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Scotland First Minister visits historical Mandala House in Blantyre

October 20, 2025

* Along with Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital and Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) * The historic site located was formerly a residence built in 1882 by the African Lakes Corporation for their managers built in the colonial style * African Lakes Corporation’s head office was in Glasgow, Scotland and Mandala was their chief office in Africa By Mirriam Bwanali, MANA Scotland First Minister, John Swinney on Sunday visited historical Mandala House that was formerly a residence built in…

Mwanamvekha champions Malawi’s economic agenda at World Bank, IMF meetings in Washington D.C.

October 17, 2025

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* Key areas of focus include food security, fertiliser supply, foreign exchange, fuel, and access to essential medicines * The engagements are crucial in mobilising resources and partnerships to sustain Malawi’s economic transformation and resilience By Jeremiah Mphande, MANA Minister of Finance, Economic Planning & Development, Joseph Mwanamvekha is in Washington D.C., the United States of America — attending Spring Meetings of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) — where he is leading high level discussions…

Friday declared public holiday in Kenya to honour former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s State Funeral

October 16, 2025

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* Marking a solemn moment of national reflection for a leader remembered for his decades-long struggle for democracy, reform, and unity * To be laid to rest on Sunday in his ancestral home in Bondo, Siaya County aligning with the Odinga family’s wish to be laid to rest within 72 hours of his passing Capital News, The Star & Streamline Feed Tomorrow, Friday October 17, has been declared a national holiday as Kenyans prepare to pay their final respects…

Former President Bingu wa Mutharika strengthened Malawi-Scotland bilateral partnership in 2005

October 16, 2025

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* As all is set for Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney’s visit to Malawi — a significant opportunity to renew commitments, celebrate progress * And explore future areas of collaborations that align with Malawi’s national development blueprint, MW2063 By Prisca Promise Mashushu, MANA The Malawi-Scotland bilateral partnership was strengthened by former President late Bingu wa Mutharika in 2005 signed at the Bute House in Edinburgh when he was hosted on a four-day visit at the invitation of former First…

Scotland First Minister’s visit to Malawi an opportunity for him to appreciate what Malawi has achieved with Scottish support—Malawi British High Commissioner

October 13, 2025

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British High Commissioner to Malawi Dr. Bisika in a recent meeting with First Minister Swinney * The Scottish government’s support to Malawi dates back many years since the two countries are historically very atțached to each * He will visit Malawi and Zambia as part of celebrating the Scottish Government’s 20th anniversary in supporting international development projects and climate justice initiatives By Duncan Mlanjira The Scottish Government has been supporting Malawi in many areas covering both development and humanitarian…

UN Secretary-General António Guterres hails Mutharika’s choice of female Vice-President

October 6, 2025

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* Describes it as a significant step towards achieving gender parity at all levels and encouraging continued efforts to promote women’s participation in governance * African Union Commission and its observers states that the appointment of a woman to the vice-presidency reinforces regional calls for inclusive leadership across Africa * As expectations are high with experts outlining key priorities for Mutharika’s new government administration * Analyst George Chaima commends Mutharika for announcing partial Cabinet appointment of Ministers Mwanamveka and…

Former Zimbabwe president Robert Mugabe’s son appears in court on drug charge

October 3, 2025

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* Police searched a black sling bag he was wearing at the time and allegedly found two small sachets of cannabis * Following the incident, police said in a statement that five people in a “syndicate linked to him” were also arrested By Shingai Nyoka & Danai Nesta Kupemba, BBC The son of Zimbabwe’s former President Robert Mugabe has appeared in a Harare court charged with drug possession. Robert Mugabe Jr, 33, was arrested on Wednesday morning as he…

Britain, Canada, Australia and Portugal formally recognise Palestinian state, deepening Israel’s isolation

September 22, 2025

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“There will be no Palestinian state—vows Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in response * I have a clear message to those leaders recognising a Palestinian state after the horrific massacre of October 7th — you are giving a massive prize to terror * The response to the latest attempt to force a terror state upon us in the heart of our land will be given after my return from the United States. Wait for it By Christian Edward’s, Paula…

India’s leading provider of passive telecom infrastructure Indus Towers forays into African markets

September 9, 2025

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* Beginning with Nigeria, Uganda and closer to Malawi, Zambia in recognition that these markets offer attractive prospects for revenue diversification, operational scalability, and long-term value creation * It will leverage its robust financial position and anchor customer relationship with Bharti Airtel to establish a strong and competitive presence in these regions By Duncan Mlanjira Indus Towers Limited, India’s leading provider of passive telecom infrastructure, has expanded the company’s footprint across select international markets that includes a foray into…

UK neurosurgeon and humanitarian Dr. Ismail Ughratdar shares first hand harrowing experience of Gaza-Israel war

August 27, 2025

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* Recently returned from Gaza where he worked in hospitals amidst humanitarian crisis, massacre and maiming of innocent children * He is among a group of medical surgeons who are deployed in Gaza to save lives of those who suffered horrendous injuries after their homes and city buildings were bombed by Israeli Defence Force’s air strikes By Duncan Mlanjira On his visit to Malawi, distinguished UK-based consultant neurosurgeon, Dr. Ismail Ughratdar — who recently returned from Gaza where he…