South African Jehovah’s Witnesses finally accept blood transfusion medical treatment

* The prohibition on blood transfusions posed a major challenge to the healthcare system, specifically in emergency and critical care settings * Lifts a substantial burden from the shoulders of healthcare workers, many of whom had to resort to the courts in order to save innocent children from the beliefs of their parents By Duncan Mlanjira South Africa’s Department of Health has profoundly welcomed the Jehovah’s Witnesses’ change of heart over their long-standing position on blood transfusions, calling it…

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CCAP’s Blantyre Mission to commemorate 150th Anniversary with a goal to continue its legacy as institution that helped shape the Malawi we know today

* The Sesquicentennial will be celebrated on October 23-25 under the theme; ‘150 Years of Blantyre Mission: Remembering the Past, Celebrating God’s Faithfulness, Transforming the Future’ * As we celebrate, we must, therefore, avoid looking at history merely with nostalgia. We must ask: What does this 150-year history require of us today? By Duncan Mlanjira The Church of Central Africa Presbyterian (CCAP) Blantyre Mission — commonly known as the Henry Henderson Institute (HHI) — has clocked 150 years of…

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Chilema Tree — Malawi’s ‘Living Wonder of the World’ being elevated as an eminent cultural, environmental and tourism asset

* As Chilema Ecumenical Training & Conference Centre in Malosa, Zomba focuses on commemorating 60 years of existence next year * Located within the estate of Anglican Church in Malosa, the Chilema Tree is one of Malawi’s most unusual which looks like many trees growing together * But it is actually one single grove with its roots and branches spread wide, creating a shape that leaves every visitor in great awe of it By Duncan Mlanjira The Chilema Tree,…

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Tiyende Limodzi Endowment Fund raises over MK302m towards MK10 billion first-year target

*  Designed to create a permanent and sustainable financial foundation for Catholic Church’s pastoral, educational, health, social and community development ministries * Standard Bank Chief Executive Phillip Madinga and acting Managing Director of Centenary Bank Beatrix Mosiwa appointed as the endowment fund’s chairperson and vice-chairperson respectively By Duncan Mlanjira The Tiyende Limodzi Endowment Fund, which the Catholic Church’s Archdiocese of Lilongwe launched on July 25, 2026, has already raised over MK302 million against the MK10 billion first-year target. The…

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Retired Rev. Stanley Chimesya strongly rebukes CCAP’s Blantyre Synod on unilateral dismissals of its church ministers

* Highlights that he is very concerned that the General Administration Committee (GCA) is dismissing CCAP ministers over petty matters bordering on personal differences * “How many ministers are we going to fire if this trend continues?” asks Rev. Chimesya, emphasising that dismissals are not the solution but through divine intervention, matters can be solved to pay the way forward By Duncan Mlanjira Retired Rev. Stanley Chimesya has rebuked the administration style of the Blantyre Synod of the Church…

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South African Council of Churches issues Pastoral Letter condemning that country’s xenophobic attitude

* Under theme: ‘Do Not Turn Away the Stranger’—Leviticus 19:33-34 * Takes a swipe at the South African government that from every grievance the citizens attribute to the attacks on foreign nationals, there is a single thread: the absence of the State By Duncan Mlanjira South African Council of Churches (SACC) has issued a Pastoral Letter condemning “the aggression and attacks against foreign nationals, many of whom are Africans” and appeals to Christian faithful and the whole citizenry “for…

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Chilema Ecumenical Training and Conference Centre in dire need of revival and survival

* COVID-19 pandemic greatly affected the institution and has failed to recover but with decisive leadership, financial discipline and strategic investment, the Centre can transition from crisis to sustainability and renewed growth * As the Board and management designs a rescue plan to stabilise operations, restore financial viability, rehabilitate infrastructure, strengthen governance, and reposition Chilema as a sustainable ecumenical training and conference centre By Duncan Mlanjira The Board and management of Chilema Ecumenical Training & Conference Centre (CETCC) located…

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A call for renewal, reflection and restoration for Malawians during Easter Season

* This Easter, let us rise above the forces that divide us. Let us reject the culture of greed, corruption, and kuthana, and instead choose a path of unity, integrity, and compassion * The resurrection is not just a historical event; it is a living call to transformation. May this season inspire us, not only to celebrate, but to change By Chifipa Mhango, Chief Economist & Executive Director-Don Consultancy Group As we gather to commemorate the sacred season of…

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Muslim Prisons Board coordinates Eid-ul-Fitr for Blantyre Prison inmates

Eid-ul-Fitr is a time of reflection, gratitude, compassion, and renewal values that resonate deeply with our mission of rehabilitation, personal growth and second chances * It reminds us of discipline, faith, and unity in shaping better individuals and stronger communities Maravi Express Muslim inmates at Blantyre Prison gathered yesterday to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, marking the successful completion of 30 days of fasting during the Holy Month of Ramadan, which was organised by National Muslim Prisons Board (NMPB). A report by…

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Telangana State Minister for Information Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy assures government’s commitment to welfare of journalists

Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy addressing an Iftar gathering of journalists in Hyderabad, Republic of India * He assured that challenges related to journalist accreditation would be addressed fairly, with inputs from the community taken into account by the Accreditation Committee, which was recently reshuffled By Dr Ahmed Mohiuddin Siddiqui in Hyderabad, Telangana State, Republic of India The Telangana State Information & Public Relations Minister, Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy on Tuesday reassured the journalists’ community about the government’s commitment to the welfare…

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