Malawi

The FAO has warned that Malawi is sliding toward a national nutrition emergency as rising costs of nutritious diets are pushing families toward unhealthy eating habits. Global data shows a dramatic surge in the cost of healthy food, making it unaffordable for most Malawians.

South Africa is advocating for Africa-wide migration discussions amid violent anti-immigrant protests forcing migrants to leave and causing diplomatic tensions. The country seeks to address broader migration issues after a deadly migrant crossing in Ceuta and rejected a proposal to single out its migration crisis at the African Union. Talks will occur at a Southern African Development Community summit involving Malawi, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe.

Zodiak, Malawi's leading private broadcaster, apologized for falsely reporting that President Peter Mutharika had 'sneaked' out of the country. The false story led to a retraction and public apology.

The Super Falcons, 10-time African champions, must defeat Egypt in their final Group C game in Rabat to secure a quarter-final spot, depending on the outcome of the Malawi vs. Zambia match.

LGBTQ+ people in Malawi are calling for government laws to protect their rights due to physical attacks, stigma, and healthcare barriers. Malawian pastors are joining efforts to support victims of violent thugs targeting the community.

Malawi is making progress toward eliminating mother-to-child HIV transmission through a community-based care and treatment program. The program shows a very low HIV positivity rate among HIV-exposed infants across nine districts.

An energy expert has warned that Malawi's power infrastructure is crumbling, demanding urgent overhauls to state-run Escom's maintenance and monitoring systems to address persistent power blackouts.

A South African investor group, Vision Sugar, is seeking to acquire Illovo Sugar, a move that would consolidate control of Africa's sugar, ethanol, and bioenergy markets under a single entity. The potential $800 million to $1.1 billion deal, involving Tongaat Hulett and Illovo, aims to create a regional monopoly in southern Africa, with discussions already initiated with Associated British Foods, Illovo's parent company.

The Interfaith Forum for Peace, Justice and Dialogue (IFPJD) condemned rumors about President Peter Mutharika's health, calling the comments 'irresponsible,' 'inflammatory,' and 'treasonous.' The group described the remarks as alarming.

Four people died and one is hospitalized after a road accident in Malawi's Ntcheu district, highlighting ongoing concerns about road safety enforcement in the country.

The US State Department acknowledged an error in a map shown at the AIDS 2026 conference that incorrectly labeled six African countries, including misplacing Nigeria as landlocked and Mozambique in the Horn of Africa. The error was attributed to a hastily altered slide by a team member, with critics linking it to staff cuts and restructuring under President Trump.

Nnadozie, a 25-year-old player, acknowledged the painful loss of the Super Falcons to Malawi in WAFCON 2026 but affirmed the team's commitment to recover and not let the setback define their campaign.

An alleged human trafficking kingpin was extradited from Malawi to Ethiopia following a joint international operation involving Interpol and Malawian law enforcement.

Malawi's parliament approved two financing bills to authorize the government to receive $130 million (K229 billion) in grant funding from the International Development Association (IDA). The funds aim to strengthen local governance and enhance export-oriented value chains.

A women's farming group in southern Malawi is reinvesting cotton earnings into poultry, livestock, shops, and savings schemes, creating year-round income and financial independence. Their success highlights potential improvements for Malawi's cotton sector if issues with seed quality, pricing, and market access are resolved.

Malawi's Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs is demanding that heads of key legal and governance bodies sign public sector reform agreements. Those refusing must provide justifications for non-compliance.

Malawi's national women's football team defeated Nigeria's reigning champion Super Falcons in a historic upset during Wafcon 2026. The match saw Malawi capitalize on key moments led by the Chawinga sisters despite Nigeria's dominant stretches.

Malawi's Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) has commissioned a 20MW/40MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) to address the country's chronic electricity shortfalls. The project is expected to provide a more stable power supply.

Super Falcons coach Madugu defended the team's tactics following an unexpected defeat to Malawi, which has left the defending champions under pressure ahead of a critical Group C match against Zambia. Questions are being raised about the coach's strategic approach after the loss.

