Malawi’s Vice President Dr Jane Ansah has publicly thanked President Peter Mutharika for choosing her as his running mate in the 2025 elections, showering him with praise as she reflected on becoming the country’s second-in-command. Speaking during a charitable visit, the Vice President — who also serves as a Bishop at her church — expressed […]
A new international study, published this month in the journal Neurology, has found that strokes among young adults have nearly doubled globally over the past three decades, driven largely by ischemic strokes caused by blocked blood flow to the brain. The research was carried out in the United States. But Malawian health experts are warning, […]
Malawi’s fourth president, Dr Joyce Banda, received two international awards on the sidelines of the 81st UN General Assembly in New York, in recognition of her work on women’s leadership and access to higher education. The awards were presented at separate ceremonies on Wednesday, 24 September, held at 777 United Nations Plaza and the 959 […]
Malawi’s booming skincare industry is facing mounting calls for tighter safety standards, as beauty brands and pharmacists warn that consumers, particularly those with sensitive skin, could be putting themselves at risk without proper quality checks and professional guidance. As the market for lotions, creams and organic treatments continues to explode across the country, industry insiders […]
Malawi’s electoral body has moved swiftly to fill a leadership void, appointing Andrew Kamkwalala as Acting Chief Elections Officer, just weeks after his predecessor Andrew Mpesi dramatically resigned from the top post. The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) confirmed the appointment in a statement signed by Chairperson Justice Annabel Mtalimanja, following Mpesi’s resignation from the position […]
Malawi’s pesticide regulator has taken the dramatic step of suspending import licences for a highly toxic chemical widely used to protect maize and kill rats, following alarming reports of misuse that have put lives at risk across the country. The Pesticides Control Board (PCB) confirmed it had suspended licences for the importation of aluminium phosphide, […]
Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) has awarded Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) licences to seven new operators, as part of efforts to facilitate legitimate trade and strengthen compliance with customs requirements. Speaking during an AEO Stakeholder Meeting in Blantyre, MRA Commissioner General Felix Tambulasi said the programme represents an important partnership between the Authority and the business […]
Malawi’s Flames opened their TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over South Sudan on Friday night — but the celebrations were tempered by a strikingly poor turnout at the magnificent Bingu National Stadium, with vast sections of the 40,000-capacity venue left conspicuously empty. The clash, played under the floodlights […]
Malawi began their TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign with a 2-1 win over South Sudan at Bingu National Stadium on Friday night. Babatunde Adepoju gave the Flames an early lead in the 19th minute, but South Sudan levelled almost immediately after the restart, capitalising on a mix-up in the Malawi defence to equalise […]
Malawi’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Dr George Chaponda, was not in fact present in the UN General Assembly hall during Benjamin Netanyahu’s controversial address, his office has revealed — directly contradicting earlier reports and viral social media claims suggesting he had remained seated while dozens of delegations staged a dramatic walkout. According […]
A close friend of Ephraim Duma—the witness who stunned the Chikangawa plane-crash inquiry by claiming he saw former Vice-President Saulos Chilima calling for help from the doomed aircraft—has revealed that he encouraged Duma to step forward.
Malawi’s Queens beaten by South Africa in Africa Netball Cup semi-final Malawi’s Queens have missed out on a place in the Africa Netball Cup final after a 62-46 defeat to South Africa in their semi-final in Nairobi. The Queens started well, matching South Africa throughout the first quarter as the sides finished level at 14-14. […]
There is a particular kind of energy that builds around a church anniversary when the milestone is not simply looking backwards but breaking ground on something new. That was the atmosphere at Mbinzi Secondary School Hall in Area 3, Lilongwe, where Life International Church (LIC), founded by Prophet Amos Kambale, marked a decade of ministry […]
The Taekwondo Association of Malawi (TAM) has organised awareness games to take place on Saturday, 26 September, at Chichiri Shopping Mall car park from 9am to 12:30pm. Held under the theme “Taekwondo: More than a Combat Sport – Building Discipline, Respect and Character”, the event will showcase different dimensions of Taekwondo, including demonstrations, fighting, youth […]
Malawi’s delegation to the United Nations General Assembly, led by Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Dr George Chaponda, stayed in the chamber for the duration of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address, even as delegations from a number of other countries walked out in protest. Netanyahu faced a starkly divided hall as he […]
Beloved gospel star Wycliffe Chimwendo is gearing up for a triumphant comeback after time away from the spotlight, with the Blantyre-based singer set to mark an incredible 30 years in music with a lavish celebration later this year. The hitmaker behind smash tracks “Total Lie” and “Afafaniza” revealed he is “reeling to go” and preparing […]
Malawi’s government has ruled out devaluing the national currency, the Kwacha, even as a new World Bank report shows the country still grappling with serious economic headwinds despite some progress on public finances. Finance minister Joseph Mwanamvekha conceded that more needs to be done to deliver positive economic outcomes, but was unequivocal that currency devaluation […]
The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) is facing mounting internal pressure over a contested relocation to Blantyre, alongside a string of other grievances that its own staff union says risk undermining confidence in the body just as it prepares for crucial by-elections and the 2030 general election. At issue is President Peter Mutharika’s October 2025 executive […]