Day: July 2, 2026
SPC Colleen Zamba highlights need for HR regulatory laws to boost Malawi’s productivity
By Burnett Munthali Secretary to the President and Cabinet (SPC) Colleen Zamba emphasized the necessity of establishing laws to regulate human resource practices in Malawi to improve the nation’s efficiency and productivity. Zamba shared her insights this afternoon in Mangochi, where she inaugurated this year’s Institute of People Management in Malawi (IPMM) Annual General Conference. […]
Friends of Atupele Muluzi urges UDF leader to pursue lead role in any election alliance
A group named Friends of Atupele Muluzi has called on United Democratic Front (UDF) President Atupele Muluzi not to accept a secondary position in any alliance the party may join ahead of the 2025 elections. Speaking at a press briefing in Lilongwe on Friday, the group’s Secretary General, Stain Chidothe, emphasized that they would only […]
Former President Joyce Banda calls for fair and transparent elections in Malawi
By Burnett Munthali Former President of Malawi, Joyce Banda, has called for all procedures surrounding next year’s elections to be conducted transparently and without controversy. Banda, who leads the People’s Party (PP), emphasized that preventing eligible voters from casting their ballots could spark unrest within the country. Read moreMalawi Freedom Network advice President Banda to […]
Call to End Intimidation and Unlawful Detentions–Jumbe
Comrade jumbe writes The Time for Change Has Come: A Call to End Intimidation and Unlawful Detentions. Read moreMalawi Freedom Network advice President Banda to fight corruptionThe winds of change are blowing fiercely, yet the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) clings to the old ways like a dying tree holding onto its withered leaves. This is […]
Residents of Machinga Begin Protests Over Delays in Registration Process
By Burnett Munthali Residents of the eastern district of Machinga have initiated protests at the local constituency office, demanding that officials expedite the voter registration process. The protests are fueled by frustrations regarding the delayed issuance of voter registration certificates, which have hindered many from participating in the upcoming elections. Read moreMalawi Freedom Network advice […]
UTM Party’s NGC Meeting Cancelled Amidst Secretary General’s Arrest
By Burnett Munthali The UTM party’s National Governing Council (NGC) meeting, initially scheduled for today, has been abruptly cancelled following the arrest of the party’s Secretary General, Hon. Patricia Kaliati, on charges of conspiracy to commit a felony. Kaliati’s detention has sparked waves of concern among UTM members and supporters, given her influential role in […]
Imperial Motors Launches Three New Models, Including the Electric GWM ORA
Imperial Motors has introduced three new vehicles to the Malawian market, among them the fully electric GWM ORA, marking a significant move towards sustainable transportation. The launch, held at the company’s Blantyre offices, also unveiled the GWM Tank 300 and the HAVAL GT, expanding Imperial Motors’ diverse offerings to meet growing customer demand. Related Imperial […]
High Court Denies Injunction to Halt MEC’s Use of Election Law Sections
By Burnett Munthali The High Court in Blantyre has denied an injunction application that sought to prevent the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) from using specific sections of the Presidential, Parliamentary, and Local Government Act of 2023. This ruling marks a significant moment in Malawi’s electoral process, as it affirms the current legal framework guiding the […]
Silence of women’s rights lobby groups raises questions amid rights abuses
By Burnett Munthali The recent arrest and reported rights violations against a prominent Malawian woman have sparked public concern, but notable by its absence has been a strong response from women’s rights lobby groups. These organizations, which typically advocate for gender justice and speak against discrimination and abuse, have remained remarkably quiet on the matter, […]
Malawi Human Rights Commission Condemns Police Arrest Practices
By Burnett Munthali On Friday 25 October 2024, the Malawi Human Rights Commission (MHRC) delivered a pointed criticism of what it described as unconstitutional and unlawful practices by the Malawi Police Service (MPS) in handling arrests. The MHRC expressed deep concern over the trend of detaining suspects without gathering adequate evidence and criticized the unlawful […]