By Chisomo Phiri
The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) has raised fuel pump prices by an average of 33.16 percent effective Tuesday midnight .
In a statement made available to this publication, MERA board chairperson Charles Kambauwa says following the adjustment, petrol will now be selling at K3,499 from K2,530 per litre while diesel will be selling at K3,500 from K2,734 per litre.
MERA last revised the pump prices in November 2023.
On the other hand,Castel Malawi Limited has announced upward adjustment of prices for some of its beer and spirit products, effective today Wednesday October 1,2025.
According to a communication from the company, the changes affect popular brands such as Carlsberg Green, Castel Beer, Kuche-Kuche, and Pomme Breeze.
For instance, a 330ml Carlsberg Green will now cost K2,500, up from K2,200.
The company says the move is aimed at ensuring continued product availability, urging customers to bear with the adjustments.
