Mzimba Archives

Mzimba youth urged to take the lead in elections

Nov 23, 2024 Ephraim Mkali Banda 0 &

The Next Generation Leaders Association (NEGLA) North has started a campaign to encourage young people in Mzimba District to take part in the upcoming elections. This drive aims to empower the youth to not only… ...

Voter registration begins next week Mzimba, DC calls for active participation

Nov 22, 2024 Ephraim Mkali Banda 0 &

With voter registration set to commence next week in Mzimba District, District Commissioner Rodney Simwaka has called on residents to actively participate in the process to shape the future leadership of their communities. Speaking in… ...

National Community Development Policy targets sustainable growth

Nov 21, 2024 Ephraim Mkali Banda 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… ...

Fire destroys Makolo Hardware Store in Mzimba

Nov 19, 2024 Ephraim Mkali Banda 0 &

A devastating fire destroyed Makolo Hardware and General Dealers in Mzimba on the afternoon of November 18, 2024. The store, owned by Abubakar Mwamadi, was engulfed in flames despite efforts to save it. The fire… ...

Mzimba District Hospital under fire for alleged negligence in maternity care

Nov 18, 2024 Ephraim Mkali Banda 0 &

Mzimba District Hospital is facing accusations of negligence in its maternity ward, with claims suggesting this may have led to preventable deaths of mothers and newborns. Dorothy Phiri, a resident, shared her heartbreaking story, blaming… ...

CSOs urge opposition to stop pressuring MEC

Nov 14, 2024 Ephraim Mkali Banda 0 &

In Mzimba, a group of concerned Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) is urging opposition parties to stop pressuring the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) and its Chairperson, Annabel Mtalimanja. The CSOs argue that the constant pressure could… ...

CSOs in Mzimba to hold elections with MEC oversight for fair process

Nov 13, 2024 Ephraim Mkali Banda 0 &

The Mzimba district Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) are set to hold elections tomorrow to choose new leaders. Christopher Melele, the current Chairperson and Executive Director of the Mzimba Institute for Development Communication Trust (MIDCT), explained… ...