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The Elephant Rope
When walking through an elephant camp, a man noticed that the elephants were only secured with a small rope that was tied around one ankle. He wondered why the elephants didn’t break free from the rope, as the elephants were
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa We normally talk of life paths in two ways as that of wellness and misery. May be ideal to present these as, one the path to truth and goodness and the second as the path to
Guinea’s Alpha Conde Wins Third Term
Electoral authorities in Guinea on Saturday declared President Alpha Conde winner of Sunday’s election with 59.49% of the vote, defeating his main rival Cellou Diallo. Some people went to the streets to protest immediately after the announcement. Such demonstrations have
Tourism to Grow Malawi’s Economy – Chakwera
By Lydia Maganga Blantyre, October 23, Mana: State President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera says the tourism sector has great potential to contribute to the social and economic growth of the country. Chakwera made the sentiments on Friday in Blantyre when he
Two Ugandans Arrested For Overstaying In Malawi
By Daniel Namwini Lilongwe, October 24, Mana: The Central Region Immigration Office in Lilongwe on Thursday arrested two foreign nationals of Ugandan origin for residing in the country without proper documents. The two suspects were identified as Rashid Mukiibi, 30,
SADC Calls On USA to Remove Economic Sanctions On Zimbabwe
By Moses Nyirenda Lilongwe, October 24, Mana: Southern African Development Community (SADC) has called on the United States of America (USA) to immediately rescind the economic sanctions placed on Zimbabwe since 2001. Speaking on Friday during a joint press briefing
Growing Demand For Data
By Tione Andsen Lilongwe, October 24, Mana: United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has said the growing demand for official statistics continues to surpass the pace at which data is produced across all sectors. UNFPA Country Representative to Malawi, Young Hong
Len Johnson: The Boxer With 93 Wins Who Could Never Become British Champion
By Christian Brooks, Nathanael Hutchinson & Sanjeev Shett – BBC Most boxers will tell you the punches don’t hurt as much as the blows they take outside the ring. Frequently being forced to take fights at the last minute, rarely
Pele the G.O.A.T
By Michael Kachitsa Edson Arantes do Nascimento, known as Pelé, is a Brazilian retired professional footballer who played as a forward. Widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, he was among the most successful and popular
UK For Improved Environmental Conservation
By Patricia Kapulula Lilongwe, October 20, Mana: Britain has reaffirmed its efforts to supporting Malawi in building advocacy and voice in line with environmental degradation. British High Commissioner to Malawi, David Beer, told the media at Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe
VAR in Africa
By Michael Kachitsa History was made in Morocco again on Friday when the Video Assistant Referee technology (VAR) was used in a top-flight league game for the first time in Africa. VAR had already made its debut in the Moroccan
LESSONS FROM COVID-19 RE-EMERGING BETTER AND STRONGER
By Tikhala Chimpango Women Arise join everyone else here in the UK, Ireland and Netherlands as the countries observe, celebrate Black culture, history and contributions to humanity that Black people have made over the years. In the UK, Black History
Life Lessons We Can Learn From Honey Bees
Honey bees. Some people love them and others fear them, but there’s no denying that they’re an important part of our lives. Honey bees, after all, make a deliciously sweet elixir that humans have harvested for thousands of years. In
Sudan to Be removed from Terrorism List- Trump
CAIRO (AP) — President Donald Trump on Monday said Sudan will be removed from the U.S. list of state sponsors of terrorism if it follows through on its pledge to pay $335 million to American terror victims and their families,
Malawi President Chakwera Commits to Reverse Environmental Flaws
By Fostina Mkandawire Lilongwe, October 19, Mana: President Dr Lazarus Chakwera has underpinned the need to implement environmental resilient interventions in order to tackle environmental shocks. Chakwera made the remarks on Monday at Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe during a Weekly
Catholic Women Appeals For Financial Assistance
By Ireen Kayira Lilongwe, October 18, Mana: Catholic women have asked to be assisted with loans to start small scale businesses so that they are financially stable to support their families. The request was made Sunday during the commemoration of
BRIDGE to Deal with Electoral Challenges- MEC
By Ayamba Kandodo-MEC Stringer In a drive to deal with emerging electoral issues, Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) is engaging its staff to a 2-week long “Building Resources In Democracy, Governance, and Elections (BRIDGE)” training course at Sun and Sand in
The Suprising Effects of Pregnancy
By Our Health Correspondence According to the Ted-Ed lessons, pregnant women experience a number of changes throughout the course of their pregnancy. Muscles and joints shift and jostle. The heart’s pounding rhythm speeds up. Blood roars through arteries and veins.
Covid-19: Gambia Re-Opens Borders
The Gambia reopened its borders on Friday after a six-month lockdown in light of the covid-19 pandemic. Banjul airport will remain closed till October 31 however due to construction work. A popular tourist destination, travel restrictions hit the economy hard
Indoor Residual Spraying Effective to Control Malaria
By Mary Makhiringa Mangochi, October 17, Mana: Malaria Control Programme Manager, Dr. Michael Kayange has said Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) is an effective way of Malaria control if properly done. He said this Saturday at the end of a seven
Anglican Council Of Malawi To Empower Community
By Emily Kaliwo Chiradzulu, October 17, Mana: Anglican Council of Malawi has said it will empower communities in agriculture and education sector by economically improving food security and checking school progress among vulnerable school going children under “church and community
Affordable Inputs Programme Key to Social-Economic Growth- Chakwera
By Solister Mogha Zomba, October 17, Mana: President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera has described the Affordable Inputs Programme (AIP) as an injection that would drive the country’s economy. He was speaking at Pirimiti Boys Primary School in the area of Traditional
Chilima Urges Catholic Church to Preach Without Misgiving
By Owen Zayambika Mchinji, October 17, Mana: Vice President, Dr. Saulosi Klaus Chilima has urged the Catholic Church to spread the gospel without fear in the country. He was speaking on Saturday at the launch of St. Paul Parish in
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Its not that when you take a ‘short-cut’ route you will reach your destination faster. Sometimes what may feel a shorter route can be elongated by circumstances. For instance, from experience as everyone want to take
Tyrant Jay to Share Testimony In ‘Break- Through’ single
By Blessings Kapina Lilongwe, October 16, Mana: Lilongwe-based musician, Tyrant Jay whose real name is Francis Thera is set to drop a new single titled ‘Breakthrough’ in which he has featured his brother Ty Godwa and Tarz Prod. Tyrant Jay
Malawi First Lady Talks Tough On Protecting A Girl Child’s Right To Education
By Lusayo Singogo Lilongwe, October 16, Mana: First Lady, Madam Monica Chakwera on Friday urged all stakeholders to stand and protect a girl child by giving her equal opportunities to education in order for the latter to have a brighter
Malawi to Launch Affordable Inputs Programme
By Glory Msowoya Blantyre , October 16 , Mana; All eyes will turn to Zomba today on Saturday as Malawi President Dr Lazarus Chakwera is expected to launch the most anticipated Affordable Inputs Programme (AIP). According to the Secretary to
Malawi Embarks On COVID 19 Surveillance Survey
By Alice Mambosasa Blantyre, October 15, Mana: The Public Health Institute of Malawi in the Ministry of Health is conducting a survey titled “Community and Facility – based COVID 19 Surveillance in selected districts in Malawi. Speaking during media briefing
Schools Decry Shortage Of Teachers Amid Covid-19
By Thokozile Nyirenda Rumphi, October 15, Mana: Schools in Rumphi have expressed concern over inadequate teachers, teaching and learning materials amid enforcement of Covid-19 pandemic preventive measures. St. Denis Primary School head teacher, Nicolas Msukwa said splitting of classes to
Malawi Doing Well In Cholera Management As Cases Drops
By Martin Chiwanda Nsanje, October 15, Mana: Ministry of health says management of cholera cases is on the right track as the country has so far only registered three cholera cases this year. Cholera Focal Person in the ministry of
Drug Theft Alarming – DTIU
By Maston Kaiya Ntcheu, October 15, Mana: The Controller for Internal Audit in the Ministry of Health, Davis Lore Tembo has described theft of drug and medical supplies in the country’s public hospitals as alarming as evidenced by high number
Gender Minister Kaliati Pays Homage to Former First Ladies
By Andrew Magombo Lilongwe, October 15, Mana: Minister of Gender, Community Development and Social Welfare, Patricia Kaliati, on Thursday during commemoration of International Rural Women’s day in Lilongwe, rendered reverence to all Malawi’s former first ladies for their devotion to
The first black athlete to compete in the Olympics
By Michael Kachitsa John Baxter Taylor Jr. (November 3, 1882, Washington, D.C. – December 2, 1908, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) was an American track and field athlete, notable as the first African American to win an Olympic gold medal. He was born in Washington D.C. to former slaves.
Education Office Urges Married Girls To Go Back To School
By Lusungu Mvula Chitipa, October 13, Mana: District Education Manager (DEM) for Chitipa, Votie Mboweni has called on girls who got married during the Covid-19 pandemic forced school break, to go back to school following full re-opening of schools on
Chawinga Sisters In Scorchers Squad
Malawi National Women’s Football Team Coach Mac Nebert Kazuwa has named a 35-member squad ahead of the 2020 Cosafa Women’s Championship scheduled for Nelson Mandela Bay in South Africa between 3-14 November 2020. Kazuwa has included China based Chawinga Sisters,
Water Aid For Increased Budgetary Allocations On Sanitation And Hygiene
By Tione Andsen Lilongwe, October 14, Mana: Water Aid has challenged governments in Southern Africa region to view sanitation and hygiene a priority by increasing budgetary allocations towards the sector. Water Aid Regional Director for Southern Africa, Robert Kampala said
Christ Embassy Church in Suicide Awareness, Prevention Campaign
By James Mwale Lilongwe, October 14, Mana: Christ Embassy Malawi, a religious organization under Nigeria’s Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, has organized a Reach Out Malawi (ROMA) symposium focusing on awareness and prevention of suicide following the country’s escalating rates of suicide
Interswitch – Making Nigeria money Transfers Easy
By Michael Kachitsa Interswitch is a payment processing company headquartered in Lagos. Interswitch was founded in 2002 by Mitchell Elegbe. In 2010 two thirds of the company was sold to a consortium led by Helios Investment Partners. In 2011 Interswitch
Minister Kaliati Cautions Beneficiaries Of Social Cash Transfer
By Blessings Kapina Lilongwe, October 13, Mana: Minister of Gender, Community Development and Social Welfare, Patricia Kaliati, has warned beneficiaries of the Social Cash Transfer Program that they risk withdrawal from the program if they misuse funds. Speaking on Friday
Cristiano Ronaldo Tests Positive for Coronavirus
The footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has tested positive for coronavirus, the Portuguese Football Federation (PFF) has confirmed. The Portuguese attacker will now miss his country’s Nations League match against Sweden on Wednesday. The 35-year-old, who also plays for the Italian side
Mount Kilimanjaro On Fire
Mount Kilimanjaro, which is Africa’s highest peak at nearly 6,000 metres, is on fire. The cause of the inferno which is believed to be occurring hundreds of metres above sea level is yet to be established. Eyewitnesses say efforts by
Nigeria Dissolves Controversial Police Unit
Nigeria on Sunday dissolved a special police unit set up to fight violent crimes after deadly protests and a social media campaign backed by music and cinema celebrities rose up against years of alleged abuses. The president’s office and the
Blantyre Water Board Rectifies Water Crisis
By Glory Msowoya Blantyre, October 12, Mana: People in Blantyre can now breathe a sigh of relief as Blantyre Water Board (BWB) has finally rectified water woes in the customers’ areas. This comes against the backdrop of BWB management meeting
Rainbow Paints Donates Paint To Salima Hospital
By Florence Cheyo Salima, October 12, Mana: Rainbow Paints on Friday donated assorted paints to Salima District Hospital to enable the facility wear a new face as the old paint has worn out. Speaking in an interview with Malawi News
Malawi, Tanzania Opt For Dialogue Over Lake Malawi Border Wrangle
By Patricia Kapulula Lilongwe, October 12, Mana: State House has described contact and dialogue as crucial on matters of tension between countries. State House Director of Communications, Sean Kampondeni, made the remarks on Monday during a weekly press briefing at
Malawi in Barren Draw With Zimbabwe
Flames wasted a number of good goal scoring opportunities as they were held to a goalless draw by Zimbabwe Warriors in an international friendly match played at the Mpira Stadium on Sunday afternoon. The Meck Mwase side were hoping to
Trending Photo: Mother Of Three Goes Back to School
A 32-year-old mother of three is returning to school after eight years in marriage saying she now believes it that education is key to helping avert poverty. According to Zodiak Online, Sauda Kamanga dropped out of school in Dedza in
Rainbow Paints Offers 55% Paint Discount to District Hospital
By Stanley Nkhondoyachepa Nkhotakota, October 10, Mana: Rainbow Paint Company has said it will offer a 55 per cent discount to Nkhotakota District Hospital if the health facility procures Paint from its company. The company’s Technical Manager, Geoffrey Zulian, made
Police Bemoans Vandalism Of Unit In Kasungu
By Dyson Kamwana Kasungu, October 10, Mana: Commissioner of Police responsible for Central East Region, Happy Mkandawire has condemned acts of vandalism targeting police facilities whenever there are disagreements between communities and the law enforcers. Speaking on Friday when he
Edukans Foundation Trains School Leaders In Management Skills
By Chikondi Basikolo Lilongwe, October 10, Mana: Edukans Foundation, an organisation that promotes basic education in the country, is conducting trainings for school leaders to strengthen leadership capacity of the school managers. Edukans and Education Expertise Development Foundation (EEDF) are
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Some people grow up fearing water. There are so many explanations to this and so many dimensions of the reasons why. Water is life so they say, so why should one fear water. In parts of
The Blind Girl
There was a blind girl who hated herself purely for the fact she was blind. The only person she didn’t hate was her loving boyfriend, as he was always there for her. She said that if she could only see
World Vision Malawi Provides Solar Radios, Bloom Books Worth MK17 Million
By Tione Andsen Lilongwe, October 8, Mana: World Vision Malawi (WVM) has shown its commitment to ensuring that children have equal access to education amidst the Covid-19 pandemic in the country by providing Solar radios and Bloom books worth K17
Ministry Of Finance Validates ISPAS
By Alice Mambosasa Blantyre, October 9, Mana: Ministry of Finance in liaison with the National Local Government Finance Committee are set to validate Internal Audit Framework and Training Manual on International Public Sector Accounting Standards (ISPAS) for local government authorities.
NICE, DC Hail Smooth Presentation Of Nomination Papers In Chikwawa
By Steve Chirombo Chikwawa, October 9, Mana: National Initiative for Civic Education (NICE) Trust in Chikwawa and the District Commissioner, Ali Phiri, have hailed the smooth presentation of the nomination papers by candidates for the Makhuwira South Ward by-elections. On
Youth Seminar for Black History Month
By Tikhala Chimpango Women Arise is inviting BAME Youths all over the UK and Ireland to join us this Saturday, 10th of October at 3pm as we engage you in a conversation about identity, mental health and wellbeing. Women Arise
Why Referees used to wear only Black
By Michael Kachitsa The idea, chiefly, is to ensure the referee on the field is as distinguishable as possible from the rest of the players, to avoid confusion. Wearing either solid black or bright colours ensures that players of both
Government Committed to Promoting Peace, Co-Existence Between Malawians, Refugees
By Tiyanjane Nandie Mambucha Dowa, October 8, Mana: Minister of Homeland Security, Richard Chimwendo Banda, has assured refugees living at Dzaleka Camp in Dowa of government’s continued promotion of co-existence and integration between Malawians and refugees. The Minister was speaking
NBS Bank, MPC Revive Partnership
By Tikondane Vega Thyolo, October 8, Mana: Malawi Posts Corporation (MPC) says it will continue to revive partnerships with different stakeholders as a turnaround strategy that can uproot the company from its current financial abyss. Acting Post Master General, Zachaeus
Malawi Pushes For Space At UN Security Council
By Patricia Kapulula Lilongwe, October 8, Mana: Government has emphasized on the need for African countries to have more seats at the United Nations (UN) Security Council in order to create equal participation of member states. Minister of Information, who
One Stop Border Posts To Enhance Business – Chakwera
By Pauline Kaude Dar es Salaam, October 8, Mana: State President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has disclosed that government plans to establish one stop border posts in the country’s borders to ensure smooth running of businesses with neighbouring countries. Speaking
Unions Press South Africa On Jobs, Economy
South Africa’s largest trade unions held nationwide marches on Wednesday to protest the high level of job destruction, the poor state of transport, corruption and the lack of measures to combat the deep crisis generated in Africa’s second largest economy
Major to Drop ‘Bullet In The Head’ Single
By Blessings Kapina Lilongwe, October 7, Mana: A Lilongwe-based hip hop musician, Jeered Major, whose real name is Samson Tamapemba, is planning to drop a video and audio single on a new project titled ‘Bullet in the Head’ . Speaking
UK Supports Malawi With £10.8M For Anti-Corruption Fight
By Tione Andsen Lilongwe, October 6, Mana: United Kingdom (UK) has committed an extra £10.8m (approx. K11 billion) to support Malawi in tackling serious and organised corruption. The UK’s Minister for Africa, James Duddridge, made the announcement after his audience
Police Officers Equipped With Responsibility Course
By Daniel Namwini Lilongwe, October 6, Mana: Some of Police officers who were promoted from the rank of Constables to Sergeants in 2019 are equipped with responsibility courses so that they can deliver quality services for their positions. Spokesperson for
Zambia Beat Malawi As International Football Finally Returns to Africa
LUSAKA, Oct 7 (Reuters) – Zambia secured a narrow 1-0 win over neighbours Malawi in Lusaka on Wednesday in the first international involving African countries since the COVID-19 pandemic shut down world sport in March. Collins Sikombe netted after 13
Malawian MP Kicked Out Of Parliament for Not Wearing Neck-Tie
A Member of Parliament in Malawi Mark Katsonga Phiri was on Wednesday kicked out of Parliament for not wearing a neck-Tie. According to Deputy Speaker of Parliament Madalitso Kazombo the Neno South Constituency Law Maker, Katsonga Phiri dressing was contrary
Opay Nigerian Tech Company
By Michael Kachitsa Africa-focused fintech startup OPay has raised a $120 million Series B round backed by Chinese investors. Located in Lagos and founded by consumer internet company Opera, OPay will use the funds to scale in Nigeria and expand
Malawi, Mozambique to Maintain Political, Diplomatic Consultations
By Martin Chiwanda in Tete, Mozambique Tete, October 6, Mana: President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera and his Mozambican counterpart Filipe Nyusi has highlighted the need to maintain political and diplomatic consultations between the two countries aiming at finding lasting solutions on
Likoma to Have State of Art office complex
By Leonard Masauli Likoma, October 5, Mana: Likoma District Council will have a state of the art office complex which will accommodate all government Departments’ offices operating on the island. Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Lingson Belekanyama unveiled
Catholics Advised To Be Bible Readers
By Ireen Mseteka Mzuzu, October 5, Mana: National Coordinator for Episcopal Conference of Malawi (ECM), Fr Henry Chinkanda has called upon Catholic faithfuls across the country to be readers of the Bible for them to enhance the knowledge and understanding
Malawians Urged To Invest In Mozambique
By Martin Chiwanda in Tete, Mozambique Tete, October 5, Mana: Malawi High Commission in Mozambique, Frank Viyazhi has said Malawian investors are losing out as they are not making use of the trade investment opportunities available in the Portuguese speaking
Affordable Inputs programme On Track – Chakwera
By Manasse Nyirenda Lilongwe, October 5, Mana: President Lazarus Chakwera has assured Malawians that the Affordable Inputs programme (AIP) was on track for the 2020 to 2021 farming season. The President made the remarks when he visited fertilizers warehouses for
Govt To Turn Kapolo Health Centre Into Rural Hospital
By Laureen Banda Karonga, October 5, Mana: Kapolo Heath Centre set to be upgraded into a rural hospital in Karonga to ease congestion at the district’s referral hospital and improve health service delivery. Deputy Minister of Health, Chrissy Kalamula disclosed
Chakwera’s Official Visit To Mozambique To Strengthen Bilateral Relations
Tete, October 5, Mana: President, Dr Lazarus Chakwera is scheduled to take a day official visit to Mozambique Tuesday as one way of strengthening diplomatic ties between Lilongwe and Maputo. In an interview Monday Principal Secretary in the Ministry of
In Malawi, Teachers’ Unions Are Rallying To Protect Vulnerable Learners From Covid Fallout
By Madalitso Kateta, Equal Times For Costas Gondwe, a teacher at Nambamba Primary School in Dowa district, central Malawi, the worst impacts of the coronavirus haven’t been clinical but societal. Since the government closed all schools and colleges earlier this
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa We can learn a lot from children. And this is not to say only those children who have started producing words, or talking. No, we can learn from children starting the very instance they are born.
