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‘The health sector is critical to Malawi’s economy but challenges faced are too large for government to tackle alone’—Standard Bank

October 6, 2024

* As it adopts Makhuwira Health Centre in Chikwawa’s East Bank with a contribution of K25 million through Nation Publications Mothers’ Fun Run * Our hope is to see Makhuwira become self-sufficient and support the other three surrounding health centres – Mfera, Masenjele and Mapela * For mothers to access full suite of health care services instead of travel long distances to Chikwawa District Hospital to access maternal and neonatal healthcare By Duncan Mlanjira From the campaign that promotes…

CDH Investment Bank contributes K5m towards Presidential Charity Golf initiative

October 4, 2024

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Kamoto (left) hands over the sponsorship to Khomani * The cause will assist deserving needy tertiary students to complete their studies * The bank is keen to support students to achieve their dreams, become empowered and make a difference in Malawi By Duncan Mlanjira CDH Investment Bank has supported the Presidential Charity Golf tournament with K5 million toward the 2024 tournament scheduled for October 11-12 at Country Club Limbe. Presenting the cheque in Blantyre, Chief Business Development Officer, Jamal…

‘Chakwera’s much self-adored ATM economic strategy on tourism will not achieve its objectives if it’s not informed by latest accurate data’—AFORD’s newly-elected national director of economic affairs Chifipa Mhango

October 4, 2024

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Chifipa Mhango * Malawi Tourism Report is two years outdated i.e being released in August 2024 and covering 2022 data * Yet its primary intention — according to the publishing institution, the National Statistical Office — is to enable decision makers to formulate better strategies * Used to market tourism products, thereby increasing the number of tourist arrivals * And consequently contributing to the socio-economic development of a country By Duncan Mlanjira Chief Economist for Don Consultancy Group (DCG),…

KUHeS has positioned itself as a leader in health sciences education and research—Vice-Chancellor Prof. Malewa

October 3, 2024

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* We are dedicated to providing our students with a world-class education that equips them with the knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to excel in the health sciences * Our curriculum is designed to be rigorous, evidence-based, and responsive to the changing needs of the healthcare industry By Duncan Mlanjira Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) has positioned itself as a leader in health sciences education and research, contributing to the national and regional development goals through its strategic…

KUHeS’ research and educational initiatives addresses critical areas of Malawi’s national health policies

October 3, 2024

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* Such as maternal and child health, infectious diseases, non-communicable diseases, and health systems strengthening * This alignment ensures that their findings are relevant and actionable, contributing directly to policy formulation and implementation By Duncan Mlanjira In declaring that the services of Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) are not just academic but deeply intertwined with Malawi’s national health policies and guidelines, Minister of Health, Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda emphasised that the University’s focus on research addresses critical areas such…

‘KUHeS’ services are not just academic but deeply intertwined with national health policies and guidelines’—Health Minister

October 3, 2024

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* Ministry’s vision is to create a health sector that is resilient, inclusive, and responsive to the evolving needs of our population * KUHeS plays a pivotal role in this vision as a leading institution in health education and research, KUHeS is integral in shaping the future of healthcare system in Malawi By Duncan Mlanjira When opening the 3rd Research Dissemination Conference for Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) yesterday, Minister of Health, Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda described the…

Ministry of Heath enhancing One Health approach urging public to seriously maintain personal hygiene

September 30, 2024

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* One Health is an approach that recognises that the health of people is closely connected to the health of animals and the shared environment * The philosophy at the heart of One Health is far from new but it has acquired a fresh impetus as the fallout from the CoVID-19 pandemic continues to be picked over * Following the surge of Mpox cases in countries in the African region with trade and travel connections with Malawi, the Public…

Mangochi Police urges transporters to first verify goods on behalf of clients before transporting or delivering them to their destinations

September 30, 2024

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The consignment of drugs intercepted on Saturday * This is after a second arrest for theft of government medical drugs in Mangochi within a week * Both consignment of drugs were intercepted being ferried through public transport * We advise against transporting illegal items, noting that such practices are fueling criminal activities in the district By Duncan Mlanjira Barely a week after police in Mangochi arrested a pharmacist at Chiponde Health Centre for stealing assorted government medical drugs from…

CFTC wins global award on consumer protection

September 28, 2024

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* The global contest-based award is co-organised by International Consumer Protection and Enforcement Network (ICPEN) and the World Bank * Which is aimed to showcase good practices in implementation, enforcement, and compliance matters regarding consumer protection By Duncan Mlanjira The Competition & Fair Trading Commission (CFTC) has been recognised by global contest-based award for its work in consumer protection — especially through cross border cooperation with other national and regional enforcement agencies. In a statement issued today by CFTC…

Malawi receives US$80m to establish a second refugee camp

September 27, 2024

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* Set to help ease congestion of 53,000 refugees, asylum seekers at country’s only camp at Dzaleka in Dowa * Hosts refugees from DR Congo, Rwanda, Burundi, Eritrea, Ethiopia and Somalia, who have been living there since the early 1990s By Jamal Jamal Malawi has received US$80 million from the United Nations High Commissioner for the Refugees (UNHCR) toward the construction of a second refugee camp in the Northern Region, an official told Anadolu on Tuesday. The country hosts…