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BWB’s electronic water kiosks for cholera-prone areas expected to be operational by next March

December 12, 2024

Smart water kiosks contract manager, Fazil Abdul Latif briefing the media * Customers to buy water tokens using cards and to access water at the kiosks 24/7 * 15 kiosk are being built and 15 traditional ones being modified into Smart Water Kiosks By Duncan Mlanjira Blantyre Water Board (BWB) is completing the construction of 15 electronic water kiosks, dubbed ‘Smart Water Kiosks’ with a further 15 traditional ones being modified — through which customers will be expected to…

Malawi launches national e-waste management policy to protect citizenry from harmful e-waste pollution and other health issues

December 5, 2024

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The launch at BICC in Lilongwe presided over by Vice-President Michael Usi * e-waste management policy is a crucial step steps toward a cleaner and healthier environment for future generations—Veep Michael Usi * We are deeply committed to environmental sustainability and believes that addressing the growing problem of e-waste is a vital part of our collective responsibility—Standard Bank By Prisca Promise Mashushu, MANA The national e-waste management policy that the Ministry of Natural Resources & Climate Change has launched…

Malawian-UK Nurses Association raises over MK7.5m towards renovation of Kamuzu Central Hospital’s patient consultation ward

November 21, 2024

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* Delegates at the fundraising event at Novotel Manchester West on September 28 also pledged items worth £1,800 * This is an ongoing project in which MUNA is still seeking support to local businesses and well-wishers in Malawi * The campaign is being done together with Mibawa Television that developed a video documentary; https://youtu.be/q78J–1UxtY highlighting the dire conditions at the short-stay unit By Duncan Mlanjira Having been greatly roused by the dire conditions of over-congestion at the short-stay unit (patient…

120 golfers tune up for Standard Bank Be More Golf charity tourney at Lilongwe Golf Club

November 15, 2024

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* Our partnership continues to elevate the sport and inspire excellence both on and off the course—captain Maziko Kumbani * We believe that sustainable growth is key to creating long-term value for our clients, our communities, and our economy—Chief Executive, Phillip Madinga By Duncan Mlanjira A field of 120 golfers is ready to tee off at Lilongwe Golf Club in tomorrow’s in Standard Bank Be More Golf tournament — a charity event, whose proceeds channeled towards Kamuzu Central Hospital’s…

Meteorological Department warns of prolonged period of hot and uncomfortable weather in Southern Region

October 24, 2024

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* Prolonged exposure to heatwave can pose serious health risks, especially to vulnerable people, such as the elderly, young children, and those with pre-existing health conditions * Heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heatstroke are a significant concern By Duncan Mlanjira The Department of Climate Change and Meteorological Services is alerting the public of prolonged period of hot and uncomfortable weather (heatwave) that is expected over most Southern Region areas for the next 6 days from tomorrow, October 25…

Water and Sanitation Minister Abida Mia calls for improved hygiene practices

October 22, 2024

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* 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…

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

October 17, 2024

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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…

Kabaza operators contributing to criminal activities at night—Police

October 12, 2024

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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)…

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

October 10, 2024

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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…

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

October 7, 2024

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* 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…