Category: Business News
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The Cost of Default: State Backed Loans and Malawi’s Economic Health
Key Business Points: Malawi’s State-backed lending institutions show drastically different loan recovery rates, with some recovering just over half of disbursed funds while others achieve recovery rates above 85%. Political […]
Govt & IPPs Forge Path for Forex Repatriation Reform: Implications for Malawi’s Business Landscape
Key Business Points Malawi’s energy sector faces a bottleneck as 21 Independent Power Producers have been licensed but only four have launched operations, delaying much-needed investment and electricity supply. Foreign […]
Stay Compliant, Stay Open: Blantyre Council Urges License Renewals to Keep Your Business Thriving
Key Business Points Blantyre City Council has set an April 1 deadline for renewing all business licenses; renewal is now open and must be completed in person at the civic […]
World Bank Flags Economic Risks of Malawi Visa Policy Overhaul
Key Business Points Visa restrictions on key tourist markets could harm Malawi’s competitiveness and deter high-value visitors seeking entry or investment opportunities Increased visa fees may limit tourism growth and […]
MCCCI Chief Highlights Trade Impact as Reelection Bid Gains Momentum
Key Business Points Chamber leadership change ahead – Wisely Phiri’s term as president ends, signaling a shift in private sector representation in Malawi. Era of revitalized influence – Phiri is […]
Government Prioritizes Funding to Energize Malawi’s Mining SectorGrowth
Key Business Points – Malawi’s Department of Mining is seeking K114 billion in additional funding to accelerate mineral exploration and development projects across the country. – Proposed investments will target […]
Digital Procurement Mandate Launches: Transforming Malawi’s Business Landscape
Key Business Points Government entities must adopt Malawi National Electronic Procurement System (Maneps) by April 1, 2026, streamlining public procurement processes. This shift aims to enhance transparency, reduce corruption, and […]
Boosting Energy Investment: Malawi Commission Seeks K2bn for Critical Funding
Key Business Points NPC’s funding shortfalls could delay implementation of Malawi 2063, affecting investment and development projects. K2 billion additional funding is needed for key initiatives including value chain development […]
Only 10.3% Have Permanent Jobs – How Malawi’s Workforce Could Transform Your Business
Key Business Points Only 10.3 percent of Malawian workers have permanent jobs, as most employment is informal and self-driven, mainly in agriculture. 61.2 percent of working-age adults are unemployed, with […]
Mining Giants Under Fire: What the Latest Scrutiny Means for Malawi’s Business Landscape
Key Business Points: Parliamentary concerns over resource overlap as MPs warn Mamico’s focus on mineral exploration may duplicate efforts of the Geological Survey Department. Potential funding challenges ahead with the […]