By Burnett Munthali President Lazarus Chakwera’s recent State of the Nation Address (SONA) was meant to be a moment of truth—a time to outline real progress, real achievements, and real challenges facing Malawi. Instead, it became an exercise in deception, filled with half-truths, misrepresentations, and outright lies designed to paint a false image of success. […]
By Rick Dzida President Chakwera’s 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA) has sparked controversy, with some opposition members accusing him of providing misleading information. Specifically, Rumphi-West MP Jona Mkandawire challenged Chakwera’s claims about development projects in his constituency, calling them “a complete lie”. Mkandawire disputed the completion of several projects, including Kamphenda health centre […]
By Burnett Munthali President Lazarus Chakwera’s State of the Nation Address (SONA) was meant to provide a factual account of his administration’s progress and challenges. Instead, it turned into a stage for blatant lies, deception, and self-glorification at the expense of the truth. Among the most appalling falsehoods was his claim that his government constructed […]
People’s Development Party (PDP) President Kondwani Nankhumwa says his party is prepared to address the socio-economic challenges facing the citizenry once voted into power. Nankhumwa has made the remarks today as he has commenced a three-day engagement with grassroots party leaders in Lilongwe. As part of today’s meetings, he visited Chatata, Msiyambeta, and Likuni Boys […]
By Burnett Munthali President Lazarus Chakwera’s State of the Nation Address (SONA), delivered on Friday, February 14, 2025, was meant to be a reflection of his administration’s achievements, a beacon of hope for Malawians struggling under economic hardship, and a testament to his leadership. Instead, it became an exhibition of deception—a speech riddled with blatant […]
By Burnett Munthali The cost of living in Malawi continues to rise sharply, with the latest blow being the soaring price of cooking oil, which has now reached an astonishing MWK 195,000 for a 20-litre container. This increase has sparked widespread frustration among citizens, many of whom are struggling to afford basic necessities due to […]
By Twink Jones Gadama COFO has expressed deep sadness and disappointment over President Chakwera’s recent announcement. During his speech, the president attributed the construction of the clinic at Chapananga to the government, when in fact, COFO built the clinic with funding from Mudzi Connect, formerly known as World Connect, in 2022. This misattribution has sparked […]
By Twink Jones Gadama President Lazarus Chakwera’s State of the Nation Address (SONA) has been widely criticized as a “SONA full of lies,” with many describing it as unbecoming of a national leader and more suited for a constituency gathering. The president’s speech, which was delivered amidst a backdrop of fuel shortages, hunger, and economic […]
By Burnett Munthali Mangochi District was struck by tragedy yesterday as two separate road accidents claimed the lives of a 53-year-old motorcyclist and a 6-year-old pedestrian. The accidents, which occurred at Namiyasi and Nzingo Trading Centre respectively, have once again highlighted concerns over road safety in the district. According to Mangochi Police Station spokesperson Amina […]
By Burnett Munthali On Friday, 14 February 2025, President Lazarus Chakwera delivered his much-anticipated State of the Nation Address (SONA), in which he underscored the remarkable strides being made in various districts across Malawi. One of the districts he focused on was Nsanje, where significant developments are taking place, particularly in infrastructure and social welfare. […]
