Egrita Ndala By Cathy Maulidi: The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has said it is monitoring the situation at the Department of Immigration and Citizenship Services, eight months after bureau officials seized 28 mobile phones and cash from officers following complaints of alleged corruption. ACB Principal Public Relations Officer Egrita Ndala told The Daily Times that the […]
By Pemphero Malimba: The European Union (EU) has said there is a need to provide adequate resources to the police for them to counter politically connected violence ahead of the September 16 Tripartite Elections. EU Ambassador to Malawi Rune Skinnebach said this in an interview while commenting on the recent cases of violence in the […]
Special Adviser to President Lazarus Chakwera on Creative Industries, Q Malewezi, who is also a renowned poet, on Friday called upon poets and creatives in the country to use creativity as a tool for recovery, empowerment and change. The ‘People’ maker said this at Alliance Francaise in Blantyre during the celebration of World Poetry Day […]
By Jimmy Chazama Chitoliro Productionz, organisers of Urban Music People (UMP) Festival, has committed to pay tuition fees for 10 students at Cape Maclear Community Day Secondary School (CDSS) in Mangochi District. Chitoliro Productionz is preparing for this year’s UMP Festival, which is set to run from October 21 to 27 at Cape Maclear. UMP […]
By Mabvuto Kambuwe in Tunis, Tunisia: Malawi National Football Team captain John ‘CJ’ Banda believes the Flames can pull a surprise when they face Tunisia’s Carthage Eagles in the 2026 Fifa World Cup qualifiers this evening. The match is scheduled to kick off at 11pm Malawi time at Stade Olympique Hammadi Agrebi in the North […]
DELICATE—PoP cast removal Imagine having your leg in a Plaster of Paris (PoP) cast for over two months. Life is always difficult when mobility is affected, as the plaster also generates heat, making everything unbearable. However, when the time comes to have the cast removed, it is always a joyful moment, as one feels assured […]
Songs, traditional dances, film and drama, among other artistic forms, turned out to be channels for the speaking of French on Saturday, celebrating the International Francophone Day (Journee Internationale de la Francophone) at Alliance Francaise de Blantyre. Girls and boys from primary schools to students in secondary, college and university— they all showed the beauty […]
Nigerian singer Ada Ogochukwu Ehi, better known as Ada Ehi, is set to perform for the first time in the country at the Favour Gospel Concert. The concert will be held at Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe on May 31 2025. Favour Gospel Concert is organised by Jacobs Events, led by gospel musician […]
By Symon O. Mandala Disaster management systems can be organised in different ways depending on the coordination of efforts between various levels of government, organisations and communities. Generally, there are three main approaches to organising disaster management systems, namely centralised, decentralised and hybrid disaster management systems. The choice of the approach to adopt depends […]
The Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) has come hard on illegal forex trading in a move that is intended to eliminate the black market, unleashing a new wave of directives. RBM Governor Mac Donald Mafuta Mwale announced on Friday that the main aim is to kill the demand for forex on the black market which […]
Traditional leaders from Nkhotakota have overwhelmingly endorsed His Excellency, Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera’s bid for re-election, praising his unwavering dedication to the welfare of all Malawians and his commitment to the equitable distribution of development across the nation. The endorsement, which took place on Monday at Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe, came after President Chakwera […]
Ekhaya FC, the TNM Super League newcomers, gave the football giants, Bullets FC, a serious scare in a gripping Sapitwa 4 Season 3 final at Mulanje Park on Sunday. Despite their valiant effort, Ekhaya fell short, losing 1-0, with Nigerian striker Babatunde Adepoju scoring the only goal in the 82nd minute. With seven former Bullets […]
In a groundbreaking legal victory, the High Court has awarded a Blantyre-based lady K70 million in compensation for the wrongful mutilation of her vagina during multiple surgeries at Queen Elizabeth Hospital. The court ruled that the compensation was for the pain, suffering, loss of amenities, disfigurement, trauma, and psychological distress Charity endured following a series […]
