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14,000 of 19,200 metric tonnes of maize from Ukraine arrives and being distributed to vulnerable communities

November 5, 2024

WFP Country Director, Paul Turnbull (3rd from right) with the diplomats from France, Sweden, Ukraine and The Netherlands * WFP applauds the solidarity partnership with France, Korea, Sweden, The Netherlands and Ukraine that aims to address one of the gravest challenges facing Malawi * Earlier this year, Malawi experienced a prolonged dry spell triggered by the El Niño conditions * This long dry spell came during a critical crop growth phase and devastated food production — consequently, 44% of…

Zambia Army Commander adds credence to his Malawian counterpart’s assertion of the military’s important role in nation-building

November 4, 2024

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Lieutenant General Geoffrey Choongo Zyeele * Challenges faced by the continent are complex and multifaceted, ranging from political instability, armed conflict to economic disparities and social inequities * Addressing the challenges Africa face “requires not just military might, but a robust legal framework that supports peace and security as foundational pillars for development * After MDF Commander, General Valentino Phiri had said defence forces not only protect citizens from external threats but also contribute to peacekeeping, humanitarian efforts and…

Muslim Youth United urges youth towards participation in national development

November 4, 2024

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* Let’s not always point fingers at the government to develop the nation—Dr. Haffiz Hussein Twabi * We, the youth, make up the majority of this nation, so we must strive to transform it * He also urged Muslim youth and young people from various religious backgrounds to pursue leadership positions in the upcoming elections when opportunities arise By Agatha Kadzinje, MANA In the mission to achieve sustainable development guided by the goals of MW2063 national vision, Muslim Youth…

International Organisation for Immigration trains Malawi immigration officers in ICT services

November 4, 2024

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* Trained to operate the system called Migration & Information Data Analysis System (MIDAS) * A system that enables data keeping, tracking and other security issues across the country By Happie Milanzie, MANA The International Organization for Immigration has completed the training of 16 information & communication technology (ICT) for Malawi’s Department of Immigration & Citizenship and pledges train specialists to enhance the capacity of immigration services through digital systems. The 16 ICT immigration officers have been trained to…

Paramount Chief Kyungu asks NWRA to clearly indicate boundaries between the water bodies and public land

November 2, 2024

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* The problem is that most Malawians misunderstood democracy and they think they can do anything including wanton cutting of trees and cultivating along river banks * I would like to urge the NWRA to properly instruct citizens on how best they can make use of this water By George Mponda, MANA Paramount Chief Kyungu of Karonga has urged National Water Resources Authority (NWRA) to clearly instruct Malawians the boundaries between water bodies and public land. He said this…

‘The military should always maintain the apolitical posture to objectively uphold the constitutional order’—MDF Commander at African Bar Association conference 2024

November 1, 2024

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* Service members are citizens first and soldiers second — therefore, patriotism is key to ensure that military is employed to defend and develop one’s country * In a world where peace and stability can sometimes seem elusive, African defence forces stand as the bedrock of security By Duncan Mlanjira In his keynote address; ‘The Role of Defence Forces in a Democracy’ delivered at the African Bar Association conference 2024 in Lusaka, Zambia on Monday, Malawi Defence Force (MDF)…

Malawi’s General Namathanga, Rtd awarded Merit in Leadership Award by African Bar Association

October 29, 2024

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* The African Bar Association conference 2024 was held under the theme; ‘Legal Framework for Peace and Security as the Backbone of Socio-economic Development in Africa: * The Role of the Military and Security Agencies in Development’ held at Mulungushi International Convention Centre in Lusaka By Duncan Mlanjira At its annual conference co-hosted by the Law Society of Zambia yesterday, October 28, the African Bar Association awarded Merit in Leadership Award to Malawi’s General Peter Namathanga, Rtd. The African…

Association for Women in Media North Chapter supports Mzuzu’s Upendo Childrens Village with domestic needs

October 29, 2024

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* We face numerous challenges including shortage of foodstuffs, therefore any kind of assistance towards us is very welcome * We are always pleased to see visitors like you engaging our children in various aspects—Director Pastor Floncy Mkisi By Mayamiko Nyirenda, MANA On the same day that Association for Women in Media (AWOME) assisted Mai Mbambande Elderly Home in Lilongwe with food and non-food relief items, the associations Northern Region Chapter also reached out to Upendo Children’s Village in…

Chakwera calls for impartiality into Chilima’s June 10 plane crash investigation as Commission of Inquiry members is sworn in

October 28, 2024

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* Urged them to execute their duties with diligence and ignore biasness and political pressure on the matter * Emphasising the importance of scrutinizing the events leading to the plane crash By Eunice Disi Lole, MANA President Lazarus Chakwera on Monday led the swearing-in of members of the Commission of Inquiry on the June 10 plane crash that killed Vice-President Saulos Klaus Chilima, former First Lady Shanil Dzimbiri — former wife to former President Bakili Muluzi — and seven…

Association for Women in Media reaches out to Mai Mbambande Elderly Home with relief food

October 27, 2024

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* As women in media, we felt it was important to donate these items to the elderly home, to help them in their daily needs * The elderly people need to be valued, respected and cared for by the society By Sarah Munthali, MANA As part of initiatives being taken to celebrate mothers during the month of October, Association for Women in Media (AWOME) yesterday, assisted Mai Mbambande Elderly Home in Lilongwe with assorted food relief items and soap….