National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has donated K10 million to the Rotary Club of Blantyre in support of an upcoming Rotary District 9210 conference scheduled to take place in Salima from 29 April to 3 May, 2026.

The conference is expected to bring together participants from Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Northern Mozambique, providing a platform for discussions and exchange of ideas on growth, development, and community impact.

The new boss, Bernard Masi

Bank of the nation, National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has appointed Bernard Masi as Head of its Corporate Banking Division, effective April 20, 2026.

In a statement, the bank said Masi brings more than 26 years of experience in banking and finance and has played a key role in the growth of the institution over the years.

Before the appointment, Masi served as General Manager of NBM Development Bank Ltd for five years, where he was instrumental in establishing and leading the institution.

Ulaya (left) and Chidiwa (centre) hand over donated items to a flood victim

Bank of the nation, National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has donated relief items worth K100 million to 450 people affected by floods in Traditional Authority Nkhanga in Nkhotakota District, as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts aimed at supporting affected communities.

The donated items include maize flour, sugar, salt, cooking oil and blankets among others.

Mkwezalamba says National Bank followed procedure

The Human Rights Consultative Committee (HRCC) has come out strongly in defence of National Bank of Malawi (NBM), arguing that the Bank acted within the law in the controversial K5 billion cash withdrawal saga linked to the sale of Amaryllis Hotel.

HRCC chairperson Robert Mkwezalamba said it is misleading to place blame on the Bank when regulatory institutions that were duly informed failed to act.

To say there was ever a dull moment at the Mo626 Southern Region Inter-College Social Weekend would be far from the truth.

From the very first beat to the final song that echoed into the early hours of the morning, the atmosphere was electric, an explosion of music, colour, creativity, and youthful energy that transformed the venue into a living, breathing celebration.

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has announced an increase in its profit-after-tax to K197.97 billion, marking a 95% increase over the recorded previous profit after tax of K101.71 billion in 2024.

In the just-released financial statement signed by Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Harold Jiya, Board Chairperson Grant Kabango, Director Madalo Mwenelupembe, and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Daniel Jere, NBM plc’s results were largely driven by growth in customer deposits, which fueled an increase in the loan book and fixed-income securities.

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has donated MK20 million to AGE Africa to support the education of underprivileged girls, in a move aimed at keeping more learners in school.

Speaking during the cheque presentation on Tuesday , NBM plc Senior Legal Manager, Mercy Mulele said the Bank recognises the importance of investing in education and supporting initiatives that promote equal access to learning.

Dowa-based Mponela FC have been crowned champions of the inaugural National Bank of Malawi (NBM) Under-23 Championship after defeating Karonga United Reserves 3-2 through post-match penalties in an exciting final played at Champion Stadium in Mponela.

The closely contested match ended goalless in regulation time, with both sides creating numerous scoring opportunities but failing to find the back of the net.