Author: Vanessa Banda
FDH Bank Expands Regional Footprint with Strategic Acquisition of Ecobank Mozambique
Key Business Points Regional expansion: FDH Bank plc has acquired a 98.8 percent stake in Ecobank Mozambique SA, marking a significant milestone in its regional expansion strategy and providing opportunities […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy: Navigating Insurance Industry Disruptions and Opportunities
Key Business Points Insurance brokers play a critical role in expanding insurance access in Malawi, according to Nico Life Chief Operating Officer Chimwemwe Kanyenda. Collaboration and knowledge sharing are key […]
Fueling Malawi’s Economic Resurgence: Turning Challenges into Opportunities
Key Business Points The cost of living in Malawi has increased by 317 percent over the past five years, posing significant challenges for businesses and individuals alike. Inflation has outpaced […]
CDH Investment Bank Wins Coveted 2025 Award, Solidifying its Position as a Catalyst for Malawi’s Economic Growth
Key Business Points CDH Investment Bank has been awarded the prestigious Investment Bank of the Year 2025 award by Global Banking Magazine, recognizing its exceptional performance and innovation in investment […]
RBM Revitalizes Economic Prospects with Strategic Debt Restructuring Initiative
Key Business Points The Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) has successfully negotiated better debt restructuring terms with Afreximbank and Trade and Development Bank (TDB), a move expected to ease the […]
Reserve Bank of Malawi Sticks to 5% Inflation Goal: What This Means for Your Business
Key Business Points The Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) aims to reduce headline inflation to 5 percent in the medium term, despite current rates being over 20 percentage points above […]
Navigating Malawi’s Fiscal Landscape: Expert Insights on Public Debt and Economic Growth
Key Business Points Malawi’s public debt, currently estimated at 85-90% of GDP, poses significant risks to the country’s macroeconomic stability, particularly with pre and post-election spending and geopolitical factors on […]
Navigating Malawi’s Economic Horizon: Capitalizing on Opportunities for Growth and Prosperity
Key Business Points Eelections alone will not fix Malawi’s economic woes: The country’s fragile economy, characterized by high inflation, dwindling forex reserves, and rising public debt, requires more than just […]
MCCCI Pushes for Revolutionary Policy Rate Overhaul to Supercharge Malawi’s Economy
Key Business Points Differential policy rate proposal: The Malawi Confederation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry (MCCCI) has suggested introducing a differential policy rate to increase access to affordable credit […]
Malawi’s Investment Surge: Capitalizing on Emerging Opportunities
Key Business Points Investment in Malawi’s economy is declining, with the share of capital formation in GDP falling from 20.3% in 2017 to 11.2% in 2023, indicating a structural challenge […]