The Minister of Transport and Public Works, Jappie Mhango, has announced that the government intends to undertake temporary rehabilitation efforts on the M1 road at the Chiweta section in Rumphi to alleviate the difficulties experienced by motorists during their journeys.
Five people have died in two distinct boat incidents that took place at Mayere dock along the Shire River in Nsanje District, Malawi Data News has learnt.
Nkhata Bay District is expected to experience normal to above normal rainfall during the 2026/2027 rainy season, raising fears of flooding in low lying areas and strong winds that could disrupt fishing and transport on Lake Malawi.
Energy Minister Jean Mathanga has said that 23. 6 million litres of motor fuel purchased by the government are on their way and it is hoped that when they arrive in the country they will alleviate the fuel shortage from next week.
Retail prices of maize in Malawi has increased by 3 percent in September 2026, with the national average price rising from K966 to K997 per kilogramme.
The inflation rate in Malawi has dropped to 19.4 percent in September 2026, from 20 percent recorded in August.
Details have emerged that Malawi is importing a minimum of 1 thousand vehicles monthly.
The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has instructed the National Audit Office (NAO) to annul its 2026 recruitment process for the positions of Assistant Auditor General (IT/IS Forensic) and Auditor, following investigative findings that revealed examination paper breaches and an alleged improper payment involving a high-ranking official.
The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has urged schools and other learning institutions across the country to take immediate measures to protect learners, teachers and support staff from the ongoing heatwave.
The Public Appointments Committee (PAC) of Parliament has directed the Blantyre Water Board (BWB) Board of Directors to prepare a detailed presentation after expressing dissatisfaction with their responses on the institution’s governance procedures.
