20-year-old student nurse authors a book that attempts to change the misconceptions of nursing in Malawi

The book auspiciously launched on Saturday * She has a passion for God and spreading the Gospel through writing and teaching God’s word By Duncan Mlanjira Thandizo Auspicious Mlenga, a 20-year-old 3rd year nursing student at Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) — formerly know as Kamuzu College of Nursing — has authored a book that attempts to reveal the true identity of the profession. The book — ‘As I Care; Re-discovering the Place of God in Nursing’ —…

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Government signs MoU with MUST as commitment in developing technologies for industrialization

Minister Katsonga and MUST Vice-Chancellor Malata signing the MoU  By Victor Singano Jnr. Minister of Trade and Industry, Mark Katsonga Phiri says Malawi Government through his ministry is committed in working together with local institutions of higher learning for them not work in isolation in advancing science, technology and innovation. The Minister said this at Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) on Friday during the signing ceremony of Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the University and  Ministry of…

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The State was extremely sloppy in the case of Ntcheu man who viciously assaulted a minor—lawyer Khumbo Bonzoe Soko

The ghastly scene that appalled the public * The State never conducted proper investigations and committed amateurish mistakes * One is tempted to believe that they took it for granted that they had it in the bag—Soko * This boy has been let down yet again by adults that just couldn’t stand up for him—Pulimuheya * A whole village watched his torture like a movie and not a single one of them stood up to the bully * The…

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Catholic Bishops call for “a workable system of justice for all” in the wake of rampant corruption

The Judiciary  * 1992 Pastoral Letter drew attention to one important arm of Government — the Judiciary which is responsible for the administration of justice * They bemoaned how justice seemed to be aborted by administering selectively to the advantaged and powerful in society * There are unfortunately some whose actions, decisions and judgements threaten to tarnish the image of the judicial system * The Judiciary must always remember that it has a key role to play in the…

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Catholic Bishops’ Pastoral Letter proposes Parliament to enact a constitutional framework for coalition governments

Chakwera of MCP and Chilima of UTM campaigning as Tonse Alliance * The country is engulfed in endless political bickering, especially among the political groups that comprise the Tonse Alliance * There is urgent need for the alliance partners to draw up joint programmes of action for the remainder of the government term * There is need to create a management framework for the Alliance to bring cohesion and direction in the political space By Duncan Mlanjira In their…

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Catholic Bishops join calls to have OPC removed in parastatals as ex-officio board member

Secretary to the President & Cabinet (SPC) Zanga-Zanga Chikhosi * Parastatals must operate with total independence and be accountable to Malawians * Continued pressure and interference by the OPC in the operations of parastatals is a clear demonstration of impunity * The politics of appeasement and patronage have continued, pretty much like in previous regimes * This is particularly true in the appointments of Chief Executive Officers to various parastatals By Duncan Mlanjira Catholic Bishops of the Episcopal Conference…

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Catholic Bishops dissect the 1992 Pastoral Letter authored 30 years ago entitled ‘Living Our Faith’

The current leadership of the Catholic Church * The 1992 Pastoral Letter encouraged democracy, the rule of law, participatory government, transparency, accountability and the fight against corruption * The Church as part of its mission is called to comment on and participate in matters that affect human beings * Are we any different and any better today as regards this caution? No. We are not. We are even worse * What is claimed to be a developmental agenda in…

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Humanitarian partners seek $29.4m to assist Malawians hardest hit by Tropical Storm Ana

Status of a village in Chikwawa after the floods * To provide vital assistance in the next three months to 542,000 people * Affected areas include Chikwawa, Nsanje, Phalombe, Mulanje, Chiradzulu and Balaka * Where an estimated 680,000 people are in need of life-saving and life-sustaining humanitarian assistance and protection By Duncan Mlanjira In support of Malawi Government and its local charitable and corporate organisations’ response to Tropical Storm Ana, the country’s humanitarian partners have launched a ‘flash appeal’…

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FDH Bank challenges Chiradzulu Secondary School students for awards upon attainment of single digit MSCE exam points

FDH Bank also donated 80 mattresses for the school’s hostels * 15 needy but performance outstanding students offered scholarships * Part of FDH Bank’s school career guide mentorship launched last year By Duncan Mlanjira In the enhancement of its school career guide mentorship initiative rolled out last year, FDH Bank reached out to Chiradzulu Secondary School where it donated 80 mattresses worth K2 million for the school’s hostels and also pledged to award students if they attain single digit…

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Airtel Malawi unveils new internet bundles PaNet MoFaya

The packages on offer for PaNet MoFaya * Available in seven options of daily, weekly, and monthly packages * Ranging from 2GB valid for 24 hours to 215GB valid for 30 days * The speeds for ‘PaNet MoFaya’ bundles are uncapped ensuring customers enjoy the best internet experience * Based on the technology of their choice whether 2G, 3G or 4G By Duncan Mlanjira Airtel Malawi Plc has unveiled new internet bundles that will see Airtel prepaid customers enjoy data…

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