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MHRC emphasizes Importance of strategic litigation in promoting gender equality

The Malawi Human Rights Commission (MHRC) has highlighted the significance of strategic litigation in advancing gender equality and protecting human rights in the country.

ICC completes 73 cases of complaints against police officers

The Independent Complaints Commission (ICC) says it has completed handling 73 out of 420 public complaints against police officers received since 2021.

Who’s Being Pardoned… and Why the Secrecy? YAS Demands Answers on Chakwera’s Easter Clemency List

The Youth and Society (YAS) has turned up the heat on the Malawi Prison Service, demanding full disclosure of the identities and profiles of 21 inmates recently pardoned by President Lazarus Chakwera as part of the Easter clemency exercise.

Women applauded for their role in national development

A local non-governmental organization, Sprodeta, has emphasized the crucial role of women in the country’s development.

DPP rips apart 2025-26 Budget

The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has described Malawi's economy as in a state of collapse as it touts...
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Investing in Women: Decent Work and Gender Equality as Catalysts for Progress

As we celebrate International Women's Day in 2024 under the resonant theme of 'Investing in Women: Accelerate Progress,' it is paramount to recognize the symbiotic relationship between decent work and gender equality.

Human rights partners bemoan delayed enactment of new Prison and Correctional Act

Human rights stakeholders have expressed concern over the delayed enactment of the new Prison and Correctional Act saying it is infringing on prisoners’ rights.

MACOHA for inclusive society through short films

Malawi Council for the Handicapped (MACOHA) has described Focus on Ability Short Film Festival initiative by Focus on Ability Society (FOAS) as crucial in achieving an inclusive society in Malawi.

Law Commission in child protection drive

The Malawi Law Commission has engaged Dedza based School Health and Nutrition (SHN) teachers and Primary Education Advisors (PEAs) on child and gender related laws to ensure that children are protected from all sorts of abuse.

CSO network condemns killing of police officer

Kasungu Civil Society Network has condemned the brutal killing of a police officer in the district, describing it as backward and cowardly conduct which has no room in a democracy.

Maula prison moves 58 young offenders for exams preparations

Maula prison has transferred 58 young offenders who are preparing for their Primary School Leaving Certificate, Junior Certificate of Education and Malawi School Certificate of Education examinations to Bvumbwe Young Offenders Rehabilitation Centre in Thyolo district due to lack of learning facilities at the prison.