Steve Chirombo

Minister of Agriculture, Sam Kawale, has encouraged farmers in the country to fully embrace irrigation farming and not solely depend on rain-fed agriculture.

Chiefs in the area of Traditional Authorities (T/As) Kachere and Kaphuka in Dedza district have vowed to support candidates vying for various positions, as long as they have development agendas and agree to conduct their campaign peacefully.

Malawi is reviving farmers' clubs to boost food security and drive economic growth. This initiative, supported by expanded access to agricultural loans and resources through programs like the National Economic Empowerment Fund (NEEF), aims to increase agricultural productivity and improve the livelihoods of Malawian farmers.

In the heart of Dedza, in Group Village Head Mwanzimba, under Traditional Authority Kaphuka, lies the Malindima Irrigation Scheme, a 22.5-hectare agricultural project with the potential to expand to 40 hectares.

Centre for Human Rights and Rehabilitation (CHRR), District Coordinator for Dedza, Lloyd Ndalama has urged people to go and register for them to choose leaders of their choice during the September 16th, 2025 General Elections.

Director of Administration for Dedza District Council, Chris Salaniponi, has advised members of the District Elections Supervisory Team (DEST) to be professional in handling electoral matters in the district in light of the forthcoming 2025 general elections.

Police in Dedza District have arrested 28-year-old Solomon Simango of Kanduna Village in Traditional Authority Kamenyagwaza in the district on suspicion that he killed his wife.