In many of our communities, stories of people trapped in debt, losing assets to money lenders, or struggling to envision a secure financial future are all too common. Navigating the uncertain economic landscape demands a strategic, forward-thinking approach to money management that ensures a financially sound tomorrow. As Malawi grapples with economic instability, key players […]
A lot of demeaning of Karonga International Airport has been done. The airport has been called all sorts of names. Some calling it a garage and a grinding mill while others calling it a mortuary. Small minds they are. As for the villager, he is seeing a fully fledged international airport. The Air distance of […]
The Malawi National Council of Sports (MNCS) has called for a concerted effort to train sports journalists in the coverage of “lesser-followed” sporting disciplines beyond the traditionally dominant football and netball. Speaking at Safari Beach Lodge in Salima during the Sports Writers Association of Malawi (SWAM) Elective General Meeting (EGM), MNCS Chief Executive Officer, […]
Malawian FinTech startup TradeFlow Analytics has emerged victorious at the inaugural Zambia/Malawi Women in FinTech Hackathon, taking home a cash prize of $2,000. Zambian-based Mighty Fin secured second place, receiving $1,000. The week-long event, held at Lusaka Legacy Resort, showcased 16 innovative teams from the two countries. COMESA Business Council (CBC) Chief Operating Officer, Dr. […]
The long-awaited reopening of Mzuzu and Karonga airports is just three weeks away, marking a significant milestone for northern Malawi. Deputy Minister of Transport Steven Malondera confirmed the exciting news during an inspection of Karonga airport, emphasizing the transformative impact this move will have on mining, agriculture, and tourism in the region. Karonga Airport, which […]
The Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM), under the leadership of Governor Dr. McDonald Mafuta Mwale, has unveiled a new electronic forex tracking system aimed at curbing illegal forex trading and verifying legitimate import payments. This move comes at a critical juncture for Malawi, where forex scarcity and black-market rates have reached alarming levels—peaking at K5,000 […]
The founder and leader of Enlightened Christian Gathering (ECG) Jesus For All Nations, Major Prophet Shepherd Bushiri, has expressed his excitement and admiration for the growing talent in Malawi’s women’s football, following the electrifying conclusion of the 2024 Goshen-FAM Women’s Football Championship. Speaking during the prize presentation ceremony at Mpira Stadium in Chiwembe, Blantyre, on […]
Some residents of Mzimba have expressed disappointment with the leadership of local civil society organizations (CSOs), accusing them of failing to speak out on critical issues affecting the community. The residents claim that the CSO leadership has remained silent on serious incidents, raising concerns about their commitment to advocating for justice and accountability. Among the […]
The Malawi Congress Party (MCP)-led government has relocated 13 teachers who played a crucial role in the peaceful protests held on March 19, 2025. The demonstrations were staged at Parliament to oppose the government’s decision to implement only a 20 per cent salary increase instead of the 44 per cent demanded by civil servants to […]
The family of renowned Kenyan journalist Sophie Ikenye, who has been a prominent face on the BBC for years, is reaching out to well-wishers for financial support to facilitate an urgent medical surgery. According to a statement released by her family on Saturday, Ikenye has been battling a serious medical condition for the past eight […]
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 billion), aims to ease the backlog and improve the efficiency of passport issuance in the country. The Minister of Homeland […]
Malawi Communication Regulatory Authority (MACRA) Director General Daud Suleman has disclosed that the communication regulatory authority will carry out SIM card re-registration and cell phone registration to deal with fraud and other forms of cybercrime. Suleman disclosed this at the University of Malawi (UNIMA) during a public lecture under the theme “Digital rights: the law, […]