Zathu Pa Wailesi Set For Season 7
By Ireen Kayira Lilongwe , October 2,Mana: After successfully unpacking six seasons of Zathu pa Wailesi in three years the youthful radio show is back with season seven to start on September 5, 2020. Speaking with Malawi News Agency (MANA)
Malawi Commits to Promoting Welfare of Older Person
By Moses Nyirenda Lilongwe, October 1, Mana: Minister of Gender, Community Development and Social Welfare, Patricia Kaliati said through her ministry government is committed to promoting the welfare of older persons in the country in order for them to enjoy
UTM Launches Women Wing In Salima
By Peter Chilongo Salima, October 01, Mana: As part of its expansion efforts, the UTM party, on Wednesday launched its women’s wing in Salima which will be responsible for accelerating the party’s activities. The women’s wing which is called Women
Malawi Shining Example to SADC Countries -Mnangagwa
By Andrew Mkonda Harare, October 1, Mana: President Emmerson Mnangagwa has called on SADC countries to learn from Malawi for conducting a peaceful, transparent and credible presidential fresh elections without international foreign observers. Mnangagwa made the call Wednesday in Harare
Donald Trump Tests Positive for Covid-19
United States of America President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump have tested positive for coronavirus. “Tonight, @FLOTUS and I tested positive for COVID-19,” Trump tweeted, referring to his wife, First Lady Melania Trump. He added: “We will begin
History of Be Forward F.C (Malawi)
By Michael Kachitsa Be Forward Wanderers Football Club is a Malawian football (soccer) club based in Blantyre. They currently play in Malawi’s TNM super league. The BE FORWARD Wanderers F.C is one of the more successful teams in the Malawi
Confronting Energy Poverty in Malawi
In a bid to help eradicate rural energy poverty in Malawi, Flame Tree Initiative (FTI) conducted a Development Entrepreneurship Lab (DELab) to train dynamic entrepreneurs who have solutions to off-grid energy poverty in their communities. The intent of the DELab,
Chakwera Talks Trade, Ties Strengthening
By Manasse Nyirenda Lilongwe, October 1, Mana: President Lazarus Chakwera has arrived back home after a two day state visit to Zimbabwe where he held bilateral talks with his counterpart, Emerson Mnangagwa on the need for enhanced trade and bilateral
Former Member Of Parliament Hands Over School to Govt
By Zenak Matekenya Mzuzu, September 29, Mana: Former Rumphi West Member of Parliament, Jacqueline Kouwenhoven on Monday handed over a newly built Luviri Secondary School worth K215 million to Malawi Government in Rumphi District. Malawi’s First Lady Madame Monica Chakwera,
Puma Filling Station Donates to Thyolo Hospital
By Tikondane Vega Thyolo, September, 29, Mana: Thyolo Puma Filling Station, operating under the name Faith Orama Filling Station, has donated a water pump and fuel to Thyolo District Hospital as one way of giving back to the community for
Opposition Implores Government to Reduce Debts
By Ireen Kayira Lilongwe, September 29, Mana: Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) spokesperson on Finance, Joseph Mwanamvekha has implored government to put in place measures that will ensure that the country’s debts are reduced. He said this in Parliament on Monday
Malawi Police Geared To Protect Wildlife, Forestry Products
By Daniel Namwini Lilongwe, September 30, Mana: Malawi Police Service (MPS) has committed to uphold the law and tackle serious crimes in the country especially the illegal trade in forest products and wildlife such as pangolin and ivory among others.
Malawi President Chakwera Arrives in Zimbabwe
By Andrew Mkonda, in Harare, Zimbabwe Harare, September 30, Mana: President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has arrived in Harare- Zimbabwe for a two-day state visit where he is expected to carry out a number of official engagements. The plane carrying
Merriam Simengwa Ndlovu – From Netball Player to Finance Manager
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa She now wherever she goes exhibit an aura of authority and of one being in the corporate world class. Could be all those years of success playing for the Malawi national team. Some may say she
The biggest trends in African tech
By Michael Kachitsa As startup and innovation culture deepens on the continent, the explosion of tech hubs across Africa has shown no signs of slowing down: the number of tech hubs across Africa grew by nearly 50% over the past
MACOHA Engages Persons With Disabilities On Covid-19
By Daniel Sankhulani Chikwawa, September 25, Mana: Malawi Council for the Handicapped (MACOHA) on Friday oriented members of District Disability Forum (DDF) in Chikwawa on Covid-19 to enable the forum to disseminate further messages on preventive measures to effectively
Ladies Empowered To Venture Into Small Businesses
By Blessings Kapina Lilongwe, September 25, Mana: Lilongwe-based Female entrepreneurs have empowered young girls to venture into small businesses as a way of alleviating the increase of bad behaviours among girls. Speaking with Malawi News Agency (Mana) in Lilongwe on
Blessed Generation Releases ‘Chimwemwe’ Album
By Blessings Kapina Lilongwe, September 25, Mana: A Blantyre-based Gospel Music Group, popularly known as The Blessed Generation (TBG) has released a new album titled ‘Chimwemwe’ The Album currently enjoying airplay in various radio stations across the country was meant
Low Budgetary Allocation Affecting Completion Of Health Facilities
By Morton Sibale Lilongwe September 26, Mana; Malawi Health Equity Network and the Action Aid Malawi have bemoaned low allocation to the health sector, saying it was affecting the completion of the construction of health facilities whose projects have been
China Donates Medical Supplies Worth US$ 1 Million To Malawi
By Tione Andsen Lilongwe, September 27, Mana: Chinese government has pledged its support to Malawi government in the fight against Covid-19 pandemic. Counsellor for Chinese Embassy, Liu Guoyu made the remarks Sunday at Kamuzu International Airport (KIA) in Lilongwe during
UTM Unveils Phalombe North Candidate
By Sam Majamanda Phalombe, September 27, Mana: United Transformation Movement (UTM) Saturday dated Mileme Primary School in Phalombe district as it unveiled its candidate for the Phalombe North Constituency fresh parliamentary elections to be held on November 10, 2020. The
Flames Secure Zambia, Zimbabwe Friendly Matches
The Malawi Men’s Senior National Football Team, The Flames will play two friendly matches against Zambia and Zimbabwe during the FIFA International Window next month. The Flames will travel to Lusaka for the first match against Zambia’s Chipolopolo on October
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Being reminded about childhood by someone who says you lived together in the same area though you cannot remember the person as a youth has two sides to it. Apparently it depends on the person saying
Malawi For Affordable, Renewable And Reliable Energy
By Blackson Mkupatira Mulanje, September 25, Mana: Government has begun engaging investors in the energy sector to discuss means of generating affordable and reliable electricity in the country. Minister of Energy, Newton Kambala said the country was failing to develop
Covid-19 Affects Voluntary Male Circumcision
By Chimwemwe Njoloma Lilongwe, September 25, Mana: Jhpiego has revealed that the Covid-19 pandemic has enormously affected service delivery on Voluntary Male Medical Circumcision (VMMC) reducing their 2019-2020 annual targets to 27,894 from 52,000 in 2018-2019. This is according to
Oxfam Applauds New Administration’s Stand On Projects
By Tione Andsen Lilongwe, September 25, Mana: Oxfam has applauded the new administration government for accepting to continue in implementing the development projects that were being implemented by the previous government. Oxfam Malawi, Country Director, Lingalireni Mihowa said this Thursday
Why It’s Good to Shed a Few Tears
Crying is a natural response humans have to a range of emotions, including sadness, grief, joy, and frustration. But does crying have any health benefits? It is not unusual to cry, and both sexes cry more than people may assume.
UNILIA Student Authors Two Novels
By Enalla Mnyenyembe Mzuzu, September 24, Mana: A third year student at University of Livingstonia (Unilia), Joseph Loga, has made strides in his writing career as he has authored two books within the period the country’s schools were closed due
Malawi Sports Minister Msungama Impressed With FA Covid-19 Measures
Minister of Youth and Sports Ulemu Msungama says he is impressed with the Covid-19 protocols that are being followed at the Mpira Village where the Malawi Men’s senior team are camping. Msungama said this on Thursday afternoon when he made
Chakwera Appeals For Ease of Trade Disruptions
By Patricia Kapulula Lilongwe, September 25, Mana: President Dr Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has appealed to development partners for deliberate measures that would ease supply chain disruptions on trade. The president made the appeal yesterday in his maiden address which was
The History of Arsenal Football Club
By Michael Kachitsa As one of the most successful and beloved clubs in England, Arsenal Football Club was always a magnet for the public. Tradition-wise, their results speak for themselves; in addition to winning 28 major domestic trophies, Arsenal hold
Football Fraternity Mourns Kamuzu Barracks Coach Billy Phambala
A dark cloud has engulfed the football fraternity following the death of super league side Kamuzu Barracks Head Coach Billy Phambala who died on Thursday morning. According to Kamuzu Barracks General Secretary Prince Majiga, the late Phambala died on at
Malawians In S.Africa Embarks On Initiative to Woo Investors, Tourists
By Leonard Masauli Likoma, September 24, Mana: Malawians based in South Africa have embarked on an initiative to woo investors and tourists as one way of accelerating economic growth and development of their mother country – Malawi. The Malawians, through
National Unity Minister Calls for Peace in Malawi
By Memory Chatonda Blantyre, September 24, Mana: Minister of Civic Education and National Unity, Timothy Mtambo, has advised religious groupings in the country to take a leading role in promoting peaceful coexistence among Malawians. The Minister made the advice on
Malawi Lobbies For Debt Relief
By Manasse Nyirenda Lilongwe, September 24, Mana: Minister of Foreign Affairs, Eisenhower Mkaka, has expressed need for debt relief for Malawi and least developed countries in general, saying it would go a long way in mitigating the effects of COVID-19.
‘High-Church Pentecostal’ leader J. Delano Ellis dies at 75
Bishop J. Delano Ellis II, a Black church official who started Pentecostal organizations and emphasized ecumenism, died over the weekend. He was 75 and died after a recent hospitalization. “While you share your love, concern and prayers with us, God
Chiefs Challenged to End Child Marriages
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Malawi Red Cross Society Geared To Respond To Disasters
By Grace Kapatuka Salima, September 23, Mana: Malawi Red Cross Society (MRCS) said it was ready and well equipped to respond to any disaster that may occur in the country. This follows a successful completion of a week-long training of
Malawi, Zambia to Strengthen Existing Bilateral-Relations
By Lily Kampani Lilongwe, September 22, Mana: President Dr Lazarus Chakwera has described the sharing of information and intelligence as a crucial aspect in fostering mutual cooperation between neighboring countries. The president made the remarks at Kamuzu International Airport in
Malawi to Start Detecting Lightning
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Zambia Saluted For Honouring Mwanawasa, Chiluba, Sata
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Malawi To Strengthen Ties With Neighbours
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Malawi Commits to Promote Sign Language
By Moses Nyirenda Lilongwe, September 22, Mana: Minister of Gender, Community Development and Social Welfare, Patricia Kaliati, says government is committed to promoting sign language as one way of addressing communication challenge among the deaf in the country. She made
Japan Donates Personal Prevention Equipments to Malawi
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Facebook to Open Office in Africa
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Flames Players, Officials Test Positive For Covid-19
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Malawi to Firmly Connect With Neighbouring Countries
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Chakwera to Address Biodiversity Summit
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Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa What is the difference between a smile and laughter? One would say it is in the magnitude of an expressed happiness yet the same of both has been seen done by people in sad moments. One
Mzuzu Fashion Week Goes Digital
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Social media scams can quickly spread across social platforms like Twitter and Facebook. Understand how they work and take steps to protect yourself with our six top tips. 1. Is the deal too good to be true? Scammers will often
Gospel Artist Faith Mussa Off to Kenya
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By Michael Kachitsa A growing body of academic and popular literature considers the history of South African football. These and existing publications pay little or no attention to the emergence of white professional football in apartheid South Africa. The National
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South Africa Over Covid-19 Hump
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Malawi Revises Maize Price
By Tiyanjane Nandie Mambucha Dowa, September 17, Mana: In a bid to reduce the cost incurred by associations and cooperatives when transporting maize to ADMARC depots, government through the Ministry of Agriculture has increased the selling price of maize for
Council In End-Child-Marriage Campaign
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Development Committees Urged to Combat Corruption
By Joseph Chikalipo Lilongwe, September 17, Mana: Ward Development Committees (WDCs) have been challenged to promote transparency and accountability in a bid to curb corruption, a vice that is widespread in the country. The Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB) in collaboration
Flames Heritage Malawi organises Youth Zoom Seminar
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Malawian Referee Kandulu Attends CAF Elite B Referees Online Course
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Phalombe Women Get Sewing Machines
By Sam Majamanda Phalombe, September 15, Mana: The At-Tarigatul Quadriah Sunn Association (AQSA) of the Islamic religion on Monday handed over sewing machines to 400 women from Phalombe district as a way of reducing their economic vulnerability. Speaking during the
Gospel Artist Wycliffe Chimwendo Back After 9-Years Break
By Blessings Kaunda Mzuzu, September 15, Mana: A renowned gospel artist, Wycliffe Chimwendo, now a pastor intends to break his 9- year in music silence by releasing three songs which are ready for a full album soon. In an interview
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Candidates In By-Elections Urged To Tread Carefully
By Steve Chirombo Chikwawa, September 14, Mana: Acting Chief Makhuwira of Chikwawa district has asked candidates in the by-elections for Makhuwira South Ward to conduct their campaign in a way that will benefit everyone in the area. Makhuwira made the
Malawi President Chakwera to Meet Vincent Wandale
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Council Bails Out Stranded Ilala Passengers
By Kondwani Magombo Mangochi, September 14, Mana: MV Ilala passengers who stayed at Monkey Bay Shipyard for 10 days following Malawi Shipping Company (MSC) employees’ sit-in finally left on Sunday using land transport courtesy of well-wishers through the district council.
Over 188 Withdrawn From Child Marriages
By Aliko Munde Mzimba, September 14, Mana: Mzimba South District Social Welfare Office has managed to withdraw 188 children from child marriages out of the 320 verified child marriages in the district. Speaking Monday in an interview with Malawi News
Minister Kazako Faults ICT, Digital Broadcasting Policies
By Kondwani Magombo Mangochi, September 14, Mana: Minister of Information, Gospel Kazako, on Monday described the country’s National ICT Policy and the Malawi Digital Broadcasting Policy as “myopic” and “counterproductive” saying they limit the growth of local businesses in the
Nigeria to Castrate Child Rapists
Lawmakers in Nigeria’s Kaduna State have approved surgical castration as punishment for those convicted of raping children under the age of 14. State governor Nasir Ahmad el-Rufai needs to sign the bill for it to become law in the north-western
Ochewa Ofewa Visits Disabled Lady In Dowa
By Moses Nyirenda Lilongwe, September 13, Mana: Esther Chakhumbira, 30, who comes from Mkukula Village, Traditional Authority (T/A) Mkukula in Dowa District and does not walk, work and talk hence fails to do various daily activities on her own such
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By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Why do people who are in jobs involving thinking often get a lot of money? This has been a question a lot of people have grumbled about yet if we look at nature and creation itself
Voting Should Be Compulsory In Malawi – Uladi Mussa
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Malawi To Recruit More Health Workers
By Lameck Kwalimba Lilongwe, September 11, Mana:Ministry of Health is geared to recruit more health care workers following the meeting which it had with Human Resource for Health (HRH) Coalition on Friday. In an interview in Lilongwe on Friday, Secretary
Gospel Singer Banda Features Allan Chirwa in ‘Ndayalura Mphasa’ Single
By Blessings Kapina Lilongwe, September 12, Mana: A Lilongwe-based Gospel Singer, Madalitso Banda has released a new single titled ‘Ndayalura mphasa’. He told Malawi News Agency (Mana) Saturday in Lilongwe the song comes from the Book of John 5 which
Nsanje DC To Engage Mozambican Counterpart Over Fracas
By Martin Chiwanda Nsanje, September 12, Mana: District Commissioner (DC) for Nsanje, Medson Matchaya Friday promised Tengani communities that would engage his Mozambican counterpart on the fracas which resulted in 47 Malawians being harassed by the Mozambican Police. He made
Malawi Finance Minister Presents MK2.2 Trillion 2020/2021 Budget
The Minister of Finance, Honourable Felix Mlusu has presented to Parliament a 2020/2021 budget pegged at MK 2.2 trillion representing a 30.6 percent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Mlusu made the statement today in Parliament during his presentation of the
Absence of Police Unit Fueling GBV
By Sydney Chaima Ntchisi, September 10, Mana: Community members around Traditional Authority (TA) Chikho in Ntchisi have disclosed that the absence of a Police Unit in the area was fueling the increase in cases of child marriages and Gender Based
MPs Houses To Save Country Billions
By Manasse Nyirenda Lilongwe, September 10, Mana: President Lazarus Chakwera has said the proposed construction of houses for Members of Parliament in their constituencies would save the country billions in housing allowances the MPs draw. He was responding to questions
Political Parties Urged to Trust Women With Leadership Positions
By Temwa Chiumia Neno, September 11, Mana: Malawi Human Rights Resources Centre (MHRRC) has called for the need for those in high position to ensure equal representation of youth, men and women in leadership positions. Director for MHRCC, Emma Kaliya
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By Michael Kachitsa Former Argentinian Diego Maradona scored one of the most underhanded goals in World Cup history in 1986. It’s known as the “Hand of God.” Standing at 5-foot-5 (1.65 meters), Maradona had a low center of gravity allied
Malawi President Chakwera Answers Oral Questions in Parliament
Malawi President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has today taken questions and responded to issues addressed in respond to the State of the Nation Address which he delivered on 4th September, 2020. In the past, responses to issues addressed to the
Man Arrested Over Fake Malawi Kwacha Notes
By Vincent Khonje Kasungu, September 10, Mana: Police in Kasungu have arrested a man for possessing fake K2,000 banknotes. The Suspect has been identified as Filodi Goodson, 35 and was arrested on Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at around 10 am
Police Officers Asked to Upgrade Their Education
By Daniel Namwini Lilongwe, September 10, Mana: Commissioner of Police responsible for Central West Region, Merlyne Yolamu has encouraged both male and female Police Officers to upgrade their education in order to be recognized. The Commissioner made the remarks on
Chakwera Must Prioritize Environmental Protection- UDF
By Morton Sibale Lilongwe September 09, Mana; Opposition United Democratic Front (UDF) has bemoaned the lack of policy direction on environmental protection in the maiden State of the Nation Address (SONA) delivered by President Lazarus Chakwera in Parliament last Friday.
Ntcheu Women Walk Away With Sewing Machines
By Maston Kaiya Ntcheu, September 09, Mana: About 80 women in Ntcheu Bwanje South Constituency are expected to be economically independent thanks to At-tareeqatul Qadriyyar SUNNI Association (AQSA) officials for making available 80 sewing machines. Speaking at the presentation ceremony
Job Creation On Youth Through China Project
By Daniel Namwini Lilongwe, September 09, Mana: Government says the on-going constructed Grand Business Park will help create 1500 direct jobs and 2000 indirect job opportunities to youths and local people in Malawi. Deputy Minister of Lands, Abida Mia said
Kaija Confirmed As Malawi Police IG
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How Africa’s Tech Generation Is Changing the Continent
By Michael Kachitsa One day in 2004, in the Kenyan farming village of Engineer—so named because an Englishman once ran a mechanical repair shop there—a slight and nearsighted boy was walking past the only printing shop when his eyes fell
Malawi Opposition Leader Nankhumwa Hails Tonse Administration for Promoting Unity
By Moses Nyirenda Lilongwe, September 8, Mana: Leader of the opposition in parliament, Kondwani Nankhumwa has commended the Tonse Alliance government for showing interest in promoting unity in the country through establishment of Ministry of Civic Education and National Unity.
