By TedEd Explore the science of what attracts mosquitos, and find out why mosquitos bite some people more than others. Some swear they’re cursed to be hunted by mosquitos while their close-by companions are regularly left unscathed. Are mosquitos really attracted to some people more… Read More »Do mosquitos loooooove you?
By Manasse Nyirenda At least 12000 people are set to benefit from a new gravity fed water project in Chitimba which will tap water from Holy Water on Livingstonia hills to beneficiaries on the shores of Lake Malawi in Rumphi district. District water officer, Vincent… Read More »Council targets 12000 people in Chitimba water project
By Evance Chisiano Inter ministerial National Social Mobilisation Committee (NSMC) on Sunday held an open day at Traditional Authority Kunthembwe in Blantyre rural where local leaders called for more awareness to address normative social behaviors which negatively impact on children right to education and uptake… Read More »NSMC holds open day on Kulumikiza Campaign at Kunthembwe in Blantyre
By Vincent Khonje Care group promoters in Mchinji have a reason to celebrate as they have received a much-needed boost in the form of 186 bicycles to address mobility challenges as they visit care groups. The care group model is an innovative approach primarily used… Read More »Care group promoters mobility problems eased
By Chisomo Kambandanga Some chiefs in Nkhata Bay have called on government and property developers in the country to construct buildings which can be easily accessible to people with disabilities. The chiefs made the sentiments on Friday during a Disabled Women in Development (DIWODE) engagement… Read More »Nkhata Bay chiefs demand disability friendly buildings
By Regina Chirwa Deputy Minister of Education Nancy Chaola Mdooko says inadequate learning and teaching materials in the education system is affecting delivery of quality and equitable education in the country. Speaking Friday during the closing of the 7th Neno Children’s parliament in Neno, Mdooko… Read More »Government committed to improving welfare of children in Neno district
By Leah Malimbasa Many believers flock to church and other sites of worship in search of spiritual solace, renewal and upliftment. But this common assumption is no longer true for a 15-year-old Mercy (not her real name) from Lilongwe District who was savagely raped at… Read More »Girls abandoned to the mercy of abusers
By Wanangwa Tembo Kasungu: Central East Police Region Women Network says the rising cases of suicide in the country could be reduced if men are able to open up to others on the problems they go through in their lives and families. Matron for the… Read More »Female Police network in anti-suicide campaign
By Yamikani Yapuwa Comprehensive abortion care is included in the list of essential health care services published by World Health Organisation (WHO) in 2020 and it includes the provision of information, abortion management and post-abortion care. However, in Malawi, abortion is only legal to save… Read More »Youth speak up for Termination of Pregnancy Bill
By Chinsisi Zigowa Mzuzu: Malawi Police Service Women Network in the Northern Region has launched a Mental Health and Wellness Campaign targeting men in the service and surrounding communities. Speaking on Wednesday during the launching ceremony of campaign at Mzuzu Police Station, Regional Chairperson for… Read More »Northern Region Police Women Network launches Mental Health and Wellness