As Malawi’s business landscape shifts toward accountability and sustainability, Press Corporation plc has stepped forward with a MK5 million sponsorship to support the upcoming Malawi CEO Connect Forum, a high-level platform expected to shape how companies operate, report, and create long-term value.
The Malawi CEO Connect Forum, scheduled for March 18–19, 2026 in Blantyre, will bring together business leaders, regulators, and policymakers to drive conversations around sustainability and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), reporting.
The event is being convened by Shared Value Africa in partnership with Global Reporting Initiative and Alama Consulting.
Speaking during a symbolic handover ceremony at the company’s head office in Blantyre, PCL Corporate and Public Affairs Manager, Rihanna Rice, stressed the urgency for businesses to adapt to evolving global expectations.
“The business environment is evolving rapidly, and sustainability reporting is increasingly becoming a critical component of how companies demonstrate accountability, resilience, and long-term value creation.”
“Platforms such as Malawi CEO Connect are important in helping organisations understand global standards while contextualising them to Malawi’s development priorities,” said Rice.
As one of Malawi’s leading listed conglomerates, Press Corporation plc says it remains committed to promoting sustainable economic growth, responsible corporate conduct, and knowledge sharing across industries.
Commenting on the partnership, Olive Kawelama, lead consultant for Alama Consulting, which is facilitating the convening locally, welcomed Press Corporation plc’s support and highlighted the importance of private sector leadership in advancing sustainability practices.
“We are encouraged by Press Corporation plc’s commitment to supporting this platform. Bringing together regulators, business leaders, and sustainability practitioners creates an important opportunity for Malawi’s private sector to better understand global sustainability frameworks and how they can be applied in a way that strengthens competitiveness and long-term value creation,” said Kawelama.
The forum will focus on key global frameworks, including the GRI Standards and the IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards, S1 and S2, which are increasingly shaping how companies report on environmental impact, climate risk, and governance practices.
The Malawi CEO Connect Forum is expected to attract CEOs, board members, regulators, and senior executives from across key sectors, setting the stage for a new chapter in how Malawian businesses respond to global sustainability demands.
