Ephraim Mkali Banda, Author at Malawi 24

Dispute over lake Malawi: Malawi, Tanzania clash over sovereignty

Dec 21, 2024 0

The longstanding boundary dispute between Malawi and Tanzania over the ownership of Lake Malawi (known as Lake Nyasa in Tanzania) continues to create tensions between the two nations. At the centre of the disagreement are… ...

Social cash transfer officer warns against fraud

Dec 20, 2024 0

The Social Welfare Officer responsible for the Social Cash Transfer Program (SCTP) in Mzimba District, Shadreck Mingo, has issued a stern warning to officers involved in the initiative, cautioning them against engaging in fraudulent activities… ...

Tanzania directs teachers to use an official map depicting Lake Malawi Border in dispute area

Dec 20, 2024 0

The Tanzanian Minister of Education has instructed all teachers in the country to use an official map prepared by Tanzania. This map depicts the border between Tanzania and Malawi on Lake Malawi (referred to as… ...

Ombudsman to rule on alleged recruitment scandal in Phalombe next year

Dec 19, 2024 0

The Office of the Ombudsman is set to deliver a long-awaited verdict on allegations of irregularities in the recruitment of health workers at Phalombe District Council in early 2025. This announcement, confirmed by Ombudsman Grace… ...

Malawi high court to hear contempt case against MEC chair, NRB Officials

Dec 19, 2024 0

The High Court in Blantyre is set to convene this afternoon for a pivotal hearing involving Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) Chairperson, Justice Annabel Mtalimanja, National Registration Bureau (NRB) Principal Secretary, Mphatso Sambo, and three others. … ...

K365m investment to improve healthcare in Nkhata Bay

Dec 18, 2024 0

The construction of an operating theatre at Chintheche Rural Hospital in Nkhata-Bay district which is located in Senior Chief Malanda’s area, promises to transform access to quality healthcare for thousands of residents. For years, locals… ...

Mzimba police step up festive season security, urge public cooperation

Dec 18, 2024 0

As the festive season approaches, Mzimba Police are ramping up security measures and urging residents to uphold the law during this busy period. Determined to ensure public safety, the police have pledged zero tolerance for… ...