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Mchinji’s unsung heroes driving immunization in hard-to-reach areas

A quiet revolution is happening in the remotest parts of Mchinji, where the nearest health facilities are often several kilometers away.

WORI brings hope to girls in Thyolo

In a district where 662 adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) underwent unsafe abortions between January and September 2024 alone, the story of one young woman from Traditional Authority (T/A) Bvumbwe puts a human face on a crisis many prefer to ignore.

World Press Freedom Day: Is the media really free?

As we commemorate this year’s World Press Freedom Day on 3rd May, I take time to reflect on...

Thriving Through Trials: Fighting the Battle Away from the Frontline

The then Minister of Homeland Security, Ken Zikhale Ngoma, used his power to weave lies and push a political agenda that harmed the very people I sought to protect—unarmed, vulnerable refugees and asylum seekers.

Vouching for women’s spaces in political leadership

Between June 10 and July 5, presidential, parliamentary and local government aspirants for the September 16 General Elections will collect nomination forms and present them to the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) as an application package for their candidature.
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Embracing Self-Appreciation: Learning from Our Mistakes

In a world that often prioritizes perfection and success, it's easy to overlook the importance of self-appreciation, especially when we find ourselves grappling with the consequences of our mistakes.

Breaking the Stigma of Mental Health in Minority Communities

The stigma surrounding mental health issues casts a shadow that dims the path to healing, particularly within minority communities. This shadow amplifies the weight of suffering and obstructs the journey toward wellness.

Empowering Kibera’s Youth: The Story of Ghetto Rats Fighting Plastic Pollution

In the heart of Kibera, Nairobi's largest slum, a group of young activists is making waves in the fight against plastic pollution. Meet Ghetto Rats Youth Group, a grassroots initiative that is not only cleaning up their community but also turning plastic waste into a source of income.

Child labour powered by unplanned and abandoned children

“It has been hell on earth. Sleeping on an empty stomach, going from one place to the other in search of any piece of work in order to find food, clothing and school materials on our own, and that has been part of our lives.”

Probing candidates vying for SG position at MCP convention

Campaign for various positions in the National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) has heated up amidst a ban the party imposed on its members not to start campaigning.

March 2024 floods leave Malawian children in despair

In the wake of devastating floods that have swept through Malawi districts, leaving communities submerged and families displaced, the voices of children like James* and Lucy highlight the profound impact of the disaster on the most vulnerable.