Author: Vanessa Banda
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 […]
Revitalizing Livelihoods: How Malawi’s Business Leaders Can Catalyze Economic Growth and Stability
Key Business Points Malawi’s social protection programs, such as the Social Cash Transfer Programme (SCTP), provide short-term relief but struggle to sustain livelihoods and create jobs due to limited coverage […]
Optimizing Productivity: Centenary Bank’s New Hours to Catalyze Business Growth in Malawi
Key Business Points Reduced weekday hours: Centenary Bank has revised its branch operating hours, closing at 4:00pm from Monday to Friday, which may impact businesses that rely on late afternoon […]
Revolutionizing Malawi’s Economy: Mkango Pioneers Groundbreaking Rare Earth Magnet Facility
Key Business Points Rare earth magnet facility launch: Mkango Resources Limited has welcomed the launch of a rare earth magnet facility in the UK, which is expected to transform rare […]









