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Health rights advocate Dorothy Ngoma cautions against pattern of unfulfilled promises by government

July 14, 2026

* As she welcomes the announcement of construction of Blantyre District Hospital after government secures US$27 million loan from Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development loan * We started hearing about Blantyre District Hospital during President Bakili Muluzi’s time but over 20 years down the line, there isn’t even a stone or a brick By Frank Humphreys, Malawi News Agency (MANA) While welcoming the news that the Government has secured a US$27 million loan from the Kuwait Fund for…

NBS Bank supports Karonga market’s cleanliness drive

July 13, 2026

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* District Council committed to improving sanitation in the town as it recently acquired a refuse collection truck which collects waste from the market three times a week * However, the market’s vendors expressed concern over low participation by some business owners in community cleaning exercises as some only send their employees instead of personally taking part * Meanwhile, the Council Karonga District has intensified efforts to strengthen its preparedness and response systems for public health emergencies * Amid…

Partners in Health Malawi appeals for well-wishers’ support towards children victims of maternal death

July 4, 2026

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* When announcing heartening news that it has rescued twins after losing their mother at just three months old due to childbirth complications * Currently supports 5 pairs of twins, 2 sets of triplets and 12 other children and there are still more other children that need essential nutrients necessary for healthy growth and development * Such as either lactogen or Likuni Phala to provide their bodies with the but PIH Malawi only assists the infants according to its capacity…

Airtel Malawi staff give the Gift of Life: Commemorating over a decade of blood donation

June 15, 2026

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* This year’s drive saw 83 units of blood collected, directly supporting the country’s growing need for safe blood * The blood drive has become a cornerstone of Airtel Malawi’s community impact efforts, driven by the commitment of its employees, whose continued effort is making a meaningful difference for patients nationwide * As the leading mobile phone and money service provider urges other organisations and individuals to join the cause as every donation and every pint has the power…

Over 200 register for Blantyre Jogging Club Family Fun Run scheduled for Saturday

June 3, 2026

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Blantyre Jogging Club members * To begin at 05h30 at Kamuzu Stadium’s hockey pitch in Blantyre and there will also be aerobics fitness sessions * Safety and security remain a priority as the police, medical teams, and first aid agents have been integrated into the programme to ensure a smooth and secure event By Duncan Mlanjira With more than 200 participants already registered, Blantyre Jogging Club (BJC) is close to hitting its target of 250 runners for the much-anticipated…

Over 6,000 litres of illicit alcohol seized in South Africa intended for export to neighbouring countries including Malawi

May 28, 2026

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* A Chinese national was arrested on Tuesday in that country’s Western Cape, after police uncovered suspected counterfeit alcohol worth an estimated R3.5 million during a major raid * The bust forms part of ongoing crackdowns on counterfeit goods across South Africa as keep warning that counterfeit alcohol poses serious health risks to consumers and damages the legitimate economy By Duncan Mlanjira Most of the alcohol spirits being consumed at reckless abandon by Malawian youths is mostly illicit, which…

Blantyre Jogging Club organises Family Fun Run to promote physical wellbeing

May 15, 2026

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* In today’s fast-paced world, many people are occupied with work and business commitments, leaving little or no time for physical exercises * However, regular exercises are essential for overall well-being, including mental health—club chairperson Gift Mike Gwaza By Duncan Mlanjira In recognition that many people in today’s fast-paced world are occupied with work and business commitments — leaving little or no time for physical exercises — Blantyre Jogging Club (BJC) will host a Family Fun Run on June…

‘Africa needs to celebrate the life of Festus Mogae’—Joyce Banda in her tribute to late President Festus Mogae

May 14, 2026

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* President Mogae taught me that you can be simple, approachable and still be a powerful leader By Duncan Mlanjira In her tribute to former Botswana President, late Dr. Festus Gontebanye Mogae, who passed away on Monday, May 8, Malawi’s former President, Dr. Joyce Banda (JB) asserts that “Africa needs to celebrate the life of this great man”, who is the pioneer founding leader of ‘Champions for an HIV-free Generation’ — a distinguished group of former African leaders launched…

Notable undertakings by Presscane Ltd demonstrate its commitment to meeting the requirements laid out in the Stop Order issued by MEPA

April 29, 2026

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* The company would be allowed to resume activities but with stricter conditions this time around to avoid a relapse * Nonetheless, presently certain activities for addressing the environmental management concerns are being carried out on the site and should not be mistaken for the company’s work resuming By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi Environmental Protection Authority says some notable undertakings by Presscane Ltd, demonstrate the ethanol manufacturing company’s commitment to meeting the requirements laid out in the operational Stop Order…

Agriculture Minister Rosa Mbilizi expresses deep health concerns over potassium-rich ash dust coating roofs of houses at Dyeratu in Chikwawa from PressCane’s sludge-waste evaporation ponds

April 28, 2026

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* Observes that if house roofs and walls can be coated in black from the potassium ash dust being blown from the evaporation ponds, it is likely people are inhaling the same into their bodies * She couldn’t cope with the pungent and odious smell from the sludge waste that was all over the trading centre and wondered how the community members lived through it every single day By Duncan Mlanjira Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation & Water Development, Roza…