Cholera kills woman in Neno
One person has died of cholera in Neno district Neno District has reported its first cholera-related death this season, with three confirmed cases and 46 suspected cases as of January 13, 2026.
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Malawi to plant 41 million trees this year
The Malawi government has set an ambitious target to plant 41 million trees in the 2025/2026 National Forestry Season.
Murder convict granted bail
Anne Mumba, convicted of murdering her husband Professor Peter Mumba, has been granted bail by the Supreme Court of Appeal pending her appeal against the conviction.
Its important: Nyash among words added to Oxford dictionary
The Oxford English Dictionary has just added the word “nyash” to its 2026 update, along with over 22 other Nigerian and West African words, highlighting the region’s growing impact on global English .
Police yet to arrest killers of a young girl
Police in Lilongwe are still investigating the murder of 21-year-old Beatrice Chabwera, whose body was found in Area 49 back in November last year.
Chinese man dies in a terrible hit and run accident
A Chinese national, identified as Zong-Qing Tang aged 33, has died in a hit and run accident in Dowa district, police say.
Malawi President changes cabinet: No more minister of state
President Peter Mutharika has made significant changes to his Cabinet, aiming to strengthen his administration and enhance service delivery in key sectors.
Medical officer kills friend for stealing beer
A medical officer Patrick Manzanka has been arrested for killing his friend who was accused of stealing beer at a party in Dowa district.
Lobola causes TROUBLE: Man kills mother, father injured
A 32-year-old man whose name is Zikuthabwanji Dimiyoni, has been arrested for killing his mother and injuring his father over K10,000 lobola money from his sister’s marriage. The incident happened on December 30, 2025, at Zipendo Village, Nathenje, Lilongwe. Dimiyoni reportedly attacked his parents with a wooden stick after they asked for their share of…
Macra opens window on retaining licenses
The Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) says it is reconsidering revoked licenses from the past decade.