Malawi: AfDB approves $13.2m for sustainable fisheries, others

The African Development Bank Group, AfDB, has approved a $13.2 million financing package from the African Development Fund for a fisheries and aquaculture development project in Malawi. The Sustainable Fisheries, Aquaculture Development, and Watershed Management project will provide infrastructure for increased fisheries productivity and market access. Board approval for the project was granted on 2 October 2019. The project is expected to contribute to nutritious diets, boost employment along the fish value chain, and build climate resilience along major…

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IPID probes shooting of two cops suspected of KwaZulu-Natal post office robbery

The Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) launched an investigation into the shooting of two KwaZulu-Natal police officers who were accused of robbing a post office. “IPID are currently at the scene. This is a developing story. Nobody is arrested (sic),” IPID spokesperson Sontaga Seisa said on Thursday. According to police, the officers – a male sergeant and female constable – were spotted by a team that included the Hawks, National Intervention Unit and others while conducting operations in the…

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MINISTER NAVICHA ANGRY AT PREMARITAL PREGNANCIES

Since last week some Media Houses and Social Media outlets were awash with the story of the girl who was believed to be from Machinga District and gave birth to a child and it was further it was reported that girl has 12 years. The girls name is Cecelia Kamwendo and is 14 years old. She comes from Tembenu village, T/A Kooola of Machinga District.  She gave birth on third of September and was discharged on fourth of September…

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Looting and rioting earns 4 to 6 years imprisonment

The Mzuzu magistrate Court has sentenced four men to 6 years imprisonment with IHL after being found guilty of breaking and looting properties worthy 9.5 Million Malawi Kwacha at The Mzuzu magistrate Court has sentenced four men to 6 years imprisonment with IHL after being found guilty of breaking and looting properties worthy 9.5 Million Malawi Kwacha at BATA Store in the recent demonstrations in Mzuzu. The presiding Senior Resident Magetsrate Godfrey Nyirenda Acquitted 2 of the suspects involved…

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Pillar of Israel Sleeps – Gogo Gome Nyasulu no more

Mrs Gome Nyasulu has died. The prolific composer of most Dorcas songs, gospels and spirituals died peacefully early this morning. She was an octogenarian  senior citizen. Gogo Gome Nyasulu was awarded a medal of excellence by Bright Malopa’s our people our pride in 2011 for her incredible and exceptional achievements in the service of others through the composition of music for the Dorcas in her church. Her songs are today classic gospels in many churches too. In her reaction…

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Castel Malawi cuts more jobs

Castel Malawi has announced a second phase of retrenchments. This follows a memo that was signed by the director of human resources Naomi Nyirenda The company claims that this is a result of financial difficulties that they are facing due to the economic situation. The first phase of the retrenchment came in August 2019 when 200 members of staff were retrenched. Castel is also blaming it’s predicament on high taxes. Commentators are speculating that the current trend indicates that…

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Lions Clubs International Second Vice President visits Malawi State Vice President

State Vice President Right Honourable Everton Herbert Chimulirenji, on Tuesday interacted with The  Second Vice President of Lions Club International, Mr Brian Sheehan and his wife Lori at his area 12 residence. They were on a three day visit to Malawi to appreciate some projects which the charity International  Organisation has implemented in Malawi. The Vice President has commended Lions Club for its charity work in Malawi which has improved lives of many in the areas of health and…

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Mangochi has urged chiefs to support government

Senior Chief Nankumba of Mangochi has urged chiefs to support President Professor Peter Mutharika and the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) for people in the district to enjoy development. Senior Chief Namkumba was speaking on Saturday during the installation of Group Village Headman Chilombo at Chilombo Headquarters in Mangochi Monkey Bay. He said chiefs should not allow their political views, support and affiliation to undermine the people and government of the day. Nankumba has warned other chiefs “Let me…

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The duke of Sussex Arrives in Malawi

The Duke of Sussex, Prince Harry, has arrived in the reception hall at Nalikule College of Education and is being taken through activities undertaken in Malawi by the Campaign for Female Education. Amongst other places, he is expected to visit Liwonde National Park and meet a British Military unit in Malawi which is working alongside the local rangers to help combat the threat of illegal wildlife trade. He will also witness an anti-poaching demonstration exercise conducted jointly by local…

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Britain ‘may well’ leave EU with no-deal, says Health Secretary Matt Hancock

The health secretary tells Sky News “we’ve got to get Brexit done” as the Conservative Party conference began in Manchester. Britain “may well” leave the EU without a deal, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has told Sky News. He insisted “we’ve got to get Brexit done” on 31 October, repeating the Conservatives’ key message at the start of their party conference in Manchester. The cabinet minister admitted changing his mind on the scenario, having previously said when he was running…

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