Edgar Lungu Joins Zambians in Mourning ‘Good-Luck’ Fish
Zambia’s President Edgar Lungu has joined the nation in mourning the death of a fish that lived in a pond at the country’s second-biggest university. Students at Copperbelt University (CBU) lit candles and marched around campus to mourn the big
Chakwera to Face Parliament Thursday
Malawi President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera will on Thursday answer questions from Members of Parliament. According to State House Press Secretary Brian Banda, President Chakwera will start answering the questions from 2 O’clock in the afternoon. Meanwhile, Members of Parliament are
Ex-Minister Kamchacha Kachaje Laid to Rest
By Dyson Kamwana Kasungu, September 6, Mana: The body of former Minister of Persons with Disabilities in the Joyce Banda Administration, late Rachel Kamchacha Kachaje was laid to rest on Saturday at Linga in Traditional Authority Mwase in Kasungu. The
British High Commission Calls For Scholarship Applications
By Daniel Namwini Lilongwe, September 6, Mana: British High Commission has urged eligible Malawians to apply to study in the United Kingdom (UK) under the Chevening Scholarship which has opened for applications from September 3 to November 3, 2020. Acting
Malawian Striker Gaba Win PSL Golden Boot
Flames international Frank Gabadinho Mhango has broken a record as the first Malawian to win the South Africa Premier Soccer League Golden Boot Award in his debut season with Orlando Pirates. Mhango netted his 16th goal in Pirates’ 1-0 win
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Last article on this column, we saw some ways on which men and women perhaps say boys and or girls are recognised to have matured and therefore attain a status only reserved for one now regarded
Egypt Investigates ‘Missing’ AFCON Trophy
The Egyptian Football Association (EFA), headed by Amr Al-Ganaini, launched an urgent investigation on Friday regarding the disappearance of the original African Cup of Nations trophy which Egypt had kept after winning the tournament in 2006, 2008 and 2010. The
Abortion to Remain Illegal in Malawi
By Tione Andsen Lilongwe, September 4, Mana: Parliamentary Committee of Health has assured Malawian that the new proposed abortion laws is not meant to legalize abortion in the country Chairperson of Parliamentary Committee on Health, Dr Mathews Ngwale said this
Women Arise Organises MONEYSMARTS Ladies Third Seminar
By Tikhala Chimpango MONEYSMARTS Ladies (3) Re-emerging Better and Stronger The country has just been through a devastating season with Covid-19 pandemic and the BAME community has been the worst hit and the impact on mental health and physical well-being
PUMA Energy Malawi Goes Electronic In Fuel Purchase
By Glory Msowoya Blantyre, September 2, Mana; Minister of Energy, Newton Kambala, has appealed to companies in the country to be innovative and vibrant saying these have potential to complement governments effort in creating jobs. The minister made the remarks when
Malawian Teacher , Niece In For Operating Illegal Clinic
By George Mponda Dedza, September 3, Mana: A primary school teacher at Chideza School in Dedza has been arrested for allegedly being found in possession of government drugs without proper documentation. Dedza Police Deputy Public Relations Officer, Sergeant Cassim Manda,
Godfrey Chitalu Goal scoring machine
By Michael Kachitsa Godfrey Chitalu (1947–1993) was a Zambian former professional footballer who represented the Zambia national football team in international level from 1968 to 1980. During that time, he amassed 108 caps and scored 79 international goals making him the all-time record goalscorer for the Zambia
How Technology Could Promote Growth in 6 African Countries
By Michael Kachitsa Africa is closely watched as the next big growth market – a description that has persisted for a while. There are many reasons for optimism: the African continent is home to some of the youngest populations in
Reunion Insurance Introduces ‘Chisa Domestic Package Policy’
By Esnath Kalawe Lilongwe, August 29, Mana: Reunion Insurance Company Limited has introduced Chisa domestic package policy ‘The Insurance Nest’, in a bid to carter for the needs for the urban and rural home owners. Apart from covering the private
Grouping Pays Tribute To Fallen Artist Michael Yekha
By Sam Majamanda Phalombe, August 30, Mana: A social grouping called Muthukumano wa Alhomwe on Saturday celebrated the life of fallen Artist, Michael Yekha who was well known for his traditional music that hit Malawian airwaves in the 80s. Born
How to Work With Irritating People
By Leyman Publications Dealing With Minor but Persistent Annoying Behavior © GettyImages RCKeller Is someone’s irritating behavior a “thorn in your side”? Greg grits his teeth and takes a deep breath. “Be calm,” he tells himself. “Don’t let it get
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Could still be with us today, but we grew up in an era where you were not considered a ‘person’ until you attain a certain age, usually around 18 or 20 depending on your talents, skills
Black Panther Actor Chadwick Boseman Dies
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Malawi FA Assures Football Players of Safety
The Football Association of Malawi (FAM) has assured players in the country that their safety from the COVID-19 will be the main priority when football resumes. Speaking on Friday during a consultative meeting with the Elite League Clubs captains and
‘No Superior Religion On Earth; Co-Existence A Pillar Of Peace’
By Mphatso Nkuonera Lilongwe, August 27, Mana: Religious leaders have been requested to lead their congregants in peace building processes by embracing co –existence as a pillar towards avoiding conflicts in the country. United Religions Initiative-Malawi (URI) Southern African Region
Malawi to Re-Open Schools Sept. 7
The Ministry of Education has announced that following the various strides the country has made in the fight against COVID-19, schools will reopen from September 7, in phases, starting with examination classes. Government ordered closure of all schools in Malawi
Fergy’s resilience paid off (Man UTD)
On November 6, 1986, the fate of Manchester United was permanently altered, thanks to the arrival of Alex Ferguson. Thirteen years later, he received a knighthood in the wake of the historic treble he won en route to becoming United’s most successful
Malawi Launches Artists’ Welfare Fund
By Daniel Namwini Lilongwe, August 26, Mana: Government through Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Wildlife in collaboration with Malawi Gaming Board has launched Malawi Artists’ Welfare Fund aimed at supporting arts and artists behind creative works in the country. Speaking
Malawi Posts Corp Buses to Resume Operations Sunday
By Yamikani Yapuwa Blantyre, August 26, Mana: Malawi Posts Corporation (MPC) has said its Post Coach service will resume this coming Sunday, August 30, 2020. MPC Public Relations Officer, Ida Nkolimbo told Malawi News Agency (Mana) on Tuesday that the
Chawinga Sisters on Target in China
Malawi National women football team, the Scorchers captain Tabitha Chawinga and her younger sister Temwa were on target on Match day 2 of the Chinese Women Super League on Wednesday. Tabitha scored one goal as defending champions Jiangsu Suning beat
The Rise of Tech in Africa
By Michael Kachitsa 1.2 billion people live in Africa, and for the large part, the talent there has been underutilized from a global perspective. Previously this was largely due to geography – Africa is quite far away from the rest of the world, and
Women Entrepreneurs Launch PAWER Magazine
By Arkangel Tembo Blantyre, August 25, Mana: With continuous growth and diversification in Malawian entrepreneurs, the need for increased media coverage cannot be ignored. It is against this background that a group of women entrepreneurs called ‘Empower’ have ganged up
Government Embarks On Tourism SMEs Training
By Kondwani Magombo Mangochi, August 25, Mana: Government has embarked on a 10-day Training of Trainers (ToT) session for small and medium enterprise owners in tourism industry in a quest to make the sector vibrant and more competitive both on
A bad job with a Good Boss is Better than a Good Job with a bad boss
By leyman Publications My boss made a mistake on a project we were working on and instead of owning his mistake, he said it was my fault. I sat through that meeting feeling shocked and disappointed. Although this happened a
Morocco Tightens Measures As Covid Cases Rise
Moroccan authorities on Thursday slapped tight controls on movement in Casablanca and Marrakesh, the North African country’s economic and tourist capitals, following a spike in coronavirus cases. Several districts of the two cities were to be sealed off, and opening
Miracle Chinga Releases ‘Mwapambana’ Album
By Blessings Kapina Lilongwe, August 23, Mana; A Blantyre-based renowned gospel singer, Miracle Chinga whose real name is Miracle Moffat, has released her first album titled ‘Mwapambana,’ Malawi News Agency (MANA) has learnt. In an interview, Miracle Chinga said the
Malawi Chiefs Ban Initiation Ceremonies
By Loness Gwazanga Blantyre, August 21, Mana: Some chiefs in Blantyre have banned initiation ceremonies, a traditional cultural practice that marks a child’s entry into adulthood as a way of preventing further spread of Coronavirus (Covid-19). Group Village Head Kamtukule
WHO Says Children Over 12 Years Should Wear Masks
The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued guidance saying children over the age of 12 should wear masks, in line with recommended practice for adults in their country or area. It admits little is known about how children transmit the
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa That you would call a dog people’s name sometimes caused provocations in olden days, current stand is uncertain. For example take this family and to be specific man of the family, who called his dog after
Chakwera Administration to Complete Mutharika’s Development Projects
By Martin Chiwanda Nsanje, August 21, Mana: Deputy Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Halima Daudi has said it is the wish of the Tonse Alliance-led Government to complete all development projects which were initiated by the previous administration.
Malawi Nabs 11 Illegal Immigrants
By Kondwani Magombo Mangochi, August 21, Mana: Eastern Region Immigration Office has rounded up 11 suspected illegal immigrants in a sweeping exercise in the week. Regional Immigration Officer for the East, Vivian Kasambo, confirmed the development on Thursday, saying nine
Karius major upset in UCL Final
By Michael Kachitsa Loris Karius has confirmed he was subject to death threats after putting in a nightmare display in the 2018 Champions League final. The Liverpool goalkeeper made two huge errors which led to goals for Karim Benzema and
Malawi Economy On Muted Growth- Standard Bank
Malawi’s economic growth will be muted this year due to effects of the Covid-19 pandemic and will be characterized by foreign currency supply shortages, Standard Bank has forecast. While the bank itself seems to have survived the initial Covid-19 onslaught
Minister Dares Community Radios on Survival
By Rose Mahorya Mzuzu, August 20, Mana: Minister of Information and Communications Technology, Gospel Kazako, has challenged community radio stations to be creative in generation of funds for their survival. He made the remarks when he visited Tuntufye and Dinosaur
NICE In COVID-19 Stigma Elimination Campaign
By Grace Kapatuka Salima, August 20, Mana. The National Initiative for Civic Education (NICE) Trust in Salima has embarked on an awareness campaign aimed at eliminating stigma on COVID-19 patients in the communities. Speaking during a training of Community Civic
Malawi Unpacks 5-Point Youth , Sports Development Strategy
By James Mwale Lilongwe, August 20, Mana: Government has unveiled a five-point strategy that focuses on resuscitating and updating pro-youth and sports development policies that have been passive in the recent years in continued efforts to effect a pro-active youth
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By Charles E Kachitsa Jnr The first thing to say is that it takes effort to get into the semi-final, but these four European teams have done it. RB (RasenBallsport) Leipzig RB Leipzig is a football team that is based
Veteran ‘Pamajiga’ Actor Elson Soko Laid To Rest
By Arkangel Tembo Blantyre, August 18, Mana: Personalities and Comedians from all walks of life converged at Henry Henderson Institute (HHI) cemetery in Blantyre on Monday to bid farewell to popular character in Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC’s) radio 1 Pamajiga and
A rejected stone in golden leaf
By Vincent Khonje Kasungu, August 14, Mana: A small holder farmer, Loyce Nyirongo from Makanda Village in the area of Traditional Authority (TA) Mwase in Kasungu toiled all year making all efforts to grow tobacco. This is the crop that
Ministry Of Labour Hints On Fee Hike For Technical Colleges
By Fostina Mkandawire Minister of Labour, Kenny Kandodo hinted that government is contemplating on revising tuition and boarding fees for technical colleges across the country. Kandodo was speaking in Lilongwe, during his familiarization tour of Lilongwe Technical College; Kandodo said
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By Charles Leyman Kachitsa We all make an effort. Some efforts can be remembered for long, like the effort I can still remember perhaps equal to nothing I have encountered in my youth, that of exerting force to break a
Malawi President Chakwera Mourns MCP Loyalist Mai Dinala
By Memory Chatonda and Arkangel Tembo Blantyre, August 13, Mana: President Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has described Malawi Congress Party (MCP) loyalist the late Roseby Dinala as a woman of passion, action and positive reaction to the country’s development. In his
UNICEF Donates 90 Smart Phones to Malawi
By Daniel Namwini Lilongwe, August 11, Mana: United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has donated 90 smart phones and chargers to Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development to be used for receiving feedback from the community on issues regarding the
Science Laboratory to Propel Female Students
By Tione Andsen Lilongwe, August 11, Mana: Construction of a K39 million Science Laboratory by World Vision Malawi (WVM) at Chigodi Community Day Secondary School (CDSS) in Lilongwe would enable female students to development interest in science. Head Teacher for
Ministry to Empower Young People
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Report Reveals Women Take Huge Burden Of Covid-19
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MultiChoice Malawi partners with PEP
Blantyre, 6th May 2020: MultiChoice Malawi and PEP Malawi officially announced a partnership to enable DStv and GOtv customers to make real-time payments for their monthly subscriptions and top up their DStv BoxOffice accounts at PEP stores nationwide. This partnership was introduced
Malawi Pastors Calls For Financial Support
By Steve Chirombo Pastors in Malawi under Chikwawa Pastors Fraternal has asked government and well wishers to financially support pastors amid calls that they need to suspend church congregation services as one of the COVID-19 preventive measures. Chairperson for the
COVID-19 Survivor Speaks Out
By Loness Gwazanga Blantyre, May 8, Mana: Blantyre based COVID-19 survivor has revealed that the disease is indeed curable only if one follows all the necessary medical procedures. The 22-year-old Sufian Godil told the media in Blantyre on Wednesday that
Barcelona Starts Individual Training
Barcelona’s players will return to individual training on Friday in line with protocols laid out by LaLiga. Teams in Spain’s top flight have been returning to training sessions – albeit under strict social-distancing measures – this week after a sustained
Cooking Delicious Goat Meat
By A correspondent There is no nice smelling dish like a goats stew serving (goat curry). The good thing is, the dish does not suffer from the discounting others would as to what other food to accompany it. It can
Malawi to Roll Out Radio, Television Learning
By Ireen Kayira Lilongwe, May 7, Mana: Minister of Education Science and Technology, William Susuwele Banda has revealed that radio and television classes will start in a week’s time as a make-up for students in view of the schools’ shutdown
Mutharika Promises More Development
By Yamikani Yapuwa Blantyre, May 8, Mana: Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Presidential candidate, President Peter Mutharika has reiterated his commitment to continue developing Malawi. Mutharika said this on Thursday in Blantyre when declaring his interest to run for presidency as
How to Strengthen Your Marriage During Corona Virus Quarantine
By Virginia Kwizombe (Mrs) It is a fact that the Covid-19 pandemic has changed the normal household routines. Being in quarantine or self isolation means there is more time with our husbands and wives, which could be a blessing in
Significance of Gathering of the Saints – Monday, 4th May, 2020
There are certain things that you cannot change in your life when you are all alone— no matter how hard you pray or how long you fast.
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Many artists have sang songs that encourage survival. The songs that encourage a fighting spirit when all seems down including in times when illness has taken root. One such songs that immediately come to mind is
Cooking Pumpkin Leaves – New Way
By Our Correspondent With inactivity around a lot of things the world over, you need to make life exciting for yourself. Perhaps one way is experimenting with various ways of cooking traditional food to make it delicious. This week we
Multicultural Kingdom: Ethnic Diversity, Mission and the Church
An extract from Harvey Kwiyani’s book Multicultural Kingdom After this I looked, and there was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the throne and before the Lamb,
Malawi Introduces Emergency Cash Transfers Amid Covid-19
By Yamikani Yapuwa Blantyre, April 29, Mana: President Peter Mutharika has announced the introduction of an Emergency Cash Transfer Program to serve small scale businesses in and around the central markets of Blantyre, Lilongwe, Mzuzu, Zomba and others. Mutharika made
Social Distancing – An Outsider Inside View
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa What does it mean to have no human contact? Since time immemorial as has never been experienced by current generation, our present circumstance requires that there be no haphazard physical contact amongst people. Going back in
Malawi Covid-19 Cases Rise to 36
By Esnath Kalawe Lilongwe, April 27, Mana: Malawi Government through the Minister of Health and Population on Monday announced the country has registered 2 more cases of COVID-19, making 36 cases in total. The portfolio’s minister, Jappie Mhango announced the
Children Risk Adopting Bad Behaviour Due To Closure Of Schools
Glory Msowoya Blantyre, April 27, Mana: Parents and guardians in the country have been asked to take a leading role in shaping lives of their children so that they do not engage in risky behaviours as they are home due
Dzaleka Refugees Camp To Decongest
By Tiyanjane Mwambucha United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees(UNHCR) in Malawi has disclosed plans to relocate some refugees and asylum seekers in order to decongest the camp as one preventive measure of Covid-19 pandemic. UNHCR and partners working at Dzaleka
German Donates COVID-19 Equipment To Malawi
By Sellah Singini Dedza, April 25, Mana: The German Ambassador to Malawi, Jurgen Borsch on Friday donated medical equipment and supplies to Dedza District Health Office (DHO) to help the district in the fight COVID-19. The items included hand sanitizers,
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa To imagine walking with the knowledge of threats to life has always been a constant human experience. What matters and the difference is the intensity and likelihood of that termination itself. In such you always know
Football Players Learnt Dancing From Roger Milla
By Michael Kachitsa Nowadays when we see football players dancing after scoring a goal or winning a game, we may take that for granted thinking it has always been like that since the game’s invention. This is far from the
Hidden Treasure in Fashion Design
By Harris Chimatiro Lilongwe, April 23, Mana: Inspired by local Malawian garments and blooming vibrant fashion scene, Janet Nyondo had the deepest desire and passion for fashion since she was young. She would sketch some rough drawing on a piece
Malawi Registered 10 Cases Of Covid-19 Within 24 Hours
By Daniel Namwini Lilongwe, April 23, Mana: Minister of Health and Population (MoH), Jappie Mhango said the country has registered 10 cases of Covid-19 from Kaliyeka area in Lilongwe within the last 24 hours. The Minister disclosed the development on
Drug Smart Locker Wins Award
By a Correspondent According to the BBC News website, An invention by a South African engineer that dispenses pills has won a major African engineering prize. The African inventor, Neo Hutiri invented the Pelebox, a locker patients can unlock with
CU Students To Learn From Home
Students at the Catholic University of Malawi (CUNIMA) will soon start attending classes online as a way of observing the Covid-19 stay at home order, the university’s administration has disclosed. Speaking in an interview on Tuesday, Publicity and Marketing Officer
Lockdown – Why Necessary to Curb Covid 19
By Our Correspondent According to the organisation Gavi The Vaccine Alliance, there are compelling reasons for adopting a ‘Lockdown’ strategy by government in curbing the Corona virus pandemic. Here below is the full report for the reasons that may force
Govt, TNM Sign Online Learning Agreement
By Patricia Kapulula Lilongwe, April 21, Mana: The Malawi Government through the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology and Telecom Network Malawi (TNM Plc) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on online learning as an innovation to keeping children
SEEDS OF VICTORY – 20th April 2020
With Apostle Joseph Ziba Lose not Your Faith Lest You Lose the War Monday, 20th April, 2020 1 John 5:4 King James Version (KJV) _“….this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our FAITH.” Many people define faith as
Photos: 68-Year-Old Woman Gives Birth to Twins
The Lagos State University Teaching Hospital in Nigeria has announced the successful delivery of twins by a 68-year old woman. The chairman of the hospital’s Medical Advisory Council, Prof Wasiu Adeyemo, made the announcement in a statement on Sunday. It
South Africa-Based Malawian Prophet Bushiri Launches Online Church
South Africa based Malawian Man of God, Prophet Shepherd Bushiri, on Sunday, the 19th of April, 2020, launched the Enlightened Christian Gathering (ECG) online church services. The move is an intelligent and timely response to the suspension of physical church
Catholic Bishops Preach Hope Amid Covid-19
Catholic Episcopal Conference of Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe have called upon their faithful to maintain trust in the risen Christ as the World is in the fight against novel coronavirus (Covid-19). In a joint Easter message released titled “Enhancing Pastoral
Phyzix to Release New Video For EP
A well-known artist in Malawi, Phyzix is to shoot and release a new video this week from his Extended Play (EP). In an interview with Malawi News Agency (MANA) recently, Phyzix said as advancement he is determined to release a
Covid-19 Child Crisis- Save The Children
Child focussed Non-Governmental Organization; Save the Children says the Covid-19 outbreak has pounced more on children in the country hence the need to consider them more in Covid-19 responses. The organization’s Director of Programs Operations Frank Mwafulirwa made the remarks
National Repentance Malawi To Hold Online Repentance Prayers
Interdenominational Repentance and Prayer Ministry in conjunction with United States Capitol Hill Ministries on Prayer and Repentance has organised Global Day of repentance and prayer via zoom to be held on May 1, 2020, aiming to seek God’s intervention on
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Eyes you have but you do not want to see, ears you have but you do not want to hear. Of course this assumes that these body parts are in far perfect health and working condition.
