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Concerned UTM diehards set for massive anti-government demos in Mzuzu

Mar 02, 2021 Thula Chisamba 0 &

Some concerned UTM diehards have disclosed that preparations for anti-government demonstrations slated for Friday are at an advanced stage. Among some of the reasons for holding the protests include, but are not limited to nepotism,… ...

Musician Sean Morgan feels honoured by UMP award

Mar 01, 2021 Malawi24 Reporter 0 &

By Romeo Umali Musician Sean Morgan says he feels honoured after being named Urban Music People Awards (UMP) reggae superstar of the month of February. The artist said in an interview there are a lot… ...

12-year-old boy commits suicide in Zomba

Mar 01, 2021 Malawi24 Reporter 0 &

A 12-year-old boy has hanged himself at Matawale in Zomba district. Deputy Public Relations Officer for Zomba Police Station Sergeant Patrick Maseko said the incident happened on February 28, 2021. The deceased has been identified… ...

Chakwera wants teachers to call off strike

Mar 01, 2021 Mwayi Mkandawire 0 &

President Lazarus Chakwera has urged teachers to understand the direction given by scientists that the teachers are not among workers that are at high risk to Covid-19. Presidential Press Secretary Brian Banda made the remarks… ...

12 fined K256,000 for contravening Covid-19 regulations

Mar 01, 2021 Martha Chikoti 0 &

The Dowa First Grade Magistrate's Court has ordered twelve people to pay fines amounting to K256,000 for contravening Covid-19 rules and regulations. The court through state prosecutor Sergeant Joseph Banda heard that the 12 were… ...

NFRA boss suspended over misappropriation of K611 million

Mar 01, 2021 Russell Kondowe 0 &

National Food Reserve Agency (NFRA) Chief Executive Officer Nasinuku Saukira has been suspended after K611 million meant for maize purchase was used for operations. NFRA board chairperson Dennis Kalekeni informed Saukila about the suspension in… ...

Cash Madam, Magalasi deny charges

Mar 01, 2021 Malawi24 Reporter 0 &

Businessperson Dorothy Shonga, also known as Cash Madam, and former Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) chief executive officer Collins Magalasi have pleaded not guilty to charges levelled against them. Magalasi, MERA public relations officer Patrick… ...