Nyasa Big Bullets were the defending champions for the second consecutive year.
Kamuzu Barracks won their first league title.
Super League of Malawi (SULOM) decided to extend the top level to 16 clubs; the additional place is contested by the three relegated teams in a play-off.
[3][4] The relegation play-off was played on 11–13 March between Airborne Rangers and FISD Wizards at Civo Stadium in Lilongwe[5] and ended with the victory of the FISD Wizard, who remained in the TNM Super League.
[6] Dedza Young Soccer, withdrew from play-off after obtained a court injunction against this play-off after the first match was played, arguing they should have been elected to remain at the top level without any play-off, later, Dedza Young Soccer, decided to withdraw the injunction but maintaining decision to not participate in play-off.