Veteran broadcaster Dr Benson Tembo is the new Director General of the Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC).
MBC’s Public Relations and Customer Affairs Manager, Chisomo Mwamadi, has confirmed the development, saying Dr Tembo was appointed effective 11 November 2026.
Dr Tembo brings to the position vast experience in broadcasting, having served in the media industry for many years in various capacities. His appointment is expected to bring renewed leadership and direction to the national broadcaster.
Prior to his appointment as Director General, Dr Tembo was serving as the Board Chairperson of MBC, where he played a key role in providing strategic oversight and guidance to the corporation.
Following his appointment, Dr Tembo has since been replaced as Board Chairperson by Dr Mastern Moffat Banda, who will now lead the MBC Board.
The Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) is Malawi’s national public service broadcaster and the oldest broadcasting station in the country.
The corporation was established in 1964, at the time Malawi gained independence, and started its services with one radio station, now known as Radio 1.
Stakeholders in the media industry are looking forward to Dr Tembo’s leadership, with expectations that he will strengthen professionalism, credibility and innovation at the corporation.
