Author: Vanessa Banda
Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy: Harnessing the Power of Competitive Pricing
Key Business Points Tobacco growers are calling for a review of the cost of production formula to account for climate change-related uncertainties, which are increasing production costs and affecting profits. […]
Malawi Telecom Giant TNM Rewards Employees with 20% Salary Hike and 3 Month Bonus, Fueling Business Growth and Talent Retention
Key Business Points Record financial performance in 2025 has led to Telecom Networks Malawi (TNM) rewarding its employees with bonuses equivalent to three months’ salary, indicating a positive trend in […]
Navigating Malawi’s Fiscal Landscape: Strategies to Mitigate High Borrowing Costs and Fuel Business Growth
Key Business Points High lending rates in Malawi are deterring businesses from borrowing, with average rates at 37.3 percent, while deposit rates are only 4.3 percent, making it unattractive for […]
Revitalizing State Enterprises: A New Era for Malawi’s Economic Growth and Investment Opportunities
Key Business Points The government plans to transform State-owned enterprises (SOEs) to drive economic growth and relieve the financial burden on the Central government. Private sector investment is crucial for […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy: Navigating Forex Challenges and Policy Reforms for Sustainable Growth
Key Business Points Access to foreign exchange remains a challenge for Malawi’s private sector, with the Malawi Confederation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry (MCCCI) calling for a further reduction […]
Safeguarding Malawi’s Economy: Mwanamvekha Cracks Down on Illicit Banking Transactions
Key Business Points Financial institutions and money transfer operators must comply with anti-money laundering regulations to avoid crippling the economy and facing severe consequences, including closure. The Bankers Association of […]
Taming Inflation: Malawi’s 28.4% Rate Sparks New Opportunities for Business Growth
Key Business Points Inflation rate drops: Malawi’s annual inflation rate has decreased to 28.4 percent, a 3.8 percentage point drop from 2024, driven by declining food prices, which is expected […]
Reshaping Malawi’s Financial Landscape: Navigating Debt Relief for Economic Revival
Key Business Points Debt restructuring efforts will target inflated projects and dollar-denominated promissory notes, with the government applying haircuts to reduce the amount owed to creditors. The government will work […]
Powering Malawi’s Growth: Catalyzing Climate Resilient Opportunities for Business Success
Key Business Points Invest in climate-resilient production systems to strengthen the economy and boost private sector productivity, as recommended by the Malawi Confederation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry (MCCCI). […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy: Expert Insights on FISP’s Impact and Opportunities for Growth
Key Business Points Malawi’s Farm Inputs Subsidy Programme (Fisp) has limited impact on food security despite consuming over two-thirds of agriculture and food-sector spending, according to economist Marvin Banda. The […]