Navigating Malawi’s Economic Landscape: Expert Insights on Mitigating Sovereign Debt Risks
Key Business Points Debt restructuring is crucial for Malawi’s government to avoid defaulting on its debts, which could lead to severe losses for commercial banks and other investors. Diversification of […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Industries: MBS Drives Manufacturers Towards Global Competitiveness
Key Business Points The Malawi Bureau of Standards (MBS) has introduced an international certification system to improve the quality, safety, and marketability of local products, providing a competitive edge for […]
Revitalizing Local Trade: Cherrywood Estate Introduces Rewarding Loyalty Programme for Malawi Businesses
Key Business Points Loyalty cards programme: Cherrywood Estate has introduced a loyalty programme to reward repeat guests, offering discounts, free meals, and exclusive services. Tiered rewards system: The programme features […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Urban Economies: Citywide Social Registry Expansion Set to Catalyze Business Growth
Key Business Points The National Local Government Finance Committee (NLGFC) is set to expand the Malawi Social Registry (MSR) to cover the country’s four main cities, providing a comprehensive platform […]
Capitalizing on Carbon: 90 Day Deadline for Malawi Traders to Tap into Emerging Market Opportunities
Key Business Points Registration deadline: Unregistered carbon credit traders in Malawi have 90 days to register with the Malawi Carbon Registry System or risk being barred from operating, as announced […]
Malawi’s Tobacco Sector Hits $500m Milestone: A Catalyst for Economic Growth
Key Business Points Tobacco sales in Malawi have exceeded last season’s earnings, with a total of $507.4 million (nearly K900 billion) earned as of August 22, 2025, from the sale […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy: Strategies to Overcome Inflation Challenges and Fuel Sustainable Growth
Key Business Points Monetary policy responses to high inflation in Malawi have been deemed insufficient by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), highlighting the need for more effective measures to control […]
Curbing Malawi’s Currency Crisis: Strategies to Safeguard Business Interests and Fuel Economic Growth
Key Business Points The Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) is cracking down on illegal foreign currency transactions, which are a violation of the Foreign Exchange Act, No. 18 of 2025. […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy: Harnessing Export Proceeds for Growth
Key Business Points Exporters must repatriate proceeds within 120 days to avoid penalties, as per the new Foreign Exchange (Repatriation of Export Proceeds) Directive of 2025. Timely repatriation is crucial […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy: Key Strategies for Sustained Growth and Prosperity
Key Business Points Fiscal transparency is crucial for Malawi’s economic growth, and the current level of uncertainty around key macro variables makes it challenging to make informed decisions, with the […]