N’golo Kante – His Football Humble Beginnings
By Michael Kachitsa Growing up in Rueil Malmaison, Kante’s childhood had been spent as a scavenger. He walked far to the east of Paris to collect waste and garbage. He sold those waste and garbage to a recycling company. Kante
NGABAGHILA CHATATA (Mrs) – The Beacon for Modern Farming
By The Inspired Agriculturist She advocates for a modern look at agriculture by the young an upcoming generations. Where as most people look at farming as a career for the rural illiterate people, Ngabaghila Chatata, a university graduate took the
Malawi Army, Police to Respect Human Rights During Lockdown
By Manasse Nyirenda Malawi Police Service Acting Inspector of General, Duncan Mwapasa and Malawi Defense Force Commander, General Peter Namathanga have assured Malawians that their rights will be respected in the enforcement of a lockdown that comes into effect on
World Bank Supports Malawi In COVID-19 Response
By Manasse Nyirenda The World Bank has given Malawi with $37million (approximately K27.2billion) to support its COVID-19 response and to mitigate the likely revenue shortfall and economic recovery initiatives. According to a press statement made available to Malawi News Agency
Uganda Extends Lockdown
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni on Tuesday extended the country’s lockdown over the coronavirus by 21 days, from April 15, to May 5. President Museveni made the announcement while addressing the nation on the status of the coronavirus pandemic in Uganda.
Government To Deploy Additional Health Workers
By Pauline Kaude Government will soon deploy additional staff to Ntchisi District through the district health office as one of the measures to manage the Covid-19 pandemic, Malawi News Agency (MANA) has learnt. Chairperson of the Special Cabinet Committee on
Covid-19 Hits Hard, 47 Countries Postpone Elections
By Deogratias Mmana Coronavirus pandemic has forced at least 47 countries in the world to postpone elections while Singapore, Ivory Coast, Romania and Malawi are considering. Malawi Electoral Commission sought the suspension for the July 2020 presidential election but the
Malawians Brace for 21- Day Lockdown
Statement by Malawi President Prof Arthur Peter Mutharika on Tuesday April 14, 2020 My Fellow Malawians Today, Government has declared a 21 Day Lockdown. It will initially be effective at midnight on Saturday, 18th April, 2020 and it will end
Fresh Polls: Malawi President Mutharika to Stand Again
Malawi President Professor Peter Mutharika has collected nomination papers from the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) in readiness for the Fresh Presidential elections, the Commission has confirmed. On 3rd February, the High Court nullified May 2019 Presidential elections citing the polls
Over 20 Million People to Lose Jobs in Africa
A recent African Union (AU) study reveals that about 20 million jobs are at risk on the continent as a result of the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. Most African economies are projected to shrink this year due to the
SEEDS OF VICTORY – Monday, 13th April, 2020
With Apostle Joseph Ziba Respect God’s Process Isaiah 46:10 NIV ”I make known the end from the beginning, from ancient times, what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and I will do all that I please.’”
Covid-19: Over 35,000 People Lost Their Jobs in Malawi
Malawi Tourism is currently under tight threat over COVID-19 as reports say over 35,000 people have lost their jobs due to closure of some hospitality businesses. On April 11, Malawi registered three more cases of Coronavirus bringing the total number
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Recent events in the world are a pivotal moment in time for deeper reflection by us as people. For a start the very definition of what a human being is could be the starting point and
A Run-away Boy Becomes Football Star – Sadio Mane
By Our Sports Reporter The BBC Sports carried this story recently which perhaps you already know, but, as a boy, growing up in a small village called Bambali in Senegal, Sadio Mane’s family weren’t actually that keen on him kicking
Malawi Banks Suspend Key Payments, Reduce Digital Banking Rates
Commercial banks in Malawi have suspended interest and principal payments for bank loans for the next three months. The banks, through the umbrella body, Bankers Association of Malawi (BAM), have also reduced by 40 percent all fees and charges on
Botswana Locks Up Stubborn MPs
Barely 24 hours after government announced that all lawmakers were supposed to observe a period of quarantine for COVID-19, the Director of Health Services at the Ministry of Health and Wellness, says a number of Members of Parliament are to
Steps To Help Your Kids Manage Lockdown Stress
When children feel threatened, stress causes hormones to wreak havoc on their bodies and emotions. Fortunately, you can help. Follow these simple tips to keep your children emotionally, mentally and physically healthy during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdown. 1. Maintain
Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala
By Our Correspondent Chicken Tikka Masala could have never been easier, according to the website Kichn.com, such a chicken dish can be prepared even on a slow cooking fire. Just as a tip, marinating the chicken in some yogurt while
MUST Joins Covid-19 Fight With Automatic Water , Soap Dispenser
In its effort to contribute towards the fight against the COVID19 pandemic, the Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) called on staff and students to come up with innovations that would address some challenges related to the disease. And
Inventor, Nigerian aged 25 Releases First Nigerian Made Fiber Sports Car
By Our Correspondent A 25-year-old Nigerian man, Jerry Mallo, a fabrication engineer and Chief Executive Officer of Bennie Technologies LTD, unveiled the first Nigerian-made fiber sports car named Bennie Purrie. The carbon fiber car was unveiled on 28th November, 2019
SEEDS OF VICTORY – Monday, 6th April 2020
With Apostle Joseph Ziba Change Your Strategy; Focus on Love 1 Corinthians 13:1-2 KJV “….And though I have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries, and all knowledge; and though I have all faith, so that I could remove
Malawi President Mutharika, Ministers Take 10% Salary Cut to Fight Covid-19
Malawi’s president and cabinet will take a 10% salary cut and redirect the money towards the fight against coronavirus, President Peter Mutharika said on Saturday as he announced a stimulus package in an address on state television. Mutharika announced a
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Seasons come and they go. Some may take longer but there is certainty in that they will go. It appears though that as the years go on, the seasons change and keep pushing forward. One of
Malawi Registers Fourth Covid-19 Case
Malawi’s Minister of Health and Population Jappie Mhango has confirmed a fourth case of coronavirus in the country. Mhango, who is the chairperson for a special cabinet committee for coronavirus made the confirmation on Saturday in Lilongwe. According to Mhango,
Second Round Estimates Reduced Tobacco Production
Executive Director for Tobacco Control Commission (TCC), Kaisi Sadala said the country’s crop production has dropped by 6.62 per cent of total production of tobacco this year. In comparison with last year’s output, this year’s second consolidated report for total
Some Myths on Covid 19 – Corona Virus
According to the Independent Newspaper UK, there is need to bust some of the myths going around with the current situation of Corona Virus pandemic. Here below are some of them: Can Covid-19 be transmitted in areas with hot and
How to Make in-Home Southern Fried Chicken
By Our Correspondent According to the website Kichn.com, Frying chicken is definitely a weekend cooking project, which is to say you’ll need a couple of hours to accomplish it, but once you’ve got the technique down you can fry more
William Sachiti, a Zimbabwean Launches Kar-go, Europe’s First Roadworthy Driverless Delivery Car
By Our reporter Powered by Tesla batteries, Kar-go can drive at 60mph and cover around 193km before it needs re-charging – around the same distance as an average delivery driver covers daily. Travelling at up to about 96km/h, the vehicle
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa By and large there is always the realisation as you grow up that individual stories of people might not be the same. Each charted on their path informed by decisions made either by self or others.
SEEDS OF VICTORY – Monday, 30th March 2020
With Apostle Joseph Ziba The Entrance of God’s Word Psalms 119:130 KJV “The entrance of thy words giveth light; it giveth understanding unto the simple.” Many desire to move with speed and progress in everything they do— be it in
MRA, MBS Seal Deal to Address Delays In Clearance Of Goods
Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) and Malawi Bureau of Standards (MBS) have sealed a working relationship which will provide speed and efficiency in their operations in borders aimed at eliminating delays in clearance of goods. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) was
Malawi Government To Decongest Markets
In the light of Coronavirus pandemic, Minister of Local Government and Rural Development Ben Phiri has disclosed plans to decongest flea markets across the country as one way of adhering to preventive measures against the virus. The minister made the
OAF Hailed For Strengthening Coronavirus Preventive Measures
Local leaders in the area of Traditional Authority (T/A) Mkanda in Mchinji district, have applauded a Non-Governmental Organisation known as Our Aim Foundation (OAF) for playing a crucial role in strengthening measures aimed at preventing coronavirus disease (COVID-19) among people
ECAM Calls For Dialogue In Preparation Of Covid-19
Employers Consultative Association of Malawi has said there is need for employers, workers and government to discuss the way forward in case the country is hit by Covid-19. Speaking with Malawi News Agency (MANA) ECAM Executive Director, George Khaki said
Turning Prison Sentence Into Blessing In Disguise
By Wisdom Ngwira Mzuzu, March 23, Mana: In 2017, he was convicted and sentenced to eight years imprisonment with hard labour (IHL) for house breaking and committing a felony therein. He was only 23-years-old then. When he was taken to
Malawi to Hold Fresh Elections in July
Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has set July 2, 2020 as the date for fresh presidential elections, which is the 149th day of the 150 days as per Constitutional Court ruling delivered on February 3, this year. MEC made the announcement
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa ‘When all is said and done’, a very familiar statement and one that gets people rearing and sometimes saying more than they are comfortable to say. It forces people to be nicer. Depending on the occasion
Ronaldinho Celebrates 40th Birthday in Prison
Barcelona and Brazilian superstar Ronaldinho on Saturday celebrated his 40th birthday in a Paraguayan prison. Ronaldinho and his brother were arrested in Paraguay on Friday, March 7 for allegedly using fake passports to enter Paraguay. The brothers said the passports
Coronavirus: When To Use Masks ?
We have seen the a lot of people wearing mask anyhow in the country and the following are important tips that people need to follow (source WHO). When to use a mask? If you are healthy, you only need to
Extractive Mining Calls For Value Addition
Oxfam has challenged Women operating in extractive mining sector should view value addition to their products as a means of securing better price value. Oxfam Malawi, Deputy Country Director, Elias Khozombwe made the remarks Friday during the closing of a
Coronavirus: Malawi Declares State of Disaster
Malawian President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika on Friday declared the country a state of disaster in order to prevent the deadly Coronavirus ravaging the nation. President Mutharika, in a national address made at Sanjika Palace, effected various interventions and measures
Findings For ICT Survey Out In April
By Glory Msowoya The National Statistical Office (NSO) has revealed that the findings on National Survey on Access to and Usage of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Services in households and enterprises will be released by April this year. Spokesperson
Beam Grants Scholarships To Medical Personnel’s
Beautify Malawi Trust in partnership with Merck Foundation has awarded scholarships to 15 Malawian nurses and doctors to study Oncology, Infertility and Embryology as well as Diabetes Management in India. BEAM Patron and Ambassador for Merck Foundation in Malawi, First
Gwamba Postpones ‘Mama Said God First’ Album Launch
The much anticipated ‘Mama Said God First’ Mzuzu album launch by hip hop artist Gwamba has been postponed due to what the artist described as a precaution measure against the looming threat of the Coronavirus. The artist made the announcement
Chad ‘Repaying $100 M Debt to Angola with Cattle’
Chad is repaying Angola a debt of $100m (£82m) with cattle, Angola’s state-run newspaper has reported. The unusual agreement is seen as creating a win-win situation for both nations – Chad is short of cash while Angola needs cattle. More
Zimbabwe President Mnangagwa Bans Wedding Ceremonies
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has issued a ban on all public gatherings with more than 100 people in an effort to curb the spread of the coronavirus. The ban includes weddings, church gathering, sporting events and national celebrations until a
Malawi President Mutharika Rejects Electoral Bills
Malawi President Peter Mutharika has withheld assenting to four Bills that Parliament passed during its February Sitting and rejected Parliament’s Public Appointments Committee (PAC) recommendations to fire Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) commissioners. Presidential Press Secretary and Spokesperson, Mgeme Kalilani announced
Tanzania Confirms First Coronavirus Case
The Tanzanian Ministry of Health announced the country’s first case of the deadly coronavirus on Monday. The female patient, 46, arrived in Tanzania on March 15 from Belgium aboard Rwand Air plane and landed at Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA). The
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa There would be times when in a whole village no body seem to know or have answers to the happenings. Even we are told in the Bible there were moments that kings, chiefs, scholars and even
Will The Beautiful Hen Behind Yao Mountain hatch the 3rd Malawi’s AMVCAs award?
By Our Correspondent As the Malawi film industry continues to gain ground and international recognition, another film has been nominated for the prestigious Africa Magic Choice Viewers Awards (AMCVAs). “The Beautiful Hen Behind Yao Mountain” has been nominated as Best
Trump Tests Negative for Coronavirus
US President Donald Trump has tested negative for the coronavirus, the White House physician has said. “This evening I received confirmation that the test is negative,” Sean Conley said in a statement on Saturday. Mr Trump underwent a test days
FAM Mourns Phalula, Mafuleka
Football Association of Malawi (FAM) is grieving with the entire local football fraternity following the loss of former Nyasa Big Bullets General Secretary and Sulom Executive Committee member Wilily Phalula and FIFA Assistant Referee Ibrahim Mafuleka. Phalula died on Thursday
Bill Gates Leaves Microsoft’s Board
Bill Gates has stepped down from the board of Microsoft to spend more time on his philanthropic endeavors, the company announced Friday afternoon. Though he will remain technology advisor to CEO Satya Nadella, this move reduces his involvement with the
Put God First – NGO Tells Secondary School Students
By Sam Majamanda, MANA Mulanje based local Non-governmental Organization Othakarhaka Foundation Executive Director, Idah Puliwa on Tuesday advised secondary school learners to put God first in their education if they are to succeed. Puliwa made the remarks during a donation
Small and Medium Enterprises Impressed with Buy Malawi Strategy
Chairperson of the National Association of Small and Medium Enterprises (NSME’s), William Mwale has said that the Buy Malawi Strategy (BMS)has been effective in encouraging Malawians to buy locally made goods. In an interview with Malawi News Agency (Mana)on Thursday
Kings Foundation Donates To Needy
Kings Foundation Secondary School has urged people in the district to take a leading role in helping orphans and elderly as they lack lots of basic needs in their daily life. Spiritual Coordinator for the School, Chrissie Pete said this
Minister Pleads For More Players In Conservation
Minister of Gender, Children, Disability and Social Welfare, Mary Navicha has called upon women and other stakeholders in the country to join hands in the fight against depletion of natural resources, saying it has led to climate change-related problems. She
Earning Living Through Potholes
A 35 year old man, Aubrey Gama is thriving on his livelihood on potholes that have developed in Area 49, Lilongwe as a way of countering his unemployment status. He has been jobless for the past four years after he
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Some paths are charted way before those who discover them come to them. Others are dreamt of even before one embarks on the trip and discover some elements on the way of what could have been
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa For things to be born there must be a dying of some kind. This is very true of growth as well. Most growth spring up after the death of dead parts to bring the fresh and
Madame Mutharika Attends Chief Mlumbe’s Royal Wedding
First Lady, Prof. Gertrude Mutharika joined thousands of people to attend double celebration of engagement and wedding ceremony for Senior Chief Mlumbe at Beci’s Gardens in Zomba Born Saidi Asima Kamphepo, Senior Chief Mlumbe engaged and at the same time
Power Woes to End March End
Electricity Generation Company (Malawi) Limited (EGENCO) says the country should expect full power generation by the end of March this year (2020) as it is still working on faulty machines at Kapichira Power Station. According to a press statement issued
Govt to Re-Introduce JCE Exams, Abolish Quota System
Government through the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, has announced that Junior Certificate of Education (JCE) which was abolished in 2015 will be reintroduced effective 2020-21 academic year. The abolishment of JCE, which was negatively received by the general
Flames Coach Mwase Names Squad, To Start Camp Monday
Flames coach Meck Mwase has named a 31 member squad of local based players to start camp on Monday in preparation for back to back 2021 AFCON Qualifying matches against Burkina Faso next month. Mwase has given maiden full call
Pope Francis Sick After Meeting Coronavirus Patients
Pope Francis has come down with a “slight indisposition,” forcing him to cancel a planned Mass in Rome, just a day after he expressed his solidarity with coronavirus sufferers around the world — and as the disease continues to spread
CISANET Applauded For Women Empowerment
Women entrepreneurs in Northern Region have applauded Civil Society Agriculture Network (CISANET) for imparting them with skills on open contracting to enhance their participation in public and private sector procurement processes. Speaking in Mzuzu during training for women and youths
Fountain Of Victory Ministries To Hold Women’s Conference
Fountain of Victory International Ministries has organised a top woman conference aimed at building women in wisdom through the word of God which will take place at Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe on March 21, 2020. In an
Former Egyptian President Dies
Former Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak – ousted by the military in 2011 – has died in Cairo at the age of 91. Mubarak spent three decades in office before a popular uprising swept Egypt. He was found guilty of complicity
SEEDs OF VICTORY – Monday 24th February 2020
With Apostle Joseph ZibaFix Your Attention on God for Your RewardGenesis 15:1 KJV “After these things the word of the LORD came unto Abram in a vision, saying, Fear not Abram: I am thy shield, and thy exceeding great reward.”
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Nations that do not heal find themselves in self inflicted cycles of pity, poverty, distrust, deep rooted divisions, acrimony, hatefulness and other such negative energies. Such things no matter the economical cycle pull those unhealed nations
World Bank Donates Vehicles For Education Project
World Bank has donated to Ministry of Education, Science and Technology 19 vehicles to support the achievement of the Equity with Quality and Learning at Secondary School (EQUALS) Project objectives. The Vehicles worth K928 million will be distributed to six
Youth Encouraged To Live Today For Tomorrow
National Youth Council Chief Executive Officer, Dingiswayo Jere has challenged youth in the country to embrace entrepreneurship over white color jobs in the wake of high unemployment. He made the call in Mzuzu when he presented certificates of attendance to
Girls’ Poor Performance Worries NGOs
Two Ntcheu based organisations have expressed dissatisfaction with school performance among girls in the district despite various interventions aimed at promoting girls education. Be a Girl for a Purpose (BGP) and Stoical Firm (SF) organisations said they noted with concern
Orthodox Pope Calls For Love In Malawi
Greek Orthodox Church Leader, Pope and Patriarch of Alexandria and All Africa, His Beatitude Theodoros II has urged Malawians to continue promoting love, peace and harmony in order to promote religious worshiping. He said this Tuesday in Lilongwe when the
Nthambi Hospital Opens In Lilongwe
Nthambi Private Hospital was opened was on Saturday opened in the City of Lilongwe to complement the delivery of health services to the residents. The Clinic is situated in Area 43 is a private hospital owned by a nurse, Pamela
Flames Players To Re-Group In March
Malawi National Football Team players would regroup for full camp training during the first week of March; two weeks before their match against Burkina Faso. The National Football Team Head Coach, Meke Mwase has said he was upbeat that his
Youth Innovation Challenge To End Youth Problems
Machinga District Youth Network Chairperson, Shalid Ishmael has described youth innovation challenge as a cornerstone in addressing a wide range of issues affecting the youth in the district. Speaking on the sidelines of a briefing of Youth Technical Sub-committee on
Malawi Cotton Can Create 40,000 Jobs
Cotton Council of Malawi (CCM) has said Cotton sector has potential of creating 40,000 employment opportunities in the country. CCM Executive Director, Cosmas Luwanda disclosed this Saturday during a follow up visit to Cotton fields by Members of the Parliamentary
Queen of Katwe Star Dies
A Disney actress died Saturday following a brain tumor, according to the Ugandan school where she was a student. Nikita Pearl Waligwa, who appeared in the 2016 Disney film “Queen of Katwe,” was 15, CNN reported. The movie tells the
SEEDS OF VICTORY – 17th February 2020
With Apostle Joseph Ziba Worship: Chance for a Beautiful Exchange Matthew 4:8-9 King James Version (KJV) “Again, the devil taketh him up into an exceeding high mountain, and sheweth him all kingdoms of the world, and the glory of them;
Inspirational Quotes For the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa I have a DVD copy of the epic movie made out of the lives of the Southern Africa tribe, Bushmen. The title of the movie for those who have not watched it and to remind the
Africa Confirms First Coronavirus Case
Egypt has confirmed its first case of a deadly coronavirus that emerged in central China at the end of last year and has since spread to more than two dozen countries around the world, aljazeera.com reported. Health Ministry spokesman Khaled Mugahed
Zambia’s External Debt Hits US$11.2 Billion
Zambia’s Finance Minister Bwalya Ngandu has revealed that Zambia’s external debt stock now stands at US$11.2 billion. According to Lusaka Times, this is an increase from the US$10.2 billion recorded as at end of July 2019. Dr Ngandu was speaking
Kenya to Invest Millions in Agriculture
Kenya has underscored the importance of agriculture in the eradication of poverty by 2030, Kenya’s Standard Digital News reported. In a message presented at the International Fund for Agriculture and Development (IFAD) by Agriculture Chief Administrative Secretary Ann Nyaga, the
Lilongwe to Host Gate Way of Hope Malawi Fundraising Dinner, Dance
A Christian charity organization based in Lilongwe, Gate Way of Hope Malawi has organized a fundraising valentine dinner and dance towards victims of human trafficking in Malawi. The dinner and dance will be held on February 14, 2020, at 6pm
Egypt Population Passes 100 Million
Egypt’s statistics office said on Tuesday the country’s population has surpassed 100 million, highlighting the threat of overpopulation in a poverty-stricken country where many live in crowded megacities. The North African country retains its position as the most populous Arab
Malawi’s First Hockey Academy Registers 320 Trainees
Hockey Association of Malawi in conjunction with Central High International School said they have up to date registered 320 trainees from schools and surrounding communities to undergo training at the first ever Hockey Academy in Blantyre. In June
Sudan to Hand Over Ex-President Al-Bashir to ICC
Sudan has agreed to hand ousted autocrat Omar al-Bashir and other former government officials to the International Criminal Court for alleged war crimes comitted in Darfur, according to a member of Khartoum’s transitional Sovereign Council. Al-Bashir, who was overthrown by
Ladysmith Black Mambazo Founder Joseph Shabalala Dies
Ladysmith Black Mambazo founder, Joseph Shabalala, 78, died on Tuesday morning at Life Eugene Marais in Pretoria, group manager Xolani Majozi confirmed to TshisaLIVE. Majozi said Shabalala was with his wife, Thokozile Shabalala, during his last moments. “Yes it’s true.
