By Burnett Munthali Critical health services at Lisungwi Community Hospital in Neno District have been severely disrupted for over a week due to a lack of water at the facility, stemming from a malfunctioning water pump. The crisis has raised serious concerns about hygiene and patient care at the hospital, which serves a significant population […]
By Burnett Munthali Malawi’s President Lazarus Chakwera is under fire from analysts and social commentators, who accuse him of showing a lack of respect for the Malawi Defence Force (MDF) despite his role as Commander-in-Chief. The criticism comes in the wake of his decision to proceed with a trip to Tanzania, even as the nation […]
By Burnett Munthali Zodiak Broadcasting Station has uncovered an intriguing development in Malawi’s political and social landscape. A textile manufacturing company has produced a new type of fabric featuring the image of Dr. Michael Usi, the country’s Vice President. The fabric is inscribed with the phrase, “Odyazake alibe mulandu” (loosely translated as “He who enjoys […]
By Twink Jones Gadama Recent claims suggesting that the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) is engaging in a “shopping spree” to buy off leadership from the United Transformation Movement (UTM) are nothing but a fabrication perpetuated by Malawi Congress Party (MCP) agents. These baseless allegations aim to create confusion within the opposition and distract from the […]
By Twink Jones Gadama As India celebrated its 76th Republic Day, the country’s High Commissioner to Malawi, Subbiah Gopalakhrishnan, highlighted the vast opportunities for Malawi to boost its exports to India. Speaking in Lilongwe, Gopalakhrishnan emphasized the significance of the readily available Indian market, which is eager to consume a wide range of products grown […]
Fellow Malawians, Our beautiful country, Malawi, stands at a critical crossroads. For decades, we have struggled to rise above poverty and unlock the full potential of our nation. Yet, as we reflect on our challenges, it is clear that one of the biggest obstacles we face is our tendency to prioritize political party affiliations over […]
By Burnett Munthali Tight security enveloped the premises of the Lilongwe Magistrate Court this Monday morning as former presidential bodyguard Norman Chisale appeared in court for a highly anticipated ruling. Armed police officers, detectives, and various security personnel patrolled the vicinity, underscoring the gravity of the case that has drawn national attention. Chisale, who once […]
By Burnett Munthali In the ever-competitive political climate of Malawi, the battle between the ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP) and the opposition Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has taken center stage. At the heart of this confrontation stands Hon. Norman Chisale, a figure who has come to symbolize resilience, determination, and the unyielding spirit of the […]
By Twink Jones Gadama As Malawi struggles to recover from its economic woes, President Lazarus Chakwera’s decision to attend the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit in Tanzania has raised eyebrows among critics. The summit, aimed at accelerating Africa’s progress towards providing reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity to 300 million people by 2030, is undoubtedly crucial […]
By Burnett Munthali The government has taken a significant step toward reforming Malawi’s financial regulatory framework by officially tabling a motion in Parliament seeking to grant the Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) authority to implement new Exchange Control Regulations. The motion, presented by Finance Minister Simplex Chithyola Banda, is aimed at addressing persistent challenges in […]
