“75 percent of Malawians are POOR”-The World Bank says
Malawi’s poverty levels are concerning, with 75% of the population living on less than $3 (approximately K5,253) per day, according to the World Bank’s latest Poverty and Equity Brief.
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Umodzi Party speaks tough on recent taxes, agriculture inputs
Umodzi Party President Thomas Kaumba has expressed concern over the government’s implementation of the lean season food program, alleging corruption and favoritism towards ruling party members.
Collen Zamba ARRESTED!
Colleen Zamba, former Secretary to the President and Cabinet, has been arrested at Kamuzu International Airport in Lilongwe. She was detained at the airport’s VIP Lounge before being taken to Lingadzi Police Station for processing. Zamba was reportedly traveling to Geneva in Switzerland via South Africa, but the purpose of her trip is unclear. Her…
Parliament approves 8 Trillion Kwacha budget increase
Parliament has approved the 2025/2026 Mid-Year Review Budget, increasing the total package to K8.589 trillion.
JB appointed among Global Fairness Initiative board
Malawi’s former President Joyce Banda has been appointed Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Global Fairness Initiative, a US-based NGO focused on equitable economic development. Banda replaces Kabine Komara, former Prime Minister of Guinea, and brings her experience as a champion of African development to the role. She expressed her honor and readiness to…
Mutharika travelling to South Africa on a private trip today
President Peter Mutharika is embarking on a private visit to South Africa today, as announced by Chief Secretary Justin Saidi.
Mutharika urges Malawi military to be proffesional
President Peter Mutharika has pledged to ensure the safety and security of Malawians through a collaborative approach between security agencies and communities.
Court stops redeployment of senior police officers
The High Court in Lilongwe has granted an injunction to five senior officers of the Malawi Police Service (MPS), stopping the government’s decision to redeploy them to the civil service.
Thousands of Malawians deported from South Africa
Malawi is facing a significant influx of returnees, with over 1,500 citizens arriving through the Mwanza border alone this month, after being deported from South Africa for being in the country illegally.
‘We have not arrested Chakwera’-Malawi Police
The Malawi Police Service (MPS) has categorically denied rumors regarding the arrest of former President Lazarus Chakwera. Deputy National Police Public Relations Officer Alfred Chimthere emphasized that no arrest warrant has been issued for Chakwera, urging the public to verify information through official channels before dissemination.