Bill Gates’ Daughter to Marry Horse Rider
Egyptian equestrian Nayel Nassar is set to marry Jeniffer Gates, the daughter of philanthropists Bill and Melinda Gates, who announced their engagement on her Instagram account. Gates and Nassar who have been dating since 2017, are both riders of the
Locusts Reach Uganda, Tanzania
Authorities in Uganda are implementing plans that had been put in place to combat a locust invasion, following sightings of the dreaded pests in the North-east of the country. Uganda is one of the East African countries affected by what
Ugandan Footballer Mandela Banned for Life
FIFA have slapped an astonishing ban on Uganda footballer George Mandela for match-fixing while playing in Kenya with Kakamega Home Boyz. According to Kick-Off, Mandela received a lifetime ban from all football-related activities for his involvement in “match manipulation” while
Youth Empowerment Through Art
Many young people in the country have figured out that for one to be successful is not waiting for employment; self employment also does the trick. One area the youths are flourishing is in arts. Grace Nsonga a young fashion
Animation Production A Viable Business
Crouched on a chair, eyes on the desktop computer monitor, hand on the key board, with full concentration he works. I get so close to see the centre of such paramount concentration, only to see cartoons on the monitor screen.
Brazilian Lion Walks Across Africa By Foot For Disabled
A Brazilian National on a tour across Africa dubbed ‘Waking Africa’, has said there is need for people to understand challenges that people with disabilities face in course of accessing different services. Jose Castro, a member of the Brazil Lions
SEEDS OF VICTORY – 10th February 2020
With Apostle Joseph Ziba Enhance the Quality of Your Life Mark 4:24 King James Version (KJV) “And he said unto them, Take heed what ye hear: with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you: and unto you
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa The nature of humanity is that we desire more our own initiated change by our own ‘strength or power’. Since the fall of man in the garden of Eden, he has always demanded change with the
USA President Trump Fires Two Impeachment Witnesses
In its historic vote, the Senate decided not to remove America’s 45th president from office on charges arising from his dealings with Ukraine. Lt Col Vindman’s twin brother, Yevgeny Vindman, a senior lawyer for the National Security Council, was also
Robert Mugabe Has New Girlfriend
Robert Mugabe Junior, the son of former late president of Zimbabwe Robert Mugabe, has taken to social media to show off his super-model girlfriend Hillary Makaya. The young South African-based model popularly known as Hillzy was one of the award
Coronavirus Kills Over 800 in China
The coronavirus death toll in China has risen to 811, surpassing the toll from the SARS epidemic of 2002-3, according to official data released on Sunday. The number of confirmed infections rose to 37,198, according to China’s National Health Commission.
Orlando Pirates to Lose Gaba
Orlando Pirates must be ready to lose Gabadinho Mhango if he maintains his Golden Boot-winning form this season, hi agent Mike Makaab told Kick-Off Magazine. The Malawi international has raised his game this season and surged to the top of
First Mother-Daughter Pilot Duo In History Had First Flight Together
Female pilots, even in 2019, only account for an estimated 4.4 percent of commercial pilots in the U.S. and the U.K., according to the Centre for Aviation, which means that aviation still remains a male-dominated space. Well, it was only
USA President Trump acquitted by Senate in impeachment trial
President Donald Trump has been cleared in his impeachment trial, ending a congressional bid to remove him from office that bitterly divided the US. The Senate, run by the president’s fellow Republicans, voted to acquit him 52-48 on charges of
Presidential Election Case Judgment Triumph For Malawi
Some renowned political, legal and faith commentators have described Monday’s historic judgment of a presidential election case in Lilongwe as a triumph for Malawi democracy. The judgment delivered by a five-judge panel of Healy Potani, Ivy Kamanga, Dingiswayo Madise, Mike
Malawi Chiefs Warned Against Corruption
Malawi Government has asked traditional leaders in the country to refrain from corruption and bribes but lead their subjects with love and dignity. Deputy Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Esther Majaza made the call on Saturday at Maganga
Malawi to Hold Fresh Presidential Elections
A panel of Five High Court Judges sitting at the Constitutional Court has nullified the 2019 presidential election results and ordered a fresh election within 150 days, on grounds of serious irregularities. The panel, comprising of Judges Healy Potani, RedsonKapindu,
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa For the past four weeks I have been on vacation hence have been away from pen and paper to continue with my contributions of these series. However, the break was worth it as it has helped
SEEDS OF VICTORY – 03 FEBRUARY 2020
With Apostle Joseph Ziba Worship: Chance for a Beautiful Exchange Matthew 4:8-9 King James Version (KJV) Again, the devil taketh him up into an exceeding high mountain, and sheweth him all kingdoms of the world, and the glory of them;
“ The WOW effect of make up as passion and business” – Siphiwe
By Philes Davis Make up has the power to give someone the confidence they all need, or change their life even bring a smile or even evoke tears. Its just a sense of empowering a women’s confidence and being able to stand out to
Malawi President Mutharika, US Assistant Secretary of State Talk Trade, Investment
President Peter Mutharika Thursday discussed with an American envoy on how Malawi would enhance trade and investment with the American government. Mutharika met the visiting United States of America’s Assistant Secretary of State Responsible for Southern Africa, Mathew Harrington at
Malawian Boy Scoops Position One In South Africa IGCSE Exams
A 16 years old Malawian, Jerome Sibande, has scooped position one in overall results of 2019 high school Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examinations in the Republic of South Africa, beating candidates from all 8 South African
Malawi Commits to Support Floods Survivors
The Malawi Government has reassured people affected by flash floods in Nsanje District that it will do everything possible to provide necessary support to ease their suffering. Vice-President Everton Herbert Chimulirenji made the commitment Saturday at Phokera Community Based Child
Dark Sunday: Basketball Legend Kobe Bryant Dies in Helicopter Crash
Kobe Bryant, the basketball star who spent the entirety of his 20-year NBA career with the Los Angeles Lakers, has died at the age of 41. The Los Angeles Times reports that Bryant and four other people were killed in
Mutharika Preaches Peace
Malawi President Prof Arthur Peter Mutharika has emphasized on the need for Malawians to maintain peace and order as the country awaits the outcome of the presidential election case. The president wound up his duty in London, United Kingdom (UK)
Tanzanian President Magufuli Fires Minister Over Fraud
Tanzanian President John Magufuli on Thursday sacked the Minister for Home Affairs Kangi Lugola, saying the ministry was leading in undertaking fraudulent projects. Magufuli also sacked the Commissioner General of the Tanzania Fire and Rescue Force Thobias Andengenye, for overseeing
“I Broke Up With Him Because In His Village Once You Cheat You Die Instantly”
A Nigerian lady has gone to social media to share how she had to end her relationship with her boyfriend because in his village people are not allowed to cheat. According to Nigerian local Press, once a cheater is caught,
Malawian President Mutharika Says Political Stability Vital for Investment
President Arthur Peter Mutharika has expressed concerned that the current political instability in the country threatens potential investors and has called on people escalating the situation to rethink their position. The country has been rocked in post electoral demonstrations in
Lulu Tips Up-And-Coming Artists On Raising Profile
Lilongwe based artist Lawrence Khwisa popularly known as Lulu has advised up-and-coming artists to use events which they are invited to as a platform for showcasing their talent rather than for making money. Lulu was commenting on what a Blantyre
Donald Trump Again! US to Limit Visas for Pregnant Women
US President Donald Trump opened a new front in his battle against immigration on Thursday, barring the issuing of visas to pregnant women seeking to enter the United States for so-called “birth tourism”. In announcing the move, which takes effect
Malawi to Host Beyond Beauty Ladies Ministry Prayer Summit
Beyond Beauty Ladies Ministry has organised a prayer summit scheduled for January 25, 2020 at Bwaila Secondary School in Lilongwe to encourage ladies to stand in prayer. In an interview with Malawi News Agency (MANA) Programme’s Director, Irene Machira said
Malawi to Have Fertiliser Manufacturing Plant
Malawi is expected to benefit from an agricultural investment deal that President Prof Arthur Peter Mutharika has struck in London, United Kingdom when he held talks with UK-based business tycoons from Israel, France, Ukraine and Morocco. The team, which was
Malawi Govt Pays Teachers’ Outstanding Salaries
By Trouble Ziba Ministry of Education, Science and Technology says it has now paid outstanding salaries for the 7,167 teachers who were removed from the payroll in November last year, following their failure to submit details of their national IDs
Greece Elects First Woman President
Greece’s parliament on Wednesday elected the first woman president in the country’s history, a senior judge with an expertise in environmental and constitutional law. A cross-party majority of 261 of the 294 MPs voted in favour of 63-year-old Ekaterini Sakellaropoulou,
Prince Harry in Canada to Start Royal Transition
Britain’s Prince Harry has arrived Canada, where he is expected to spend most of his time after announcing that he wants to “step back” from royal duties. Sky News and other media showed Harry leaving a plane as he arrived
Zim Teachers Rule Out Strike
The Zimbabwe Teachers’ Association (Zimta) has ruled out industrial action, saying it is in favour of dialogue with Government to address its members’ concerns. In an interview Herald News, Zimta president and Apex Council team leader Richard Gundani commended Government
Government Fighting To End Piracy
Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture has expressed the need to have properly regulated outlets for products of expressive arts if piracy is to be effectively curbed in the country. Principal Secretary (PS) in the ministry, Chauncy Simwaka, was speaking
Mutharika Earns Malawi Energy Deal
Malawi has earned an energy deal with a United Kingdom- based company following an audience that President Prof Arthur Peter Mutharika had with the company’s chairperson on Tuesday. Mutharika is currently in London United Kingdom where he attended a day
Malawi, UK Discuss Rural Livelihood Improvement
By Patricia Kapulula Malawi and the United Kingdom have discussed and agreed on ways and means of providing support to improve livelihoods as one way of ensuring that there is a shift to move development from the city to rural
UK to Negotiate Independent Trade Policies
By Patricia Kapulula, United Kingdom The United Kingdom has expressed its commitment to supporting African countries in trade and investment through negotiating for independent trade policies for the first time in 46 years. UK Secretary of State for International Trade
Malawi’s Football Association Appoint New Flames Team Manager
The Football Association of Malawi has appointed Clement Kafwafwa as Team manager of the Senior Men’s National Team, the Flames. Kafwafwa replaces James Sangala, who is FAM’s Youth Football Development Officer. Confirming the appointment, FAM General Secretary Alfred Gunda said
Africa to Benefit From UK’s Innovation, Technology
By Patricia Kapulula The day long UK-Africa Investment Summit held on January 20 in London, United Kingdom (UK) has set the pace to using UK’s expertise and innovation in technology, clean energy, infrastructure and finance which can feed the continent’s
Britain’s Prince Harry to Open a Hospital in Africa; Meets Malawi President Mutharika
The Duke of Sussex Prince Harry who in September last year promised to open a Hospital in Africa on Monday met Malawi President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika in London, United Kingdom. The two leaders met during the UK-Africa Investment Summit
Malawi Youths Geared to Promote Universal Access to Education
By Austin Katunga, Contributor As countries in the world are striving to achieve the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) number 4, which aims at making a quality education accessible to all, youths in Southern Africa Country of Malawi have embarked on
I will Never Oppose DPP, Mutharika Again- Kamlepo
By Carren Mumba Member of Parliament for Rumphi East, Kamlepo Kalua said he will no longer oppose Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) administration for the sake of opposing but rather take a constructive-criticism line. He said this recently when Muslim World
Malawian Companies to Showcase at UK-Africa Investment Summit
By Fostina Mkandawire Over 14 companies under the Malawi Investment Forum are expected to showcase their trading activities to investors at the UK-Africa Investment Summit in London. Briefing the media at Kamuzu International Airport on Friday, before departing for the
Over 10 Hospitalized As Cholera Strikes
At least 10 people have been hospitalized following a Cholera outbreak in the eastern Ugandan district of Busia, a relief organization said on Thursday, the East Africa News reported. Fred Ouma, the Uganda Red Cross Society branch manager for Busia
Man Arrested for Having Sex With His Wife
The southern African kingdom of Eswatini is ramping up rights for married women, enforcing the charge of rape against offending husbands – a taboo in conservative Swati society. The Daily Monitor reported that this week a a 34-year-old Nhlanhla Dlamini
Malawi President Mutharika to Woo UK Investors
Malawi President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika is expected to leave the country today for London, United Kingdom to woo investors at the United Kingdom-Africa Summit. According to a statement from the Office of the President and Cabinet, Professor Mutharika will
SDA Church World Leader to Visit Malawi
By Trouble Ziba Malawi Union Conference of Malawi of the Seventh Day Adventist Church (SDA) says will share with their leader when he visits Malawi next month, only information on progress the church has made in different spheres of life
CAF World Cup Qualifiers Draw On Jan 21
By Tione Andsen Malawi’s football fraternity should keep the fingers across as the draw for Fifa World Cup 2022 will be conducted January 21, 2020. The draw will be held at the Ritz Carlton hotel in Cairo from 7 pm
Malawi Veep Chimulirenji Says Chilembwe Was a True Patriot, Man of Integrity
Malawi Vice President, Everton Chimulirenji on Wednesday said no country can develop without skilled labour force; hence, advised people in the country to have vision and remain focused. Speaking during Reverend John Chilembwe’s Memorial Service of Worship at Providence Industrial
Come Now, Let Us Reason Together: Malawians Called to Embrace Peace
By Memory Chatonda President of Providence Industrial Mission (PIM), Wilson Mitambo has called on Malawians to embrace peace and harmony as the country awaits the outcome of the presidential elections court case. Mitambo said this on Wednesday during John Chilembwe
Presidential Election Case: Judges Report Bribery Attempt, Malawi Anti-Graft Body Launches Manhunt
By Morton Sibale The Malawi Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), Director General, Leyneck Matemba has said the nation should trust the graft-bursting body to do a thorough investigation into the alleged bribe attempt on the judges presiding over the May 21 2019
UNHCR Donates Registration Equipment to Malawi
By Tiyanjane Mambucha United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) Monday donated equipment to National Registration Bureau (NRB) office in Dowa district to support birth registration process in the district. Acting Country Representative for UNHCR, Rica Amano said the
Exit Vision 2020 Enters Mission 2020: ‘Never Be Ashamed Of Your Hustle’
Nigerian celebrated Music artist, Peter Okoye of P-Square also known as Mr P advises his fans to focus on Mission 2020 rather than getting stuck with vision 2020. He shared this via his Instagram page, the singer urged his fans
Lesotho Police Hunt For First Lady
Lesotho police say First Lady Maesiah Thabane is on the run and a fugitive from justice after they failed to arrest her on Friday night, South African Eye Witness reported. Accoring to the report, she’s wanted for questioning in the
Court Reserves Bail Ruling for UTM Senior Member Kabwila
By Andrew Magombo Lilongwe Magistrate Court has reserved its ruling on bail application by UTM senior member, Jessie Kabwila, who was detained last Saturday on counts of proposing violence to an assembly and uttering words which are prejudicial to the
Malawi Satisfied with 76% Drug in Stock
By Salome Gangire Government says it is satisfied with 76 per cent availability of essential drugs and medical supplies the Central Medical Stores Trust (CMST) has in stock at its warehouse in Mzuzu. Minister of Health and Population, Jappie Mhango
Accept Presidential Election Case Court Verdict- NICE
By Patrick Ndawala and Robert Nayeja As the country waits court determination on the electoral case, National Initiative for Civic Education (NICE) Trust on Thursday organised a peace building sensitisation campaign in Machinga District as a way of preparing people
Agricultural Commercialization Project to Boost Malawi Economy
By MortonSibale State President, Arthur Peter Mutharika has described the Agricultural Commercialisation (AGCOM) Project as a tool that will transform Malawi’s economy and enable the country transform into a producing and exporting nation. The country’s Head of State was speaking
Taiwan: DPP in LandSlide Victory
Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen of the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has won a second term with a landslide victory Saturday’s election over her opponent, Han Kuo-yu of the Kuomintang (KMT) who has since conceded defeat. Tsai, in her victory
How to Prevent Floods ? …DoDMA says Plant More Trees
By Collings Kalivute Government through the Department of Disaster and Management Affairs (DODMA) has urged people in the country to plant more trees during this rainy season as one way of preventing disasters in the near future. 252 households were
Malawian Man Fined for Spreading fake News on Whatsapp Groups
By Aisha Amidu The Karonga First Grade Magistrates court in Malawi on January 06, 2020 ordered a 34 year old man, Palisha Twasa Swira to pay K100,000 fine or spend 12 months in prison for publicizing false news likely to
Five Envoys Presents Letters Of Credence To Mutharika
By Lily Kampani President Prof. Peter Mutharika on Tuesday welcomed newly appointed Ambassadors from Japan, Russia, Thailand, Iran and Philippine. The Ambassadors all expressed their eagerness to forge lasting bi-lateral relations with Malawi as they presented their letters of credence
Crime Rate Drops in Machinga
By Aisha Amidu Machinga Police has managed to reduce crime rate by 0.2 percent in the just ended year. This has been disclosed through a report that was released by the Research and Planning Office which stated that police have
Livingstonia, Nkhoma Synods Speak On Co-Existence
By Salome Gangire Church of Central African Presbyterian (C.C.A.P) Livingstonia Synod has called for peaceful co–existence with sister synod of Nkhoma. Livingstonia Synod general secretary, Rev. Levi Nyondo made the call Sunday at Multi Career Secondary School premises in Mzuzu
Malawi to Launch First Ever Lead Entrepreneur Digital Magazine
By Harris Chimatiro Matelar Creative Hub will on 10 January 2020 launch the first digital magazine at their offices in Area 47 Sector 2. The content of the magazine aims at inspiring and empowering young lead entrepreneurs to unleash their full potentials
MISA Cautions Media Houses On Election Case Coverage
By Felix Kapatamoyo The Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA) Malawi chapter has urged media houses in the country to report responsibly as Malawians are waiting for ruling of the Presidential election case. MISA Malawi Chairperson, Tereza Ndanga told Malawi
Teen Fakes Pregnancy
Malawi Police service at Lingadzi in Lilongwe on Thursday arrested a 17 year old girl (name with held) for allegedly faking pregnancy centrally to section 122(a) of the penal code. Public Relations Officer for the station, Salomy Zgambo told Mana
Presidential Election Case: Constitutional Court Pleads For Peace
By Andrew Magombo The High Court panel of five judges of the Constitutional Court sitting for the presidential elections case in Lilongwe has implored for peace and calm in the country ahead of a ruling after finishing hearing the case
Mutharika Underscores Need to Protect Malawian Innovations
By Yamikani Yapuwa Malawi’s President, Peter Mutharika has underscored the need for the country to promote and nurture its innovations to put its mark on the globe. Mutharika made the call on Friday in Blantyre during Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC)’s
Women Lawyers Recommend Changes in Electoral Laws
By Morton SIbale, MANA Women Lawyers Association of Malawi (WLA) has recommended changes in some laws governing elections and election petitions in the country to avoid the problems the country faced following this year’s tripartite elections. WLA Coordinator for Research
Malawi Towards Sustainable Public Health
By Aisha Amidu Malawi is expected to achieve sustainable public health through the 2018-2020 Strategic Plan and the National Health Research that was launched on Friday at Lilongwe Crossroads Hotel. The Public Health Institute of Malawi (PHIM) Strategic Plan 2018-2022
Malawians Mourn Musician Joseph Tembo
Malawians on the social media continue to mourn the death of musician and politician Joseph Tembo who died on Thursday at Kamuzu Central Hospital in Lilongwe after a short illness. The remains of musician and producer Tembo will be taken
Judiciary Impressed With Presidential Election Case Coverage
By Felix Kapatamoyo High Court Registrar Agnes Patemba says the judiciary is satisfied with the way radio stations have so far covered proceedings of the presidential elections case in the constitutional court sitting in Lilongwe. Speaking in an interview with
Census Indicates Increase in Economic Activity
By Patricia Kapulula Statistics gathered from the Census of Economic Activities 2019 indicate that there has been an increase in economic activity between the period 2016 and 2017. The National Statistical Office (NSO) conducted the first ever Census of Economic
Maseko Ngoni Set For Elective Conference
By Grace Moyo & Esinter Gideon All roads will lead to Gava L.E.A Primary School in Lilongwe on January 15, 2020, where elections of new Executive Committee for Lilongwe Maseko Ngonis’ will be held. According to the Maseko Ngoni constitution,
Malawians Urged to Act Against Climate Change
