July 2019

MHRC calls for protection of demo organisers

Jul 05, 2019 Malawi24 Reporter 0 &

The Malawi Human Rights Commission (MHRC) has condemned threats targeted at members of the Human Rights Defender Coalition (HRDC) in Malawi and has asked the police to protect the organizers of the post-election demonstrations. The… ...

Balaka DHO upbeat on Malaria Vaccine

Jul 05, 2019 Macdonald Kaleso 1 &

The Balaka District Health Office says it is pleased with the progress in the administration of Malaria vaccine to under-five children in health facilities within the office’s catchment area. Recently, Malawi was one of the… ...

EGENCO promises to end blackouts

Jul 04, 2019 Thandeka Lizi & Archangel Nzangaya 0 &

The Electricity Generation Company (EGENCO) on Wednesday launched its strategic plan for the next 15 years with a promise to end blackouts in Malawi. The plan was launched at Mount Soche in Blantyre. Speaking at… ...

Protesters riot in Mzuzu

Jul 04, 2019 Lindiwe Sambalikagwa 0 &

Protests in Mzuzu turned into riots as demonstrators set a government building on fire, damaged people’s property and looted offices. The demonstrators also blocked a road and demanded money from motorists. Mzuzu Veterinary, Wildlife and… ...

MDF soldiers drive away DPP cadets

Jul 04, 2019 Mwayi Mkandawire 0 &

Malawi Defence Force (MDF) soldiers used force to drive away Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) cadets who were harassing protesters in Blantyre. In the morning, people wearing DPP shirts were positioned around Chichiri Shopping Mall in… ...

Chilima says Mutharika should condemn demo violence

Jul 04, 2019 Martha Chikoti 1 &

UTM Leader Saulos Chilima says President Peter Mutharika should condemn suspected Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) who damaged property and attacked protesters in Blantyre. The former Vice President made the remarks in Lilongwe where he joined… ...

Mtambo tells protesters to refrain from violence

Jul 04, 2019 Martha Chikoti 0 &

Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) Chairperson Timothy Mtambo addressed protesters this morning telling them not to damage property. The demonstrators are protesting against Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) chairperson Jane Ansah over her commission’s handling of… ...