Powering Malawi’s Mining Sector: Overcoming Energy Challenges for Economic Growth
Key Business Points High operational costs due to dependence on diesel-powered generators are affecting the Kayelekera Uranium Mine’s operations, but the company expects this to be a short-term issue. Lotus […]
K3 Trillion Domestic Spend in Just 4 Months: A Shot in the Arm for Malawi’s Economy
Key Business Points Fiscal deficit concerns: Malawi’s national budget shows signs of fiscal overstretch, with revenue growth lagging behind spending, highlighting the need for effective fiscal management to ensure economic […]
Fueling Malawi’s Economic Growth: High Yields from Strategic Investments
Key Business Points High interest rates have contributed to a significant surge in National Investment Trust plc’s (Nitl) share value, profit, and gross return, making it an attractive opportunity for […]
Igniting Growth: Revitalizing Malawi’s Foreign Investment Landscape for Economic Prosperity
Key Business Points Malawi’s foreign direct investments (FDIs) remain below the 10-year average, indicating a need for the country to address domestic structural constraints and improve its investment attractiveness. The […]
Malawi’s $530 Million Tobacco Windfall: A Catalyst for Economic Growth
Key Business Points Tobacco earnings have reached $530 million after 25 weeks of sales, with 212 million kilogrammes of tobacco sold at $2.49 per kg, highlighting the significant contribution of […]
17 Nations Partner with Malawi to Supercharge Economic Growth through Energy Cooperation
Key Business Points Electricity access expansion: Malawi has joined 16 other African governments in committing to reforms and investment plans under Mission 300, a World Bank and African Development Bank […]
Airtel Malawi’s Surging Success: 39% Revenue Uptick Fuels Economic Momentum
Key Business Points Airtel Malawi’s revenue has increased by 39 percent to K163.8 billion in the first half of 2025, compared to K117.9 billion during the same period last year, […]
Navigating Malawi’s Economic Landscape: Opportunities and Challenges for Businesses Under New Leadership
Key Business Points Economic Challenges Ahead: Malawi’s new government, led by President Peter Mutharika, faces significant economic hurdles that will require strategic planning and bold decision-making to overcome. Investment Opportunities: […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Pension Sector: A New Era of Growth and Opportunity
Key Business Points The Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) has introduced a new directive to strengthen oversight of life insurance and pension fund administration, allowing for offshore investment and promoting […]
FDI Flow: Navigating Opportunities and Risks for Malawi’s Economic Growth
Key Business Points Investment growth slowdown: Malawi’s investment growth has slowed by nearly half in the past two decades, according to the World Bank Group, which may impact the country’s […]