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Malawi police on manhunt for teenager killers

Mike Baluti KondiMarch 25, 2026March 25, 202601 mins

The Malawi Police Service in Monkey Bay is actively pursuing a suspect linked to the death of 19-year-old Thokozani Alfred.

APM, Chihana hold ‘fruitful’ meeting

John MchopwiMarch 25, 2026March 25, 202601 mins

In an uncommon public appearance, the second vice president, Enock Chihana, has taken to social media to discuss a meeting he held with President Peter Mutharika.

Elon Musk’s Starlink blocked from operating in Namibia

Staff WriterMarch 25, 2026March 25, 202601 mins

Namibia has rejected an application by Elon Musk-owned Starlink for a licence to provide satellite internet services in the country, dealing the company a second setback in southern Africa.

Malawi parliament passes MK10 Trillion budget

Matilda KhemboMarch 24, 2026March 24, 202601 mins

Parliament has approved the National Budget for 2026/27, allocating a total of K10.978 trillion for government spending after extensive scrutiny, debate, and a vote-by-vote examination of the allocations.

Councillor dies in Karonga

Clement ChikhomoMarch 23, 2026March 23, 202601 mins

The Karonga District Council has reported the death of Hawkins Munthali, the Councillor for Uliwa Ward who was a member of the People’s Party.

Madagascar President introduces lie detectors

John MchopwiMarch 23, 2026March 23, 202602 mins

Madagascar’s military President, Colonel Michael Randrianirina, has launched an unusual and controversial anti-corruption measure: he’s ordered that all candidates seeking ministerial positions in the transitional government must first pass a lie detector (polygraph) test before they can be considered for office.

Young girl dies in Kasungu accident

Matilda KhemboMarch 23, 2026March 23, 202601 mins

A 7-year-old girl named Joice Phiri has tragically passed away as a result of a road accident that occurred at the Mitekete trading center along the earth road of Kasungu National Park.

Delays irk Kalumo legal team

Vincent ValaniMarch 23, 2026March 23, 202601 mins

The legal representatives for former Immigration Chief, Brigadier General Charles Kalumo, have voiced their apprehension regarding the ongoing postponement in the decision concerning his bail application.