Author: Vanessa Banda
Malawi’s Economic Momentum at Risk: Addressing the Growing Bad Loan Crisis
Key Business Points Malawi’s non-performing loan (NPL) levels have exceeded the five percent regulatory threshold, indicating growing financial stress and increased credit risk. Small businesses, especially in the agriculture, manufacturing, […]
Malawi’s Economic Growth Takes Center Stage: Embracing WTO Opportunities
Key Business Points Sustainability is key: Malawi’s commitment to the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies demonstrates its dedication to protecting the environment and conserving global fish stocks. Investing in the future: […]
Maximizing Agricultural Potential: Breaking Through Malawi’s Banana Shortage
Key Business Points Local farmers and traders must increase banana production to meet Malawi’s demand, reducing reliance on imports from neighboring countries. Promoting partnerships between farmers, financial institutions, and other […]
Malawi’s Economy on the Rise: AfDB Seal of Approval
Key Business Points Invest in Diversification: Malawi’s economy is expected to grow, but the country must diversify its exports and industries to reduce reliance on foreign trade and global value […]
Malawi’s Logistics Landscape Strategically Enhanced: Swift Courier Expands its Reach
Key Business Points Expand your reach: Swift Courier’s national expansion drive is a reminder that investing in logistics and delivery services can be a smart business move in Malawi’s growing […]
Malawi’s Economic Growth Halted: Illovo Sugar Export Impasse
Key Business Points The Ministry of Trade and Industry has blocked Illovo Sugar’s export of sugar to prioritize domestic supply, highlighting the government’s efforts to ensure food security and stability […]
Empowering Malawi’s Business Landscape: A Strategic Partnership with the Australian University
Key Business Points Malawi’s business sector can expect enhanced research and development capabilities through a new partnership between the Malawi School of Government (MSG) and Australia’s Royal Melbourne Institute of […]
Sealing the Leap: MRA Introduces Tax Stamps on Import Declarations to Enhance Malawi’s Trade Efficiency
Key Business Points Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) has fully integrated the Automated System for Customs Data and Kalondola (excise tax stamp) System to streamline import declarations and excise stamp requirements […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Economic Growth: Turning Around Declining Wholesale and Retail Sectors
Key Business Points Foreign exchange shortages have significantly impacted Malawi’s wholesale and retail sector, leading to a decline in sector output and economic activity. Policy changes, such as temporary import […]
Boosting Business Opportunities: Malawi’s Sugar Industry Reform Unleashed
Key Business Points The Malawian government is overhauling the sugar industry to address persistent shortages, stabilize prices, and promote local participation in distribution. The reforms prioritize local empowerment in sugar […]