Ephraim Mkali Banda, Author at Malawi 24

MACODA’s flag week to promote Persons with Disabilities Act, inclusivity

Nov 21, 2024 0

Next week, the Malawi Council for Disability Affairs (MACODA) will kick off its highly anticipated Flag Week campaign, a significant event aimed at promoting awareness of disability rights and the recently passed Persons with Disabilities… ...

Farmers in Kasungu call for action as planting season hangs in the balance

Nov 21, 2024 0

The planting season in Kasungu has begun, bringing the promise of a fruitful harvest. However, this promise is fading for many farmers due to a critical failure in the Affordable Input Program (AIP). Designed to… ...

National Community Development Policy targets sustainable growth

Nov 21, 2024 0

In a major step toward fostering sustainable growth, the Ministry of Gender, Community Development, and Social Welfare has launched the National Community Development Policy (2024-2029) and inaugurated Community Development Month at Rukulu Primary School in… ...

Silver Strikers coach raises concerns over referee decisions amid tight title race

Nov 21, 2024 0

In a heated race for the 2024 TNM Super League title, Silver Strikers' head coach, Peter Mponda, has expressed frustrations over what he sees as questionable officiating that could impact the outcome of the season. … ...

Outdated data risks social welfare program efficiency

Nov 21, 2024 0

Leaders in Chitipa District are urging the Ministry of Gender, Community Development, and Social Welfare to update the Unified Beneficiary Register (UBR), warning that the reliance on outdated data could jeopardize the effectiveness of social… ...

Healthcare boost for Nkhata-Bay as new operation theatre construction advances

Nov 20, 2024 0

Construction of a new operation theatre at Chintheche Rural Hospital in Nkhata Bay has reached an important milestone, with 25% of the work now completed. The project, which is part of a broader effort to… ...

Shine on Malawi extends project to fight hunger, boost school feeding programs

Nov 20, 2024 0

In a groundbreaking effort to combat hunger and improve education, Shine on Malawi has extended its Home Grown Project to 10 primary schools in the Mzalangwe Zone-Mzimba district. The organization donated 50 bags of Green… ...