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When does Trump become U.S. president again?

By Burnett Munthali The prospect of Donald Trump returning to the White House has captivated the political landscape following his decisive victory in the latest U.S. presidential race. With his opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris, conceding defeat and calling for a peaceful transfer of power, Trump’s path back to the presidency is becoming clearer, yet […]

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Patrick Mabedi Engages Legal Team Over Dispute with Football Association of Malawi

By Burnett Munthali Patrick Mabedi, the immediate past head coach of Malawi’s national football team, the Flames, has enlisted the services of Kanyenda, Makiyi & Associates to handle legal matters related to his employment relationship with the Football Association of Malawi (FAM). This development comes just a week after Mabedi was dismissed as coach, following […]

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CAVB President Bouchra Hajij Lands in Malawi

By Draxon Maloya The Confederation for African Volleyball (CAVB) president, Bouchra Hajij, has arrived in Malawi today, Thursday, November 7, 2024. Read moreMalawi Freedom Network advice President Banda to fight corruptionHer visit is highly anticipated, especially among the volleyball community, as it’s expected to boost the sport’s growth and development in the country. According to […]

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Nyambadwe United face Ndirande Stars in Thumbs Up league

It will be an all Ndirande affair when Nyambadwe United Football Club (FC) will lock horns with Ndirande Stars on Friday, November 8 at Kamuzu Stadium in a Southern Region Thumbs Up Premier Division League, Top 8 match. Nyambadwe United reached this stage after finishing on position 2 in Group B while Ndirande Stars FC […]

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Analysis: A Battle for Electoral Integrity in Malawi

By Burnett Munthali In a charged political atmosphere leading up to the 2025 general elections, opposition parties in Malawi have made a bold move by delivering a firm letter to Justice Anabel Mtalimanja, Chairperson of the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC). The letter outlines a series of demands aimed at addressing perceived irregularities in the electoral […]

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Hamas reacts to Trump victory, says he must ‘work seriously to stop the war’ in Gaza

Trump has asked Netanyahu to end the conflict by inauguration, report says The Palestinian terrorist group Hamas said Wednesday that the incoming administration of presidential election winner Donald Trump must “work seriously to stop the war” in the Gaza Strip.  The declaration comes after a report emerged claiming Trump asked Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to wrap up the conflict […]

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2026 Kia Sportage Facelift Makes the Compact SUV Look More Normal

Kia Distinctive styling is one way to stand out in a segment as crowded as compact SUVs. While the current Kia Sportage definitely has a design that attracts attention, polarizing rarely means popular. Regardless of how you think the Sportage looks, Kia will replace its face with something that’s more normal. The mid-cycle refresh that’s […]

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UNHCR donates to Dowa Police

On Friday, November 01, the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) donated a Toyota Hilux to the Dzaleka Police Unit to bolster security at Dzaleka refugee camp. During the handover ceremony, UNHCR’s country representative, Modeste Kouame, urged Dowa police officers to execute their duties with diligence and dedication. Read moreMalawi Freedom Network advice President […]

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A picture worth 2.7 billion words: The heart of Malawi’s misplaced priorities

By Burnett Munthali The year is 2024, and Malawi’s heart beats on, albeit irregularly, in the corridors of Kamuzu Central Hospital, where this striking picture was taken. In it, we see more than just walls and beds; we see the state of our nation’s health care—bare, underfunded, and strained. Inspired by this picture, a group […]