“Strait of Hormuz closed”
Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz and launched missile and drone attacks on Gulf states hosting United States military assets following fresh US strikes on Iranian military targets, in a major escalation of tensions in the Middle East.
Joyce Banda awarded African accolade
Former Malawi President Joyce Banda has been honored with an African Champions award by the Asia-Africa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AACCI) – Chapter during this year’s Africa Walk held in Abeokuta, Nigeria.
Malawi set for maiden Wafcon
Malawi Women’s National Football Team coach Lovemore Fazili has named a 23-member final squad for the 2026 WAFCON finals in Morocco later this month.
Malawi to host SADC Ministerial meetings
Malawi will host the 28th Ordinary Meeting of the SADC Ministerial Committee of the Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation on 16–17 July 2026 at the Livingstonia International Conference Centre [LICC] in Salima.
Tanker driver dies in a terrible accident
A tanker driver, whose identity remains unknown, has tragically lost his life after the tanker he was operating ignited following a road collision in Chiradzulu during the early hours of today.
Govt condemns Doctors murder
The Ministry of Gender, Children, and Disability has strongly condemned the killing of Dr Favour Atughanile Chomo, describing the incident as a tragic loss to her family, the medical profession and the nation.
Chief Malemia convicted for rape
The Senior Resident Magistrate’s Court in Zomba has convicted Senior Chief Malemia of rape and of giving money to a girl to procure an abortion.
“School fees in public universities will NOT be reduced” -Govt
Minister of Education Bright Msaka says the increase in tuition fees at public universities is intended to improve the quality of higher education and ensure the institutions operate sustainably.
Congolese kills wife in Malawi
Police in Dowa have arrested a 44-year-old Congolese national, Wilonje Ettando, on suspicion that he killed his 22-year-old wife, Mapendo Assan, at Dzaleka Refugee Camp in the District. Dowa Police spokesperson Alice Sitima confirmed the incident, saying the deceased was taken to Dzaleka Health Centre by her relatives together with the suspect, where medical personnel…
Police arrest man in murder of a medical doctor
Malawi Police have arrested a 25-year-old man in connection with the murder of Dr Atughanile Chomo, whose body was found at her residence in Mount Pleasant, in Blantyre district.


