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Tanzania in Turmoil: Deadly protests erupt as opposition ban sparks international outcry

Mounting tension grips Tanzania as deadly protests follow the government’s decision to bar opposition candidates from the presidential race. Amid an internet blackout and extended curfew, global organizations urge restraint and call for dialogue. By Burnett Munthali Tanzania is facing one of its most turbulent moments in recent years as deadly protests sweep across the […]

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President Mutharika Launches New Farm Subsidy, Industrialisation Drive and Service Delivery Reforms

By Suleman Chitera President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has unveiled a fresh package of government programs aimed at improving livelihoods, strengthening the economy, and enhancing public service delivery as Malawi prepares for a new agricultural season and renewed industrial development. Speaking during the official opening of the 52nd Session of Parliament in Lilongwe, Mutharika outlined […]

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Mutharika Restores K10,000 Fertilizer Program, Announces Major Youth and Development Funds

By Suleman Chitera LILONGWE: President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has announced that his government will reinstate the affordable fertilizer program, which will allow farmers to purchase a 50kg bag of fertilizer at K10,000 in the upcoming farming season. The program is expected to roll out in the second week of November 2025. Speaking when opening […]

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How K17 Billion Covid-19 Funds Were Mismanaged Under the Chakwera Administration

By Suleman Chitera | Investigative Report When the Covid-19 pandemic entered Malawi in 2020, the government led by President Lazarus Chakwera committed billions of kwacha to protect lives and support the fragile economy. But by early 2021, concerns were already mounting: procurement irregularities, inflated prices, ghost allowances, and unexplained cash withdrawals were emerging at an […]

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Mutharika Maintains 24-Member Cabinet, Reintroduces Ministry of State and Second Vice President

By Suleman Chitera New Cabinet Structure Marks a Strategic Move Towards Streamlined Governance and Continuity Lilongwe, Malawi — President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has maintained a 24-member cabinet structure in his 2025 government, mirroring the size of his previous administration in 2019. The new cabinet includes 21 ministers and deputy ministers, with the President, First […]

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SHA conducts motivation and barriers to hygiene study in Dowa

By Vincent Gunde Self Help Africa (SHA) says Malawi has achieved significant progress in water access despite functionality issues which lead to reliance on unsafe water sources and increasing burdens on women, sanitation progress is limited with only 49.5 percent of the population accessing basic sanitation services and 2.93 percent still practicing open defecation. The […]

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Reports Suggest Possible Military Tensions in Tanzania Amid Election Disputes

By Suleman Chitera Reports from Tanzania indicate rising tensions involving some military officers and concerns over the recent election process. Citizens and authorities remain on alert as the situation develops. Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – Unconfirmed reports circulating on social and local communication channels suggest increasing tension within the Tanzanian military over dissatisfaction with the […]