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Inflation Rate in Malawi Rises to 34.3% in September from 33.9% in August

By Burnett Munthali Malawi’s inflation rate has surged to 34.3% in September, up from 33.9% in August 2024, according to a report released by the National Statistics Office (NSO). This rise in inflation is attributed to the continuous increase in food prices, with the food inflation rate climbing to 43.5% in September from 42% in […]

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2025 AFCON qualifier: CAF issues fresh directive on Libya vs Nigeria game

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has issued a fresh directive on the Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match between Libya and Nigeria. Recall that the Super Eagles players and officials were left stranded in Libya. Meanwhile, CAF on Tuesday announced that the match will not take place as scheduled. According to CAF, “The TotalEnergies […]

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MEC Assures Stakeholders of Fair Elections Amid Opposition Concerns

By Burnett Munthali The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has assured all stakeholders of its commitment to conducting a free, fair, and credible election that meets the expectations of every concerned party. This assurance comes in response to growing concerns raised by opposition parties regarding the fairness and transparency of the upcoming elections. During a press […]

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Revealing the Master of Crop Diversification in Chithyola Banda

Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs Simplex Chithyola Banda must be one of the best crop diversifiers in the country. If one sober Malawian keenly follows his Namuleri Farm posts, a clear point is that he produces a variety of crops – both agronomical and horticultural. Malawians know and understand his beautiful thinking on the […]

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Phalombe Residents Reject Renaming of District Hospital After John Chilembwe

By Twink Jones Gadama A controversy has erupted in Phalombe over the renaming of the district hospital after Malawian independence hero John Chilembwe. President Lazarus Chakwera unveiled the renamed John Chilembwe Hospital during the annual John Chilembwe Day celebrations, but locals insist the facility remains Phalombe District Hospital. The renaming decision has sparked debate, with […]

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Local Tailor George Isaac Donates Uniforms to Needy Students at Chitedze Primary School

By Twink Jones Gadama In a heartwarming display of community spirit, George Isaac, a renowned tailor from Limbuli in Mulanje district, has donated uniforms to underprivileged students at Chitedze Primary School. Isaac, who owns a popular tailoring shop in town, was moved to action after witnessing numerous students attending school in tattered clothing. Isaac revealed […]

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Her Excellency Murmu Jets In through Kamuzu International Airport

Her Excellency Smt Droupadi Murmu has arrived in Malawi through Kamuzu International Airport (KIA) in Lilongwe for a three-day official visit upon the invitation of the Malawi leader, President Dr Lazarus Chakwera that aims at strengthening international relations with the Republic of Malawi while celebrating 60 years of diplomatic relations with Malawi. The plane carrying […]

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Who supplies Israel with weapons?

AFP/Getty Images Palestinian children carry an empty US ammunition container in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip on May 16, 2024.CNN —  The United States has warned Israel it may stop supplying the country with weapons unless the humanitarian situation in Gaza improves. This is not the first time Israel’s major ally has threatened to turn off […]