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Government assures Malawians of sufficient ARV drugs

Minister of Health Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda has assured the public that the country has sufficient antiretroviral drugs (ARV)drugs for HIV patients. In an interview with Malawi News Agency (MANA) on Monday, Chiponda said the public should not worry about the drugs as they have in stock despite the recent withdrawal of the HIV and Aids […]

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Minister of Health Kumbize Kandodo Chiponda tours development projects in Thyolo

By Burnett Munthali Minister of Health, Kumbize Kandodo Chiponda, is currently on an official tour of developmental projects under her ministry in Thyolo District. The tour is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to improve healthcare services and infrastructure in rural areas, ensuring that communities have access to quality health services. Read moreKCH Has Gas […]

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Health Minister Khumbidze Kandodo Chiponda launches cholera vaccine campaign and strengthens health infrastructure in Balaka

By Burnett Munthali Minister of Health Khumbidze Kandodo Chiponda is in Balaka for a series of official assignments aimed at addressing pressing health issues and improving healthcare infrastructure in the district. Her visit began with the launch of the Oral Cholera Vaccine (OCV) campaign at Dziwe Clinic, where she emphasized the importance of community participation […]

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Minister of Health inaugurates National Medicine quality control laboratory in Lilongwe

By Burnett Munthali The newly inaugurated National Medicine Quality Control Laboratory in Lilongwe marks a significant milestone for Malawi’s healthcare sector. Minister of Health, Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda, emphasized the importance of the facility, stating that it will not only save the government millions of dollars but also generate much-needed foreign exchange. Read moreKCH Has Gas […]

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Malawi boosts access to quality medicines

Minister of Health, Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda, has emphasized the importance of ensuring access to quality medicines for all Malawians. Speaking during inauguration of medicine test site in Lilongwe, Chiponda highlighted the government’s efforts to strengthen the country’s pharmaceutical system. Read moreBiography Of Zuneth SattarShe said government has been working to improve its healthcare system, including […]

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Ministry of Health to strengthen drug supply chain in public hospitals

Minister of Health, Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda, has assured Malawians that her ministry will strengthen the supply chain of medicines to ensure the availability of drugs at both district and rural health facilities. Chiponda made the sentiments in Parliament on Tuesday in response to queries raised by Member of Parliament for Machinga East Constituency, Esther Jolobala. […]

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The Global Financing Facility Appoints Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda as New Co-Chair of the Investors Group

By Burnett Munthali The Global Financing Facility (GFF) for Women, Children, and Adolescents has appointed Malawi’s Minister of Health, Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda, as the new co-chair of the GFF Investors Group (IG). Chiponda assumes the role previously held by Lia Tadesse of Ethiopia, marking a significant leadership transition in the organization’s efforts to mobilize and […]

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Govt committed to taking essential services to communities – Chiponda

Minister of Health, Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda Thursday said the newly constructed Lomola Health Post in Thyolo District will significantly improve access to healthcare for local residents. During her tour of the facility, Chiponda emphasized government’s commitment to ensuring that even rural areas have access to quality health services. Read moreBiography Of Zuneth SattarSpeaking to community […]

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Health ministry committs to develop the Emergency and Injury Policy

Minister of Health Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda has said the ministry is committed in developing the Emergency and Injury Policy, which will help in fostering stakeholder collaboration to address emergency and injury care challenges in Malawi. She made the remarks in Lilongwe on Thursday, when she presided over the 2024 National Trauma Summit organised by the […]

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People must understand: we in Malawi are paying for the climate crisis with our lives

Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda From flooding to drought, extreme weather is devastating our communities. It is time for the world’s heaviest emitters to help mitigate the impacts of climatic breakdown on the countries most affected Read moreMalawi business tycoon Simbi Phiri disassociates himself from forming up “Congress for Democrats”Millions of people in my country, Malawi, face unprecedented […]