Water and Sanitation Minister Abida Mia calls for improved hygiene practices

* There is need for intervention that will ensure increased access to safely managed sanitation for all Malawians * Good sanitation and hygiene practices should be lifestyle both during the Sanitation Week and beyond By Tione Andsen, MANA At the launch of Sanitation Week and commemoration of Global Hand Washing Day held yesterday at Chinsapo UNICEF ground in Lilongwe, Minister of Water and Sanitation, Abida Mia said communities need to adopt improved hygiene practices by constructing improved latrines and…

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Anadkat family, FCB shareholder Kantaria meet shortfall of K74m towards Beit Cure’s fundraiser for life-changing children’s orthopaedic surgeries

Anadkat hands over the investment to Beit Cure’s Davie Simengwa * This is on top of FCB also contributed K50 million towards the same cause ahead of the fundraising dinner * Beit Cure International holds a special place in my heart—FCB founder and vice-chairperson Hitesh Anadkat * It has recorded remarkable success as the best orthopaedic hospital in the Sub-Saharan Africa * And has performed over 30,000 life-changing children’s surgeries in Malawi and the region over the past 22…

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Kabaza operators contributing to criminal activities at night—Police

Superintendent Memory Mgeni * Some kabaza operators are fond of doing business during odd hours which leads to theft of their motorcycles, sustaining severe injuries and even loss of life * They are enticed with huge sums of money to carry a person at odd hours not knowing that the person is a criminal By Isaac Jim & Benedicto Maguda, MANA Regional community policing coordinator for the South West Region Police, Superintendent Memory Mgeni has warned motorcycle taxi (Kabaza)…

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NGOs galvanised to ensure their positive impacts of their health development efforts last well beyond duration of projects

Deputy Minister of Health, Halima Alima Daud * Also called to invest in local capacity, empowering local health professionals, strengthening community resilience and ensuring the sustainable transfer of skills * This approach is essential for achieving the long-term goals outlined in Health Sector Plan (HSSP) III By Duncan Mlanjira Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) have been applauded for their unwavering dedication to improving the health and well-being of Malawi communities — while at the same time, they have been galvanised to…

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‘Exceptional work being done year after year through NPL Mothers Fun Run safe motherhood initiative’—UNFPA

* The Mother’s Fun Run initiative resonates with the UN’s mission and aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 3 of ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being * This year, we are especially proud to partner with Chikwawa District, providing much-needed support to maternal and neonatal health programs By Duncan Mlanjira United Nations Population Agency (UNFPA) Country Representative, Nelida Rodrigues describes as “exceptional work being done year after year” by Nations Publications Limited’s Mothers Fun Run safe motherhood…

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‘The health sector is critical to Malawi’s economy but challenges faced are too large for government to tackle alone’—Standard Bank

* As it adopts Makhuwira Health Centre in Chikwawa’s East Bank with a contribution of K25 million through Nation Publications Mothers’ Fun Run * Our hope is to see Makhuwira become self-sufficient and support the other three surrounding health centres – Mfera, Masenjele and Mapela * For mothers to access full suite of health care services instead of travel long distances to Chikwawa District Hospital to access maternal and neonatal healthcare By Duncan Mlanjira From the campaign that promotes…

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K36m proceeds from Standard Bank Be More Race officially handed over to Children’s Cancer Centre

Norah Nsanja (right) presenting the cheque to Deputy Minister of Health, Halima Daud * The bank matched by 100% the initial K18 million it realised from registration fees paid by participants of the July 20 event bringing the total contribution to K36 million * Education at the cancer centre plays a crucial role in providing stability and hope for young patients undergoing treatment at the Centre By Duncan Mlanjira Standard Bank Plc has officially handed over K36 million of…

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KUHeS has positioned itself as a leader in health sciences education and research—Vice-Chancellor Prof. Malewa

* We are dedicated to providing our students with a world-class education that equips them with the knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to excel in the health sciences  * Our curriculum is designed to be rigorous, evidence-based, and responsive to the changing needs of the healthcare industry By Duncan Mlanjira Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) has positioned itself as a leader in health sciences education and research, contributing to the national and regional development goals through its strategic…

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KUHeS’ research and educational initiatives addresses critical areas of Malawi’s national health policies

* Such as maternal and child health, infectious diseases, non-communicable diseases, and health systems strengthening * This alignment ensures that their findings are relevant and actionable, contributing directly to policy formulation and implementation By Duncan Mlanjira In declaring that the services of Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) are not just academic but deeply intertwined with Malawi’s national health policies and guidelines, Minister of Health, Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda emphasised that the University’s focus on research addresses critical areas such…

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‘KUHeS’ services are not just academic but deeply intertwined with national health policies and guidelines’—Health Minister

* Ministry’s vision is to create a health sector that is resilient, inclusive, and responsive to the evolving needs of our population * KUHeS plays a pivotal role in this vision as a leading institution in health education and research, KUHeS is integral in shaping the future of healthcare system in Malawi By Duncan Mlanjira When opening the 3rd Research Dissemination Conference for Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) yesterday, Minister of Health, Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda described the…

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