By Suleman Chitera BLANTYRE, MALAWI — Public frustration is rising as citizens question what they describe as selective attention by activists and institutions, accusing them of prioritizing less critical issues…
By Suleman Chitera The Forum for Democracy and Rights Defenders (FDRD) has issued a blunt warning against what it describes as a dangerous culture of convicting individuals in the court…
Suleman Chitera, Chiradzulu-based political and social commentator By Staff Reporter Fellow Malawians, History will record that on 16 September, Malawians rose with one voice and demanded change. It was not…
Opinion By Suleman Chitera Malawi’s persistent poverty is often blamed on bad weather, donor fatigue, global economic shocks, or historical injustice. While these factors play a role, they mask a…
By The Opinion Desk Leadership matters—not just in rhetoric, but in background, exposure, and professional discipline. A president shaped by global academia, international institutions, and professional competition understands systems, accountability,…
By Suleman Chitera In Malawi, justice is written in law books, but practiced differently in real life. For the rich, it is soft, slow and forgiving. For the poor, it…
Poor inmates with minor cases rot in cells By Suleman Chitera In Malawi’s justice system, poverty often decides who walks free and who remains behind bars. While the Constitution promises…
Malawians are losing trust in the ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP), accusing it of corruption, intimidation, and abuse of power. Investigative report reveals rising public anger and calls for political…
By Suleman Chitera As Malawi changes governments today, it’s important to reflect on why President Lazarus Chakwera failed so miserably during his one term in office. I first shared my…
By Suleman Chitera President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera has announced ambitious government initiatives aimed at transforming Nkhotakota District into a key tourism and economic hub, emphasizing its historical significance and untapped…