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Balaka woman escapes jail for holding a gun

Matilda KhemboFebruary 5, 2026February 5, 202602 mins

The Balaka First Grade Magistrate’s Court has found Rhoda Amos, a 55-year-old woman, guilty and sentenced her for possessing a firearm without the necessary permit or license.

Former ministers, Zamba facing abuse of office charges

Matilda KhemboFebruary 4, 2026February 4, 202601 mins

Three ex-senior government officials have been charged with abuse of office, fraud, and money laundering in connection with contracts awarded to East Bridge for fertilizer, soya beans, and tobacco.

Two year old girl dies in an accident

John MchopwiFebruary 4, 2026February 4, 202601 mins

A 2-year-old girl, known as Grace Makano, has died after being struck by a lorry in Chiphaso, Kasungu.

Collen Zamba ARRESTED

Matilda KhemboFebruary 2, 2026February 2, 202601 mins

Former Secretary to President and Cabinet Colleen Zamba has been arrested again on fresh allegations of abuse of office.

Former Agriculture minister Kawale ARRESTED

Vincent ValaniFebruary 2, 2026February 2, 202601 mins

Police in Lilongwe have arrested former Minister of Agriculture, Sam Kawale.

Former Minister Gwengwe ARRESTED!

Matilda KhemboFebruary 1, 2026February 1, 202601 mins

Former Cabinet Minister Sosten Gwengwe has been arrested by police in Lilongwe.

Indian Hemp burnt to ASHES

Clement ChikhomoJanuary 28, 2026January 28, 202601 mins

Authorities in Salima have torched a minimum of five tons of marijuana that were confiscated from individuals discovered in possession of the substance without appropriate legal documentation. As stated by Police Spokesperson Rabecca Ndiwate, the marijuana was eliminated through controlled incineration at facilities designated for such activities. Ndiwate clarified that this action aligns with legal…

Former Malawi Minister added to a money laundering case

Staff WriterJanuary 28, 2026January 28, 202601 mins

Former Homeland Security Minister Ezekiel Ching’oma has been added in a money laundering case alongside two former senior police officers, Laudon Nthinda and Ackis Muwanga.