Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy: Navigating Tax Reforms for Business Growth
Key Business Points The government’s decision to raise the Value Added Tax (VAT) by 1 percentage point may have a negative impact on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and low-income […]
Capital Gains Tax: A Barrier to Equity Investment Growth in Malawi’s Economy
Key Business Points The newly amended capital gains tax in Malawi will apply to all share disposals, regardless of the length of time they have been held, which may discourage […]
CoP30 Outcome: Navigating the Low Carbon Opportunity for Malawi’s Business Growth
Key Business Points Climate change efforts: The United Nations Climate Summit, CoP30, ended without new commitments to reduce fossil fuel use, despite pressure from over 80 countries, which may impact […]
‘Revolutionizing Malawi’s Economy through Pioneering Energy Solutions’
Key Business Points Scaling energy innovations is crucial for Malawi to reduce its dependency on biomass, expand electricity access, and build a resilient energy future, with experts emphasizing the need […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy: Driving Growth through Diversified Production
Key Business Points Malawi must transition from potential to productive capacity to compete in regional and global markets, with a focus on building scale and large-scale industrial capacity. Financing must […]
Malawi’s Pension Funds Surge to K5.4 Trillion: A Game Changer for Business Growth and Investment
Key Business Points The pension sector in Malawi has seen a significant 54.4% increase in funds to K5.4 trillion as of June 2025, driven by strong investment income returns and […]
US Tariffs Pose Significant Risk to Malawi’s Export Driven Growth
Key Business Points Malawi’s export earnings and foreign exchange stability are at risk due to new US tariff measures, which could lead to a 27% decline in US imports from […]
Stabilizing Maize Prices: A Catalyst for Malawi’s Economic Growth
Key Business Points Maize prices have dropped by 2% in October 2025, with the national average recorded at K1,240 per kilogram, providing temporary relief to consumers and businesses. Timely and […]
Powering Growth: Egenco Revitalizes Nkula Station, Energizes Malawi’s Economy
Key Business Points Power generation restored: Electricity Generation Company (Egenco) has resumed power generation at Nkula Power Station, increasing available capacity to 367 megawatts (mw) from 232mw, offering relief to […]
Revitalizing Malawi’s Economy: B20 South Africa 2025 Ignites New Opportunities for Growth and Prosperity
Key Business Points Inclusive growth is a key theme at the B20 South Africa 2025 Summit, with a focus on mainstreaming women and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to drive […]