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Changalume Barracks punished with K300,000 fine for freakish entry into NBS Bank NDL match venue

July 10, 2026

* An outdated and scornful juju practice related to witchcraft in believing their opponents FOMO FC planted magic spells at official Mulanje Park entry point * The belief that juju magic can influence a team to win or lose has long been scorned upon as if it worked, Malawi could have been winning the FIFA World Cup™ By Duncan Mlanjira Football Association of Malawi (FAM) has punished Changalume Barracks Football Club with a fine of K300,000 for their freakish…

South African authorities blame Malawi High Commission of not being committed enough to help in repatriation processing

July 7, 2026

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* Describes the repatriation process as a humanitarian crisis not initiated by the South African government but Malawi’s * As a Malawian national falls ill and dies on board a repatriation bus 10km from Musina processing centre By Duncan Mlanjira A video clip has is widely circulating that captures a South African government official in the department of communication and information addressing a press briefing, blaming Malawi High Commission of not being committed enough to help in repatriation processing….

Mulhako wa Alhomwe website to enable people to learn Lhomwe language, access the tribe’s history and follow its celebration activities

July 7, 2026

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* We are a big community, and it is important that we document and protect our history for future generations—Board of Trustees chairperson Muchanakhwaye Mpuluka By Patience Longwe, Malawi News Agency (MANA) Mulhako wa Alhomwe Cultural Herotage has launched its website, https://alhomwe.mw/, which is set to connect Lhomwe people worldwide and preserve the tribe’s history for future generations. The launch was held at a fundraising dinner at Sunbird Capital where the organisation’s Board of Trustees chairperson, Muchanakhwaye Mpuluka, said…

CAMA faults MACRA on tariff increase on internet bundle by TNM and Airtel

July 5, 2026

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* The Communication Act, 2016 protects consumers from introducing tariff increases without providing justification * And giving consumers a period of not less than seven days before effecting any tariff adjustments * These new tariff adjustments are also being introduced at a time when consumers are experiencing poor quality service from the two mobile network operators * And at a time when Government has just introduced a lot of taxes on mobile money transactions—writes CAMA to MACRA Director General…

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…

‘Young Malawian Chevening Scholars are the bedrock of our country’s future’—Malawi High Commissioner to UK Dr. Thomas Bisika

July 3, 2026

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* As he welcomes the Malawian Chevening Scholars 2026 cohort represented by Alpha Kishindo, Alfred Gadama, Mirriam Francesca Nkosi, Slyviah Chisi, Dr. Issac Yiwombe and Evans Kagwira * The knowledge they acquire through prestigious programmes like Chevening Scholarships is an investment in Malawi’s growth * Malawi is immensely proud of its international scholars and we look forward to seeing the incredible impact these scholars will have, both during their studies and upon their return home By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi…

Financial institutions taking huge role in supporting Malawi’s major road rehabilitation projects

July 2, 2026

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* As Minister of Transport & Public Works officially launches the rehabilitation of Lot 1 of Golomoti-Monkey Bay Road corridor financed by FDH Bank at K100 billion credit facility * National Bank to finance the corridor’s Lot 2 rehabilitation, a project that Government describes that it represents another milestone in its agenda to build a modern, resilient and integrated transport network * That supports tourism, trade, investment and inclusive socio-economic development * Standard Bank played a role as lead…

MEC describes Auditor General’s report leaked to the media as an incomplete audit process presented as though it were a final audit report

July 1, 2026

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* Hopeful that the National Audit Office, a highly trusted institution, shall undertake the necessary investigation to establish the legitimacy of the allegedly leaked audit report * Which would, for all intents and purposes, be a confidential document until officially published for public record By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has described an audit report purportedly originating from the Office of Auditor General as an incomplete audit process that “has been presented to the public as though it…

Women farmers encouraged to join agricutural commercialisation cooperatives

June 30, 2026

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Amadoda Cooperative boosted with a tractor. In the middle is one of its women leaders, Jane Banda * Alone, it is difficult to access resources and markets, but together, we have a stronger voice and better opportunities * Cooperatives empower farmers to improve their livelihoods and build resilient communities * I believe in the power of collective action, especially for women farmers who often face barriers in accessing resources and good markets By Denis Mzembe, contributor Women farmers have…

ESCOM replacing wooden poles with modern prestressed concrete poles on two key power transmission lines

June 29, 2026

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* This is a long-term investment strategy aimed to cut on maintenance costs, curb vandalism, reduce outages, and strengthen Malawi’s electricity network for generations to come * A wooden pole’s lifespan is very short and also failing prematurely — some needing replacement within just five years due to heavy rains, while some were being vandalised, including metal ones By Duncan Mlanjira Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) has embarked on a project to replacing old wooden transmission poles with…