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Cabinet reshuffle; Vice-President Michael Usi appointed Minister of State for Public Service Delivery

January 1, 2025

Michael Usi * Replaced by Owen Chomanika as Minister of Natural Resources & Climate Change * Ezekiel Peter Ching’oma replaces Zikhale Ng’oma as Minister of Homeland Security * Zikhale Ng’oma given portfolio of Minister of Mining as Jessie Kabwila is in as Minister of Higher Education * Top Ministry’s of Finance, Energy, Agriculture, Justice, Foreign Affairs maintained By Duncan Mlanjira President Lazarus Chakwera, in exercise of the powers conferred upon him by section 94(1) of the Constitution of the…

‘It is our responsibility to vote out a government that has inflicted suffering upon us’—Dalitso Kabambe

January 1, 2025

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* Together, we have faced immense challenges — the soaring cost of living; persistent fuel shortages * A depreciating currency with devastating implications for pensions and savings * And the relentless grip of inflation, which has tightened around our families and communities By Duncan Mlanjira With eight months to go (257 days) before the September 2025 General Elections, presidential candidate, Dalitso Kabambe — in his New Year’s address — says it is the responsibility of all Malawians to vote…

“The great Mulanje Mountain can be transformed into a significant contributor to Malawi’s economy if implemented with a system similar to that of Kilimanjaro”

December 31, 2024

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* As it stands now, anyone can climb Mulanje Mountain anytime without the government knowing, and any money generated often goes unaccounted for * Having hiked Mount Kilimanjaro, I noticed that Mulanje Mountain offers far more breathtaking views than Kilimanjaro * Yet, Mount Kilimanjaro attracts between 30,000 and 50,000 hikers each year and generates approximately US$50 million, contributing significantly to Tanzania’s economy through tourism By Duncan Mlanjira Long before the Malawi tourism authorities launched the campaign dubbed ‘Tiziyamba ndife…

“Michael Usi first Vice-President to utilise State Residence property to advance his political agenda which is contrary to principles of good governance”

December 31, 2024

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* Observes Don Consultancy Group (DCG) Chief Economist, Chifipa Mhango in an open letter to Usi * Hours before UTM Party expelled Usi for alleged “violation of the UTM constitution through conduct that has undermined the unity and integrity of the Party” By Duncan Mlanjira Reasons given by UTM to expel its former interim leader, Michael Usi include provoking divisions within the Party and mobilising UTM supporters to attend government functions while wearing UTM regalia and displaying Party symbols….

Michael Usi failing to replicate good governance that he strongly advocated for in the past through his ‘Manganya’ role

December 30, 2024

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* Your ‘Manganya’ role was/is very educative and influential to the nation of Malawi, and the role played by ‘Mai aSikono’ was very exemplary in an advisory approach * It is that which may be missing in your Vice-President role in guiding you on issues of good governance * As the former comedy actor is strongly advised against dramatisation of the office of the Vice-President * In an open letter by Don Consultancy Group (DCG) Chief Economist, Chifipa Mhango…

Malawi Institute of Architects’ raises red flags that newly-appointed Director of Buildings “does not meet requisite qualifications for this critical role”

December 30, 2024

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* The Ministry of Transport & Public Works has broken the professional relationship between the Institute and the Board of Architects & Quantity Surveyors * By appointing a person who is neither a registered architect nor a registered quantity surveyor * This connection is essential for maintaining the integrity and standards of the buildings subsector and the construction industry at large By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi Institute of Architects has established that newly-appointed Director of Buildings for the Ministry of…

Heavy rainfall expected from tomorrow December 30 till January 5 that could lead to flash floods

December 29, 2024

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Maximum temperature anomalies for the past week * Additionally, strong winds are anticipated occasionally on Lake Malawi and other water bodies throughout this period * Lake users are requested to be extra careful when using the lakes as lake conditions might be rough at times due to strong winds By Duncan Mlanjira The Department of Climate Change & Meteorological Services is alerting the public that starting tomorrow, December 30 through to January 5, most areas are likely to be…

Dalitso Kabambe voices his views on plane crash investigation report after Archbishop Msusa’s sermon attracted some attention from seemingly bogus faith leaders

December 28, 2024

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* The response from Archbishop Msusa, alongside the broader public sentiment, highlights an essential aspect of democratic society — the right to hold authorities accountable * Is it not the hallmark of a functional democracy that citizens exercise their freedom of expression, interrogate reports, and demand explanations? * The anger directed at the Archbishop following his critique of the commission’s findings underscores a significant disconnect between the administration’s narrative and public perception By Duncan Mlanjira Following Archbishop Thomas Msusa’s…

Supplementary voter registration anticipated between January 10-February 3, 2025 also in three phases

December 28, 2024

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The press briefing yesterday in Lilongwe * Phase III Councils January 10-14; Phase II Councils: January 20-24 and Phase I Councils January 30 to February 3 * Supplementary civil registration to be conducted for a period of 7 days in some Councils from tomorrow, December 29 to January 4 * This is not an extension of the voter registration exercise but supplementary to give effect to the order of the Court * By giving opportunity to persons that failed…

Speaker of Parliament is a busy office and should be spared of trivialities as done by SFFRFM CEO Richard Chikunkhuzeni—MP Sameer Suleman

December 28, 2024

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* After Chikunkhuzeni complains of Suleman’s surprise visit to SFFRFM warehouse on fact-finding mission on non-availability of AIP fertilizer * Chikunkhuzeni reportedly was irked that the MP was accompanied by the media where they found warehouse manager conspicuously absent * The visit paid dividends as immediately, the Treasury moved in different designated banks proceeded to release LCs to various suppliers * Instead of complaining, I expected the CEO to applaud me for making his work easier By Duncan Mlanjira Member of…