President Peter Mutharika on Wednesday launched the 2019/20 National Forestry Season in Mulanje with a call for all Malawians to support the government in planting trees and managing forests as one way to fight impacts of Climate Change. The Malawian
Likoma, Chizumulu Islands Not Abandoned-Minister
By Patrick Botha Residents of Likoma and Chizumulu Islands have said goodbye to prolonged power outages courtesy of the over K1.5 billion Hybrid Power Plant Project launch in Likoma on Monday. “What we are witnessing here today is the first
Malawi Unveils First Ever Community Health Ambassador
By Fostina Mkandawire The Ministry of Health and Population on recently unveiled a Community Health Ambassador who will help in championing realization of quality primary healthcare at community level. During the launch of the community health ambassador in Lilongwe, Health
Malawi Gets K385 Billion From Global Fund for HIV/AIDS
Geneva-based financing group, Global Fund, has granted K385 Billion to Government of Malawi to help in the fight against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and malaria among other things. A statement from Global Fund to Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning and Development
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa In some cases the darkness when night descended would be like no any other. Imaginatively one would wonder whether perhaps the powers above had flicked a switch to increase darkness. That’s because comparatively other nights people
Coal Powered Plant An Answer to Blackouts
By Chimwemwe Njoloma As the world is in a race to limit climate change effects, government says coal-fired power remains the solution to ending blackouts in the country. This comes although the Conference of the Parties (COP) summit in Madrid
CSO’s Hail LGAP Impact
By Zenak Matekenya Civil Society Organisations in Northern Region have commended Local Government Accountability and Performance Project (LGAP) in promotion of delivery of public services at local level. Speaking on the sidelines of LGAP grants pre-application workshop for CSOs in
Malawi Human Rights Commission Towards Upholding Rights For the Youth
By Joseph Chikalipo Malawi Human Rights Commission (MHRC) Executive Secretary, David Nungusaid this year’s International Human Rights Day is set to help the youth in the country to realize their full potential in the enjoyment of their human rights. He
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa In the times we were growing up most often during summer holidays we were taken or sent to spend some time in the village. These times were exciting as we would be looked after by our
Mchinji Toddler With Hole in Heart Seeks Help
By George Chikhadwe and Wishes Mumba A two-year-old girl from Baziliyo Viillage Traditional Authority (TA) Zulu in Mchinji, Elube Kang’ombe needs K250, 000.00 support from well-wishers after being diagnosed with a rare heart condition called Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD). Elube
Chitipa Chief Concerned With Rising Teenage Pregnancies
By John Chihana Traditional Authority (TA) Mwenewenya of Chitipa has expressed concern over high numbers of teenage pregnancies in the district saying the situation is hindering youth involvement in economic activities. He was speaking during commemoration of African Youth Day
Jhpiego to Reduce Spread Of HIV
John Hopkins Programme for International Education in Gynecology and Obstetrics (Jhpiego), says testing sexual partners for those people found HIV and AIDS positive has potential to reduce further spread of the virus. Jhpiego Team Leader for Mzimba North, Jimmy Midwa
“Cecilia Magaleta proof that Makeup is the source of Many careers, Many talents and a ton of fame”
By Philes Davis “I remember few years ago when a little niece of mine told my parents that she wanted to be a beauty artist, you would have seen the anger in them ‘Oooh gosh are you insane all your friends
Malawi Launches National Energy Policy, Targets 50 Percent Electricity Connection By 2025
By Manasse Nyirenda, MANA The Minister of Natural Resources, Energy and Mining, Binton Kutsaira has said the Government of Malawi is working towards reaching up to 50 percent of the population with electricity by the year 2025. The Minister said
Blantyre National Stadium Not An Empty Promise- Ministry
By Felix Kapatamoyo Government through the Ministry of Sports has said that the Blantyre National Stadium at Njamba Freedom Park which government promised will commence after finalizing surveys which are underway. The Ministry of Sports Public Relations Officer, Simon Mbvundula
Shock: 38% Of Women Face Sexual Violence
By Ireen Kayira As the world is commemorating the 16 days of activism it has been revealed that 38 per cent of women aged between 15 and 49 have experienced sexual violence in their lifetime while girls and boys are
Lions Calls For Joint Effort In Fight Against Diabetes
By Ireen Kayira Lions Club of Capital City (LCCC) has said there is need for more stakeholders to join hands in the fight against diabetes. This was said in Lilongwe during the LCCC sight testing and diabetes screening and awareness
Zimbabwe High Commissioner to Malawi Submits Letters Of Credence
By Fostina Mkandawire New Zimbabwe High Commissioner to Malawi Hilda Suka Mafudza on Tuesday submitted her letters of credence to State President Professor Authur Peter Mutharika. Speaking during the presentation ceremony at the Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe, Mafudza indicated that
FAM Identifies Young Women’s Football Talent
By George Mponda Football Association of Malawi (FAM) has engaged four primary schools from Dedza for it to identify young women’s football players. During the tournament which FAM conducted at Dedza Stadium, young girls aged six to 13 from four
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa In those days you had patriarch for every area of life. You name it, in football we had figureheads at all levels, in politics we had them strongmen at all levels, funeral services you again had
Egypt Awards Scholarships to Malawian Youth
By Moses Nyirenda The Egyptian Embassy has awarded 14 undergraduate scholarships to youth in the country to pursue different university programmes in Egypt. The scholarship awardees are expected to study programmes such as engineering, medicine, agriculture and commence. Speaking on
6 Years Later: IMF Pumps In US $40 Million For Budget Support
By Chikondi Chimala Malawi will finally get resources amounting to US$40 million (about K29 billion) from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in direct budget support, Minister of Finance, Economic Planning and Development, Joseph Mwanamvekha has announced. This will be the
Dzenza Secondary School Breaks Record
By Tione Andsen Management of Dzenza Secondary School in Lilongwe has been hailed for breaking the school’s Malawian School certificate of Education (MSCE) results during the 2019 examinations. Vice Chairperson for Dzenza Secondary School Alumni Association, Chikondi Chiumbuzo Mponda made
Wealth Creation Critical in New Vision Agenda For Malawi
By Tione Andsen National Planning Commission (NPC) has emphasized the need to aim at prioritizing wealth creation in the development of Vision 2063 agenda for the country. NPC Director General, Dr. Thomas Munthali said this Tuesday during Vision 2020 Review
MPC Set to Introduce Same-Day Delivery Courier Service
By Peter Mseteka Malawi Posts Corporation (MPC), the country’s postal service provider, is set to roll out a same-day delivery service across the cities and towns of Malawi through their buses as one way of satisfying the customers’ needs. Speaking
NSO Lied to Malawians On Albinos Census
By Judith Kayange Chairperson for Association of Persons with Albinism (APWA) in Mzimba, Richard Mithi says statistics on the number of people with albinism in the district as reflected by the 2018 Population and Housing Census does not reflect the
Chikulamayembe Chieftaincy Wrangle Over
By Blessings Kaunda Mzuzu High Court has thrown away an application by Joseph Bongololo Gondwe to stop Walter Mtima Gondwe from practicing as Paramount Chief Chikulamayembe on legitimacy grounds. On November 8, lawyer for Joseph Bongololo Gondwe, solicited two injunctions,
Cultural Practices Fueling Child Marriages
By Moses Nyirenda The Minister of Gender, Children, Disability and Social Welfare, Mary Thom Navicha has said some cultural practices such as forced marriage are fueling the increase of child marriages in the country. She made the remarks on Wednesday
Secondary School Students Arrested for Vandalism
By Sarah Munthali Police in Mchinji have arrested 12 students of Magawa Secondary School for vandalizing school property during Tuesday night. The arrests were part of police interventions to restore peace at the school. Mchinji Police spokesperson, Kaitano Lubrino said
Mwayi Yelewa: The First Class Female Engineer from MUST
When she joined MUST in April 2014, she was among 9 percent of the girls that had been selected to the Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST). The low number of girls in this group was attributed to the
Four Chinese Arrested For Illegal Fishing in Lake Malawi
By Alice Chunga The Department of National Parks and Wildlife this week arrested four Chinese nationals for being found illegally fishing one of the endangered species, Cichlid fish (Mbuna), in Lake Malawi National Park. The accused are Cui Xu (51),
Mutharika Calls For Positive Mindset to National Development
By Lily Kampani Malawi President Peter Mutharika has urged the nation to develop a spirit of patriotism, integrity and hard work as one way of driving collective efforts to create wealth and make Malawi a middle income economy. The President
MACRO, MDF Collaborate For Clinic Fundraiser
By Alice Chunga Malawi AIDS Counseling and Resource Organization (MACRO) in collaboration with Malawi Defense Force (MDF) have organised aerobics and tag-of- war session to raise funds for a new MACRO clinic. The session will be held at Lucky One
DPP Growing Stronger in Parliament As Karonga Nyungwe MP Joins
By Andrew Mkonda Karonga Nyungwe Member of Parliament, Kenneth Ndovie, has officially announced he has joined the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP). Ndovie, who won on independent ticket, made the announcement at a development rally the party’s National Director of
Malawi: 65 Year-Old Man Gets 8 Years Prison Sentence for Defilement
By Wishes Mumba First Grade Magistrate Court in Mchinji on Friday sentenced Dickson Issah, aged 65 to eight years imprisonment with hard labour for defiling a three-year-old girl. According to the mother of the victim, the incident occurred on October
Journalists Drilled on Child Marriage Reporting
By George Chikhadwe and Owen Zayambika Journalists Association Against Aids (JournAids) in collaboration with Community Initiative for Social Empowerment (CISE ) on Monday hosted a Media training for journalists based in Mchinji on how best to report on issues surrounding
Mzimba Chief Hails Malawi Redcross Society WASH Project
By Joseph Mkandawire Traditional Authority Kampingo Sibande of Mzimba has hailed Malawi Redcross Society for improving sanitation status in his area. The chief told Mana Monday that Water and Sanitation Hygiene (WASH) interventions the organization implemented in his area have
Malawi Police to Deploy Officers at Msundwe
By Felix Kapatamoyo The Malawi Police Service (MPS) says it is ready to deploy officers to Msundwe and Mpingu police units in Lilongwe if communities there renovate its offices which were destroyed four months ago. MPS National Spokesperson James Kadadzera
Just In: Mourinho Appointed Tottenham Manager
Former Chelsea and Manchester United boss Mourinho has signed a contract until the end of the 2022-23 season. Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy, announcing Mourinho’s arrival, said: “In Jose we have one of the most successful managers in football. “He has
Ministry Urges Farmers to Plant With First Rains
By Lameck Kwalimba The Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation and Water Development has urged farmers across the country to plant with the first rains, seed varieties which mature quickly and follow instructions by extension workers in an attempt to counter erratic
Malawian Companies to Construct Houses for Security Agencies
By George Bulombola Government intends to engage Malawian construction companies in the construction of houses for officers in security agencies as one way of fast- tracking the implementation of the project. Minister of Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Vuwa Kaunda,
Over 52 Million Africans in Need of Food
By Tione Andsen More than 52 million people across Africa are faced with acute food shortage as result of weather extremes that hit the continent. According latest Malawi Vulnerability Assessment Committee (MVAC) October 2019, Report are indicating that over 1.1
Communities Rebuffs Investor’s Plea To Re-Open Mine Industry
By John Chihana Communities surrounding Ilomba Granite Mine at Mbirima in the area of Traditional Authority (T/A) Mwaulambya in Chitipa, have vowed to stop resumption of the mine’s operation, unless their demands are met. Speaking at an interface meeting between
Government Orders Demolition Of Multi-Million Kwacha Warehouse
By Tione Andsen Government has ordered the demolition of multimillion kwacha Warehouse illegally constructed on encroached land for state owned Livimbo Primary and Community Day Secondary Schools in Area 2, Lilongwe. Minister of Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Vuwa Kaunda
Flames Heritage Malawi End of Project Event – Manchester a Success
By Allan Mandindi Saturday afternoon we joined other Malawians to grace the End of this year’s Flames Heritage Project, an event that was held at Wright Robison College Theatre Hall. The event attracted people from all walks within the Malawi
FACE to Face With MUST First Female Genius
By By Aisha Amidu Her love for science subjects begun when she was in Form 2 at Mwanza Secondary School where most of other girls shunned the sciences. “I wanted to be different,” says Eneless Rasheedah Nsamila who has lived
Water Losses Worry Lilongwe Water Board
By Moses Nyirenda The Lilongwe Water Board (LWB) has bemoaned the increase of non-revenue water losses which is coming due to theft of water supplying equipment, illegal water connections and other related issues. In an interview with the Malawi News
PACT Malawi Awarded $12 Million to Restore Biodiversity in Lake Malawi
By Fostina Mkandawire Pact Malawi has been awarded a grant of $12 million to implement a project called ‘Restoring Fisheries and Sustainable Livelihoods in Lake Malawi’ (REFRESH) by USAID to be implemented from 2019 to 2024. Speaking during a startup
Plan Malawi Rescues Over 2,000 Girls From Early Marriages
By Ireen Kayira Plan International Malawi has managed to withdraw over 2,000 girls from early marriages since 1994. Plan Director for Southern Africa, Charles Businge disclosed the development to Malawi News Agency (Mana) on Tuesday when they were celebrating25 years
NGO Hailed for Improving Health Services in Mchinji
By Moses Nyirenda Mchinji District Council Director of Health and Social Services, Dr Juliana Kanyengambeta has commended an international nongovernmental organization known as Our Aim Foundation for promoting quality health services in the district. In an interview with Malawi News
Mutharika Urges Opposition to Stop Destroying Property
By Mary Makhiringa Malawi President Professor Peter Mutharika has reiterated the need for all people in the country to unite and protect the country’s assets. Mutharika made the remarks on Thursday when he addressed a development rally at Balaka LEA
Gaba Scores For Flames
Flames striker Gabadinho Mhango helped Malawi earn a perfect start to 2021 African Cup of Nation (AFCON) qualification crusade as his lone goal in the 68th assured the home team maximum points at Kamuzu Stadium in Blantyre. The timely goal,
Farmers Encouraged to Adopt Ecological-Friendly Agricultural Practices
By Fostina Mkandawire An agriculture-oriented organisation has embarked on a project in the country to equip smallholder farmers with environmentally friendly agricultural practices. Speaking in Lilongwe during an Annual General Meeting, Chairperson for Participatory Ecological Land Use Management (PELUM), Peter
Malawi Gets Tough On Social Media Abuse
By Andrew Ndhlovu Minister of Information, Civic Education and Communication Technology, Mark Botomani has described abuse of internet through, among other ills, spreading fake news as a threat to national security. He was speaking at a cyber security management workshop
Immigration Process 123 Applications Via Online
By Edward Manyera The Department of Immigration and Citizenship Services on Monday said it has processed 123 applications since they launched the online visa service on November 1, 2019. In an interview with Malawi News Agency (MANA) Public Relations Officer
Activists Condemn Undressing of Karonga Women
By Memory Banda & Andrew Mkonda Foundation for Community Support Services (Focus) has called for arrest of the youth who undressed women and girls for wearing trousers and miniskirts in Karonga. In a press statement released Monday, Focus Executive Director,
Kenyan Prisoner Awarded Law Degree
A former death row inmate in Kenya has told the BBC of his joy at having graduated with a law degree from the University of London. William Okumu, one of several inmates or former inmates who graduated at a ceremony
Malawi Education Crisis Worsens
Tione Andsen Government has admitted that education sector is still characterized by inadequate infrastructure, teachers, teaching and learning materials in most schools in the country. The Minister of Education Science and Technology, Dr William Susuwele Banda made the remarks Monday
NGOs Fueling Vandalism In Secondary Schools-Minister
By Tione Andsen Government has expressed concern that some Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOS) in the country were fuelling acts of vandalism among students in Secondary Schools in the country. Minister of Education, Science and Technology, Dr William Susuwele Banda expressed the
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa It is so fascinating that what has been said about Africa that we are one people has been proved time and again. More recently the wedding of paramount Chief of the Ngoni Maseko people, Inkosi ya
Mutharika Pays Homage to Malawi World War Heroes
By Evance Chisiano and Blessings Kaunda Malawi Professor Peter Mutharika on Sunday presided over the 2019 Remembrance Sunday in Zomba where he led Malawians in paying tribute to fallen heroes of First and Second World Wars. The occasion was also
Malawians Told to Be Alert on Ebola Outbreak
By Trouble Ziba The Ministry of Health and Population has stressed the need for the country to stay prepared for Ebola disease even though there has been no single confirmed case registered in the country. The portfolio’s minister, Jappie Mhango,
Malawi Govt Revises Maize Price
By Blessings Kapina Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation and Water Development has revised the price for buying maize from farmers from K150 to K250 due to what it describes as slow inflow of maize to ADMARC Markets. In a statement signed
Water Board Admits Overcharging Customers
By Zenak Matekenya Northern Region Water Board (NRWB) has admitted that it is over charging its customers on the water that it supplies. The admission follows complaints that were recently raised by some affected customers at the water board’s head
London Gets a “Taste of Malawi”
By Kondwani Munthali, Malawi High Commission, London, UK Prospective investors, tour operators, airlines and business officials in London on Thursday gathered at Scotland House for a “Taste of Malawi” night where Industry, Trade and Tourism Minister Salim Bagus said the
Malawi Not ‘Fully’ Prepared for Ebola Outbreak
By Andrew Mkonda TheEbola simulation exercise conducted by Ministry of Health and Population in Chitipa and Karonga districts has exposed several gaps in the management of the disease in the country. Deputy Team Leader for the exercise, Dr. Evelyn Chitsa
Chewa Chiefs Set By-Laws For Gule Wa Mkulu
By Chimwemwe Chiwanda Chewa Chiefs in the country have agreed on 12 years as the rightful age for boy children to be initiated into Gulewamkulu Cult in order to allow them thrive in education. The resolution was made at Crossroads
Tractor-Gate Scandal Money to Be Recovered- Treasury
By Morton Sibale Secretary to the Treasury, Cliff Chiunda has assured the country that government will recover every penny from the disposal of the farm equipment government acquired through a loan from India. Chiunda was responding to questions from Members
Malawi Election Case: AG Kaphale to Object to MCP’s Suleman Evidence
By Morton Sibale Lawyer for the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC), Kalekeni Kaphale has hinted that he will object to Suleman using data that his team has not had the liberty to inspect beforehand. Kaphale, who is the Attorney General and
Malawi President Mutharika Calls for Peace
By Synd Kalimbuka Malawi President Professor Peter Mutharika has reiterated his call on Malawians to focus on the developments government is implementing in different areas instead of fighting its leadership. Mutharika was speaking on Friday at Zomba District Council round
ICT Syllabuses Must Be Relevant- Minister
By Fostina Mkandawire Minister of Information, Civic Education and Communications Technology Mark Botomani on Thursday cautioned Universities in the country to develop Information Communication Technologies (ICT) syllabuses that are relevant to the development of the country He said Government attaches
Cultural Heritage Promotes Development
By Daniel Namwini Government has said there was potential for cultural heritage to contribute tremendously development to the countyr’s tourism industry. Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture, Francis Phiso said this on Wednesday when he visited Chentchelere and Mphunzi rock
Lilongwe Circumcise 100,000 Men
By Joseph Chikalipo Over 100,000 boys and men have received safe Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision (VMMC) services in Lilongwe district since April 2016 to September 2019 through the Jhpiego led Project Improving Quality (IQ). Jhpiego in collaboration with Ministry of
Suspected Ebola Case in Malawi, Suspect Referred to Karonga District Hospital
By Andrew Mkonda Karonga District Hospital has admitted it has received a patient from Mbilima in Chitipa District near Tanzania who is suspected to be infected with Ebola Disease. Karonga District Environmental Health Officer, Lewis Tukula told Malawi News Agency
Road Users Risk Accidents Due to Nonfunctional Traffic Rights
By Easter Khunga Traffic lightsin Mzuzu City have been nonoperational for close to a year, pausing risk on lives of road users. A taxi driver in the city, Rodrick Patrick Chione told the Malawi News Agency (Mana) Tuesday that there
MUST Secures MK1.5 Billion Chinese Grant
By Memory Chatonda Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) Council Chairperson Andrew Daudi says the university has secured US$2 million (about K1.5 billion) worth of teaching, learning and research equipment from the Republic of China. Daudi made the pronouncement
Phyzix Releases Michael Yekha
By Ireen Kayira A Blantyre based renowned artist who is popularly known by his stage name as Phyzix, on November 4 released a new single titled Michael Yekha. Michael Yekha was one of the popular Malawian musicians in the 80s.
