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SRWB addressing Neno water challenges to end by September

June 4, 2025

Dry taps * Some parts of the district face persistent water supply issues due to the current tank and borehole that are located at a lower point * As an interim measure, SRWB would improve the current system by adjusting supply schedules * Including suspending water provision in some nights to allow tanks to refill and ensure fair distribution By Salome Gangire, MANA Southern Region Water Board (SRWB) has assured Neno District residents that the long-standing water challenges will…

Former director of communication in Vice-President Saulos Chilima’s office appointed as ESCOM’s new chief public relations officer

June 4, 2025

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* To lead ESCOM’s internal and external communication programmes aimed at strengthening relationships with various stakeholders and understanding of the corporation’s mission and activities * He is a seasoned communications & media expert with over 10 years of experience gained from working in dynamic and challenging environments By Duncan Mlanjira Pilirani Phiri, who served as director of communication in Vice-President office from late Saulos Chilima to Michael Usi, has been appointed as new chief public relations & communications officer…

Mwera winds to generate high and potentially dangerous water waves over Malawi lake bodies

June 3, 2025

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* Avoid sailing on the lakes, especially in small boats, during this period and that fishers should postpone fishing trips until conditions improve * Secure boats and equipment near the shoreline to prevent damage; swimming and recreational activities on lakes should be suspended By Duncan Mlanjira The Department of Climate Change & Meteorological Services (DCCMS) is alerting people along Lake Malawi and other water bodies — especially fishermen — that from Thursday evening, June, a strong southeasterly air mass…

Organising committee for MBC’s Entertainers of the Year Awards expanded with inclusion of experienced local entertainment industry veterans

June 3, 2025

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Award winning Malawian film producer, Shemu Joyah * Including award-winning film producer Charles Shemu Joyah; renowned entertainment journalists, Nation Publications’ Brian Itai; Times Group Sam Banda Junior * As well as multi-award winning journalist, Peter Kanjere; music promoter Taps Bandawe and celebrated dramatist Charles Mphoka * Ceremony now be hosted in February every year from December with this year’s edition expected to be held on February 28 By Victor Singano Jnr The organising committee for MBC’s Entertainers of the…

Malawians asked to be in ‘harmony with Nature by ending plastic pollution for sustainable development’

June 3, 2025

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* The theme for this year’s joint commemorate of World Environment Day and International Day for Biological Diversity * It reflects Malawi’s urgent call to tackle the growing threats of plastic pollution and biodiversity loss * Following the ban on the use of thin plastics, Malawi Environment Protection Authority (MEPA) is strengthening the regulations and penalties to deter manufacturing companies By Nellie Nyirenda & Lesnat Kenan, MANA Be in ‘Harmony with Nature: end plastic pollution for sustainable development is…

Dissemination of fake news not only misleads the public but also undermines confidence of electoral process—MEC

June 3, 2025

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* As MEC disputes as fake report of chairperson Justice Annabel Mtalimanja resigning ahead of the September 16 * The chairperson remains fully committed to her role and continues to discharge her duties in line with her constitutional mandate By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) is imploring on Malawians not to disseminate fake news on social media of September 13 general elections process saying, this “not only misleads the public but also undermines confidence of electoral process and…

Mpox Resurgence Strains Malawi’s Fragile Health System

June 3, 2025

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Lilongwe faces rising infections amid dwindling donor support and low public awareness Malawi’s health authorities are grappling with a growing outbreak of Mpox after three more cases were confirmed in the capital, bringing the national total to 15 since the virus was first detected in April. According to the Public Health Institute of Malawi, the newly identified patients range in age from 17 to 41. Health officials are investigating how the infections were transmitted and are currently tracing contacts. The…

The public should expect windy, cloudy and chilly conditions with patches of fog and rain drizzle from Thursday, June 5

June 2, 2025

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* Mwera winds will also blow over Lake Malawi and other lake water bodies due to the influence of a cool and moist southeasterly air mass * This weather will start to weaken over southern and central areas by Sunday, June 8 By Duncan Mlanjira The Department of Climate Change & Meteorological Department (DCCMS) indicates that from Thursday, June 5, the public should “expect windy, cloudy and chilly conditions with patches of fog and rain drizzle”. “Mwera winds will…

ACB arrests former Cabinet Minister Jappie Mhango over corruption allegations

June 2, 2025

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* Misused his public office for the advantage of Cuthbert Mhango and 11 others when he arbitrarily authorised the sale of houses * Belonging to the Ministry of Transport & Public Works at under-valued prices of MK2.95 million leading to loss of Government revenue Maravi Express The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) announces that it has arrested former Minister of Transport & Public Works, Jappie Mhango today, June 2 on allegations that in 2016 an 2017, as a Cabinet Minister “misused…

ICAM still maintains that Malawi does not meet the full criteria of a hyperinflationary economy under International Accounting Standard (IAS) 29

June 1, 2025

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* Hyperinflation refers to rapid and unrestrained price increases and inflation in an economy over time, typically at rates exceeding 50% each month * Hyperinflation can occur in circumstances affecting the underlying production economy in conjunction with a central bank printing excessive money By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi Institute of Chartered Accountants (ICAM) still maintains that despite exceeding quantitative inflation thresholds, the overall assessment remains that the country does not meet the full criteria of a hyperinflationary economy under International…