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Former State House Chief of Staff, Prince Kapondamgaga denies role in PSPTF purchase of Amallyris Hotel

March 20, 2026

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* He was already in Mzuzu on official duties accompanying former President Lazarus Chakwera, and only attended the meeting at the invitation of the then Secretary to the President & Cabinet (SPC), Colleen Zamba * His role during the meeting was limited to that of an observer, assisting the Office of the President & Cabinet (OPC) in understanding the operations and governance of the Public Service Pension Trust Fund By Innocent Manda, Patience Longwe & Pickson Chipeso Former State…

UTM Party’s Matthews Mtumbuka wins Rumphi Central Constituency by-election

March 18, 2026

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* Despite the controversy that DPP’s vice-president (North) Jappie Mhango created when he attacked the country’s 2nd Vice-President Enock Chihana day before the elections * Unofficial results gives Mtumbuka 6,397 votes against DPP’s Moir Walita Mkandawire’s 5,378 and AFORD’s Paul Nyirenda’s 2,472 By Duncan Mlanjira Unofficial results sent from the field by Malawi News Agency (MANA) indicate that UTM Party’s Matthews Mtumbuka has won the Rumphi Central Constituency by-election held yesterday with 6,397 votes against favourites; Democratic Progressive Party…

Heartfelt eulogies pour in for Helene Mpinganjira for her gracious living and as a netball administrator par excellence

March 17, 2026

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* Thank you for the talent, the wisdom, the leadership you shared to the world. You run your race pretty well, legend Helene Mpinganjira—Tiya Somba Banda * Helene Mpinganjira has left an indelible mark on the netball fraternity. May her soul find eternal peace and her legacy inspire future generations—Elsie Elishaba * We stand in solidarity with you during this difficult time and honour her legacy of dedication and service rendered to sport—Zambia National Olympic Committee By Duncan Mlanjira…

US Embassy Chief of Mission engages Malawi Parliament Speaker Suleman on a number of issues of mutual interest

March 17, 2026

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* As the Speaker outlined his vision for the next five years which includes developing vibrant oversight systems, full financial autonomy * And enhanced outreach programme to reach out to more Malawians through Parliament Radio and Television, among others By Duncan Mlanjira Chief of Mission of the United States of America (USA), Jonathan Fischer paid a courtesy call on the Speaker of Malawi Parliament, Right Honourable Sameer Suleman where they deliberated on a number of issues of mutual interest….

Most river water levels increasing across the country which might result in riverine flooding—Department of Water Resources

March 17, 2026

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Kamuzu Barrage at Liwonde has been opened to prevent Lake Malawi from swelling further * In the Shire River, water levels are slightly rising but have not yet reached a level where flooding can occur * As National Water Resources Authority announces that water level in Lake Malawi has risen at its highest point in years * The lake stands at 476.01 meters above sea level, which is 0.46 meters higher than last year, same period By Duncan Mlanjira…

Controversial Amaryliss Hotel purchase continues to unearth more revelations; MRA involved in facilitating duty-free on its construction materials

March 17, 2026

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* As civil servants, as the strongest stakeholders in the Fund, threaten to hold vigils at offices and homes of the PSPTF Board of Trustees By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) granted Yusuf Investments Ltd duty waivers on some of the imported construction materials for Amaryliss Hotel in 2016, indicates a document, MRA/CE/TECH/CPC 445, that is circulating on social media. It was issued by Commissioner-Customs and Excise, Fatch Valeta on October 31 2016 having being approved by the…

Agriculture census report key to boosting farm production

March 17, 2026

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* Contains critical data that can guide decision-making and help stakeholders address challenges affecting agricultural productivity in the country * Irrigation farming accounts for only 2.2% of the total land used during the agricultural season — with the Southern Region accounting for 1.2% * Followed by the Central Region with 0.8% and the Northern Region with 0.3% while the watering can remain the most common irrigation method, accounting for about 68% By Prisca Promise Mashushu, MANA Minister of Agriculture,…

Persistent downpours expected to continue affecting most parts of the country

March 16, 2026

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* Could trigger localised flash floods, particularly in low-lying and flood-prone communities where soils are already saturated from previous rains * Districts classified under elevated flood risk (Category 6) include Nkhotakota, Salima, Blantyre, Thyolo, Chiradzulu and Mulanje By Khumbo Msambala Salanje, MANA The Department of Climate Change & Meteorological Services (DCCMS) has issued a heavy rainfall warning urging the public to remain alert as the persistent downpours are expected to continue affecting most parts of Malawi. In a statement,…

PAC to subpoena Attorney General to appear before it at 17h30 on Wednesday, March 18

March 16, 2026

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Attorney General Frank Farouk Mbeta * After failing to attend the meeting due to other commitments and requesting the Committee to set another date * As PAC continues probing key stakeholders on the purchase of the Amallyris Hotel for K128 billion by Public Service Pension Trust Fund (PSPTF) By Innocent Manda, MANA The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament has asked Parliament’s legal team to subpoena the Attorney General (AG), Frank Farouq Mbeta to appear before it at 17h30…

Renowned Poet Yankho Seunda unveils themes for his upcoming ‘At 35’ poetry album

March 16, 2026

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Over the years, Poet Seunda has built a strong reputation in Malawi’s creative sector * That include gender-based violence, love, governance, mental health, culture, family, nature, business, and lifestyle * Among other socially and culturally relevant reflections on contemporary human experiences * As ticket sales open to the public for the album launch set for the evening of Saturday, August 1, 2026 at Apollo Auditorium in Blantyre By Duncan Mlanjira Well ahead of the planned launch of his poetry…