By Burnett Munthali The Malawi Bureau of Standards (MBS), in collaboration with the World Food Programme (WFP), is conducting a training programme this week in Blantyre aimed at enhancing food testing capabilities to support sesame exports. The initiative is focused on strengthening local laboratories through improved testing methods, with the ultimate goal of helping Malawi’s […]
By Burnett Munthali The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has expressed confidence that the country’s security agencies will provide adequate protection during the forthcoming elections. MEC Chairperson, Justice Annabel Mtalimanja, made the remarks in Mangochi during a stakeholder engagement meeting that brought together all branches of Malawi’s security sector. The meeting aimed to foster dialogue and […]
By Mabvuto Kalawa – Malawi Freedom Network Correspondent There was unexpected drama at St. Peter and Paul Parish in Nathenje on Sunday when a swarm of bees disrupted Corpus Christi celebrations, forcing the mass to come to an abrupt halt. The Catholic feast of Corpus Christi, which celebrates the body and blood of Jesus Christ, […]
By Burnett Munthali Minister of Higher Education, Jessie Kabwira, has filed a defamation lawsuit against Blantyre City South Member of Parliament, Sameer Suleiman. The suit, which demands K500 million in damages, is linked to remarks Suleiman made during a political rally held in Blantyre on June 8, 2025. Kabwira is being represented by lawyer George […]
Suleman Chitera, Blantyre, Malawi The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) is intensifying its preparations for the upcoming September 16 tripartite elections, with senior party leaders reaffirming their commitment and readiness to return to power under the leadership of former President Peter Mutharika. Speaking at a well-attended political rally held at Lunzu Primary School ground in Blantyre, […]
By Suleman Chitera Russian President Vladimir Putin has told Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, Abbas Araqchi, that there is no justifiable reason for Israel to have launched a war against Iran. Putin made the remarks during a diplomatic engagement with the Iranian official, where he reaffirmed that Russia is ready to support the […]
By Burnett Munthali In a rare and revealing moment, a long-time supporter of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), identified as Jones Boniface (not his real name), has candidly expressed concern over the current state of affairs within the ruling party. Speaking in an exclusive interview with Malawi Freedom Network, Boniface confessed that the situation on […]
By Suleman Chitera, Blantyre Malawi A group calling itself Citizens for Credible Elections has announced plans to hold demonstrations in the city of Blantyre this coming Thursday, aimed at forcing the Chairperson of the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC), Annabel Mtalimanja, and the Commission’s Chief Elections Officer, Andrew Mpesi, to resign from their positions. According to […]
By Suleman Chitera, Mangochi Malawi The Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) in the Diocese of Mangochi has strongly condemned the growing trend of insults and defamatory remarks among members of various political parties. Speaking CCJP Mangochi Coordinator Mr. Symon Mundisiye expressed concern over the increasing use of abusive language, particularly targeting former presidents […]
By Burnett Munthali In a significant step towards ensuring a peaceful and credible electoral process, the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) convened a high-level joint meeting with the country’s key security agencies on June 23, 2025. The meeting was chaired by the MEC Chairperson, highlighting the commission’s commitment to fostering a secure environment ahead of the […]
