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Blantyre Synod calls for a national day of fasting and prayer for rain

By Burnett Munthali The Blantyre Synod of the Church of Central Africa Presbyterian (CCAP) has called on its members to engage in a special day of fasting and prayer, seeking divine intervention for rainfall amidst the prolonged dry spell affecting many parts of Malawi. Read moreMalawi Freedom Network advice President Banda to fight corruptionIn a […]

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Peter Mgangira appointed acting Head Coach of Silver Strikers FC

By Burnett Munthali Silver Strikers FC has officially announced the appointment of club legend Peter Mgangira as the Acting Head Coach following the departure of Sir Peter Mponda. Mponda, who had been at the helm of the team for 11 months, stepped down due to personal reasons, and Mgangira, previously the assistant coach, has now […]

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Speaker of National Assembly questions DPP MP Sameer Suleman’s visit to SFFRFM

By Burnett Munthali The Speaker of the National Assembly has sent a formal letter to Sameer Suleman, a Member of Parliament from the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), requesting an explanation as to why he visited the State Produce and Fertilizer Reserve Fund Management (SFFRFM) without notifying her office or seeking permission. The Speaker’s inquiry, which […]

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Political parties urged to focus on issue-based campaigns ahead of 2025 General Elections

By Burnett Munthali With the 2025 General Elections fast approaching, political parties in Malawi have been challenged to focus on issue-based campaigns rather than resorting to violence or populist rhetoric. This call was made by United Democratic Front (UDF) Secretary General, Genarino Lemani, during his address at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the Blantyre […]

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Underage employment in the military: A threat to Malawi’s future

By Burnett Munthali Malawi is at a crucial juncture where the development of its youth should be the focal point of national progress. However, recent trends in underage employment, particularly in the military, signal a deeper issue that needs urgent attention. Just as the country has grappled with underage voter registration in the past, we […]

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Burkina Faso: Towards self-sufficiency and export to neighboring countries

By Burnett Munthali Burkina Faso has made significant strides in advancing agricultural self-sufficiency and expanding its export markets to neighboring countries. The West African nation, traditionally reliant on imports to meet its food demands, has seen a transformation in its agricultural landscape, paving the way for increased local production, food security, and economic growth. This […]

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Shadow MP Mohamed Amer donates maize to matiya community

Zomba, Malawi – Aspiring Member of Parliament Mohamed Amer, who is vying for the seat in the upcoming elections, visited Matiya area in Zomba yesterday, where he donated over 300 bags of maize, each weighing approximately 25kg. The donation came after a meeting with Traditional Authorities (T/As) and local groups, where they discussed the community’s […]

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MEC to undertake supplementary voter registration for phase 1 voters

By Burnett Munthali The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has announced it will conduct supplementary voter registration for Phase 1 voters, following a court ruling addressing irregularities in the initial registration process. Read moreZuneth Sattar’s investigation: Why is ACB only exposing suppliers while hiding officers who awards contracts?The court determined that the National Registration Bureau (NRB) […]

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DPP Women Show Solidarity with Bishop Thomas Msusa Amidst MCP Intimidation Tactics

By Twink Jones Gadama In a show of unwavering support and solidarity, courageous women from the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) have rallied behind Catholic Bishop Thomas Msusa, who has been under attack from Malawi Congress Party (MCP) agents. The MCP agents, masquerading as religious clerks, targeted Bishop Msusa during a press briefing on Thursday, where […]