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CFTC registers 194 cases relating to unfair trading practices between January-March 2025

May 15, 2025

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CFTC PRO Innocent Helema * The most common violation is alleged excessive pricing with 48 complaints, seconded by excluding liability with 27 complaints * The increase in the number of cases is an indication that the public trusts the CFTC and that their understanding of competition and consumer protection is improving By Duncan Mlanjira Following public awareness for people to report on unfair trade practices, the Competition & Fair Trading Commission (CFTC) has registered 194 cases relating to unfair…

‘IMF’s statement on suspension of ECF carries a political undertone’—Chief Economist Chifipa Mhango

May 15, 2025

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* The decision by the IMF is a clear vote of no confidence on the current government administration’s ability to effectively manage an economy * It is a total termination of support and represents a filing of divorce papers. It is the first time since our democracy in 1994 that such strong words have been used that point towards an electoral process as the remedy to Malawi situation. * It is very clear that what the IMF is telling…

Unearthed comments from Pope Leo XIV alarm LGBTQ+ Catholics

May 14, 2025

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* Western mass media is extraordinarily effective in fostering within the general public enormous sympathy for beliefs and practices that are at odds with the Gospel – for example abortion, homosexual lifestyle, euthanasia * Catholic pastors who preach against the legalisation of abortion or the redefinition of marriage are portrayed as being ideologically driven, severe and uncaring—new Pope when he was Cardinal By Robert Mackey, The Guardian After years of sympathetic and inclusive comments from late Pope Francis, lesbian,…

MACRA urges the public to participate in SIM card registration exercise between July and September 2025 to curb online fraud

May 14, 2025

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* The regulations will help law enforcers track criminals, enhance accuracy and improve service delivery of telecommunication companies — among other benefits * It is paramount that the process is in line with the Communications Act as the process requires that individuals must be honest with the information they provide and keep their personal information security by not sharing with others By Augustus Nkhwazi, MANA SIM card registration exercise, that is aimed at curbing online fraud, is set to…

Malawi registers success in scaling up access to energy

May 14, 2025

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* I am happy to have heard testimonies from agricultural cooperatives such as sugarcane growers and irrigation schemes, who have benefited from the project * It is a clear indication that the country is moving towards MW2063 national vision on affordable energy—Minister of Energy, Ibrahim Matola By Eunice Disi Lole, MANA Minister of Energy, Ibrahim Matola has applauded Global Energy Access for People and Planet (GEAPP), in collaboration with the Presidential Delivery Unit (PDU), for the successful implementation of…

Kamuzu Day replaced Queen’s Day observed during British rule in all Commonwealth countries

May 14, 2025

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* Since Malawi attained her republican status in July 1966, we now have the President of the Republic, who is the Head of State and Government * The position of the Queen as Queen of Malawi, therefore, automatically disappears — but May 14 will remain a public holiday in Malawi * And it will be called ‘Kamuzu Day’ after the head of State and government, H.E. the President of the Republic of Malawi (The Times, 1967) By Duncan Mlanjira…

Illovo Sugar Malawi tops up K80m to initial K100m investment towards Cyclone Freddy housing project assistance

May 13, 2025

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* We are here to underscore Illovo Sugar Malawi’s sustained commitment to supporting the recovery and enhancing the livelihoods of Malawians impacted by Cyclone Freddy * Our financial support to the people of Chikuse Village represents more than mere physical dwellings — but a foundation for stability and the resumption of normal life for beneficiary families Maravi Express Illovo Sugar Malawi Plc has increased its investment towards the housing project for survivors of Cyclone Freddy in Chikwawa to K180…

Trade & Industry Minister Mumba invited as guest speaker at launch of UK-Malawi Chamber of Commerce-Scotland Chapter in Edinburgh

May 13, 2025

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Minister Vitumbiko Mumba * This milestone occasion will bring together Scottish and Malawian business leaders, diaspora entrepreneurs, development partners, and government officials * To celebrate and strengthen bilateral trade and investment relationships — reinforcing the body’s position “as a reliable platform for collaborative economic development By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi’s Minister of Trade & Industry Vitumbiko Mumba has been invited to attend as guest speaker at the official launch of the UK-Malawi Chamber of Commerce (UK-MCC)-Scotland Chapter to take place…

Malawi team shines at Huawei’s Tech4Good ICT awards finals in China; scooping 4th out of 12 countries across the globe

May 13, 2025

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The Malawi team proudly raising the national flag * Exposed the five Malawi universities’ students to cutting-edge innovations and deepened their understanding of global ICT trends * The programme designed to help young adults learn about the latest trends in digitalization and explore how digital technologies can address common social issues By Duncan Mlanjira The five information and communication technology (ICT) students from Malawi universities, who flew to Shenzhen, China last week for the global prestigious Tech4Good competition, courtesy…

Catholic Church’s Vicar General Rev. Tamani hints on bad apples among aspiring September 16 presidential candidates

May 13, 2025

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Rev. Father Tamani during his presentation * Entreats CCAP ministers to guide congregants to choose a better devil among them and to go and vote in large numbers to avoid voter apathy * The clergy have a role to play in the political arena as they are carrying out the will of God the Almighty here on earth because God commanded man to take care of His world By Duncan Mlanjira Vicar General for Blantyre Catholic Church Diocese, Rev….