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Mutharika not invited to independence day, says he cannot feast while Malawians suffer
Malawi 24
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July 3, 2025
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) President Peter Mutharika says he was not invited to this year’s 6th July Independence Day celebrations, and insists he would not have attended even if invited, arguing he cannot “feast with MCP” while Malawians...
Tanzania men’s team off to Malawi for cricket challenge
Daily News Tanzania
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July 3, 2025
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA’s Men’s National Cricket Team is ready to light up the pitch at the Malawi Quad Nations T20 Cup 2025 tournament, set to take place at the iconic TCA Oval in Lilongwe from July 5 to 12. Tanzania Cricket Association (TCA)...
Pedals of change: Cyclists ride 540km to spark hope in Malawi
The Nation Malawi
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July 3, 2025
A group of cyclists from four countries pedaled more than 540 kilometres through the districts of Zomba, Machinga, and Mangochi where they planted seeds of change in communities they passed through. This was Ride to Transform (R2T) 2025, a...
5,000 Malawians deported from South Africa
The Times Group Malawi
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July 3, 2025
By Isaac Salima: A total of 4,912 Malawians have been deported for staying illegally in South Africa between January and June this year, The Daily Times has learned. Department of Immigration and Citizenship Services statistics indicate that from...
VP Usi’s Candid Call in Spain: Rethinking Global Financing for Malawi’s Future
Nyasa Times
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July 3, 2025
Vice President Michael Biswick Usi has finalized high-impact diplomatic and policy engagement at the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) in Seville, Spain. Leading a high-level delegation on behalf of President Lazarus...
Malawi’s arbiter leaves mark in UK events
The Times Group Malawi
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June 29, 2025
ON THE BIG STAGE—MkumbwaMalawi’s international arbiter Gilton Mkumbwa made a mark at the 2025 Fide World Rapid and Blitz Team Championships in London, United Kingdom where he was one of the two African arbiters out of 20 officials. Mphatso...
Malawians are to blame for their poor choices: A case of Chakwera’s poor leadership
Malawi 24
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June 29, 2025
One renowned scientist, Isaac Newton, discovered that our planet earth is governed by natural laws. A human being is obligated to follow such laws regardless of one’s social status. For instance, Isaac Newton discovered that for every force, there...
Bungwe la Red Cross Malawi lapeleka Maphunziro apadera kwa atolankhani mu mzinda wa Blantyre
Nyasa Times
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July 3, 2025
Bungwe la Red Cross Malawi lomwe limaona ndi kuyendetsa za chitetezo ,ufulu ndi thandizo la anthu launikira atolankha pa zomwe anthu amayenera kutsata mu nthawi ya zipwilikiti za nkhondo kuti iwo pamodzi ndi anthuwa molingana ndi lamulo la m’maiko...
History Made: Chakwera Commissions Malawi’s First National Cancer Centre in Lilongwe
Nyasa Times
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July 3, 2025
Malawi has taken a historic step in the fight against cancer. On Monday morning, President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera officially commissioned the country’s first-ever National Cancer Centre, a modern, state-of-the-art facility built in the...
Malawi Airtel calls for collaboration in urgent action on fiber cuts
The Maravi Post
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June 27, 2025
LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The country’s leading mobile telecommunications network Airtel Malawi Plc today addressed the growing challenge of fiber infrastructure vandalism, which continues to disrupt essential communication services across the...
Chakwera inaugurates Malawi’s first National Cancer Centre
The Maravi Post
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July 2, 2025
LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-President Lazarus Chakwera on Wednesday, June 2, 2025 inaugurated the first and new state of the art National Cancer Centre at Kamuzu Central Hospital (KCH) in the capital Lilongwe. The facility which has been co-funded by...
‘FCB revolutionized banking industry in Malawi’ – Anadkat
Nyasa Times
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July 3, 2025
First Capital Bank (FCB) Chairman and Founder, Hitesh Anadkat has blown his own trumpet describing the Bank as the champion of banking revolution in the country. Anadkat (2nd right) giving a gift to Mafuta Mwale (middle) flanked by the Anadkats...
RBM Applauded for Championing Women-Led Businesses in Malawi
Nyasa Times
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July 3, 2025
The Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) is winning praise for leading the charge in supporting women-led Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), with a growing list of initiatives designed to boost access to credit and financial literacy. Audrey...
Plan International Malawi Boosts Girls’ Education with New Hostel in Nkhata-Bay
Nyasa Times
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July 3, 2025
Plan International Malawi is stepping up efforts to keep the girl child in school, urging communities to prioritise girls’ education despite the many challenges they face. In a bold stride towards this goal, the organisation on Wednesday handed...
What challenges do youths encounter in navigating Malawi’s political landscape?
Malawi 24
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July 3, 2025
Although there is a significant turnout of young Malawians registering for the 2025 general elections, it is concerning that only a minority of them are seeking roles such as councillors, Members of Parliament, and presidential candidates. This...
Malawi’s reputation tarnished as governance expert condemns Lilongwe violence
Malawi 24
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June 28, 2025
Malawi’s reputation has been tarnished following violent attacks on peaceful protesters in Lilongwe on Thursday, prompting strong condemnation from governance experts and the international community. Good governance expert George Chaima has...
Malawians Slam ESCOM as Impersonator Steps Up to Fix Long-Ignored Fault
Face of Malawi
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June 27, 2025
Published on June 27, 2025 at 11:10 AM by Evance Kapito 247 words • approx. 2 min read Malawians have taken to social media to express growing frustration over the poor service delivery by the Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM),...
Malawi Law Society Calls on Chakwera to Fire Security Minister and IG Over Lilongwe Protest Violence
Face of Malawi
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June 27, 2025
305 words • approx. 2 min read The Malawi Law Society (MLS) has called on President Lazarus Chakwera to immediately dismiss Homeland Security Minister Ezekiel Ching’oma and Inspector General of Police Merlyne Yolamu following violent incidents...
Airtel Malawi unveils Africa’s first mobile spam alert system to combat digital fraud
Malawi 24
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July 2, 2025
Airtel Malawi has taken a pioneering step in the fight against digital fraud with the launch of Africa’s first mobile spam alert service. Unveiled on Wednesday in Lilongwe, the service aims to protect users from the growing threat of scam messages...
PayChangu, Ulinzinga.com Join Forces to Deliver Malawi’s Fastest and Smartest Ticketing Platform
Nyasa Times
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July 2, 2025
In a major boost to Malawi’s entertainment and events industry, fintech giant, PayChangu, has partnered with Ulinzinga.com, one of its early products, to launch the country’s most efficient, modern, and accessible ticketing platform to date. The...