Malawi's energy regulator has announced a sharp increase in fuel prices for the second time in four months, citing the need to avert fuel shortages and conserve scarce foreign exchange. Petrol prices have risen by nearly fourty-two percent, while diesel has gone up by about 41%, according to the Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA).

The move comes as President Peter Mutharika's administration seeks to stabilise the economy, negotiate a new support programme with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), restructure public debt, and rebuild dwindling foreign reserves.

Thami Ngubeni spoke to the President of the Economics Association of Malawi (ECAMA) Dr. Bertha Bangara Chikadza.

Malawi's energy regulator has announced a sharp increase in fuel prices for the second time in four months, citing the need to avert fuel shortages and conserve scarce foreign exchange. Petrol prices have risen by nearly fourty-two percent, while diesel has gone up by about 41%, according to the Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA).
The move comes as President Peter Mutharika's administration seeks to stabilise the economy, negotiate a new support programme with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), restructure public debt, and rebuild dwindling foreign reserves.
Thami Ngubeni spoke to the President of the Economics Association of Malawi (ECAMA) Dr. Bertha Bangara Chikadza.

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Malawi's energy regulator announces a sharp increase in fuel prices for the second time in four months

The Swiss Alpine town of Davos is once again hosting the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum, bringing together political, economic and cultural leaders from around the world for high-level talks. 

This year's gathering comes at a moment of heightened geopolitical tension and debate over the future of global cooperation, with U.S. President Donald Trump's agenda dominating discussions. As trade disputes between major powers intensify, does this moment position Africa as a strategic alternative for investment?

 Channel Africa's economics reporter Innocent Semosa has more.

The Swiss Alpine town of Davos is once again hosting the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum, bringing together political, economic and cultural leaders from around the world for high-level talks.&nbsp;
This year's gathering comes at a moment of heightened geopolitical tension and debate over the future of global cooperation, with U.S. President Donald Trump's agenda dominating discussions. As trade disputes between major powers intensify, does this moment position Africa as a strategic alternative for investment?
&nbsp;Channel Africa's economics reporter Innocent Semosa has more.

WEF takes place amid heightened geopolitical tension, debate over the future of global co-operation

Ghana's Chamber of Mines warns that proposed tax and royalty changes could deter investment and slow mining output.

While supporting a sliding‑scale royalty system that boosts state revenue at higher gold prices, the chamber says the current plan would push Ghana up the global tax curve, risking stalled projects and job losses. The warning follows government plans to double royalties and introduce long-term investment stability agreements amid rising gold prices.

Thami Ngubeni spoke to Dr Kenneth Ashigbey, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Chamber of Mines.

Ghana's Chamber of Mines warns that proposed tax and royalty changes could deter investment and slow mining output.
While supporting a sliding‑scale royalty system that boosts state revenue at higher gold prices, the chamber says the current plan would push Ghana up the global tax curve, risking stalled projects and job losses. The warning follows government plans to double royalties and introduce long-term investment stability agreements amid rising gold prices.
Thami Ngubeni spoke to Dr Kenneth Ashigbey, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Chamber of Mines.

Ghana's Chamber of Mines sounds an alarm that proposed tax, royalty changes could deter investment, slow mining output

The Global Soft Power Index 2026, unveiled at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, shows that South Africa continues to hold its position as the leading soft power in Sub-Saharan Africa, although competition from other emerging global brands is intensifying.

In the 2026 rankings, South Africa slipped to 43rd place, down from 36th in 2020. The country also recorded a notable decline in perceptions related to Business and Trade, falling four places to 54th, alongside a drop in its ease of doing business ranking. 

The Global Soft Power Index, published annually by Brand Finance, further highlights that most African countries remain well outside the global top 50, underscoring persistent challenges linked to international reputation, governance perceptions, economic stability, and related structural factors.

 Thami Ngubeni spoke to Jeremy Sampson, Chairman of Brand Finance Africa.

The Global Soft Power Index 2026, unveiled at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, shows that South Africa continues to hold its position as the leading soft power in Sub-Saharan Africa, although competition from other emerging global brands is intensifying.
In the 2026 rankings, South Africa slipped to 43rd place, down from 36th in 2020. The country also recorded a notable decline in perceptions related to Business and Trade, falling four places to 54th, alongside a drop in its ease of doing business ranking.&nbsp;
The Global Soft Power Index, published annually by Brand Finance, further highlights that most African countries remain well outside the global top 50, underscoring persistent challenges linked to international reputation, governance perceptions, economic stability, and related structural factors.
&nbsp;Thami Ngubeni spoke to Jeremy Sampson, Chairman of Brand Finance Africa.

Malawi's energy regulator announces a sharp increase in fuel prices for the second time in four months

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