REGIONAL ENERGY REGULATORS MEET IN LILONGWE
Energy regulators from across the region have converged in Lilongwe, Malawi, for a crucial meeting aimed at harmonizing energy regulations and sharing best practices. The Regional Energy Regulatory Association (RERA) Subcommittee Meetings, which kicked off today at the Bingu International Convention Centre, bring together representatives…
MERA Supports Energy Efficient Solutions at World Creativity and Innovation Day 2024
The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) has thrown its weight behind DEK Engineering, a local company, to showcase their innovative energy efficient solutions at the World Creativity and Innovation Day 2024. The event, held at the Bingu International Convention Centre, brought together innovators, entrepreneurs, and…
MERA to Host Meetings of Regional Energy Regulators Association of Southern Africa
The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) will from 6 – 10 May and 4 -7 June, 2024 host portfolio and subcommittee meetings of the Regional Energy Regulators Association of Southern Africa (RERA) at Bingu International Convention Centre in Lilongwe. RERA is a formal association of…
Energising the Mining Industry: MERA Participates in 2024 Mining Investment Forum
The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) participated in the 2024 Mining Investment Forum, held on April 23-24 at the Bingu International Convention Centre in Lilongwe. The forum brought together key stakeholders in the mining industry to discuss investment opportunities, challenges, and solutions. MERA’s participation highlighted…
Did you know that Petrol is blended with Fuel Ethanol?
Fuel Ethanol Benefits Fuel Ethanol is environmentally friendly. It improves combustion efficiency in Petrol engines. Local production of Fuel Ethanol reduces the petrol import bill. Fuel Ethanol Producers Currently Fuel Ethanol is produced from sugarcane molasses and the producers are EthCo in Dwangwa, and…
Applications for Interviews for Issuance of Electrical Installation Permits
Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) invites eligible electrical and renewable energy installers and suppliers to apply for certification interviews to be conducted by the Electrical Installation Permits Committee (IPCO). All Electrical and Renewable Energy Installers and Suppliers who are not yet certified by MERA or…
MERA Wraps Up Women’s Month Activities with a Session on Fostering Inclusion
In a culmination of Women’s Month celebrations, the Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) conducted a thought-provoking session centred on promoting diversity and inclusion within the organization. The event, led by MERA’s Chief Executive Officer Henry Kachaje, emphasized the pivotal role of inclusivity in fostering organizational…
CONDITIONS FOR SITE APPROVAL FOR A CONSTRUCTION LICENCE FOR AN LFG RETAIL OUTLET
For a site to be approved for a construction licence for an LFG retail outlet, the site must meet the following conditions: a) The proposed site should not be located within a radius of 1 Km of an operational service station in urban, built-up or…
RENEWAL OF LIQUID FUELS AND GAS LICENCES
The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) wishes to advise Liquid Fuels and Gas licensees (LFG) that all Liquid Fuels and Gas licences and certificates for the year 2023/2024 will expire on 31 March 2024. The renewal fees are as follows: All fees are payable through either…
MERA Takes Firm Action to Address Orphan Cylinder Safety Hazards
In response to the increasing prevalence of orphan cylinders, which pose significant safety hazards to consumers, the Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) has taken decisive steps to uphold the usage of compliant cylinders in accordance with the Fuels Regulation Act. Recognizing the potential risks associated…