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British High Commissioner Fiona Ritchie classifies mining as one economic sector that has most dynamism by investor firms

June 15, 2025

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* As she bids farewell to her tenure of office in Malawi during the birthday celebration of Great Britain’s King Charles III on Thursday * Reflected on her stay in the country and looked forward to the future by highlighting partnerships, prosperity and peace * Nowhere is our partnership more important than in working with Malawi on our shared goal of increasing the prosperity of the country and its people * British firms are some of the biggest investors…

Political parties commit towards non-violence and inclusion for persons with albinism

June 14, 2025

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* The signing ceremony was held in Lilongwe on Friday as part of the International Albinism Awareness Day 2025 * Under the theme; ‘United for Peace and Inclusion – Strengthening the Protection of Persons with Albinism at all times, including during elections’ By Pempho Kantayeni, MANA The Association of Persons with Albinism in Malawi (APAM) has joined forces with several political parties to sign a commitment aimed at ensuring non-violence and inclusion of persons with albinism in all electoral…

Fear of the unknown and cultural beliefs fueling low turn out of blood donors; As MBTS’ blood banks risk running dry

June 14, 2025

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* It’s mostly men who have high turnout in terms of blood donation as compared to women yet in most cases it is women who need blood in various health services * As Malawi joins the commemoration of World Blood Donor Day, under the theme; ‘Give blood, give hope-Together we save lives’ * Blood transfusion and blood products helps and save millions of lives every year — helping patients who are suffering from life-threatening conditions * To live longer…

Airtel Malawi commemorates World Environment Day through support for plastic recycling

June 13, 2025

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Airtel Malawi invests K1 million to Kibébé to support their production efforts * Hosts a product showcase in collaboration with Kibébé — a local social enterprise renowned for crafting re-purposed handmade products from recycled plastics * The collaboration underscores Airtel Malawi’s ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability and community empowerment By Duncan Mlanjira In joining Malawi to commemorate World Environment Day 2025, Airtel Malawi has taken a new approach in the enhancement of this year’s theme; ‘Harmony with Nature: end…

Standard Bank demonstrates exceptional workmanship and quality in refurbishing Zomba Central Hospital’s maternity high dependency unit

June 12, 2025

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* Developing strong and equitable health system requires hands-on participation from all sectors of Malawi society * This is a powerful and elaborate example of the desirable impact of public private partnership (PPP) that Government promotes—Deputy Health Minister Noah Chimpeni By Duncan Mlanjira Standard Bank has handed over Zomba Central Hospital’s maternity high dependency unit (HDU) it extensively reburbished which Deputy Minister of Health, Noah Chimpeni acknowledged that the K210 million investment demonstrates the bank’s exceptional workmanship and quality….

Standard Bank recognises importance of investing in healthcare infrastructure, particularly for mothers and babies—Chief Executive Madinga

June 12, 2025

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* As a responsible corporate citizen, we recognise the importance of investing in healthcare infrastructure, particularly for mothers and babies * This maternity wing will provide a safe and comfortable environment for women to give birth and receive essential medical care By Duncan Mlanjira When Standard Bank handed over the refurbished and extended Zomba Central Hospital’s maternity high dependency unit (HDU) today, Chief Executive, Phillip Madinga said the K210 million project “is testament to the bank’s commitment to supporting…

Bon Voyage commemorates World Environment Day in creative style with models dressed in clothing made from recyclable materials

June 11, 2025

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* A celebration of creativity and sustainability of eco-friendly fashion spiced by powerful pottery, story telling, among others * Our event was to raise awareness and promote action to protect our environment and to resonate with the theme for World Environment Day 2025; ‘Ending Plastic Pollution’ By Duncan Mlanjira Bon Voyage Club, one of the country’s top tour guide service providers, joined the World and Malawi in commemorating the World Environment Day 2025 in creative style with models dressed…

COSOMA engages stakeholders to address misinformation over its mandate

June 11, 2025

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Mangochi-based musician, Assante Emment * I now know that the society is vital in protecting artists, I did not register my music with the society because I was not aware that I needed to do so * With this information, I will take action — the meeting was an eye opener to me—Mangochi-based musician, Asante Emment, populary known as Achakongwe By Alice Ndunya, MANA Copyright Society of Malawi (COSOMA) has engaged muscians, the media and other stakeholders in the…

One arrested for gruesome murder of 5-year-old boy in Mangochi

June 11, 2025

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* Suspect Botomani Martin admitted to committing the crime alongside five accomplices who remain at large * He further claimed that they were hired by a man from Mozambique who allegedly seeks to become a traditional chief and intended to use the boy for ritual purposes Maravi Express Police in Namwera, Mangochi District, have arrested 19-year-old Botomani Martin in connection with the brutal and gruesome murder of 5-year-old Brian Alabi from Mkwesa Village, Traditional Authority (T/A) Bwananyambi. A report…

Do not provoke dead spirits—Chifipa Mhango

June 10, 2025

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* On two remembrances occasions for late Saulos Chilima at the plane crash site in Mzimba District and the other taking place at Nsipe in Ntcheu * The one in the Mzimba District is a government event, while the one in Ntcheu is family led and blessed function By Duncan Mlanjira Observing that there were two memorial services in remembrance of one year after the passing of Vice-President, late Saulos Klaus Chilima, who died along with eight others in…