Rapid Population Growth to Put Water Supply Under Strain in Lilongwe
By Sellaphine Banda Lilongwe Water Board (LWB) has projected that the city’s population, currently at one million, will grow to 3.8 million by 2045 which the institution fears will severely strain the water supply service to city residents. LWB Chief
Be Creative, Innovative MUST Graduates Told
By Tikondane Vega President Professor Peter Mutharika says innovativeness and entrepreneurship is the best option to promoting socio-economic development of the country. Mutharika who is also the Chancellor of the Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) made the remarks
No One Will Die of Hunger, Mutharika Assures Malawians
By Memory Chatonda Malawi President Peter Mutharika has reiterated that no-one will die of hunger as long as he is governing the country. Mutharika made the remarks on Tuesday when he addressed a rally at Goliati Primary School ground in
Man Killed for Alleged Adultery, Police Launch Manhunt
Bishop Witmos Malawi Police Service in Chitipa district are looking for a man identified as Michael Sibale, who is suspected to have killed 33 year old Lutamyo Kamwela on Sunday, in the area of Senior Chief Kameme on allegations that
Interchange Road to Be Ready in March
By Andrew Ndhlovu Traffic activities will be disrupted in Lilongwe for the next five months following a decision by Roads Authority to close part of M1 road of Area 18 roundabout to pave way for construction works. Speaking after touring
Ghetto King Fredokiss to Engage Youth Through ‘League for Change’
By Aisha Amidu Penjani Kaluwa, popularly known as Fredokiss in music cycles, has established a grouping ‘League for Change’, where the youth are expected to be agents of change by providing solutions to problems affecting the country. He said that
Tumaini Festival Unites DRC Refugees, Malawians
By Sellaphine Banda Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Homeland Security has hailed this year Tumaini sixth edition festival, saying the occasion will helped people from Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Malawi to come together and share ideas. Speaking
Malawi Albinos For Economic Empowerment
By Ireen Kayira The Association of persons with albinism in Malawi (APAM)has appealed to stakeholders to help persons with albinism to start small scale businesses. This was said when Chelsea community donated items to persons with albinism in Lilongwe
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Some days would be like that with a promise of good whether yet as the day wears on the weather would prove to be unfriendly. The weather forecast that most often are given on TV or
EDUCATION IN MALAWI – AN OUTSIDER INSIDE VIEW
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa One would say we may have a lost generation in our midst, one that has no identity with no patriotism but again no mastery of modern ways. A generation that has no care of things including infrastructure around
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Change is inevitable and since man was created so many years ago, he has known that this has to be expected. For some time in search of more civilization, man has tried to constantly change the
“If Hard Work was a Person ELLEN CHAKANGA MCHENGA WOULD BE THE DEFINITION OF HARDWORK”
By Philes Davis Gone are the days when our mentality was groomed on saying women are goal holders, the only thing there to do is hold the family down not to add value and success to it. Looking at the life
Sanctions Against Zimbabwe Must be Lifted- SADC
By Chikondi Chimala Southern African Development Community (SADC) ambassadors accredited to Malawi Friday called for the lifting of crippling sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe since 2001. Addressing the local press at the Zimbabwe Embassy in Lilongwe, envoys from Mozambique, South Africa,
Malawi Voted 2nd Vice Chair of AU’s CCICT Bureau
By Kondwani Hilary Chitosi Malawi has been elected into the Bureau of the African Union (AU) Specialised Technical Committee (STC) on Communication and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) as second vice chair, representing the continent’s southern region. The country was
Russian Nuclear Company Eyes Malawi For Investment
By Sarah Muthali A Russian company, Rosatom, Friday met President Arthur Peter Mutharika to discuss possibilities of the construction of peaceful nuclear power plants to help in energy and agriculture sectors in Malawi. In an interview after meeting President Mutharika
Chieftaincy Wrangles Haunt Economy
Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Dr. Ben Phiri has expressed concern over chieftaincy wrangles, saying the disagreements deprive people of their right to development in affected areas. Phiri was speaking Wednesday at Maganga in Nkhata Bay when he
Private Sector Participation in Health Service Vital
By Tione Andsen Care Poly clinic Limited has said Private sector participation in delivery of health services in the country is vital to complimenting government’s efforts to providing better medical care. Care Polyclinic Limited, Medical Director, William Agane said this
Prison Warders Using Inmates’ Cells As Offices
By Bishop Witmos Warders at Chitipa Prison use inmates’ cells as offices as the prison is failing to finish up its office block nine years since the construction of the block commenced. The development has created congestion of inmates at
Malawi President Mutharika Asks Russia to Lead in Meaningful Investment
By Sarah Munthali in Sochi, Russia Malawi President Arthur Peter Mutharika has asked Russia to take lead in making meaningful investments in African countries including Malawi and take them as development partners and not targets for exploitation. Mutharika was speaking
Nigerian National Detained in Malawi for Smuggling Cocaine
By James Mwale The Malawi Police at Kamuzu International Airport (KIA) Tuesday arrested a Nigerian national, Humphrey Dubem Okoro who attempted to smuggle 0.7 grams of cocaine. KIA Police Publicist, Sapulain Chitonde told Malawi News Agency, that the suspect, a
Minister Calls For Adoption Of Family Planning Methods
By Joel Chirwa Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Ben Phiri has appealed to Malawians to adopt family planning methods to curb population growth which is a threat to economic and social fabric of the country. He made the
Walter Installed As Paramount Chikulamayembe
By Joel Chirwa Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Dr. Ben Phiri Tuesday presided over the installation ceremony of Mtima Walter Gondwe as Paramount Chief Chikulamayembe who is the supreme traditional leader of Tumbuka people. Speaking during the installation
African Union Calls For More Russian Investment
By Sarah Munthali in Sochi Russia African Union chairperson Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sisi has asked Russian and international firms to invest in Africa saying countries were already creating an enabling environment for international investments. “African countries are putting infrastructure development
Fight Against Quota System ‘Almost’ Over
By Salome Gangire Government has announced that it has abolished the use of quota policy in selecting students to secondary schools following consultative meetings it had with Livingstonia Synod of Church of Central African Presbyterian (CCAP). In a joint press
Malawi President Mutharika Meets Putin; Set to Address Russia-Africa Summit Thursday
By Sarah Munthali in Sochi, Russia Malawi President Arthur Peter Mutharika Wednesday ended his day one at the Russia-Africa Summit in Sochi, Russia with a one-on-one meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Sirius Park of Science and Art.
Youths Against Relocation Of Mzuzu Youth Centre
By Salome Gangire Youths in Mzuzu have demanded that government withdraws plans of relocating Mzuzu Youth Centre construction site from the city to Dunduzu observing that the area is far from the majority youths who reside within the city. The
Journalists Cautioned Against Sensationalism in GBV
By Rose Mahorya Journalists in the country have been advised to be careful with use of words that infringe on the rights of victims of gender based violence (GBV) and human trafficking. The call was made Monday in Mzuzu by
Minister Commends Mzuzu City Council For Development Efforts
By Peter Mseteka Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Ben Phiri has commended Mzuzu City Council for its continued efforts in developing the city despite economic challenges faced. Phiri was speaking Monday after visiting Nsilo waste facility and roads
DPP Urges Youth to Refrain from Political Violence
By Ireen Mseteka Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) senior member, also Minister of Health and Population, Jappie Mhango has advised the youth to refrain from taking part in any form of demonstrations for peace to prevail in the country. Speaking Sunday
Russia Eyes Malawi for Investment
By Sarah Munthali in Sochi, Russia Government says it expects Russia to invest in Malawi’s technology, energy and mining sectors to help in the economic development process of the country. Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Francis Kasaila expressed
Lions Cheers up Cancer Patients
By Fostina Mkandawire Members of Bwaila Lions Club Saturday donated assorted items at Kamuzu Central Hospital’s cancer pediatric ward. Speaking during the donation ceremony, President for Bwaila Lions Club, Innocent Jumbe said Cancer is a long term sickness therefore patients,
Chitipa Engages Tanzania On Ebola
By John Chihana- Ileje –Tanzania, MANA Chitipa District Council Friday engaged officials from Ileje District in Tanzania in a bid to develop common strategies in preventing the outbreak of Ebola in the two border districts. Sponsored by the Malawi Red
Women’s Dependency Fueling GBV
By Luke Kantayeni Most women in Malawi are said to be victims of gender based violence because they depend much on their husbands to provide all the basic needs in their families. Rural Women Assembly (RWA) Chairperson in Malawi, Alice
Malawi President Mutharika Arrives in Russia for Russia-Africa Summit
Malawi President Professor Peter Mutharika has arrived in Soche; Russia to attend the first ever Russia-Africa Economic Summit. President Mutharika left Malawi through Kamuzu International Airport for Russia in the morning hours of Monday, 21st October, 2019. Mutharika joins other
MACRA Facilitating National Addressing System
By Evance Chisiano Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) is facilitating introduction of National Addressing System of houses, streets and roads in Zomba after piloting it in selected areas in Blantyre where a complete and comprehensive property numbering and streets naming
University of Livingstonia Announces Expansion Plan
By Blessings Kaunda Church of Central Africa Presbyterian (CCAP) Synod of Livingstonia has revealed it has plans to open two more University of Livingstonia campuses in Mzuzu. Currently, the university has one campus in Livingstonia (natives sometimes call the place
Love, Respect Mothers- Chimulirenji
By Ireen Mseteka The Vice President of the Republic of Malawi, Everton Chimulirenji has asked people in the country to love and respect their mothers for the tireless work they render to their children. He made the call Tuesday at
Council to Revive Sporting Culture
By Moses Nyirenda Lilongwe City Council (LCC) Sports Officer, Grace Thera- Chirambo has said the council is committed to reviving sporting culture among the youth in local communities in a quest to promoting various sporting disciplines in the country. She
FISP to Benefit 900,000 Smallholder Farmers
By Norah Hanke Minister Of Agriculture, Irrigation And Water Development, Kondwani Nankhumwa Says At Least 900,000 Smallholder Farmers From 28 Districts Will Benefit From This Year’s Farm Input Subsidy Programme (Fisp). The Minister Said This During A Press Briefing On
Malawian Pastor to Launch 35 Books
By Fostina Mkandawire Malawian based Pastor Esau Banda is set to launch 35 books on November 17, 2019 at Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe which have been written in one year. In an interview with Malawi News Agency,
Girls Need to Be Equipped With Knowledge
By Fostina Mkandawire Minister of Gender, Children, Disability and Social Welfare, Mary Navicha on Thursday emphasized on the need to equip girls with necessary information as a means to end child marriages. Navicha was speaking in Lilongwe during the official
More Efforts Needed to Address Child Abuse
By Salome Gangire Stakeholders say there is still more work to be done to ensure the fight against child abuse is won in the country. The meeting by NGO Coalition on Child Rights (NGO-CCR) and Save the Children expressed the
Improve Access to Cervical Cancer Screening- Cancer Expert
By Watson Maingo Cervical Cancer Prevention Coordinator, Valluli Kondowe has tipped Salima District Health Office (DHO) to increase access for cervical cancer testing for women in rural areas. Speaking in an interview with Malawi News Agency on the side-lines of
Livingstonia Synod Calls for Peace Amid Post-Election Violence
By Zenak Matekenya Church and Society Programme of the Livingstonia Synod, has called on stakeholders to popularise discussions on peace in the wake of the post elections violence currently rocking the country. Speaking in Mzuzu on Thursday during a public
Uganda’s ‘Kill the Gays’ Bill is Back
Uganda has announced plans to reintroduce a bill which would bring in the death penalty for homosexuals in the East African nation. The legislation – known as the ‘Kill the Gays’ bill – was nullified five years ago on a technicality,
DPP’s 120 Days Fruitful- Governor
By Tionge Kasolota Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Regional Governor for Eastern Region, Julius Paipi, has described the 120 days that DPP has been in office following the May 21 polls as fruitful. He said this in an interview with Mana
Local Govt Ministry Geared To Complete Development Projects
By Ireen Kayira Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development says it is confident it will soon complete development projects that are currently being implemented across the country. The portfolio’s minister, Ben Phiri said this in Lilongwe on Monday during
Bullets, Wanderers Hail Parliament For Stadia Construction Approval
By John Sambani Nyasa Big Bullets and Mighty Be forward Wanderers has hailed parliament for approving K1.6 billion that will be used to construct two stadia for the teams. Members of Parliament (MPs) Tuesday approved K9.8 billion to the Ministry
SADC to Invest in Media, Advocacy
By Milca Chimbanga Manyozo, MANA South African Development Community (SADC) member states have been tipped to invest in media and advocacy programmes to increase the body’s visibility and spur success of the region’s integration efforts. Speaking during SADC National Committees
DPP Supporters Urged to Be ‘Free From Fear’
By Enalla Mnyenyembe Minister of Health and Population,Jappie Mhango, has urged people in the north to patronise Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) activities without fear. Mhango made the call at Mchenga Utuba during a Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) rally on Saturday.
Malawi: Huge Potential For Tourism Sector
By Tione Andsen Malawi has huge potential in the tourism sector which can help to create employment opportunities and worth. Governor of the Reserve Bank of Malawi, Dalitso Kabambe said this Monday evening at Egyptian Ambassador’s residents during a dinner
Africa’s First Smartphone Factory Opens in Rwanda
The Mara Group, a pan-African multi-sector business services company inaugurated Mara Phones manufacturing plant in Rwandan capital Kigali on Monday. The first phones made in Rwanda rolled off the assembly line last week at the factory located at Kigali special
MEC Warns Electoral Staff Ahead Of By-Elections
By Joshua Mphanda, MEC Stringer As by-election activities are underway in Lilongwe South Constituency, the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has issued a stern warning to electoral staff against complacence. The commission sounded the alarm during the training of the Election Supervisors
Malawi President Mutharika Calls for ‘Calm, Peace’ Amid Riots
By Fostina Mkandawire Malawi President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika on Tuesday called upon members of the clergy, Traditional Leaders and Civil Society organizations to unite in bringing peace in the country. Mutharika was speaking at the official ground-breaking ceremony of
Nurses Urged to Work Hard
By Peter Mseteka Minister of Health and Population, Jappie Mhango has urged newly graduated nurses to be resilient and hardworking in their work. He made the call on Friday at St Peters Cathedral Square during graduation of 116 nurses in
Six Killed in Road Accident
By Stanley Nkhondoyachepa & Sarah Munthali Four people died while nine others sustained injuries in Nkhotakota on Sunday after a minibus they were travelling in overturned at Kalimanjira Trading Centre in the district. Nkhotakota police Public Relations Officer, Williams Kaponda
Lilongwe By-Elections: MCP, DPP for Peace, Issue Based Politics
By Joshua Mphanda, MEC Stringer In anticipation for the November by-election in Lilongwe South Constituency, aspiring Members of Parliament have pledged to practice issue based campaign. The shadow MPs from the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) and Democratic Progressive Party (DPP)
Malawi Veep Chimulirenji Says No One Will Die Of Hunger
By Grace Kapatuka, Mana Malawi Vice President Everton Chimulirenji has said government is making all efforts to ensure that no one dies of hunger in the country. Chimulirenji who is also Minister responsible for Disaster Management Affairs made the remarks
Luanar Vet Students Return Home from Scotland
By Daniel John Namwini The first 12 final year veterinary students from the Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) who went for a study visit to Scotland and are set to graduate in December this year, have recently
MACRA Set For World Radio Conference In Egypt
By Ireen Kayira The Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) will this year, attend World Radio Conference (WRC) in Egypt from October 28 to November 22. MACRA Director of Finance, Henry Sirica said this on Wednesday during WRC stakeholder consultative meeting
Russian Federation Donates Medical Kit to Malawi
By Patricia Kapulula Russian Federation Thursday donated assorted medical supplies and kits to Government to manage post effects of floods especially on the health of the people. President Prof. Peter Mutharika declared a state of disaster early this year which
Ministry to Award Outstanding Teachers
By Patricia Kapulula The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MoEST) will this Friday honour heads of secondary and primary schools as well as teachers that have demonstrated good management and leadership and outstanding commitment to their job despite challenging
Youths to Be Vigilant in Climate Change Interventions
By Tione Andsen Steve Sinnott Young Ambassadors for Malawi have called youths to be vigilant in mitigate the effects of climate change in the country. One of the Ambassadors, Jessy Nkhoma, 18 from Chilanga Community Day Secondary School (CDSS) made
China Commits to Enhancing BEAM Education Initiatives
By Lily Kampani Malawi First Lady Gertrude Mutharika has commended China for the continuous financial support they render to the Beatify Malawi (BEAM) trust to support vulnerable girls and boys with their educational needs. She made the remarks on Wednesday
Mutharika Promotes Missing MDF Soldiers
By James Mwale Malawi President Peter Mutharika Wednesday recognised and promoted two military officers who had gone missing during in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) during a peacekeeping mission. During the ceremony which took place at Kamuzu Palace in
Police Strives to Prevent Crimes During Mother’s Day
By Easter Khunga Mzuzu Police Station has organized sensitization meetings and youth outreach activities to help reduce crimes and accidents that happen during mother’s day celebrations. Speaking in an interview Monday, Mzuzu Police Station publicist, Edith Kachotsa said this is
Lack Of Digital X-Ray Machine, High Vacancy Rate Haunts Ntchisi Hospital
By Mphatso Nkuonera Authorities at Ntchisi District Hospital have appealed for support from well-wishers to assist the facility with a modern digital X-ray machine so it can offer quality and timely services to patients. Ntchisi Director of Health and Social
Against All Odds: Mutharika to Visit North Soon
By Blessings Kaunda Democratic Progressive Party officials in the north have reiterated that President Peter Mutharika will visit the region soon. Speaking at Msongwe Primary School Ground in Nkhata Bay, Minister of Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Vuwa Kaunda, said
Malawi, China Sign Agricultural Pact
By Patricia Kapulula The Malawi government and the People’s Republic of China (PRC) on Monday signed and exchanged letters for the third phase of the China Aid Agricultural Technical Cooperation Farm Project. The new phase of the project will disseminate
Kwa ‘George’ Star B1 in Love With Malawi
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By Our Health Correspondence According to the Ted-Ed lessons, pregnant women experience a number of changes throughout the course of their pregnancy. Muscles and joints shift and jostle. The heart’s pounding rhythm speeds up. Blood roars through arteries and veins.
