Business woman and philanthropist Triephonia Mpinganjira has launched a K20 million project to help rural women entrepreneurs boost their businesses. Writing on her Facebook page, Triephonia said the initiative represents a step forward in addressing the challenges faced by rural…
Healthy Harvest Farm and Fresh Foods, agribusiness in Mzuzu, is transforming the local horticulture industry with its commitment to sustainable farming practices and community empowerment. Established by Donita Moyo in 2021, a medical laboratory scientist turned entrepreneur, the farm specialises…
Nsanje District Council has been awarded for performing well in the implementation of the Social Cash Transfer Programme (SCTP). Social Welfare Officer responsible for Social Cash Transfer Programme for Nsanje Abdul-Razack Duwa said the achievement is because of a good…
In a quest to empower youths and unlock their full potential, a Lilongwe-based youth oriented organisation, Youth Action For Success and Development (YASD) is set to launch an innovation space. The cutting-edge facility will provide a safe and conducive environment…
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has set aside funds of up to US$ 2.2 million to help in funding bicycle-related innovative ideas under a project called “Tchoova Njinga Innovation Challenge”. Under the initiative, Malawian innovators are being…
A group of enterprising youths from Demera Extension Planning Area (EPA) in Traditional Authority Kabudula on the outskirts of Lilongwe city has come together to launch a cooking oil manufacturing venture. The group, comprising 15 members, is manufacturing cooking oil,…
Five innovators from Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (MUBAS), University of Malawi and Unicaf have been awarded K7 million and K12 million grants to develop their innovations. These grants are part of the Unipod Malawi Faculty-Student Programme supported…
While to many snails are often viewed as slimy and disgusting creatures, Goodfellow Phiri, a Lilongwe-based innovator, has found a way to turn them into a lucrative business. Phiri’s company, Environmental Industries, has developed a unique body lotion called “Gezina…
Greencare Waste Solutions won top prize, a waste recycling equipment worth K2 million, solidifying their position as a leader in innovative waste management solutions. The event, organised on December 13, 2024, by Waste Advisers, brought together Five waste management entrepreneurs…
Located in Blantyre, Malawi, Vitumbiko Farm founded in 2021 by Funny Vitumbiko is transforming agriculture with a focus on sustainable farming. “The farm produces a variety of agricultural products, including cereals, vegetables, and organic fertilisers, with the latter being a…