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LUANAR tops university rankings in Malawi

By Burnett Munthali The Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) has been recognized as the best university in Malawi, according to the latest rankings by Times Higher Education (THE), a prestigious British magazine. LUANAR not only leads the national rankings but also places 15th out of 129 universities from 22 countries in the […]

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Joyce Banda’s Rally in Makanjira disrupted by heavy rains and poor roads

By Burnett Munthali Former President Joyce Banda, leader of the People’s Party (PP), faced a significant setback today as heavy rains and deteriorated roads forced her to cancel a political rally at Makanjira in Mangochi. The region, already struggling with infrastructure damage caused by previous floods, proved impassable for Banda and her team. Read moreMalawi […]

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Low turnout at Nathenje forces President Chakwera to skip address

By Burnett Munthali President Lazarus Chakwera’s whistle-stop tour faced a setback at Nathenje Trading Centre, where a noticeably low turnout of residents greeted the presidential convoy. Read moreMalawi Freedom Network advice President Banda to fight corruptionEyewitnesses reported that upon arrival at Nathenje, the crowd comprised mostly children, with very few adults present. The sparse gathering […]

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Malawi faces severe hunger crisis, threatening UN’s 2030 Goal

By Burnett Munthali Research has revealed that Malawi is grappling with a severe hunger crisis, raising doubts about the country’s ability to meet the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) of ending hunger by 2030. Read moreMalawi Government Faulted Over Arrests of Coup SuspectsAccording to the latest Global Hunger Index (GHI) report, released this morning […]

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MUST advocates for integrated approach to address emerging health issues under one health concept

By Burnett Munthali The Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) has emphasized the importance of an integrated approach to tackling emerging health issues through the “One Health” concept. This call was made by Professor Alfred Maluwa, Director of Research and Outreach at MUST, during the First Postgraduate Symposium and International One Health Research Disseminating […]

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Mutharika urges Mwanza residents to register for 2025 Elections

By Burnett Munthali His Excellency President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has called on the constituents of Mwanza West and Mwanza Central to register to vote at Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) centers starting tomorrow, 28th November 2024, through 17th November 2024. Read moreBiography Of Zuneth SattarSpeaking to a crowd at Thambani Community this afternoon, Mutharika underscored […]

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Ministry of Health to strengthen drug supply chain in public hospitals

Minister of Health, Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda, has assured Malawians that her ministry will strengthen the supply chain of medicines to ensure the availability of drugs at both district and rural health facilities. Chiponda made the sentiments in Parliament on Tuesday in response to queries raised by Member of Parliament for Machinga East Constituency, Esther Jolobala. […]

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Chakwera’s make or break national address

Generally, the mood is sombre. Many are boiling inside. There is an undisputed visible desperation and hopelessness. People are frustrated. They think the leadership is in deep slumber. All this courtesy of the cruel kwacha’s devaluation. Others say it’s a necessary evil on the country’s path to economic recovery. Read moreMalawi Freedom Network advice President […]

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Silver’s appeal on Panthers players dismissed

FAM disciplinary committee has thrown out Silver Strikers appeal against competitions subcommittee ruling on the club’s protest over Panthers’ fielding of ineligible players Taniel Mhango and Aggrey Msowoya. A verdict signed by the committee’s chairperson Felix Mipande reads in part: “It is this committee’s finding that there is no procedure and therefore, no possibility for […]