Across Malawi, thousands of Muslim families in remote and underserved communities are yearning for a simple yet life-changing blessing — a proper masjid where they can worship with dignity, raise their children in faith, and strengthen their unity as a community. A Giving Hand Foundation is committed to turning these dreams into reality. We are […]
By Staff Reporter Lilongwe, Malawi — Police in Lilongwe have arrested Malawi Congress Party (MCP) Secretary General Richard Chimwendo Banda in what is fast becoming a dramatic day for the former ruling party. National Police spokesperson Lael Chimtembo confirmed the arrest in an interview with Nation Online, but declined to reveal the charges or disclose […]
By Suleman Chitera Former Minister of Local Government Richard Chimwendo Banda has this afternoon handed himself over to police headquarters in Lilongwe, in a dramatic turn of events that has gripped the nation. Details surrounding his decision to surrender remain unclear, but police sources indicate that his appearance follows intensified inquiries connected to ongoing investigations […]
By Staff Reporter Police in Lilongwe have this morning arrested former Minister of Trade and Malawi Congress Party (MCP) runningmate Vitumbiko Mumba in what is fast becoming one of the most dramatic post-election developments. According to highly-placed police sources, Mumba was picked up from his Area 47 residence at exactly 11:30am, before being driven under […]
By Suleman Chitera President Arthur Peter Mutharika has moved to reinforce Malawi’s global engagement by appointing Chauncy Simwaka as the new Secretary for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, effective 8th December 2025. Simwaka, a seasoned administrator known for his professionalism and strategic leadership, takes over from Dr. Bright Molande, who has been reassigned to the […]
By Suleman Chitera The People’s Development Party (PDP) has been hit by a major shake-up after two of its senior officials abruptly resigned, sparking fresh questions about turmoil inside the party’s top ranks. PDP Publicity Secretary Rhodes Msonkho and National Director of Research Sosten Chimimba have both walked away from their positions — and from […]
By Staff Reporter In a dramatic twist to the post-election tension, police on Thursday stormed the Area 47 home of Vitumbiko Mumba, the running mate to former President Lazarus Chakwera in the disputed 16 September elections, and placed him under arrest. Sources indicate that officers arrived with a search warrant issued by the Lilongwe Senior […]
By Suleman Chitera In a tough and uncompromising stance, the Ministry of Education and Skills Development has ordered all schools across the country to immediately stop the illegal practice of sending learners home for not wearing school uniforms — a move officials say is blocking children’s right to education. A strongly-worded letter signed by Secretary […]
