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Mutharika says Chakwera’s leadership has failed Malawians

By Vincent Gunde Former President of the Republic and DPP leader Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika, says President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera’s leadership has failed Malawians and the current state of the nation is a result of visionless administration. Professor Mutharika said the country’s democracy, economy, and food security are under threat advising Malawi citizens that they […]

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On MEC’s countdown to polls : Malawi Freedom Network Exclusive with Rick Dzida

By Burnett Munthali Introduction As we approach the 2025 General Elections, the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has been ramping up its awareness campaigns, particularly focusing on electoral laws and regulations. With just 239 days left until polling day, it’s crucial to assess these efforts and their potential impact on the integrity of the electoral process. […]

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Not These Two Evils; Rise Up Atupele, Chihana and Kabambe

As Malawi heads towards its crucial 2025 elections on 16 September, the nation finds itself in an agonizing predicament. The country, ravaged by an economic crisis, skyrocketing inflation, and an ongoing fuel shortage, is staring down a choice between two major political parties that have left Malawians disillusioned and desperate for change. The ruling Malawi […]

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Moses kunkuyu defends MCP amid criticism from Peter Mutharika

By Burnett Munthali Government spokesperson Moses Kunkuyu has attributed some of the challenges faced by the Malawi Congress Party (MCP)-led administration to damages caused during the Democratic Progressive Party’s (DPP) time in office. Kunkuyu was responding to remarks made by DPP leader Peter Mutharika, who, during his address to Malawians yesterday, criticized the MCP government […]

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DPP weekend highlights: Engaging Malawians across the nation

By Burnett Munthali The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) demonstrated its renewed vigor and strategic focus over the weekend of January 18–19, 2025, with leaders from all regions engaging Malawians through rallies, strategic meetings, and whistle-stop tours. The series of events highlighted the party’s efforts to connect with supporters, aspiring leaders, and the broader electorate ahead […]

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Kamphangala calls government revisit food distribution in urban centres

By Vincent Gunde A Malawi Congress Party (MCP) diehard of Mvera in Dowa district Mr. Rodgers Kamphangala, has called on government to revisit food distribution exercise being implemented in the urban centres claiming that 90 percent of those that are benefiting are MCP members. Kamphangala said unlike during the DPP era of Professor Arthur Peter […]

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MUBAS to construct 500-bed hostel to address accommodation shortage

By Burnett Munthali The Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (MUBAS) has unveiled plans to construct a 500-bed capacity hostel on campus, a development aimed at addressing the rising accommodation challenges faced by its growing student population. The announcement was made by MUBAS Vice Chancellor, Professor Nancy Chitera, during an orientation event for the […]

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Kawalazi Tea Estate workers decry poor welfare conditions

By Burnett Munthali Workers at Kawalazi Tea Estate in Nkhata Bay have accused their employers of neglecting their welfare, highlighting several grievances during a visit by the Minister of Labor, Vitumbiko Mumba. The workers expressed frustration over delayed salary payments, citing December salaries that were only disbursed on January 10, 2025, as one of the […]

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Health surveillance assistants protest over unpaid allowances in Machinga

By Burnett Munthali This morning, Health Surveillance Assistants (HSAs) in Machinga gathered at the district council offices to demand payment of allowances they claim have been pending since October and November of last year. The allowances in question relate to their involvement in Integrated Community Case Management (ICCM) services and the distribution of Insecticide-Treated Nets […]

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UTM’s vision: Tackling corruption to foster national development

By Burnett Munthali Helen Chabunya, the second-in-command for the UTM party in the Central Region, recently spoke at a political rally held at Bata sports ground in Salima, where the party was hosting a gathering to discuss its mission and political objectives. Chabunya’s speech revolved around the UTM party’s commitment to eradicating corruption and fostering […]