Navigating the Shifting Landscape: Harnessing Opportunities in Malawi’s Evolving Economy
Key Business Points Mining sector revenues in Malawi could reach over $200 million annually by the early 2030s, accounting for roughly 10% of the government’s income, under a "business-as-usual" scenario […]
Reshaping Malawi’s Financial Landscape: A New Debt Restructuring Proposal Raises Stakes for Local Banks
Key Business Points Debt restructuring is being considered by the government to address Malawi’s unsustainable domestic debt of K21.6 trillion, with a focus on reducing debt service costs that are […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy: UNDP and KfW Partner to Drive Climate Resilient Growth
Key Business Points Malawi’s transition to a sustainable and climate-resilient economy is urgent, with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and German Development Cooperation calling for private sector involvement through […]
Malawi’s $3.74bn External Debt Stock: A New Era of Financial Opportunity and Growth
Key Business Points Malawi’s external public debt stock has reached $3.74 billion (approximately K6.55 trillion), with the World Bank being the country’s largest external creditor, holding 50% of the long-term […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy: Govt Sets Sights on Overhauling User Fees and Charges to Stimulate Business Growth
Key Business Points The Ministry of Finance, Economic Planning and Decentralisation is reviewing user fees and charges to reflect the true economic cost of providing social services and public goods, […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy: Overcoming Distortions for Sustainable Growth and Prosperity
Key Business Points Improving corporate governance in State Owned Enterprises (SOEs) is crucial to harness their revenue potential and reduce their burden on the treasury, as emphasized by experts in […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy: Turning Deficits into Opportunities for Growth and Prosperity
Key Business Points Fiscal deficits are widening in Malawi, reflecting a mixture of structural and policy challenges, spending pressure, rigid recurrent commitment, and narrow revenue base, which have eroded fiscal […]
Egenco Set to Revitalize Malawi’s Power Grid with 31 Megawatt Restoration by Year End
Key Business Points Egenco’s maintenance of Tedzani 3 generation machines is expected to be completed by the end of this month, restoring 31 megawatts of electricity to the grid. Diversification […]
Revolutionizing Regional Trade: Malawi Fintech Pioneer Sets Sights on Borderless Growth
Key Business Points Kwenda’s expansion into Zambia marks a significant milestone for the Malawian travel technology start-up, demonstrating growing confidence in local technology and rising regional demand for modern solutions. […]
Malawi’s Economic Resurgence: Surging Tax Revenue Fuels Growth Opportunities
Key Business Points Revenue growth: Malawi’s tax revenue increased by almost 70 percent in October, indicating a positive trend for the country’s fiscal performance. Expenditure balance: The government’s expenditure nearly […]