By Chisomo Phiri
National Bank of Malawi (NBM) has announced the appointment of Bernard Masi as Head of its Corporate Banking Division, effective April 20, 2026.
Masi takes over from William Chatsala, who is expected to retire in September 2026 after years of service to the bank.
In a statement, the bank’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO ) Harold
Jiya has expressed appreciation for Chatsala’s contribution to the growth and success of the Corporate Banking Division.
Masi brings over 26 years of experience in the financial sector, with strong expertise in corporate banking, project finance, and strategic execution.
Prior to his appointment, Masi served as General Manager (GM) of NBM Development Bank Ltd, where he played a key role in driving the institution’s growth and supporting Malawi’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as industrial sectors.
Under his tenure, NBM Development Bank was named Best Export Finance Institution in Malawi in 2023 and received the Industrial Catalyst Award in 2025.
