepreneurs & Investors
Key Business Points Debt repayments are crowding out climate action. ActionAid says Malawi may spend over 70 percent of its national budget on debt in 2026. Businesses should expect less […]
Malawi’s Debt Surges to $4 Billion – What It Means for Business Leaders
Key Business Points External debt rose to K7.09 trillion in 2025, demanding urgent debt‑restructuring plans. Multilateral lenders, led by World Bank IDA, hold most of the debt, limiting private sector financing. The 2026‑27 […]
PPDA Funding Directive Endorsed by Leading Business Experts
Key Business Points The PPDA now requires public institutions to provide proof of funding for major procurement contracts. This is a major governance step that can reduce risk for investors […]
Malawi Keeps AGOA Access: Trade and Investment Benefits for Local Business
Key Business Points Malawi keeps duty-free access to the US market under Agoa in 2027 while 19 African countries lose eligibility, giving local exporters a clear edge. Businesses should add […]
Maiic Strategic Shift Eases Business Crunch for Malawi’s Entrepreneurs
Key Business Points Maiic is launching two projects with IFAD and the World Bank to lower borrowing costs for local firms. The eThrive Project will provide businesses with access to […]
Bridging Information Gaps to Drive Malawi’s Export Growth
Key Business Points Ensure products meet EU safety and documentation standards. Provide SMEs with training on export paperwork and certification. Diversify export portfolio to reduce reliance on few commodities. The […]
Malawi’s China exhibition gap: Strategic implications for investors and entrepreneurs
Key Business Points Malawi’s trade officials must resolve export permit bottlenecks to enable local firms to showcase products at international expos. Building domestic production capacity is essential for Malawian businesses […]
CDHIB Secures Record 13th Title, Reinforcing Malawi’s Deal Advisory Leadership
Key Business Points CDH Investment Bank wins thirteenth Investment Bank of the Year award as profit after tax reaches K43.2 billion in 2025 Strong earnings growth signals deepening capital markets […]