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Malawi at crossroads: Calls for grand opposition electoral alliance ahead of September 16 polls builds up
The Maravi Post
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July 11, 2025
By Yongo wa Yongo also known as Emmanuel Mwanyongo Malawi stands at a critical juncture – a juncture defined by a deepening crisis of leadership, politics and governance. It is against this backdrop that I write, in my personal capacity as a...
Malawi’s soaring trade deficit raises red flags for the economy
The Maravi Post
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July 11, 2025
Malawi’s trade deficit has widened by a staggering 28 percent, reaching an alarming MK2 trillion, according to the latest figures released by the Reserve Bank of Malawi. This sharp increase is largely attributed to a surge in imports, which grew...
Malawi shines globally as 13 students secure prestigious Indonesian scholarships
The Maravi Post
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July 11, 2025
BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Malawi has made a significant mark on the global academic stage after 13 of its students were awarded the prestigious Kemitraan Negara Berkembang (KNB) Scholarship by the Government of Indonesia. This fully-funded program is...
Malawi Lands $12 Billion Chinese Deal To Boost Mining And Balance Regional Influence
Benzinga
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The Southeastern African country has secured $12 billion in mining and infrastructure investments from China. The deals, signed under Malawi’s Minister of Mining, Ken Zikhale Reeves Ng'oma, could elevate the landlocked country in the global...
Malawi Prison Service quells strike rumours, reaffirms commitment to security
Malawi 24
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July 11, 2025
The Malawi Prison Service (MPS) has moved to assure the public that all prison facilities across the country remain secure and fully operational, dismissing widespread rumors of a potential strike by correctional officers. In an interview with...
Malawi Prison Officers Threaten Strike Over Poor Working Conditions and Stalled Promotions
Face of Malawi
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July 11, 2025
245 words • approx. 2 min read Paramilitary officers from various prisons across Malawi have issued a strong warning of an impending nationwide strike, citing long-standing neglect and poor working conditions. The disgruntled officers, speaking...
Amy Diaz Bids farewell, calls for democratic values in Malawi’s 2025 elections
Malawi 24
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July 11, 2025
Lilongwe, Malawi – July 11, 2025 – The outgoing United States Chargé d’Affaires to Malawi, Amy Diaz, has held farewell meetings with several opposition party presidential contenders, urging them to uphold democratic principles and maintain peace...
Fire Safety in Cities: Minister Urges City Officials to Consider Better Infrastructure Planning
Nyasa Times
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July 11, 2025
Minister of Local Government, Unity and Culture, Richard Chimwendo Banda, has urged city councils’ officials to prioritize planning of infrastructure that promotes efforts in facilitating timely fire extinguishing machinery operations. Banda said...
PAC demands clarity from Chakwera over Lilongwe protest violence
Malawi 24
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July 11, 2025
The Public Affairs Committee (PAC), a prominent interfaith body of religious leaders in Malawi, has condemned the Malawi Police Service for remaining silent on whether any arrests have been made following the violent protests that occurred in...
US Chargé d’Affaires Amy Diaz bids farewell to opposition leaders, calls for peaceful elections
The Maravi Post
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July 11, 2025
LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The outgoing US Chargé d’Affaires Amy Diaz has concluded her farewell meetings with Malawian political party leaders, emphasizing the importance of upholding democratic values and avoiding political violence as the country...
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina indicted for crimes against humanity over student massacre
The Maravi Post
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July 11, 2025
In a dramatic development shaking the political foundations of Bangladesh, a special tribunal has officially indicted ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The indictment follows the tribunal’s acceptance of charges linking Hasina to crimes against...
Know Your Presidential Aspirant (3): Atupele Muluzi, opportunist, desperate for power coupled with greed, betrayal of hope
The Maravi Post
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July 11, 2025
As Malawi gears up for its forthcoming tripartite elections, the political landscape is once again marred by the ambitions of individuals whose motivations are questionable at best. Among the 15 presidential hopefuls, Atupele Muluzi stands out not...
Today’s Editorial: Violence in MCP primaries threatens Malawi’s electoral integrity
The Maravi Post
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July 11, 2025
The recent reports of violence and disputes during the Mzimba Central constituency primaries of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) present a disturbing reality that must not be ignored. While primary elections are a cornerstone of intra-party...
Election chance for fresh start—Kabambe
The Nation Malawi
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July 11, 2025
UTM Party president Dalitso Kabambe says the September 16 2025 General Election offers Malawians an opportunity for a fresh start to overcome a myriad of challenges they are grappling with. The former Reserve Bank of Malawi governor said this...
Malawi clinches $12-billion mining, infrastructure investments from China
Engineering News
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JOHANNESBURG (miningweekly.com) – Malawi has concluded $12-billion worth of Chinese mining and infrastructure transactions, which are positioning the landlocked country in south-eastern Africa for the supply of critical minerals, APAnews reports....
Team Malawi earns more gold medals in Namibia
The Times Group Malawi
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July 11, 2025
By Peter Fote in Windhoek, Namibia: The gods continued smiling on mother Malawi yesterday at the African Union Region 5 Games in Namibia with three gold medals in the bag, bringing the total of top finishes to six. Malawi’s first gold medal of the...
European Union gives up on Malawi’s graft fight
The Times Group Malawi
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July 11, 2025
By Deogratias Mmana: The outgoing European Union (EU) Ambassador to Malawi Rune Skinnebach has said the fight against corruption has not improved in Malawi despite the support of the intentional community. He has since left the ball in the hands...
Suleman urges Malawians to embrace and understand the Data Protection Act
Malawi 24
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July 11, 2025
The Director General of the Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA), Daud Suleman, has called on all Malawians, especially courier service providers and media professionals, to familiarise themselves with the Data Protection Act....
Minister Kabwila Pushes Digital Shift to Boost Access to Quality Teacher Training
Nyasa Times
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July 10, 2025
Minister of Higher Education, Dr. Jessie Kabwila, has announced a major breakthrough in teacher education: all applications to public Teacher Training Colleges (TTCs) in Malawi will now be processed entirely online. Speaking during the official...
ACB Arrests Two for Procurement Fraud at Malawi Parliament
Face of Malawi
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July 11, 2025
Published on July 11, 2025 at 9:27 AM by Evance Kapito 143 words • approx. 1 min read The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has arrested Alinafe Banda Maliwasa and Grace Kuseni in Lilongwe for their alleged involvement in procurement-related...