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MUNA successfully completes charity Big Walk to mobilise K950 million support for Kamuzu Central Hospital short stay ward renovation

August 9, 2026

* It was much more than a physical activity, it represented compassion, unity and a shared commitment to improving healthcare in Malawi — Malawi High Commission’s Chargé d’Affaires, Justice Agness Patemba * Given the scale of the undertaking, MUNA recognises that achieving this goal will require strong collaboration and support from partners in Malawi, the UK and internationally By Duncan Mlanjira The Malawian-UK Nurses Association (MUNA) charity Big Walk in Manchester, United Kingdom, to mobilise K950 million support for…

Malawian-UK Nurses Association to host charity Big Walk in UK tomorrow August 8

August 7, 2026

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* To raise funds for the renovation and modernisation of the Short Stay Ward at Kamuzu Central Hospital in Lilongwe * To be joined in solidarity by the Malawi High Commissioner’s office in London lead by Charge de Affaires, Justice Agness Patemba * Whether you are in Malawi, the United Kingdom or anywhere else in the world, you can become part of this life-changing initiative * Together, we can build better healthcare facilities for future generations By Duncan Mlanjira…

Health rights advocate Dorothy Ngoma calls on importance of regular inspections of food processing companies

August 6, 2026

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* As Malawi Bureau of Standards unearths four companies at Mapanga Industrial Area in Blantyre processing food in filthy conditions * The affected companies are Dilydada Limited manufacturing cooking oil; Aimi Industries Limited (maize flour & cooking oil; 88 Brothers (cooking oil); and Tianma Company Limited (maize flour & cooking oil) * Each company has been suspended from production, charged quarantine fees for already produced goods and issued a non-compliance fee of MK2 million By Roy Howa, Malawi News…

Chioloko Primary School learners in Lilongwe sit at desks for the first time in 27 years

July 27, 2026

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* Courtesy of donation from African Trade and Investment Development Insurance (ATIDI) * Which has invested over K43 million as corporate social responsibility reaching out to over 3,000 pupils in Lilongwe By Duncan Mlanjira For the first time in 27 years since it was opened, learners at Chioloko Primary School near Mitundu in Lilongwe are sitting at desks, courtesy of a donation from African Trade and Investment Development Insurance (ATIDI). ATIDI, formerly known as the African Trade Insurance Agency…

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

July 14, 2026

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* 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…