The reigning Super Falcons suffered a historic upset defeat to Malawi in WAFCON 2026, with Malawi's Chawinga sisters leading an inspired performance to overcome the dominant Nigerian side.

Malawi's human rights watchdog has condemned law enforcement officers for the continued torture of inmates, citing disturbing evidence of brutality in the country's prison system. Police and prison officers are urged to abandon torture tactics during interrogations.

A desperate gold miner was crushed to death in an unstable pit collapse, marking the 13th fatality at an illegal mining site in less than a year in Malawi. The tragedy occurred despite ongoing efforts under Operation Samala Mgodi.

WAFCON debutants Malawi defeated 10-time champions Nigeria 3-2 in a dramatic Group C opener at the tournament in Rabat.

Innovators from Malawi's top agricultural university have urged smallholder farmers to adopt modern farming technology following their success at an international innovation contest.

Nigeria’s Super Falcons suffered a shock defeat against Malawi in WAFCON 2026, marking one of the biggest upsets in the competition's history.

A dispute erupted in Malawi's Parliament when a minister accused an MP of citing inflated figures regarding a £24bn repatriation bill, demanding an explanation. The row highlighted tensions over the financial claim's validity.

The Super Falcons, reigning African champions, will start their quest for an 11th WAFCON title in Morocco against debutants Malawi. The team, the continent's most decorated women's national side, aims to defend the title they won against hosts Morocco in the previous edition.

European countries are significantly reducing overseas aid budgets, with the EU cutting its aid by 13.8% in 2025 and member states averaging a 10% decrease. The UK plans to cut aid to countries like Malawi by over 90% by 2029. US President Donald Trump eliminated USAID, and aid cuts are linked to increased deaths and conflicts in Africa.

Malawi faces a visa processing issue as the United States suspends routine visa processing at its Lilongwe embassy, requiring Malawians to travel to Nairobi for applications. This move is part of a deteriorating relationship between Malawi and the United States.

Jane Ansah, Malawi's vice-president, was excluded from Monday's cabinet meeting, marking the first such instance since she assumed office. This exclusion has led to claims of her being gradually marginalised within the government.

The Malawian government plans to recruit 1,100 secondary school teachers and additional primary school teachers to address rising enrollment caused by the free education policy. The move aims to alleviate pressure on overcrowded classrooms.

Malawi's gaming regulator has issued a strong warning against treating gambling as a source of income, as financially strained households increasingly risk essential savings on betting platforms.

Malawi is urged to enhance prisoner rehabilitation and reintegration programs as concerns arise that some presidential pardon recipients have reoffended. A governance expert highlighted the need for stronger measures following reports of fresh crimes linked to pardoned individuals.

Malawi's teenage pregnancy rate has reached 32 percent, prompting two Malawian organizations to advocate for increased investment in adolescent sexual and reproductive health rights, as rates continue to rise despite existing interventions.

Malawi's human rights watchdog has demanded justice for an Indian shopkeeper allegedly tortured to death by his employers over gold theft claims. The watchdog branded the killing 'shocking' and called for the prosecution of those responsible.

Malawi's government is considering tax and duty waivers for investors in fish cage farming to address declining fish catches in Lake Malawi and other natural water bodies. The initiative aims to promote aquaculture as an alternative to dwindling wild fish stocks.

Malawi's mining minister, Thoko Tembo, has been shown projections indicating the Songwe Hill rare earths project could generate $1.91 billion in total economic benefits over its mine life. This potential revenue is seen as a significant boost for Malawi, one of the world's poorest economies.

The UK government plans to reduce its international development funding to Malawi by 60% in 2026-27, with cuts increasing to 90% by 2028-29 compared to 2025-26 levels.

Malawi's Parliamentary Committee on Education, Science and Technology has called for increased government subventions to public universities, warning that persistent underfunding is undermining the quality of higher education across the country.

A 17-year-old British pupil died during a school trip in Malawi after going missing in a lake. The incident occurred while the student was part of an educational trip to the country.