By Burnett Munthali
The US and South African officials reached an agreement during a closed-door meeting in late December to allow the US to continue its controversial effort to bring white South Africans to the US as refugees. This agreement has sparked intense debate and criticism, with many questioning the motivations behind the US’s actions and the potential implications for South Africa’s fragile social and economic landscape.
The deal reportedly allows the US to prioritize white South Africans as refugees, citing concerns about farm attacks and violence against whites, a narrative that has been widely criticized as exaggerated and racially motivated. Critics argue that the US is perpetuating a narrative of white victimhood and ignoring the historical context of apartheid and ongoing racial inequalities in South Africa.
The agreement has also raised concerns about the potential for brain drain and the loss of skilled professionals in South Africa, as well as the impact on the country’s already strained relations with the US. The US has been accused of using the refugee program as a way to cherry-pick skilled and educated individuals from South Africa, rather than addressing the root causes of migration and instability in the region.
South African officials have been accused of compromising on the country’s sovereignty and dignity by agreeing to the deal, with many calling for greater transparency and accountability in the negotiations. The agreement has also sparked fears about the potential for increased xenophobia and anti-American sentiment in South Africa, as well as the impact on the country’s relations with other nations.
The US’s actions have been criticized as a form of neo-colonialism, with many arguing that the country is seeking to exploit South Africa’s resources and talent for its own benefit. As news of the agreement spreads, protests and demonstrations are erupting across South Africa, with many calling for the government to reconsider its decision and prioritize the needs and interests of its citizens.
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By Mabvuto Kalawa, Correspondent Malawi Freedom Network Members of the Holy Guardian Angels Mphakati of Nathenje Parish recently underwent a one-day training in leadership skills, aimed at empowering them to run their small Christian community effectively. The training, conducted by Mr. Jonas Kachikho, Catechist for Nathenje Centre, covered spiritual, economic, and practical aspects, equipping members… Read more: Holy Guardian Angels Shine With Leadership Training - Trump Orders Mass Exit From Global Bodies, Deepening America’s Retreat From the World
By Suleman Chitera In a sweeping and controversial move, Donald Trump has signed an executive order withdrawing the United States from 66 international organisations, agencies, and commissions, marking one of the most aggressive rollbacks of U.S. global engagement in modern history. The organisations targeted are largely UN-affiliated bodies dealing with climate change, labour standards, migration,… Read more: Trump Orders Mass Exit From Global Bodies, Deepening America’s Retreat From the World - NBM plc year-end interest credit excites customers
By Suleman Chitera National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has once again drawn positive reactions from customers after sending the year-end interest credit, with many praising the bank for rewarding loyalty and consistent saving throughout 2025. The response followed an announcement on the Bank’s official Facebook page, informing customers that all applicable interest would be… Read more: NBM plc year-end interest credit excites customers - Kalindo crowns Mutharika statesman for rejecting CDF Bill signing
By Vincent Gunde Political activist Bon Kalindo has crowned President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika a true statesman of Malawi for rejecting Constituency Development (CDF) Amendment Bill seeking Members of Parliament (MPs) powers to monitor the funding basket in their respective constituencies. Kalindo said the matter on CDF was already brought before the High Court of… Read more: Kalindo crowns Mutharika statesman for rejecting CDF Bill signing - Mhango Orders Crackdown on Driving Schools as Road Deaths Spiral
By Suleman Chitera Minister of Transport and Public Works Jappie Mhango has issued a stern warning to lax driving schools and weak regulators, calling for immediate tightening of regulations and rigorous monitoring to ensure only properly trained and competent drivers are allowed on the country’s roads. Mhango made the remarks after an engagement with leadership… Read more: Mhango Orders Crackdown on Driving Schools as Road Deaths Spiral - Politics of entitlement: MCP’s cyclophony of self-serve
By Burnett Munthali The Malawi Congress Party (MCP) has called for the immediate release of its Secretary General, Richard Chimwendo Banda, who is currently on remand at Maula Prison over alleged attempted murder charges, a move that reeks of desperation and entitlement, as if the law is meant to bend to their whims. Speaking to… Read more: Politics of entitlement: MCP’s cyclophony of self-serve - Controversy Erupts Over US-South Africa Refugee Deal
