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ESCOM continues to urge public to remain vigilant in reporting power infrastructure vandalism

October 2, 2026

The convicts Bize Tsabola and Yamikani Mlolo * As it welcomes 10-year prison sentence each on two individuals caught for vandalising ESCOM property * See something, say something — let’s defeat vandalism together. Report by calling ESCOM via 2020 or 3030 By Duncan Mlanjira Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) has welcomed the stiff 10-year imprisonment with hard labour slapped on two individuals, caught in possession of 100 metres of aluminium conductor wire belonging to power utility service provider….

TNM tips consumers on common factors that increase data usage

October 2, 2026

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* The tips are intended to help customers manage their data and do not dismiss concerns raised * TNM is committed to transparency and ensuring customers receive the full value of the bundles they purchase By Duncan Mlanjira Following concerns raised by customers, which Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) announced that it was investigating over rapid depletion of mobile data bundles, TNM Plc has offered some common factors that increase data usage. In a public notice, TNM highlights that…

NBS Bank sponsors K15 million towards 2026 Chiwanja Ch’a Yao Festival

October 2, 2026

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* Particularly supporting the theme; ‘Celebrating Our Heritage, Educating Our Girls and Building Our Future’ * A subject that is important not only to the Yao community, but to the future of Malawi as a whole By Duncan Mlanjira NBS Bank has sponsored K15 million towards the 2026 Chiwanja Ch’a Yao Festival and in particular recognising its theme; ‘Celebrating Our Heritage, Educating Our Girls and Building Our Future’. Presenting the sponsorship this Friday in Lilongwe, Head of Government and…

Illovo Sugar Malawi recognises the country security institutions’ power of unity through sports

October 1, 2026

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Head of Legal & Corporate Affairs, Maureen Kachingwe presenting the sponsorship * As it invests K5 million towards the inaugural Inter-Security Agencies Sports Festival at Bingu National Stadium on October 5-9 * Under the theme; ‘Strength in Unity: Promoting Unity, Wellness, Teamwork and National Development Through Sport’ * By coming together in this way, our security institutions are demonstrating the power of unity and setting an example for the nation By Duncan Mlanjira Illovo Sugar Malawi has supported K5…

NBS Bank invests K103.8 million towards specialty beds and cancer medication for QECH Pediatric Cancer Ward

October 1, 2026

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* Every child deserves access to quality healthcare and the opportunity to recover in a safe, dignified and supportive environment * For families facing childhood cancer, the journey can be particularly difficult emotionally, financially and physically * The support reflects what ‘We Care A Little More’ means to us not simply saying that we care, but turning that care into tangible action By Duncan Mlanjira Under its corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategy — guided by the belief of ‘We…

Government investigates why decommissioned MV Mtendere listed

October 1, 2026

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* The vessel was decommissioned in 2002 due to high operational costs and had been idle ever since * It was consuming about 10,000 litres of fuel and 250 litres of lubricating oil on a round trip between Monkey Bay and Chilumba By Patience Longwe, Malawi News Agency (MANA) Government has indicated that it has launched investigations into why the decommissioned MV Mtendere listed over its side at Monkey Bay Harbour in Mangochi on September 28, 2026. In a…

UNIMA warmly sends off Council chairperson Wokomaatani Malunga as he takes up post as Malawi High Commissioner to UK

September 30, 2026

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* Dr Malunga’s contribution to the institution extends beyond his time as Council chairperson — UNIMA Deputy Vice-Chancellor Dr Sunduzwayo Madise * Some of the policies currently guiding the University were developed during his earlier tenure as Registrar By Duncan Mlanjira The University of Malawi (UNIMA) has bid farewell to its outgoing Council chairperson, Dr Benedicto Wokomaatani Malunga, as he prepares to take up a new diplomatic assignment as Malawi High Commissioner to the United Kingdom of Great Britain…

‘There couldn’t have been a more deserving winner for Most Resilient Journalist of the Decade Award than Gregory Gondwe’

September 30, 2026

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* Greg has braved threats, ridicule, illegal detention, and lawsuits — all in the service of journalism * Beyond his own courage, he has opened doors for others, created jobs, mentored the next generation, and shown us that journalists can innovate to build their own path * Above all, he practices journalism with integrity, honesty, and a real soul—Former MISA Malawi Chapter president Golden Matonga By Duncan Mlanjira Renowned investigative journalist, Vitus-Gregory Gondwe been honoured with the prestigious award;…

Contract awards for Chiweta-Karonga road rehabilitation works undergoing required Government approvals

September 29, 2026

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* Construction works set for November 2026 with contractors for the two work lots already recommended and awaiting approvals * The project has been divided into two lots; Chiweta-Wovwe Bridge and Wovwe Bridge-Karonga By Roy Howa, Malawi News Agency (MANA) Contract awards for the rehabilitation works of the Chiweta-Karonga (M001) Road are awaiting required Government approvals but Roads Authority (RA) assures that construction is set to begin in November 2026. The M001 Mzuzu-Chiweta-Karonga is a vital transport network ecosystem…

2027 MANEB examination registrations roll out from October 1

September 29, 2026

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* Registration and fees payment to be done within the provided timeline as there will be no extensions upon closure * Payment modes will be through Airtel Money, TNM Mpamba, FDH Bank, NBS Eazy Mobile, National Bank MO626, Standard Bank and First Capital Bank By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi National Examinations Board (MANEB) has announced that registration of candidates for the 2027 national examinations will be conducted from Thursday, October 1 to November 30, 2026 in all approved examination centres….