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It is false that Former HRDC Chairperson, now AFORD Vice President Timothy Mtambo is planning for the anti-government protests
ᴄʟᴀɪᴍ A Facebook post by the Africans Magazine, Malawi Voice and Ticheze Media among many pages are alleging that Timothy Mtambo, a former Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) Chairperson, currently serving as Vice President for the Alliance for Democracy (AFORD) plans to return to HRDC and h...
Nkhotakota District council plans to crackdown roadside illegal vending
Nkhotakota district council has announced plans to crack down on roadside vendors at Nkhotakota boma, aiming to enforce market regulations and improve trading standards. Public Relations Officer for Nkhotakota district council Wongani Mkandawire notes that the council recognizes the rise in un...
EU, backs renewable energy expansion power to Malawi's economic growth
The European Union (EU) Ambassador to Malawi, Daniel Aristi-Gaztelumendi, expressed EU’s commitment to advancing renewable energy in the country, particularly through the Energizing Development (EnDev) project, which aims to strengthen the market for climate-friendly technologies such as solar so...
Over 25,000 to receive lean season support in Nkhotakota District
The Nkhotakota District Agriculture Office says almost 25,000 heavily affected families will benefit from the 2025\2026 Lean Season Food Insecurity Response Program [LS-FIRP]. The District’s Director of Agriculture Services, Denis Emmaunel Zingeni said the programme demonstrates governments’ c...
ECAMA commends MPC decision to maintain policy rate
The Economics Association of Malawi (ECAMA) has commended the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC)’s decision to maintain the policy rate which is currently at 26%, citing persistently high inflation and ongoing risks, including food shortages. Speaking on Monday during the fourth 2025 Monetary P...
Beyond the ballot
It was a hot afternoon in Nkhotakota Central Constituency at Chigumula Ground when Susan Namangale stood before a crowd of people, speaking with confidence and hope. As the founder of Dadaz Chess Academy and Former President of the Chess Association of Malawi, Namangale is known for promoting ...
Making Malawi’s Music Scene Safe for Women
In Malawi’s music scene, women are creating beats, breaking records and inspiring audiences but online abuse threatens to silence their voices. From Cyberbullying and body shaming to threats and defamation, female artists face attacks that target their identity rather than their talent. Y...
MHRC, partners all for inclusive digital Access to Information
The Malawi Human Rights Commission (MHRC), in collaboration with the Media Council of Malawi (MCM) and the Centre for Human Rights and Rehabilitation (CHRR), says there is a need to tackle challenges limiting access to information by promoting inclusivity in the use of digital technologies. Th...
INUA Advocacy, stakeholders monitor review of Refugees Act of 1989
INUA Advocacy, a refugees’ rights defender, has expressed optimism that stakeholders, including the National Assembly, will endorse key priority areas in the Refugees Act 1989, currently under review. The Public Relations Officer, Brenda Twea says the organization, together with other stakehol...
Umunthu FM joins stakeholders in celebrating the international safe abortion day
Umunthu FM joins the rest of the world in commemorating the international safe Abortion day. This year's commemoration is taking place at Chisoti school ground in Nkhotakota District under the theme "In Solidarity, working towards Reduction of Death from Unsafe Abortion in Malawi". Under...
Illovo Reaffirms Commitment to Strong Ties with Cane Growers
The Illovo Sugar Company has reiterated its commitment to maintaining a strong working relationship with cane growers. Illovo Malawi Managing Director, Lenald Ngwira, made the remarks on Friday during the Growers’ Open Day at Chitowe Stadium in Dwangwa, Nkhotakota District. Speaking after t...
Against the Current: From 22.9% to 31.4% — Women Fight for Seats in Nkhotakota
“It has been 15 years since I contested in 2009 as a member of Parliament and actually, I lost with 8 votes only,” said Susan Mussa Kakota, the only woman vying for the parliamentary seat in Nkhotakota Central Constituency against eight men. Her determination reflects a broader shift in Nkhota...
Nkhotakota aspiring women candidates psychologically ready to accept poll results
Ex-Member of Parliament for Ntcheu Mbwanje, Nancy Chaola Mdooko has urged aspiring candidates to prepare their minds for the outcome of the 16th September polls. Mdooko says candidates must understand that in every election there is a winner and loser, hence the need to accept the results earl...
Lilongwe Water Board launches Dzalanyama Springs
The Lilongwe Water Board (LWB) has described its newly launched Dzalanyama Springs bottled water as a game-changer, citing its uniqueness and high standards that will ensure sustainability on the market. Speaking during the launch at the LWB bottling plant in Lilongwe, Board Chairperson Inkosi...
Lake of Stars returns to Nkhotakota with sustainability and green energy on top of music, tourism
The Lake of Stars Festival is back on the golden shores of Lake Malawi, returning to Nkhotakota from 17-19 October 2025 at Fish Eagle Bay Lodge. With more than just a celebration of music and art, the festival has become a catalyst for economic growth, cultural exchange, and sustainable touri...
Sun King strengthens Malawi’s off-grid energy access
Sun King, one of the leading provider of renewable energy solutions, has announced that it has reached over 180,000 households across Malawi through its solar products and services. The remarks were made on Friday in Lilongwe during the launch of the company’s refreshed logo and marketing camp...
SADC Observers urged to work with integrity in Malawi’s 16 September polls
The Principal Secretary for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mary Kachale has commended the importance of conducting refresher trainings for election observers to ensure credible electoral processes. Her remarks came as the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Electoral Observation Mi...
Fuel Imports Flowing Smoothly, Says Ministry of Energy
Principal Secretary for the Ministry of Energy, Alfonso Chikuni, says fuel importation under both the Government-to-Government (G2G) and Open Tender System suppliers is flowing steadily, with significant price advantages compared to neighboring countries. Chikuni made the remarks on Friday in ...
Anglican Youth Commit to Ongoing Charity Work in Nkhotakota
Diocesan Youth Vice President Lonjezo Chatupa of the Anglican Diocese of Lake Malawi says they plan to continue offering support and engaging in social responsibility activities in different communities. Chatupa said they believe in complementing government efforts, hence their decision to car...
UTM's Kabambe Unveils Eco-Friendly Oil and Gas Plan to Boost Malawi’s Economy
United Transformation Movement (UTM) president Dr. Dalitso Kabambe has revealed plans to extract oil and gas from Lake Malawi using technology that he says will not harm the lake’s ecosystem, as part of efforts to boost the country’s economy through the mining sector. Speaking during a whistle...