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By Mawa Kumaliwopa Public anger is rising, and it is not without cause. Across Malawi, citizens are speaking with one voice: if Chimwendo Banda is found guilty of the allegations leveled against him, the punishment must be firm, decisive, and exemplary. Anything less would confirm a long-held suspicion—that political power in Malawi still offers protection… Read more: Public Demands Accountability: Why Chimwendo Banda’s Case Must Set a National Precedent - Walter Nyamilandu Manda Leads Community-Centered Flood Response in Nsanje
By Suleman Chitera In a powerful demonstration of leadership and compassion, Walter Nyamilandu Manda today joined hands with community members to construct a sandbag dyke aimed at protecting the Nsanje South West community from destructive flooding caused by the Nyamadzere River. This timely intervention was made possible through the corporate social responsibility efforts of Illovo… Read more: Walter Nyamilandu Manda Leads Community-Centered Flood Response in Nsanje - A Dangerous Game at Sea: Putin, Trump, and the Rising Specter of Global Confrontation
By Suleman Chitera The world is once again being pushed to the edge of uncertainty as reports emerge that Vladimir Putin has ordered a Russian vessel to sail to Venezuela to collect fuel, escorted by advanced Russian war submarines. Even more alarming is the counter-order reportedly issued by Donald Trump, warning that the vessels should… Read more: A Dangerous Game at Sea: Putin, Trump, and the Rising Specter of Global Confrontation - Mutharika sides with Malawians withholding consent to CDF
BY Vincent Gunde President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has sent a strong message to Members of Parliament (MPs) that he is not the same Mutharika of 2014 to 2020 who made Malawians to lose trust in his leadership leading to his ousting from government on the 23rd June, 2020 court sanctioned presidential elections. Mutharika has… Read more: Mutharika sides with Malawians withholding consent to CDF - Kabambe Calls for United National Action as UTM Extends Lifeline to Flood Victims in Dwangwa
By Suleman Chitera UTM President Dalitso Kabambe has renewed his call for collective national action to address recurring floods, saying Malawi must urgently invest in proper human settlements and effective drainage systems to protect vulnerable communities. Speaking on Wednesday in Dwangwa, Nkhotakota, while comforting families displaced by floods, Kabambe said the disasters are a clear… Read more: Kabambe Calls for United National Action as UTM Extends Lifeline to Flood Victims in Dwangwa - Kamphangala accuses MCP members of calling for Chimwendo’s release
By Vincent Gunde A Malawi Congress Party (MCP) diehard of Mvera in Dowa district Mr. Rodgers Kamphangala, has accused some MCP members and supporters of calling for an immediate release of MCP Secretary General Richard Chimwendo Banda. Kamphangala said those who are calling for an immediate release of Chimwendo Banda do not know the offence… Read more: Kamphangala accuses MCP members of calling for Chimwendo’s release - Malawi at A crossroads: The K21 Trillion question that demands answers
By Suleman Chitera, Opinion and investigative desk Malawi today stands battered by deepening poverty, a collapsing economy, and a citizenry pushed to the edge of survival. At the center of this crisis lies a troubling question that refuses to go away: What happened to the trillions borrowed in the name of the Malawian people over… Read more: Malawi at A crossroads: The K21 Trillion question that demands answers - China Unveils Next-Generation Strategic Missile Launcher with Breakthrough Mobility
By Suleman Chitera In a powerful demonstration of technological confidence and strategic ambition, China has unveiled a modern, next-generation military vehicle in Beijing, designed to serve as a mobile launcher for intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs). The newly revealed platform represents a significant leap forward in China’s defense engineering. Developed within an exceptionally short timeframe, the… Read more: China Unveils Next-Generation Strategic Missile Launcher with Breakthrough Mobility - 2026 Audi Q3 Unveiled: Quattro All-Wheel Drive, Premium Interior and Advanced Digital Tech
By Suleman Chitera The 2026 Audi Q3 arrives as a thoroughly refreshed compact luxury SUV, combining Audi’s signature Quattro all-wheel drive system, a refined interior, and the latest in digital technology. The new generation Q3 is designed to appeal to buyers who seek a premium driving experience without stepping into larger SUV territory. With enhanced… Read more: 2026 Audi Q3 Unveiled: Quattro All-Wheel Drive, Premium Interior and Advanced Digital Tech - Why is Malawian Sugar cheaper in Zambia than at home?
