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Lawsuit filed against IFAW seeking compensation for victims of elephant translocation from Liwonde to Kasungu national parks

March 29, 2025

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* Defendants are IFAW UK, IFAW Malawi and IFAW Zambia being spearheaded by UK human rights-focused law firm, Leigh Day * “As we have reported previously, the landscape around Kasungu has been transformed into one of fear and loathing for some of the world’s poorest people”—UK’s Daily Maverick * “Small-scale farmers have faced the almost daily terror of elephant attacks since the pachyderms were moved from Liwonde National Park in southern Malawi to Kasungu” * “Despite the glaring fact…

Bharti Airtel vice-chairman & MD Gopal Vittal elected as new chair of GSMA Board

March 25, 2025

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* Only the second Indian to chair the prestigious telecom industry body after Sunil Bharti Mittal * Appointment also highlights the critical role of Airtel in the global telecom industry with operations in 14 countries across sub-Saharan Africa By Duncan Mlanjira The Board of Directors of GSMA — the global organisation that unifies the mobile ecosystem to discover, develop and deliver innovation foundational to positive business environments and societal change — has elected Bharti Airtel vice-chairman & Managing Director,…

Malawi to commemorate World Meteorological Day on April 11 with emphasis for collective action in early weather warning systems and climate adaptation strategies

March 23, 2025

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* Activities will include public sensitisation on climate change; discussions on early warning systems and climate change management * And the promotion of the services that Malawi’s Department of Climate Change Services & Meteorological (DCCMS) provide in early weather warnings By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi has chosen April 11 to commemorate this year’s World Meteorological Day to be held held at Machinga Teachers College under the global theme of; ‘Closing the Early Warning Gap Together’. The global commemoration, which falls…

Malawian-UK Nurses Association joins Health Minister Chiponda on centre stage at UK-Africa Health Summit in London

March 19, 2025

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* Held under the theme; ‘Leaving No One Behind’ highlighting the importance of ensuring equal access to healthcare for all worldwide * The Health Minister shared valuable insights and perspectives on the importance of global health equity and challenges Malawi face By Duncan Mlanjira Malawian-UK Nurses Association (MUNA), a grouping of nurses of Malawian origin permanently resident in the United Kingdom, was invited to attend this year’s UK-Africa Health Summit in London, joining Minister of Health, Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda…

UK decorates MDF soldiers who took part in King Charles III’s Coronation procession in 2023

March 16, 2025

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* We see in the MDF the professionalism, ethos and discipline that is a hallmark of our armed forces too * The MDF have been an instrumental part of the success and stability of Malawi since 1964 — British High Commissioner to Malawi, Fiona Ritchie By Duncan Mlanjira The 10 Malawi Defence Force (MDF) soldiers, who took part in the UK-Commonwealth Coronation procession of His Majesty King Charles III in May 2023, have been decorated with King’s Coronation Medals….

South Africa ready to oppose any appeal if the Bushiris intend to against Malawi court ruling to be extradited to South Africa to face their criminal charges

March 12, 2025

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* Lilongwe Chief Resident Magistrate Court has since ordered the couple to remain in custody until they are handed over to South African authorities * Their lawyer Wapona Kita has asked the court to pause the extradition order and grant the couple bail but state lawyer, Dziko Malunda objected * But if bail is allowed, it should come with strict conditions, such as large sums of money, property guarantees and signed commitments from sureties By Duncan Mlanjira If Shepherd…

When the doors of equal opportunity are open for women and girls, everyone wins—UN Secretary-General

March 8, 2025

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* In commemorating International Women’s Day 2025 under the theme; ‘All Women and Girls: Rights, Equality, and Empowerment’ * Guterres’ message reminds us that gender equality is not just a moral imperative but a cornerstone of progress for all—UN in Malawi * Calls on everyone to reflect on the progress made and the work still needed to ensure that every woman and girl can live a life of dignity, opportunity and freedom By Duncan Mlanjira In joining the world…

Plan International’s Global Girls Foundation names Malawi’s First Lady as its ambassador

February 18, 2025

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* Girls have the right to be heard and to lead change in their communities Global Girls Foundation’s —Managing Director, Lea Bachmann * With the help of Her Excellency’s leadership, girls are ensured to be at the centre of decision-making processes that shape their future By Yewo Munthali, MANA First Lady, Monica Chakwera, was yesterday appointed as the ambassador for Plan International’s Global Girls Foundation (GGF) at the 2025 African Union (AU) Heads of State and Government Summit in…

All Africa Conference of Churches calls for ceaseless prayers for God’s intervention in the disturbing situation of Eastern DRC

February 12, 2025

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* ‘The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit’—(Psalm 34:18) * ‘And whenever one member suffers, all the members suffer with it; or when one member is honored, all the members rejoice with it’—Corinthians 12:26 By Duncan Mlanjira The All Africa Conference of Churches — the continental ecumenical body that accounts for over 200 million Christians across the African continent — is requesting its members to indulge in “ceaseless prayers for God’s…

Rev. Maulidi earns extra role at AACC as advisor on Economic & Ecological Justice for entire African continent

February 12, 2025

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* Selected based on his expertise and on-going work as AACC Economic Justice & Accountability Champion * The CCAP community feels honoured and wishes you well in your new role alongside Anti-Corruption Ambassadorship in the AACC By Duncan Mlanjira Rev. Baxton Maulidi, the Deputy Secretary General of Blantyre Synod of the Church of Central Africa Presbyterian (CCAP), has been chosen as one of 7 advisors of the Economic & Ecological Justice Committee of the All-Africa Conference of Churches (AACC)….