Tags : economy

ECONOMIST TIPS GOVT AHEAD OF SADC SUMMIT

By Wilson Allan Phiri  An economic expert Professor Ben Kalua has tipped the Malawi government to make use of the forthcoming SADC heads of state summit to lobby for tax amendments on trade deals in the region. Malawi will host the summit which is expected to run from 9th August to 18th August in Lilongwe. […]Read More

MALAWI’S ECONOMY CRUMBLES AT THE FEET OF COVID-19

By Kenson McCloud Polytechnic based economist has cited covid-19 pandemic and anti-government protests as major factors which stalled the country’s economic progress. Dr Tchereni Betchani says the year 2020 will go a long way in Malawi’s history as it was characterized by uncertainties largely due to the globe pandemic which has affected several sectors and […]Read More

EXPERTS EXPRESS OPTIMISM OVER CHAKWERA’S VISIT TO ZAMBIA

The Polytechnic based economic expert Betchani TcherenisaysPresident Lazarus Chakwera’s maiden state visit to Zambia this week is economically viable to Malawi.  Speaking to Timveni, Tchereni said the two neighbors have rich bilateral ties hence the one-day trip will further boost trade between Lilongwe and Lusaka.   According to Tchereni, Malawi stands to benefit from the […]Read More

MALAWI ECONOMY TO BENEFIT FROM UPLIFTING OF COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS

A Chancellor Collage based economic expert has said Malawi’s economy stands to benefit a lot following South Africa’s easing of its lockdown.  Among other measures, Pretoria is reopening its borders to international travel which Professor Ben Kalua says is vital for recovery of Malawi’s economy. Speaking to Timveni, Kalua said Malawi will be able to […]Read More