Competition and Fair Trading Commission of Malawi

05/08/2026

COMMISSIONERS GET MORE TRAINING ON COMPETITION, CONSUMER POLICY

The Competition and Fair Trading Commissioners are this week going through an induction and training programme which will see them understand competition and consumer protection policy.

Speaking during the opening of the induction and training programme on Tuesday 4th August 2026 at BICC Hotel in Lilongwe, Competition and Fair Trading Commission Chairperson Jimmy Koreia Mpatsa said the trainings are very important.

“We need to be well grounded in terms of understanding these issues. The decisions that we make as Commissioners have a serious bearing in terms of consumer welfare and business operations,” said Mpatsa.

Speaking earlier during the training, CFTC Chief Executive Officer, Desmond Kaunda thanked the European Union in Malawi for their support to have the Commissioners trained.

Apart from this week’s training, the Commissioners went through an orientation in January 2026 where they were introduced to some or the competition and consumer protection principles.

Later this month, some of the Commissioners will also go a training in Kenya with support from the Comesa Competition & Consumer Commission.

06/07/2026

09/06/2026

PRESS RELEASE

RECENT DECISIONS BY THE COMPETITION AND FAIR TRADING COMMISSION

The Competition and Fair Trading Commission (“the Commission”) held its 75th Meeting on 8th May 2026, to consider and adjudicate over cases of anti-competitive business practices and unfair trading conducts.

The Commission adjudicated over a total of 14 cases out of which 3 were closed at preliminary stage, due to among others lack of merit and early resolution of the issues at hand.

During the sitting, the Commission has ordered six companies to pay administrative monetary fines totaling MK361 million for different violations as provided under the Competition and Fair Trading Act (CFTA). The Commission has also ordered six companies to pay refunds to consumers amounting to over K126 million.

This statement presents summaries on some of the cases that were decided during the recent sitting of the Commission.

For more information on this statement, contact Innocent Helema on 0880725075 or email [email protected].

DESMOND KAUNDA
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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RECENT DECISIONS BY THE COMPETITION AND FAIR TRADING COMMISSION Published On - June 9, 2026 CFTC Press Release The Competition and Fair Trading Commission (“the Commission”) held its 75th Meeting on 8th May 2026, to consider and adjudicate over cases of anti-competitive business practices and un...

01/06/2026

CFTC actively monitors contract farming - Kaunda
The Competition and Fair Trading Commission (CFTC) actively monitors and evaluates contract farming to ensure that they are fair to all parties involved.

Speaking during a community sensitization meeting at Ndalama Village T.A Khongoni in Lilongwe on Friday 29th May, CFTC Chief Executive Officer, Desmond Kaunda said the Commission provide guidance to both farmers and buying companies on best practices, inspect marketplaces.

“We investigate complaints where companies may be using unfair terms such as complicated language, failure to disclose pricing structures, or delaying payments, that disadvantage the farmer,” said Kaunda.

From May 19 to 29, 2026, the Competition and Fair Trading Commission (CFTC) conducted a nationwide campaign to sensitize rural communities on consumer protection, competition laws, and contract farming.

Through this initiative, the CFTC aims to bridge the information gap in rural areas. By bringing essential knowledge directly to these communities, the Commission empowers citizens to identify and avoid unfair trading practices, such as the sale of defective or uncertified goods, while ensuring they understand their rights, how to report violations, and how to hold businesses accountable.

In March, through a similar initiative, the CFTC visited the rural areas of Dowa, Mchinji, Thyolo, Blantyre, Rumphi, Nkhata Bay, Dedza, and Ntcheu

29/05/2026

Starting on May 19, 2026, the Competition and Fair Trading Commission (CFTC) conducted a nationwide campaign to sensitize rural communities on consumer protection, competition laws, and contract farming. Here women in Balaka dance during one of the visits