Tension as Tanzanian ship is found on Lake Malawi waters
A Tanzanian vessel carrying coal has been detained at Monkey Bay Jetty after it allegedly arrived without notifying Malawi’s port authorities in advance.
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Finally, Govt opens up on job recruitments
More than five months after the government imposed a freeze on public sector recruitment, ministries and government departments can now resume recruiting staff.
“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.
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.
Loans Board engaging ex students on repayment
The Higher Education Students’ Loans and Grants Board (HESLGB) has appealed to former student loan beneficiaries and employers to fulfil their obligations under the Higher Education Students’ Loans and Grants Board Act of 2015 to help sustain the country’s student loan programme.
CDF Funds disbursed to councils
The Ministry of Finance has disbursed K7.866 billion under the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) to councils that have submitted the required documentation for development projects proposed by Members of Parliament in their constituencies.