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Civil society groups petition British Government for return of assets

Jul 29, 2024 0

Civil society organizations in Malawi have formally appealed to the British government, through its National Crime Agency (NCA), to return assets and cash believed to have been illicitly acquired by businessman Zuneth Sattar. The groups… ...

Preparations underway for the 14th Mulhakho wa Alhomwe Cultural Festival

Jul 29, 2024 0

Preparations are in full swing for this year’s Mulhakho wa Alhomwe Cultural Festival, scheduled to take place from October 4 to 6 at Chonde headquarters in Mulanje District. The festival, a significant cultural event, celebrates… ...

Newt Gingrich predicts stronger challenge from Vice President Harris than expected

Jul 27, 2024 0

Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich has recently expressed a surprising forecast regarding Vice President Kamala Harris's potential as a presidential candidate. Contrary to the prevailing Republican narrative, Gingrich suggests that Harris could emerge as a… ...

The pain of waiting for pension in Malawi’s Government sector

Jul 27, 2024 0

The case of someone’s grandmother, who retired from a government position in Malawi two years ago and has yet to receive her pension, underscores a pressing issue within the country's public sector. This situation highlights… ...

Public anticipation builds for “JUSTICE” movie premiere at BICC

Jul 25, 2024 0

Excitement and anticipation are mounting as Malawians eagerly await the premiere of the new movie "Justice" at the Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC). The film promises to captivate audiences with its intriguing storyline and talented… ...

Malawi’s economy faces disruptions due to unstable foreign currency reserves, NOCMA reports

Jul 23, 2024 0

Malawi's economy is experiencing substantial disruptions as a result of unstable foreign currency reserves, which are insufficient to ensure a continuous supply of fuel. The National Oil Company of Malawi (NOCMA) has highlighted this issue,… ...

Thyolo District Council criticizes parliamentarians for bypassing CDF procedures

Jul 23, 2024 0

The Thyolo District Council has expressed frustration over some parliamentarians who are bypassing established procedures for implementing Constituency Development Funds (CDF). This concern was highlighted during a visit by Vice President Michael Usi on Monday.… ...