Akossa Hiwa-Partnership will ease payment processes

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) Plc and Blantyre City Council (BCC) have partnered to ensure Blantyre City residents are able to pay for various services through the Bank’s digital platforms. 

NBM Plc’s Marketing and Corporate Affairs Manager, Akossa Hiwa said the partnership will help ease the payment processes for city rates and other services offered by BCC to its residents. 

“For now, only city rates have been enabled. Soon we will include Business Licenses. NBM Plc account holders registered on Mo626ice will be able to pay at their convenience and not have to go to the Bank or BCC offices for payments.” 

An NBM Plc official handing over the instant prize to the lucky customer right

National Bank of Malawi Plc says the number of customers utilizing their digital platforms has grown beyond expectation since the launch of the ‘Popanda Chifukwa’ Mo626Pay/POS Promotion in December last year.

The Bank’s Cards Acquiring and Merchants Services Manager, David Tamula said this during the third monthly draw of the promotion which took place in Zomba.

Tamula observed the storming sessions that the Bank has been conducting in various outlets for instant prizes have also brought excitement amongst the customers.

“The promotion was designed just to appreciate our customers’ loyalty as we also complement government efforts in ensuring we have a cashless society. Customers have always embraced our digital platforms but this time it has gone beyond our expectation.”

The Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) has commended National Bank of Malawi (NBM) Plc for its dedication towards nurturing creativity and resourcefulness within the agricultural sector, thereby shaping the future of Malawi.

The sentiments were expressed during the 2024 celebrations of LUANAR’s Innovations and Talents Day, themed ‘Unleashing Creativity for Purpose2024’ at Bingu International Conference Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe on Wednesday. 

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) Plc. says it has made strides in empowering women to grow professionally and financially in the country.

One of the Bank's Directors, Bernadette Malunga, said in an interview ahead of the International Women’s Day (IWD) commemoration, which falls on 8 March), that promoting women in leadership positions and building their capacity is one of the bank's priorities.

“If they want to improve their education, we provide training opportunities so that they can further their studies, which in the long run may push them to acquire leadership positions within the company.

Tapempha Medical Care Centre in Namitete, Lilongwe and instert; Dr Mabedi

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When Dr Thandie Mabedi decided to quit her job, she dreamed of owning a clinic where Malawians could access no-fee specialist services they obtain beyond the borders.

The medical doctor and her husband opened Uromed Clinic in Lilongwe in 2020 to fulfil her dream.

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) Plc has been rated the best Bank in Malawi and Central Africa by the France-Based Media Group, Africa Report.

The Media Group, which also publishes a monthly Magazine called ‘Jeune Afrique’, has ranked NBM Plc 20th among the 200 African Institutions which has South Africa’s Capitec Bank leading the list.

According to the methodology used in the ranking, which has been posted on their Africa Report Website, the ranking composed five criteria: profitability, liquidity, solvency, and size.

Hiwa (Right) handing over the cheque to Damson

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) Plc has contributed K2.5 million towards this year’s Wealth Woman Summit slated for Friday and Saturday in Lilongwe.

Speaking after presenting the Cheque to the Summit organisers on Wednesday, NBM Plc’s Marketing and Corporate Affairs Manager, Akossa Hiwa said the Bank considered partnering with Wealth Magazine as it commits to fostering female representation in leadership positions and providing equal opportunities for career growth.

“Critically, this summit, organized by Wealth Magazine, serves as a platform to champion the cause of diversity, challenge stereotypes, and create opportunities for women from diverse backgrounds to thrive.”

Ibrahim Chapeyama from NBM (right) handing over a prize to of the instant winners

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc over the weekend, continued to splash various prizes to 78 customers in the ‘Popanda Chifukwa POS/MoPay’ promotion currently running.

The Bank conducted its second monthly draw at Mzuzu Shoprite Mall on Saturday, where hundreds of customers also had a chance to win instant prizes after purchasing goods using the NBM’s debit cards, Mo626 Pay, and Point-of-Sale machines.