Malawi President Names Finance Minister, Replaces Security Heads

Malawi President Names Finance Minister, Replaces Security Heads

Malawi’s president appointed a new finance minister and replaced his security chiefs after being sworn in at the weekend.

Malawi's president appoints economist Mwanamvekha as finance minister

Malawi’s newly-elected President Peter Mutharika named Joseph Mwanamvekha as finance minister late on Sunday, returning him to a role he held from 2016 to 2020 as the country faces challenges such as foreign exchange shortages and rising living costs. Mwanamvekha is an economist and former banker and served during Mutharika’s first administration.  His appointment comes as Malawi faces ongoing fuel shortages, debt distress and a constrained busi…

Old Guard, New Crisis: Malawi’s Mutharika Returns Amid Rising Uncertainty – The North Africa Post

At 85, Peter Mutharika has reclaimed Malawi’s presidency in a dramatic political comeback, nearly a decade after losing the office in a court-overturned election. Sworn in on Saturday (4 Oct) at Kamuzu Stadium, he now becomes Africa’s second-oldest sitting leader — second only to Cameroon’s Paul Biya. Mutharika won a decisive 56% of the vote […]

President Mutharika Unveils New Cabinet and Key Government Appointments

President Arthur Peter Mutharika has announced the first line-up of his administration, appointing new ministers and senior officials to head various sectors of government. Mutharika, who was sworn in last Saturday at Kamuzu Stadium in Blantyre, moved quickly to fill critical posts as his government begins work. In his appointments, Enock Kanzingeni Chihana of the Alliance for Democracy (AFORD) has been named Second Vice President. Former cabine…

Mwanamvekha Appointed Minister of Finance by President Arthur Peter Mutharika - Malawi Freedom Network

By Suleman Chitera Lilongwe, Malawi — October 2025: President Arthur Peter Mutharika has appointed Hon. Joseph Mathyola Mwanamvekha as Malawi’s new Minister of Finance, marking a key step in shaping the country’s economic direction under the newly announced Cabinet. The appointment of Mwanamvekha, a seasoned economist and former banker, has been received with optimism by economic observers and the business community. Known for his strategic fina…

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