Month: July 2025 Posts

Secrecy shrouds Chakwera’s prison pardons

Jul 07, 2025 Malawi24 Reporter 0 &

As Malawi marked its 61st Independence Day, President Lazarus Chakwera pardoned 37 inmates in a move framed as part of ongoing justice reforms and national healing. The decision, however, has stirred significant criticism and concerns… ...

Ching’oma questions opposition no-show at Independence Worship Service

Jul 05, 2025 Eric Chiputula 0 &

Homeland Security Minister Ezekiel Ching’oma has questioned the absence of opposition political parties from the National Service of Worship held on Saturday, marking the spiritual start to Malawi’s 6 July Independence Day celebrations. The event,… ...

Government bans unauthorized use of security uniforms

Jun 25, 2025 Archangel Nzangaya 0 &

The Ministry of Homeland Security has issued a stern warning against the rising trend of civilians and political actors wearing uniforms meant for Malawi’s security forces, describing the practice as a serious threat to public… ...

CDEDI demands update on passport issuance stalemate

Jun 17, 2025 Archangel Nzangaya 0 &

The Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI) has written to the Ministry of Homeland Security demanding an official update on the ongoing halt of passport issuance in Malawi. In a letter addressed to… ...

Government signs $29.9 million deal for improved passport services

Mar 24, 2025 Ephraim Mkali Banda 0 &

The Malawian government has signed a five-year agreement with Madras Security Printers Private Limited, a company tasked with enhancing passport production services. According to the documents reviewed, the deal, worth USD 29.9 million (approximately K52… ...

Government signs $29.9 million passport deal amid transparency concerns 

Feb 24, 2025 Burnett Munthali 0 &

The Malawian government has entered into a five-year passport supply contract worth $29,975,450 (about K52.7 billion) with Indian firm Madras Security Printers Private Limited, replacing local ICT company E-Tech Systems.  However, concerns have arisen regarding… ...

Communities raise red flag: ministry urged to act on security lapse

Feb 18, 2025 Archangel Nzangaya 0 &

The communities of Chulu, Mphomwa, and Chisinga in Kasungu district have raised concerns over a disturbing security lapse, urging the Ministry of Home Affairs and Internal Security to take immediate action. In a letter to… ...