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Forest rangers risking their lives to keep Malawi’s forests standing

April 10, 2025

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* In 2024 alone, a total of eight forest rangers got killed in separate incidents while in the line of duty, according to the Ministry of Natural Resources * Malawi has not recorded such a high number of forest guard killings before. The hostility towards its frontline staff by illegal charcoal producers and loggers is getting alarming * Data from the Global Forest Watch show that between 2001 and 2023, Malawi lost almost a quarter of a million hectares…

NGORA commends 350 NGOs licenced in 1st quarter of 2025 after compliance to operating regulations

April 9, 2025

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* This is contrary to previous years where compliance was low and we, therefore, commend them for this * We are also currently processing a number of applications and licenses that are issued based on reports that NGOs are required to submit * As we continue promoting a compliance culture as a bedrock to success—NGORA Chief Executive Officer, Edward Chileka-Banda By George Bulombola, MANA Basing on their submission of last year’s reports financial reports, 350 non-governmental organisations (NGOs) have…

CFTC requests football fans for feedback whether to approve exclusive e-ticketing solution for TNM Super League matches

April 9, 2025

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* The advantages and disadvantages of using the e-ticketing solution to purchase match tickets * Fans’ experiences in using e-ticketing solution, if any and their views on using TNM Mpamba only to use the e-ticketing solution By Duncan Mlanjira The Competition & Fair Trading Commission (CFTC) has received an application from TNM Mpamba Limited to approve the exclusive dealing arrangement on the provision of e-ticketing solution on the sale of tickets for TNM Super League matches — thus requests…

MBS destroys 7 tonnes of goods unfit for consumption seized in Blantyre

March 29, 2025

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* Include banned alcohol spirit notoriously known as ‘Ambuye Mtengeni’; maize flour from Rab Processors; rice and soft drinks from Sana, among others * MBS pleads for compliance among all traders and shop owners of which a few are still reluctant to do so By Max Medison, MANA Malawi Bureau of Standards (MBS) on Wednesday destroyed by setting ablaze about 7 tonnes of various products deemed unfit for consumption, which were impounded from several supermarkets and traders in Blantyre…

Man fined K800,000 for illegal possession 520 litres of fuel

March 28, 2025

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* Steven Ajasi was intercepted at police checkpoint along Bakili Muluzi Highway while transporting the petrol in drums and jerrycans towards Chiponde border with Mozambique * First Grade Magistrate Roy Kakutu ordered that the confiscated 520 litres of petrol be forfeited to the Malawi Government Maravi Express Mangochi First Grade Magistrate’s Court has convicted and fined 45-year-old Steven Ajasi K800,000 for possessing 520 litres of petrol without a valid permit. A report by Mangochi Police Station’s public relations officer,…

AACC’s Economic Justice & Accountability Champion, Rev. Maulidi reports to Police on death threats he is receiving from unknown people

March 18, 2025

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Rev. Maulidi at an international conference on fight against corruption organised by the African Union * The criminal intimidation is because of him being in the forefront advocating the fight against corruption and bad governance, that includes lack of transparency and accountability * The threats started last year from mobile phone calls, which register ‘private number’ as hidden identity By Duncan Mlanjira The Church of Central Africa Presbyterian (CCAP) Blantyre Synod’s Deputy General Secretary, Rev. Baxton Maulidi — who…

Trade Minister Mumba defends restriction order on importation of food items and other goods that are locally produced in Malawi

March 18, 2025

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* The restriction is designed to safeguard our economy during this challenging period * It is a strategic move to create an environment where local businesses can thrive without the immediate pressure of foreign competition * Malawi is not alone in adopting such measures as Botswana imposes restrictions on vegetable imports during its harvest season to ensure local farmers have access to the domestic market By Gift Chiponde, MANA & Maravi Express Minister of Trade & Industry, Vitumbiko Mumba…

Government bans importation of food items and other goods that are locally produced in Malawi

March 15, 2025

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* In exercise of his powers conferred by regulation 3(1)(a) of the Control of Goods (Import and Export) (Commerce) Regulations * Made by Minister of Trade & Industry, Vitumbiko Mumba on March 13, 2025 to expire on March 12, 2027 * Any person who contravenes provision of the Order commits an offence and shall be liable to penalties upon conviction By Duncan Mlanjira Under powers conferred by regulation 3 (1) (a) of the Control of Goods (Import and Export)…

‘Rising cost of living, coupled with limited buying power, have left consumers vulnerable to exploitation’—CAMA

March 15, 2025

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* In commemorating this year’s World Consumer Rights Day under the global theme; ‘A Just Transition to Sustainable Lifestyles’ * Theme resonates well with Malawi as consumers are facing significant challenges in accessing affordable, sustainable and safe products By Duncan Mlanjira In commemorating this year’s World Consumer Rights Day that falls today — under the global theme; ‘A Just Transition to Sustainable Lifestyles’, Consumers Association of Malawi (CAMA) has coined its own theme; ‘Demanding a Just Transition to Sustainable…

Tourism Minister Kamtukule supports introduction of tourist gate fees at Michiru Nature Sanctuary

March 13, 2025

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* To generate revenue to support volunteer community patrol scouts in their efforts in strengthening Michiru’s conservation * Minister also endorses another proposal for patrol scouts to operate a convenience shop within the sanctuary By Duncan Mlanjira Minister of Tourism, Vera Kamtukule graced tree planting exercise in deforested areas of Michiru Nature Sanctuary in Blantyre organised by environmental conservation stakeholders, where she supported the propose to introduce tourist gate fees on entry into the government reserved forest. The Minister…