Man kills father for denying him marriage plans
Police in Mchinji have arrested 21-year-old Gerald Moffat for allegedly murdering his 42-year-old father, Moffat Majamu Banda, following a disagreement over his intention to marry his cousin.
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Stakeholders raise questions over Mutharika stay abroad
The Public Affairs Committee (PAC) has demanded transparency and accountability regarding President Peter Mutharika’s extended private visit to South Africa, stating that citizens have a constitutional and moral right to know his status and how state resources are used.
‘Stop the Jane Ansah mess’-Kapito tells Mutharika
The Consumers Association of Malawi has issued a statement criticizing President Peter Mutharika for orchestrating a rift with the of Vice President Jane Ansah, cautioning that this internal conflict jeopardizes institutional leadership during an acute economic downturn. In correspondence dated 27th October 2026, CAMA Executive Director John Kapito emphasized that the Vice Presidency constitutes a…
Mutharika stops parliament meeting
Malawi President Peter Mutharika has postponed the upcoming mid-term budget meeting of Parliament, originally scheduled to run from November 9 to December 11, 2026.
Malawi makes Ballon dÓr history through Temwa
Malawian football phenom Temwa Chawinga has rewritten the record books, becoming the first African woman in history to break into the top 10 of the Women’s Ballon d’Or. At the prestigious awards ceremony held in London, the 28-year-old Kansas City Current striker placed 10th in the world, cementing her status as an elite global icon. With this achievement, Chawinga officially surpasses the previous African record set by Nigeria’s Asisat Oshoala, who finished 12th in 2023.
Chitipa man arrested for carrying fake US Dollars
The Chitipa Police Department has apprehended a 43-year-old individual, Maclean Kayange, a resident of Mthandizi Village under the jurisdiction of Senior Chief Mwaulambya, on suspicion of unlawfully possessing counterfeit United States currency and Tanzanian shillings.
Govt moves to fix Chiweta mess
The Minister of Transport and Public Works, Jappie Mhango, has announced that the government intends to undertake temporary rehabilitation efforts on the M1 road at the Chiweta section in Rumphi to alleviate the difficulties experienced by motorists during their journeys.
Rains to distort fishing activities in Lake Malawi
Nkhata Bay District is expected to experience normal to above normal rainfall during the 2026/2027 rainy season, raising fears of flooding in low lying areas and strong winds that could disrupt fishing and transport on Lake Malawi.
‘Malawi’s fuel crisis to end next week’
Energy Minister Jean Mathanga has said that 23. 6 million litres of motor fuel purchased by the government are on their way and it is hoped that when they arrive in the country they will alleviate the fuel shortage from next week.
Three pupils collapse in Chikwawa
Details have emerged that three pupils collapsed due to presumed heatwave at Mitole Primary School in Chikwawa after temperatures marked to 43 degrees Celsius in the district.