Thieves steal electricity power lines
Approximately 350 meters of electric power lines belonging to the Electricity Supply Commission of Malawi (ESCOM) have reportedly been stolen by unknown criminals in Zomba.
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Young University of Malawi Lecturer found dead
Authorities in Zomba are reportedly investigating the death of Mary Hamba Nyirenda, a 23-year-old assistant lecturer at the University of Malawi (UNIMA), who was discovered deceased in her room at her residence in the City.
Court rules on land ownership case
In a prominent land case in Malawi, the High Court, acting as a Constitutional Court in Blantyre, has rejected a petition from the privately owned Pacific Limited that contested certain provisions of the nation’s land laws.
Govt addresses interns payment glitch
The Ministry of Labour, Skills and Innovation has announced that the outstanding stipend arrears for graduates participating in the government internship program, which have accumulated over two months, will be resolved by August this year. This delay has been attributed to issues with the payroll system.
Over 41 thousand Malawians return from Malawi
The Department of Disaster Management Affairs (DoDMA) says over 41,900 individuals have been repatriated from South Africa.
OPC denies Zunaid Moti Ambassadorial role reports
The Office of the President and Cabinet (OPC) has dismissed as false social media claims that South African businessman Zunaid Moti has been appointed to a diplomatic position by the Malawi Government and given preferential treatment, including government contracts.
”Protect Doctors”-Chithyola tells Government
The Leader of the Opposition in Parliament, Simplex Chithyola Banda, has called on the government to enhance the safety and security of medical professionals, cautioning that ongoing delays in addressing their issues could increase the country’s brain drain.
Henry Mussa appointed Malawi Institute of Tourism boss
Former Information Minister Henry Mussa has been appointed as the new Executive Director of the Malawi Institute of Tourism (MIT).
Two men die at Kombucha Factory
Malawi Data News has learnt that two employees of a Kombucha beverage manufacturing company situated at the Njewa Industrial site in Lilongwe have died after they drowned in a septic tank while trying to clear a blockage.
Prodigal son: Man who stole from NBS bank seeks forgiveness
A previous employee of NBS Bank, who is currently serving a 10-year prison sentence for stealing MK47 Million has requested forgiveness from his former employer.