Chiradzulu activist Suleman Chitera takes aim at Sugar giants By Staff Reporter By any economic logic, sugar produced in Malawi should be cheapest on Malawian shelves. Yet the opposite is true. In a growing regional paradox that continues to punish local consumers, Malawian sugar is reportedly selling at significantly lower prices in Zambia than in… Read more: Why is Malawian Sugar cheaper in Zambia than at home? - Mutharika Blocks CDF Amendment, Citing Weak Oversight and Risk of Abuse
By Suleman Chitera State House has confirmed that President Peter Mutharika has withheld assent to the Constitution (Amendment) Bill of 2025, delivering a sharp rebuke to Parliament over what the Presidency describes as inadequate safeguards around the management of Constituency Development Fund (CDF) resources. In a press statement issued today and signed by the President’s… Read more: Mutharika Blocks CDF Amendment, Citing Weak Oversight and Risk of Abuse - Print & Cut Steps Forward to Restore Iconic Mangochi Sign
By Suleman Chitera Print & Cut Company has reaffirmed its commitment to community pride and place branding, expressing strong optimism that the Mangochi District Council will approve its proposal to reinstall the iconic “Mangochi” sign that was recently stolen from the district’s main entrance. Speaking after Mangochi Police confirmed the recovery of the stolen sign,… Read more: Print & Cut Steps Forward to Restore Iconic Mangochi Sign - Malawi, Egypt Deepen Strategic Ties as Investment and Cooperation Agenda Expands
By Suleman Chitera Malawi has taken another significant step toward strengthening its international partnerships, with Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr. George Chaponda holding high-level talks with Rasha Hamdy Hussein, Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to Malawi. The meeting, described as productive and forward-looking, followed up on discussions Dr. Chaponda held with his Egyptian… Read more: Malawi, Egypt Deepen Strategic Ties as Investment and Cooperation Agenda Expands - Is the Vice President of Malawi Supposed to Use Public Resources for Private Life Affairs? A Litmus Test for “Return to Proven Leadership”
Opinion By Donald Malanga In the shadows of our nation’s hospitals, where medicine cabinets stand empty, and in markets where food prices soar beyond reach, a question of moral leadership hangs heavy in the air. The recent uproar over a vice-presidential trip, Dr Jane Ansah to the United Kingdom, exposes more than a simple travel… Read more: Is the Vice President of Malawi Supposed to Use Public Resources for Private Life Affairs? A Litmus Test for “Return to Proven Leadership” - Step 30 International Ministries Brings Life-giving Water To Chingala Village
By Mabvuto Kalawa, Malawi Freedom Network Correspondent In a remarkable display of compassion and community development, Step 30 International Ministries has drilled a solar-powered borehole in Chingala Village, Lilongwe District, bringing safe and clean water to the doorstep of residents. “This is a dream come true,” says Mrs Phiri, a grateful beneficiary. “We used to… Read more: Step 30 International Ministries Brings Life-giving Water To Chingala Village - Redson Munlo Quits MCP, Cites Personal Decision Amid Growing Party Discontent
By Suleman Chitera Redson Munlo, a well-known political activist and member of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), has resigned from the party, marking yet another high-profile exit at a time when the governing party faces increasing internal and public scrutiny. Munlo announced his departure during a news briefing held in Blantyre on Tuesday morning, describing… Read more: Redson Munlo Quits MCP, Cites Personal Decision Amid Growing Party Discontent - NBS Bank partners with Beautify Malawi to donate K100 million items to charity
By Suleman Chitera Listed NBS Bank, in partnership with Beautify Malawi Trust (BEAM Trust), have donated festive season hampers amounting to K100 million to 500 elderly and underprivileged people in Area 44 at Landscape Grounds, Lilongwe, as part of new year celebrations . The initiative was championed by the First Lady of the Republic of… Read more: NBS Bank partners with Beautify Malawi to donate K100 million items to charity - HRDC Threatens Legal Action Over VP’s Controversial UK Trip
By Suleman Chitera The Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) has issued a stark warning to government, threatening civic and legal action unless authorities clarify glaring inconsistencies surrounding Vice President’s recent trip to the United Kingdom. In a statement released today, HRDC Chairperson Michael Kaiyatsa and National Coordinator Kelvin Chirwa accused government officials of withholding transparent… Read more: HRDC Threatens Legal Action Over VP’s Controversial UK Trip - Investigative Report: The Lobin Lowe “Butchery” Fertilizer Scandal and Its Legal Aftermath
By Investigative Desk 1. Summary of the Scandal In 2022, Malawi’s Affordable Inputs Programme (AIP) was rocked by a procurement scandal in which the Ministry of Agriculture paid approximately K750 million (about US$727,000) to a United Kingdom–based meat processing company, Barkaat Foods Limited, for the supply of fertilizer — a contract that yielded no fertilizer… Read more: Investigative Report: The Lobin Lowe “Butchery” Fertilizer Scandal and Its Legal Aftermath - K60 Million Stolen in Armed Robbery at Masasa Total Filling Station
By Suleman Chitera More than K60 million has been stolen during an armed robbery at a fuel filling station operated by TotalEnergies Malawi in Masasa, Ntcheu District. Confirming the incident, Malawi Police Service spokesperson for Ntcheu, Jacob Khembo, said the robbery involved five suspects who were armed with pangas and other weapons. The assailants reportedly… Read more: K60 Million Stolen in Armed Robbery at Masasa Total Filling Station - Mulli Brothers Holdings Distances Itself from Politics, Reaffirms Focus on Business
By Suleman Chitera Mulli Brothers Holdings has reiterated that it does not engage in political activities, emphasizing that its core mandate remains business growth and service delivery. Speaking in an interview, Managing Director of Mulli Brothers Holdings, Joseph Khupe, said the company deliberately stepped away from politics to concentrate on productive engagement with government and… Read more: Mulli Brothers Holdings Distances Itself from Politics, Reaffirms Focus on Business - Mutharika Reshuffles Cabinet, Expands Executive to 28 MinistersBy Suleman Chitera President Peter Mutharika has reshuffled his Cabinet and expanded its size, raising the number of ministers from 24 to 28 in a move aimed at re-aligning government priorities and strengthening service delivery. According to a letter addressed to the Chief Secretary to the Government, Justin Saidi, the President has abolished the position… Read more: Mutharika Reshuffles Cabinet, Expands Executive to 28 Ministers
