Malawis

A Transformative Agreement: China and Malawi Collaborate in Mining On June 16, 2025, a significant milestone was established during the China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo (CAETE) held in Changsha, China. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed on that day promises to reshape the economic landscape of Malawi, particularly through a large-scale titanium extraction initiative in Salima, alongside the development of a cutting-edge mineral processing facility. This venture is more than just another deal; it’s a…

The Future of U.S. Foreign Aid in Malawi: A Tipping Point for Infrastructure and Development Recently, a significant shift has occurred in U.S. foreign aid that has sent shockwaves through Malawi and beyond. The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), a prominent U.S. foreign aid agency, is in the process of winding down its operations. This decision has resulted in the abrupt cancellation of Malawi’s $350 million Transport and Land Compact. Tragically, only a handful of other projects across the globe will see their…

In Malawi, Dzaleka—the nation’s sole refugee settlement—has begun to receive financial support to alleviate the repercussions of the El Niño weather phenomenon. Thanks to the collaborative efforts of KfW Development Bank and the African Risk Capacity Group, these insurance payouts total nearly U.S.$408,000. This initiative came to fruition after the UN refugee agency in Malawi utilized the group’s innovative Replica program. Essentially, this program allows humanitarian organizations to secure insurance on behalf of…