The 2018 Malawi Population and Housing Census (MPHC) reveals a significant demographic trend: 50% of the population falls within the 10-35 age bracket. This age group is characterized by boundless energy, creativity, and innovation, making them a vital force as they transition into the labour market. Harnessing the potential of this youthful population could be […]
Bambo wa zaka 42, James Kaipa, ali mchitokosi cha apolisi ku Balaka pomuganizira kuti anapezeka ndi mfuti popanda chilolezo. M’neneri wa apolisi m’bomali, Inspector Gladson M’bumpha, wati Kaipa adagwidwa ndi apolisi m’dera la Phalula pamodzi ndi anthu ena anayi omwenso akuyankha milandu yosiyanasiyana. A M’bumpha ati Kaipa akawonekera ku bwalo la milandu posachedwapa komwe akayankhe […]
Police in Machinga have warned traditional leaders in the district against authorising illegal mining activities in their areas. This follows a reported increase in illegal gold mining in villages such as Mkalawile, Mi sewe, Alawe, Mkalo and Kalanje in Traditional Authority Nkula in the district. Mandala: Some chiefs promote illegalmining. | Haneeph Maulana Speaking on […]
M’mbelwa District Council director of administration Viston Mulungu has asked communities of Traditional Authority (T/A) Mzikubola to protect the 9 770-hectare Mtangatanga Forest in Mzimba District. He said this on Friday at Chasato Primary School when the council and communities signed a co-management agreement on the protection of the forest reserve. Mulungu plants a tree. […]
Deputy Minister of Transport and Public Works Baba Steven Malondera says Karonga International Airport will be ready for commercial flight in 21 days following rehabilitation works going on at the facility. The deputy minister on Saturday inspected the airport which last hosted commercial flights 15 years ago. Malondera (2R) and Schoeman (R) interact during the […]
National Initiative for Civic Education (Nice) Trust has equipped 40 volunteers from Dedza District with skills to prevent violence against women, youths and people with disabilities ahead of the September 16 General Election. Kalawa: Come up with different strategies. | Zenak Matekenya Dedza district Nice Trust programmes officer Vincent Kalawa, who facilitated the training, said […]
There is Hope has handed over medical supplies worth K102 million to Dzaleka Health Centre in Dowa. The organisation’s deputy executive director Anock Kapira said the organisation has been making such donations for six years, with support from the International Association for Refugees Canada in partnership with Partners International Canada. Lali (L) receives the supplies […]
Mangochi District Council senior welfare assistant Samuel Chitseko has underscored the importance of artists in public awareness. He said this in the district on Friday during a training National Iniative for Civic Education (Nice) Trust and the council organised for gospel and secular artists and producers from the district. ”Artists have the power to educate […]
Malawi markets itself as the Warm Heart of Africa, but has been cold-hearted towards its citizens. The tagline pays tribute to its friendly people, beautiful landscapes and welcoming culture. However, Malawians are being roasted left, right and centre in an oven. Due to unprecedented economic and governance challenges that threaten our society, everyone seems exhausted. […]
As the sun sets over Ntchisi District, Dolofe Tsitsi, 52, is shelling maize outside her home. Her hands weathered by years of hard labour, she cannot read or write. “I didn’t go to school. My parents couldn’t afford it,” Tsitsi regrets. This lack of formal education complicates her participation in democratic processes, especially elections. In […]
The 2026 World Cup qualifier between the Flames and Namibia at Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe on Thursday grossed K76.96 million. Malawi lost the match 0-1. The gross was about K42 million more than what was raised from the Africa Nations Championship play-offs second leg against Comoros a fortnight ago. Flames midfielder Patrick Mwaungulu in […]
Goshen City founder and visionnaire Prophet Shepherd Bushiri says they will support Kukoma Ntopwa Women’s campaign at the Cosafa qualifier for CAF Women’s Club Champions League in South Africa later this year. He said this on Saturday at Mpira Stadium in Blantyre after Kukoma Ntopwa won the Goshen-FAM National Women’s Championship for the second time […]
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