Covid-19: Gambia Re-Opens Borders
The Gambia reopened its borders on Friday after a six-month lockdown in light of the covid-19 pandemic. Banjul airport will remain closed till October 31 however due to construction work. A popular tourist destination, travel restrictions hit the economy hard
Indoor Residual Spraying Effective to Control Malaria
By Mary Makhiringa Mangochi, October 17, Mana: Malaria Control Programme Manager, Dr. Michael Kayange has said Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) is an effective way of Malaria control if properly done. He said this Saturday at the end of a seven
Anglican Council Of Malawi To Empower Community
By Emily Kaliwo Chiradzulu, October 17, Mana: Anglican Council of Malawi has said it will empower communities in agriculture and education sector by economically improving food security and checking school progress among vulnerable school going children under “church and community
Affordable Inputs Programme Key to Social-Economic Growth- Chakwera
By Solister Mogha Zomba, October 17, Mana: President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera has described the Affordable Inputs Programme (AIP) as an injection that would drive the country’s economy. He was speaking at Pirimiti Boys Primary School in the area of Traditional
Chilima Urges Catholic Church to Preach Without Misgiving
By Owen Zayambika Mchinji, October 17, Mana: Vice President, Dr. Saulosi Klaus Chilima has urged the Catholic Church to spread the gospel without fear in the country. He was speaking on Saturday at the launch of St. Paul Parish in
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Its not that when you take a ‘short-cut’ route you will reach your destination faster. Sometimes what may feel a shorter route can be elongated by circumstances. For instance, from experience as everyone want to take
Tyrant Jay to Share Testimony In ‘Break- Through’ single
By Blessings Kapina Lilongwe, October 16, Mana: Lilongwe-based musician, Tyrant Jay whose real name is Francis Thera is set to drop a new single titled ‘Breakthrough’ in which he has featured his brother Ty Godwa and Tarz Prod. Tyrant Jay
Malawi First Lady Talks Tough On Protecting A Girl Child’s Right To Education
By Lusayo Singogo Lilongwe, October 16, Mana: First Lady, Madam Monica Chakwera on Friday urged all stakeholders to stand and protect a girl child by giving her equal opportunities to education in order for the latter to have a brighter
Malawi to Launch Affordable Inputs Programme
By Glory Msowoya Blantyre , October 16 , Mana; All eyes will turn to Zomba today on Saturday as Malawi President Dr Lazarus Chakwera is expected to launch the most anticipated Affordable Inputs Programme (AIP). According to the Secretary to
Malawi Embarks On COVID 19 Surveillance Survey
By Alice Mambosasa Blantyre, October 15, Mana: The Public Health Institute of Malawi in the Ministry of Health is conducting a survey titled “Community and Facility – based COVID 19 Surveillance in selected districts in Malawi. Speaking during media briefing
Schools Decry Shortage Of Teachers Amid Covid-19
By Thokozile Nyirenda Rumphi, October 15, Mana: Schools in Rumphi have expressed concern over inadequate teachers, teaching and learning materials amid enforcement of Covid-19 pandemic preventive measures. St. Denis Primary School head teacher, Nicolas Msukwa said splitting of classes to
Malawi Doing Well In Cholera Management As Cases Drops
By Martin Chiwanda Nsanje, October 15, Mana: Ministry of health says management of cholera cases is on the right track as the country has so far only registered three cholera cases this year. Cholera Focal Person in the ministry of
Drug Theft Alarming – DTIU
By Maston Kaiya Ntcheu, October 15, Mana: The Controller for Internal Audit in the Ministry of Health, Davis Lore Tembo has described theft of drug and medical supplies in the country’s public hospitals as alarming as evidenced by high number
Gender Minister Kaliati Pays Homage to Former First Ladies
By Andrew Magombo Lilongwe, October 15, Mana: Minister of Gender, Community Development and Social Welfare, Patricia Kaliati, on Thursday during commemoration of International Rural Women’s day in Lilongwe, rendered reverence to all Malawi’s former first ladies for their devotion to
The first black athlete to compete in the Olympics
By Michael Kachitsa John Baxter Taylor Jr. (November 3, 1882, Washington, D.C. – December 2, 1908, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) was an American track and field athlete, notable as the first African American to win an Olympic gold medal. He was born in Washington D.C. to former slaves.
Education Office Urges Married Girls To Go Back To School
By Lusungu Mvula Chitipa, October 13, Mana: District Education Manager (DEM) for Chitipa, Votie Mboweni has called on girls who got married during the Covid-19 pandemic forced school break, to go back to school following full re-opening of schools on
Chawinga Sisters In Scorchers Squad
Malawi National Women’s Football Team Coach Mac Nebert Kazuwa has named a 35-member squad ahead of the 2020 Cosafa Women’s Championship scheduled for Nelson Mandela Bay in South Africa between 3-14 November 2020. Kazuwa has included China based Chawinga Sisters,
Water Aid For Increased Budgetary Allocations On Sanitation And Hygiene
By Tione Andsen Lilongwe, October 14, Mana: Water Aid has challenged governments in Southern Africa region to view sanitation and hygiene a priority by increasing budgetary allocations towards the sector. Water Aid Regional Director for Southern Africa, Robert Kampala said
Christ Embassy Church in Suicide Awareness, Prevention Campaign
By James Mwale Lilongwe, October 14, Mana: Christ Embassy Malawi, a religious organization under Nigeria’s Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, has organized a Reach Out Malawi (ROMA) symposium focusing on awareness and prevention of suicide following the country’s escalating rates of suicide
Interswitch – Making Nigeria money Transfers Easy
By Michael Kachitsa Interswitch is a payment processing company headquartered in Lagos. Interswitch was founded in 2002 by Mitchell Elegbe. In 2010 two thirds of the company was sold to a consortium led by Helios Investment Partners. In 2011 Interswitch
Minister Kaliati Cautions Beneficiaries Of Social Cash Transfer
By Blessings Kapina Lilongwe, October 13, Mana: Minister of Gender, Community Development and Social Welfare, Patricia Kaliati, has warned beneficiaries of the Social Cash Transfer Program that they risk withdrawal from the program if they misuse funds. Speaking on Friday
Cristiano Ronaldo Tests Positive for Coronavirus
The footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has tested positive for coronavirus, the Portuguese Football Federation (PFF) has confirmed. The Portuguese attacker will now miss his country’s Nations League match against Sweden on Wednesday. The 35-year-old, who also plays for the Italian side
Mount Kilimanjaro On Fire
Mount Kilimanjaro, which is Africa’s highest peak at nearly 6,000 metres, is on fire. The cause of the inferno which is believed to be occurring hundreds of metres above sea level is yet to be established. Eyewitnesses say efforts by
Nigeria Dissolves Controversial Police Unit
Nigeria on Sunday dissolved a special police unit set up to fight violent crimes after deadly protests and a social media campaign backed by music and cinema celebrities rose up against years of alleged abuses. The president’s office and the
Blantyre Water Board Rectifies Water Crisis
By Glory Msowoya Blantyre, October 12, Mana: People in Blantyre can now breathe a sigh of relief as Blantyre Water Board (BWB) has finally rectified water woes in the customers’ areas. This comes against the backdrop of BWB management meeting
Rainbow Paints Donates Paint To Salima Hospital
By Florence Cheyo Salima, October 12, Mana: Rainbow Paints on Friday donated assorted paints to Salima District Hospital to enable the facility wear a new face as the old paint has worn out. Speaking in an interview with Malawi News
Malawi, Tanzania Opt For Dialogue Over Lake Malawi Border Wrangle
By Patricia Kapulula Lilongwe, October 12, Mana: State House has described contact and dialogue as crucial on matters of tension between countries. State House Director of Communications, Sean Kampondeni, made the remarks on Monday during a weekly press briefing at
Malawi in Barren Draw With Zimbabwe
Flames wasted a number of good goal scoring opportunities as they were held to a goalless draw by Zimbabwe Warriors in an international friendly match played at the Mpira Stadium on Sunday afternoon. The Meck Mwase side were hoping to
Trending Photo: Mother Of Three Goes Back to School
A 32-year-old mother of three is returning to school after eight years in marriage saying she now believes it that education is key to helping avert poverty. According to Zodiak Online, Sauda Kamanga dropped out of school in Dedza in
Rainbow Paints Offers 55% Paint Discount to District Hospital
By Stanley Nkhondoyachepa Nkhotakota, October 10, Mana: Rainbow Paint Company has said it will offer a 55 per cent discount to Nkhotakota District Hospital if the health facility procures Paint from its company. The company’s Technical Manager, Geoffrey Zulian, made
Police Bemoans Vandalism Of Unit In Kasungu
By Dyson Kamwana Kasungu, October 10, Mana: Commissioner of Police responsible for Central East Region, Happy Mkandawire has condemned acts of vandalism targeting police facilities whenever there are disagreements between communities and the law enforcers. Speaking on Friday when he
Edukans Foundation Trains School Leaders In Management Skills
By Chikondi Basikolo Lilongwe, October 10, Mana: Edukans Foundation, an organisation that promotes basic education in the country, is conducting trainings for school leaders to strengthen leadership capacity of the school managers. Edukans and Education Expertise Development Foundation (EEDF) are
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Some people grow up fearing water. There are so many explanations to this and so many dimensions of the reasons why. Water is life so they say, so why should one fear water. In parts of
The Blind Girl
There was a blind girl who hated herself purely for the fact she was blind. The only person she didn’t hate was her loving boyfriend, as he was always there for her. She said that if she could only see
World Vision Malawi Provides Solar Radios, Bloom Books Worth MK17 Million
By Tione Andsen Lilongwe, October 8, Mana: World Vision Malawi (WVM) has shown its commitment to ensuring that children have equal access to education amidst the Covid-19 pandemic in the country by providing Solar radios and Bloom books worth K17
Ministry Of Finance Validates ISPAS
By Alice Mambosasa Blantyre, October 9, Mana: Ministry of Finance in liaison with the National Local Government Finance Committee are set to validate Internal Audit Framework and Training Manual on International Public Sector Accounting Standards (ISPAS) for local government authorities.
NICE, DC Hail Smooth Presentation Of Nomination Papers In Chikwawa
By Steve Chirombo Chikwawa, October 9, Mana: National Initiative for Civic Education (NICE) Trust in Chikwawa and the District Commissioner, Ali Phiri, have hailed the smooth presentation of the nomination papers by candidates for the Makhuwira South Ward by-elections. On
Youth Seminar for Black History Month
By Tikhala Chimpango Women Arise is inviting BAME Youths all over the UK and Ireland to join us this Saturday, 10th of October at 3pm as we engage you in a conversation about identity, mental health and wellbeing. Women Arise
Why Referees used to wear only Black
By Michael Kachitsa The idea, chiefly, is to ensure the referee on the field is as distinguishable as possible from the rest of the players, to avoid confusion. Wearing either solid black or bright colours ensures that players of both
Government Committed to Promoting Peace, Co-Existence Between Malawians, Refugees
By Tiyanjane Nandie Mambucha Dowa, October 8, Mana: Minister of Homeland Security, Richard Chimwendo Banda, has assured refugees living at Dzaleka Camp in Dowa of government’s continued promotion of co-existence and integration between Malawians and refugees. The Minister was speaking
NBS Bank, MPC Revive Partnership
By Tikondane Vega Thyolo, October 8, Mana: Malawi Posts Corporation (MPC) says it will continue to revive partnerships with different stakeholders as a turnaround strategy that can uproot the company from its current financial abyss. Acting Post Master General, Zachaeus
Malawi Pushes For Space At UN Security Council
By Patricia Kapulula Lilongwe, October 8, Mana: Government has emphasized on the need for African countries to have more seats at the United Nations (UN) Security Council in order to create equal participation of member states. Minister of Information, who
One Stop Border Posts To Enhance Business – Chakwera
By Pauline Kaude Dar es Salaam, October 8, Mana: State President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has disclosed that government plans to establish one stop border posts in the country’s borders to ensure smooth running of businesses with neighbouring countries. Speaking
Unions Press South Africa On Jobs, Economy
South Africa’s largest trade unions held nationwide marches on Wednesday to protest the high level of job destruction, the poor state of transport, corruption and the lack of measures to combat the deep crisis generated in Africa’s second largest economy
Major to Drop ‘Bullet In The Head’ Single
By Blessings Kapina Lilongwe, October 7, Mana: A Lilongwe-based hip hop musician, Jeered Major, whose real name is Samson Tamapemba, is planning to drop a video and audio single on a new project titled ‘Bullet in the Head’ . Speaking
UK Supports Malawi With £10.8M For Anti-Corruption Fight
By Tione Andsen Lilongwe, October 6, Mana: United Kingdom (UK) has committed an extra £10.8m (approx. K11 billion) to support Malawi in tackling serious and organised corruption. The UK’s Minister for Africa, James Duddridge, made the announcement after his audience
Police Officers Equipped With Responsibility Course
By Daniel Namwini Lilongwe, October 6, Mana: Some of Police officers who were promoted from the rank of Constables to Sergeants in 2019 are equipped with responsibility courses so that they can deliver quality services for their positions. Spokesperson for
Zambia Beat Malawi As International Football Finally Returns to Africa
LUSAKA, Oct 7 (Reuters) – Zambia secured a narrow 1-0 win over neighbours Malawi in Lusaka on Wednesday in the first international involving African countries since the COVID-19 pandemic shut down world sport in March. Collins Sikombe netted after 13
Malawian MP Kicked Out Of Parliament for Not Wearing Neck-Tie
A Member of Parliament in Malawi Mark Katsonga Phiri was on Wednesday kicked out of Parliament for not wearing a neck-Tie. According to Deputy Speaker of Parliament Madalitso Kazombo the Neno South Constituency Law Maker, Katsonga Phiri dressing was contrary
Opay Nigerian Tech Company
By Michael Kachitsa Africa-focused fintech startup OPay has raised a $120 million Series B round backed by Chinese investors. Located in Lagos and founded by consumer internet company Opera, OPay will use the funds to scale in Nigeria and expand
Malawi, Mozambique to Maintain Political, Diplomatic Consultations
By Martin Chiwanda in Tete, Mozambique Tete, October 6, Mana: President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera and his Mozambican counterpart Filipe Nyusi has highlighted the need to maintain political and diplomatic consultations between the two countries aiming at finding lasting solutions on
Likoma to Have State of Art office complex
By Leonard Masauli Likoma, October 5, Mana: Likoma District Council will have a state of the art office complex which will accommodate all government Departments’ offices operating on the island. Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Lingson Belekanyama unveiled
Catholics Advised To Be Bible Readers
By Ireen Mseteka Mzuzu, October 5, Mana: National Coordinator for Episcopal Conference of Malawi (ECM), Fr Henry Chinkanda has called upon Catholic faithfuls across the country to be readers of the Bible for them to enhance the knowledge and understanding
Malawians Urged To Invest In Mozambique
By Martin Chiwanda in Tete, Mozambique Tete, October 5, Mana: Malawi High Commission in Mozambique, Frank Viyazhi has said Malawian investors are losing out as they are not making use of the trade investment opportunities available in the Portuguese speaking
Affordable Inputs programme On Track – Chakwera
By Manasse Nyirenda Lilongwe, October 5, Mana: President Lazarus Chakwera has assured Malawians that the Affordable Inputs programme (AIP) was on track for the 2020 to 2021 farming season. The President made the remarks when he visited fertilizers warehouses for
Govt To Turn Kapolo Health Centre Into Rural Hospital
By Laureen Banda Karonga, October 5, Mana: Kapolo Heath Centre set to be upgraded into a rural hospital in Karonga to ease congestion at the district’s referral hospital and improve health service delivery. Deputy Minister of Health, Chrissy Kalamula disclosed
Chakwera’s Official Visit To Mozambique To Strengthen Bilateral Relations
Tete, October 5, Mana: President, Dr Lazarus Chakwera is scheduled to take a day official visit to Mozambique Tuesday as one way of strengthening diplomatic ties between Lilongwe and Maputo. In an interview Monday Principal Secretary in the Ministry of
In Malawi, Teachers’ Unions Are Rallying To Protect Vulnerable Learners From Covid Fallout
By Madalitso Kateta, Equal Times For Costas Gondwe, a teacher at Nambamba Primary School in Dowa district, central Malawi, the worst impacts of the coronavirus haven’t been clinical but societal. Since the government closed all schools and colleges earlier this
Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa We can learn a lot from children. And this is not to say only those children who have started producing words, or talking. No, we can learn from children starting the very instance they are born.
Zathu Pa Wailesi Set For Season 7
By Ireen Kayira Lilongwe , October 2,Mana: After successfully unpacking six seasons of Zathu pa Wailesi in three years the youthful radio show is back with season seven to start on September 5, 2020. Speaking with Malawi News Agency (MANA)
Malawi Commits to Promoting Welfare of Older Person
By Moses Nyirenda Lilongwe, October 1, Mana: Minister of Gender, Community Development and Social Welfare, Patricia Kaliati said through her ministry government is committed to promoting the welfare of older persons in the country in order for them to enjoy
UTM Launches Women Wing In Salima
By Peter Chilongo Salima, October 01, Mana: As part of its expansion efforts, the UTM party, on Wednesday launched its women’s wing in Salima which will be responsible for accelerating the party’s activities. The women’s wing which is called Women
Malawi Shining Example to SADC Countries -Mnangagwa
By Andrew Mkonda Harare, October 1, Mana: President Emmerson Mnangagwa has called on SADC countries to learn from Malawi for conducting a peaceful, transparent and credible presidential fresh elections without international foreign observers. Mnangagwa made the call Wednesday in Harare
Donald Trump Tests Positive for Covid-19
United States of America President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump have tested positive for coronavirus. “Tonight, @FLOTUS and I tested positive for COVID-19,” Trump tweeted, referring to his wife, First Lady Melania Trump. He added: “We will begin
History of Be Forward F.C (Malawi)
By Michael Kachitsa Be Forward Wanderers Football Club is a Malawian football (soccer) club based in Blantyre. They currently play in Malawi’s TNM super league. The BE FORWARD Wanderers F.C is one of the more successful teams in the Malawi
Confronting Energy Poverty in Malawi
In a bid to help eradicate rural energy poverty in Malawi, Flame Tree Initiative (FTI) conducted a Development Entrepreneurship Lab (DELab) to train dynamic entrepreneurs who have solutions to off-grid energy poverty in their communities. The intent of the DELab,
Chakwera Talks Trade, Ties Strengthening
By Manasse Nyirenda Lilongwe, October 1, Mana: President Lazarus Chakwera has arrived back home after a two day state visit to Zimbabwe where he held bilateral talks with his counterpart, Emerson Mnangagwa on the need for enhanced trade and bilateral
Former Member Of Parliament Hands Over School to Govt
By Zenak Matekenya Mzuzu, September 29, Mana: Former Rumphi West Member of Parliament, Jacqueline Kouwenhoven on Monday handed over a newly built Luviri Secondary School worth K215 million to Malawi Government in Rumphi District. Malawi’s First Lady Madame Monica Chakwera,
Puma Filling Station Donates to Thyolo Hospital
By Tikondane Vega Thyolo, September, 29, Mana: Thyolo Puma Filling Station, operating under the name Faith Orama Filling Station, has donated a water pump and fuel to Thyolo District Hospital as one way of giving back to the community for
Opposition Implores Government to Reduce Debts
By Ireen Kayira Lilongwe, September 29, Mana: Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) spokesperson on Finance, Joseph Mwanamvekha has implored government to put in place measures that will ensure that the country’s debts are reduced. He said this in Parliament on Monday
Malawi Police Geared To Protect Wildlife, Forestry Products
By Daniel Namwini Lilongwe, September 30, Mana: Malawi Police Service (MPS) has committed to uphold the law and tackle serious crimes in the country especially the illegal trade in forest products and wildlife such as pangolin and ivory among others.
Malawi President Chakwera Arrives in Zimbabwe
By Andrew Mkonda, in Harare, Zimbabwe Harare, September 30, Mana: President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has arrived in Harare- Zimbabwe for a two-day state visit where he is expected to carry out a number of official engagements. The plane carrying
Merriam Simengwa Ndlovu – From Netball Player to Finance Manager
By Charles Leyman Kachitsa She now wherever she goes exhibit an aura of authority and of one being in the corporate world class. Could be all those years of success playing for the Malawi national team. Some may say she
The biggest trends in African tech
By Michael Kachitsa As startup and innovation culture deepens on the continent, the explosion of tech hubs across Africa has shown no signs of slowing down: the number of tech hubs across Africa grew by nearly 50% over the past
MACOHA Engages Persons With Disabilities On Covid-19
By Daniel Sankhulani Chikwawa, September 25, Mana: Malawi Council for the Handicapped (MACOHA) on Friday oriented members of District Disability Forum