Author: Vanessa Banda
Malawi to Sign Landmark Nacala Rail Agreement, Revolutionizing Trade and Investment Opportunities
Key Business Points Regional economic integration is set to deepen with the signing of a landmark declaration on the rehabilitation of Malawi’s existing railway line and construction of a new […]
Malawi’s Economy Sees Respite: November’s Slight Dip in Cost of Living Yields New Business Opportunities
Key Business Points The cost of living in Malawi decreased marginally by 0.07 percent in November 2025, driven mainly by slightly lower food costs, which is a positive sign for […]
FInES Injects $66m into Malawi’s MSMEs, Fueling Growth and Prosperity
Key Business Points The World Bank-funded Financial Inclusion and Entrepreneurship Scaling (FInES) Project has disbursed over $66 million to micro, small, and medium enterprises in Malawi since 2021, exceeding its […]
Navigating Malawi’s Trade Gap: Opportunities for Growth and Economic Resurgence
Key Business Points Malawi’s trade deficit has widened to $2.44 billion between January and November 2025, up from $2.32 billion during the same period last year, posing a significant challenge […]
Malawi Airlines Expands Horizons: New Entebbe Route Takes Flight, Opening Fresh Trade and Investment Avenues
Key Business Points Increased connectivity: Malawi Airlines’ new Lilongwe-Entebbe route will boost trade, tourism, and people-to-people interaction between Malawi and East Africa, particularly Uganda. Support for local businesses: The airline […]
Sweet Spot Under Threat: Illovo Sugar’s 25% Production Slump Rings Alarm Bells for Malawi’s Economy
Key Business Points Illovo Sugar Malawi’s production has fallen by 25% from its 2021 peak, with the company now producing approximately 200,000 tonnes annually, down from 297,000 tonnes. Adverse weather […]
Revolutionizing Risk Management: UGI and Old Mutual’s Groundbreaking Insurance Solutions for Malawi’s Business Leaders
Key Business Points Diversify your insurance offerings: United General Insurance (UGI) and Old Mutual Life Assurance Company have launched Auto360, a comprehensive insurance product that combines motor and life insurance […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Coffee Sector: A Catalyst for Economic Growth
Key Business Points Reforms are needed to create a conducive environment for coffee growers and other actors in the value chain to thrive, according to stakeholders in the industry. Inclusion […]
Q3 Kwacha Rebound: A Turning Point for Malawi’s Economic Growth
Key Business Points The Kwacha gained ground against major currencies such as the British Pound and Euro in the third quarter of 2025, with a 2 percent and 0.4 percent […]
RBM Sounds Alarm: Navigating Non Food Price Hikes for a Resilient Malawian Economy
Key Business Points Inflation outlook remains uncertain due to rising non-food inflation, which could offset the easing of food inflation, and businesses should monitor price trends to adjust their strategies […]