Malawi sounds life-or-death alarm as sickle-cell claims young children

Malawi has issued an urgent call for sustained funding to prevent children with sickle cell disease from dying before their fifth birthday, as health advocates warn that a lack of early diagnosis and consistent care is costing young lives. The Non-Communicable Diseases Alliance Malawi (NCDAMW) said that without newborn screening and reliable access to treatment, […]

Mwanamvekha on the ropes as Malawi’s economy teeters

Minister of Finance, Economic Planning and Decentralisation Joseph Mwanamvekha faces a stern test of his leadership as he navigates the serious economic challenges confronting Malawi. Mwanamvekha, a senior cabinet minister and prominent figure within the governing Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), is often touted as a potential future presidential candidate. But his credentials and leadership acumen […]

Malawi braces for El Niño as officials urge coordinated action

Government disaster agency calls on partners to commit to concrete preparedness measures ahead of expected dry conditions. Malawi’s Department of Disaster Management Affairs (DoDMA) has called on stakeholders to identify practical steps to protect vulnerable communities as the country prepares for the likely return of El Niño weather conditions. Speaking at a stakeholder engagement meeting […]

UTM youth activist Khamula attacked and left unconscious in Lilongwe

A prominent youth member of the UTM party, Mervin Khamula, was on Monday attacked in Lilongwe’s Area 3 by men believed to be linked to the ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP), in an assault that has renewed concerns over the safety of political activists in the country. Khamula was on his way to work at […]