Navigating Fertiliser Price Shocks: Strategies for Malawi Businesses to Mitigate Costs and Sustain Growth
Key Business Points Global commodity prices are projected to decline to their lowest level in six years by 2026, presenting opportunities for Malawian businesses to negotiate better deals with international […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy: Small Firms Push for Forex Solutions to Fuel Growth
Key Business Points The Small Scale Business Importers and Exporters Association is urging the new administration to prioritize addressing foreign exchange scarcity, which is exacerbating the country’s economic challenges. The […]
Malawi’s Financial Future Secured: Government Moves to Reassure Investors and Stimulate Economic Growth
Key Business Points Debt obligations: Malawi’s government is committed to meeting its debt obligations, despite economic volatility, which is a positive sign for investor confidence. Economic stability: The government’s assurance […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy: Alternative Strategies for Sustainable Growth
Key Business Points Foreign exchange challenges in Malawi require a multifaceted approach, with the government considering a "cocktail" of policies to address shortages on both the supply and demand side, […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy: Ministry Endorses Innovative SMEs Incubator Programme for Business Growth
Key Business Points The Ministry of Industrialisation, Business, Trade and Tourism is supporting initiatives like the 265 Pitch Night Consortium to foster innovation and business incubation among young entrepreneurs in […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Agriculture Sector: A Catalyst for Economic Growth
Key Business Points Prioritized spending and strengthened oversight in agriculture programs are crucial for achieving productivity, boosting exports, and creating jobs for the youth in Malawi. The government needs to […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Workforce: Harnessing Technical Education for Economic Growth
Key Business Points Technical education in Malawi is struggling to keep pace with global technology advancements, affecting the country’s ability to produce skilled workers who can drive innovation and economic […]
Malawi’s Economic Horizon: Navigating Challenges for Sustainable Business Growth
Key Business Points Economic growth in Malawi is projected to be 1.9 percent in 2025, below the population growth rate, making poverty reduction unlikely. The agricultural sector needs to be […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Industrial Base: Turning the Tide on Slowing Production
Key Business Points Foreign exchange scarcity, high inflation, and rising input costs are major obstacles to businesses in Malawi, hindering their ability to fully utilize their installed productive capacity. The […]
Malawi’s Maize Market SeesSharp 20.8% Uptick in September: Opportunities and Challenges for Local Businesses
Key Business Points Maize price surge: The price of a 50-kilogramme bag of maize in Lilongwe has increased by 20.8 percent, from K59,500 to K71,875, between August and September 2025. […]