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Some judges elevated from High Court to Supreme Court leave cases without proper handovers

August 8, 2025

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* A case that was commenced over 25 years ago and was already heard by the High Court but it cannot proceed because the judge that heard the matter retired some five years ago * Delays in concluding trials mean that remandees stay too long on remand and in the worst cases, people have been on remand for over five years * For such people, their right to be presumed innocent until proven guilty is practically taken away as…

No one submitted any evidence to MHRC’s enquiry on alleged corruption practices leveled against High Court Judge Ken Manda or the Judiciary in general

August 8, 2025

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* Parliament was also asked to furnish MHRC with more information on the matter but the enquiry did not receive any response * Despite that it was the Parliamentary Legal Affairs Committee that requested the MHRC to act on the corruption allegations against Justice Manda and the Judiciary By Duncan Mlanjira The Malawi Human Rights Commission (MHRC) has submitted its report on the enquiry into corruption allegations levelled against High Court Judge, Ken Manda and the Judiciary in general…

Temwa Chawinga amongst 30 nominees for Women’s Ballon d’Or Féminin 2025 alongside Zambian Barbra Banda

August 8, 2025

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* Temwa notched up 20 goals and 7 assists in 28 matches, also claiming the US and Mexico Summer Championships Cup * She is second in the Golden Boot race and has been a difference maker for Kansas City Current since her arrival last year * Barbra makes the list after a standout campaign with Orlando Pirates tallying 17 goals and 4 assists in 35 appearances By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi Scorchers striker, Temwa Chawinga and Zambia’s Copper Queens’ Barbra…

Ekhaya FC up against three military teams consecutively

August 7, 2025

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* Starting with final TNM Super League 2025 first round match against MAFCO on Saturday, August 7 at Kamuzu Stadium * Followed by FDH Bank Cup 2025 a week later against Moyale Barracks away and resuming the TNM Super League against Kamuzu Barracks on August 30 By Duncan Mlanjira Team of the moment in the TNM Super League 2025, Ekhaya FC wrap up their debut first round appearance against Salima-based Malawi Defence Force (MDF) side, MAFCO FC this Saturday…

Mangochi Police arrest motorist for illegal possession of 550 litres of petrol

August 7, 2025

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* Police officers found three drums and one jerrican inAlfred Alli Malinga’s car containing liquid petroleum and failed to produce documentation authorising possession or transportation of the fuel By Duncan Mlanjira Police in Masuku, Mangochi have arrested 27-year-old, Alfred Alli Malinga from Chiwuja Village, Traditional Authority Kawinga in Machinga for illegal possession of 550 litres of petrol without a valid permit. Mangochi Police public relations officer, lnspector Amina Tepani Daudi reports that the suspect was intercepted last night (August…

CDH Investment Bank named Best Investment Bank in Malawi by London’s Global Finance Magazine for the 12th time

August 6, 2025

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* This achievement is not ours alone — it belongs to our clients who trust us, our incredible team whose dedication drives our success, and all our stakeholders who continue to support our vision * From the very beginning, our mission has been to deliver financial solutions prioritising excellence, innovation, and unwavering integrity in the Malawi’s financial landscape * This award reaffirms that commitment and inspires us to reach even greater heights By Duncan Mlanjira CDH Investment Bank (CDHIB)…

Parliament passes Presidential, Parliamentary, Local Government elections Amendment Bill

August 6, 2025

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* The amendment of the Bill will assist citizens to vote elsewhere after being deployed by their respective workplaces on the polling day * The current legal framework limits voting strictly to the centre where the voter registered By Lesnat Kenan & Mervis Mwale, MANA Parliament has passed the Presidential, Parliamentary and Local Government Elections Amendment Bill (Bill No. 23 of 2025) which aims to allow polling staff, security personnel, journalists and party representatives to vote at the stations…

Chakwera emphasises significance of preserving cultural heritage to foster national unity

August 6, 2025

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* As he graces Chewa Heritage Foundation (CHEFO) fundraising dinner held at Bingu International Conference Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe * Organised to raise funds for Kulamba Festival 2025, the Chewa annual event that is held in Mkaika, Zambia every August * Cultural heritage is key in promoting peace and unity, as well as enhancing social-economic development among Malawians By Patience Longwe, MANA President Lazarus Chakwera has emphasised the significance of preserving cultural gathering in fostering unity and promoting cultural…

Vice-President Usi clarifies on his bloated delegation to UN Conference on landlocked developing countries in Turkmenistan

August 6, 2025

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* Those who have brought up the news on social media are just doing their job to point at what seems not to be right * When travelling I get a proposed list of names from which I choose according to the needs of that particular trip * I approved names strictly, at least 10 and the other five are from administration. On Friday, people can go and check who is coming out of the plane By Vincent Khonje,…

FDH Bank Plc enters into a definitive agreement for acquisition of a controlling stake of 98.87% in Ecobank Mozambique

August 6, 2025

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* The transaction — which has received all the necessary regulatory approvals — “represents a significant milestone in FDH Bank’s regional expansion strategy * It enables FDH Bank Plc to extend its footprint in southern Africa, and is expected to deliver strategic benefits * Including market expansion; revenue diversification; operational synergies; and long-term value creation for stakeholders By Duncan Mlanjira FDH Bank Plc has is acquiring a controlling stake of 98.87% in Ecobank Mozambique SA after entering into a…