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Police, MRA raid MCP lawyer Kadzipatike’s offices

More than 20 police and Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) officers have raided the law offices of opposition Malawi Congress Party (MCP) director o…

Left Behind: The sudden end of the repatriation of stranded Malawians from South Africa

The planned end of Malawi’s free repatriation programme on August 12 has sparked concerns over thousands of Malawians still stranded in South Af…

Brian Banda left a mark on Malawi’s journalism, says MISA

MISA Malawi has paid tribute to late journalist Brian Banda, describing him as a hardworking and dedicated media professional with a lasting leg…

?He could finish you’: Politicians remember Brian Banda

Politicians have paid tribute to Brian Banda, remembering him as a fearless broadcaster whose tough questions and distinctive personality made h…

Govt pushes Mombera University, Hora Mountain projects

Government says Mombera University is closer to construction after completion of key paperwork, while plans to develop Hora Mountain as a touris…

The voice that fell silent: Malawi mourns Brian Banda

Malawi is mourning celebrated broadcaster Brian Banda, who died at Mwaiwathu Private Hospital in Blantyre after a short illness.

Healing abroad, dying at home: The human cost of Malawi Government deals

Malawi’s plan to send 500 nurses to Israel has raised concerns over staff shortages, healthcare access and the future of the country’s public ho…

MBC Director General Brian Banda dies after short illness

Brian Banda, the Director General of the Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC), has died. MBC has confirmed that he died at Mwaiwathu Private Ho…

Mutharika urged to seek guidance from former leaders

President Arthur Peter Mutharika has been urged to consult former presidents and vice presidents to help address Malawi’s challenges and promote…

Cheap maize cannot pay school fees - Chithyola

Opposition Leader Simplex Chithyola Banda says low maize prices are hurting farmers as high fertiliser and input costs leave them struggling to…

Shame on State House: Mutharika’s secret trips to South Africa are a betrayal to Malawian taxpayers

Author Rick Dzida is questioning President Peter Mutharika’s repeated trips to South Africa, demanding transparency on costs, purpose, and leade…

MPs hailed for fast-tracking digital finance reforms

Finance Minister Joseph Mwanamvekha has praised MPs for passing four key Bills aimed at modernising Malawi’s payment systems and strengthening t…

MRA records over 500 tax evasion cases at KIA

The Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) has revealed that it has recorded more than 500 cases of tax evasion at Kamuzu International Airport (KIA) si…

Zodiak, Luntha face the chop

Government is pushing MACRA to punish Zodiak Broadcasting Corporation and Luntha TV over broadcasts

Fake fingerprints expose FISP fraud risks

Malawi’s Farm Input Support Programme (FISP) is facing growing scrutiny after the Parliamentary Committee on Agriculture and Irrigation uncovere…

K24.7bn could fly returnees home, Malondera argues

The K24.7 billion repatriation bill has triggered questions over value for money, with legislator arguing that the amount could have funded air…

MACRA targets stronger data protection compliance

Malawi is set to strengthen compliance with its data protection laws through proposed regulations that will require organisations handling perso…

Rumphi to benefit from free health screening campaign

More than 1,000 people in Rumphi district are expected to benefit from a free health screening campaign targeting eyesight problems, diabetes, a…