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‘Corporate governance is about stewardship, accountability, ethical leadership and strategic vision’

July 12, 2026

Board chairpersons and chief executive officers for state-owned enterprises at the building and corporate governance training in Mangochi * It is not merely about compliance with rules and regulations—Malawi School of Government acting Council chairperson, Prof. Samson Sajidu * When presiding over team building and corporate governance training for board chairpersons and chief executive officers for state-owned enterprises * Under the theme; ‘Beyond Individual Roles: Teamwork as the Engine of Effective Governance’ By Duncan Mlanjira Acting Council chairperson of…

9 lessons on leadership: A tribute from Dr. Atikonda Mtenje-Mkochi to Prof. Address Malata as she exists MUST as Vice-Chancellor

July 11, 2026

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* Prof. Malata frequently anchored her speeches with a defining question: “After all is said and done, what difference will you have made?” * Beyond the brick and mortar, one of the most powerful values she has engraved in our hearts is her commitment to mentorship By Duncan Mlanjira On June 2026, the University Council of the Malawi University of Science and Technology officially announced the retirement of its Vice-Chancellor, Professor Address Mauakowa Malata by unveiling Associate Professor Mwapatsa…

Malawi earns over US$184 million from tobacco sales

July 11, 2026

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* Representing 89.4 million kilograms of tobacco between April and July with an improved auction tobacco uptake of 42% By Alinafe Jonas, Malawi News Agency (MANA) Tobacco Commission has reported that Malawi has earned more than US$184 million — representing 89.4 million kilograms of tobacco between April and July with an improved auction tobacco uptake of 42%. In a report released on Thursday, the Commission states that improved auction tobacco uptake reflects better leaf presentation and increased buyer appetite…

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

July 10, 2026

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* An outdated and scornful juju practice related to witchcraft in believing their opponents FOMO FC planted magic spells at official Mulanje Park entry point * The belief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…