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Rearrest of repeat robber exposes cracks in justice system

Crime December 24, 2025 0

Lilongwe police have rearrested a man with multiple convictions for similar crimes, triggering an investigation into how he regained his freedom.

Vice president’s office rejects alleged UK trip budget documents as fake

National December 23, 2025 0

The office did not provide further details on the vice president’s travel plans, if any, but reiterated that official information would be communicated through established government channels.

Prevalence of suicidal behaviors above 10%- UNC Project

Health December 23, 2025 0

The country has registered more than 300 deaths in...

National Bank commits to finance artisanal, small-scale mining in Malawi

Business and Finance February 25, 2024 0

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) – a leading banking institution in Malawi – has expressed commitment to providing startup capital to artisanal and small-scale miners to facilitate growth of the sector.

Mchinji’s agriculture committee emphasises on collaboration

National October 1, 2023 0

Mchinji District Agriculture Extension Coordination Committee (DAECC) has stressed the need for strong relationships and collaboration among stakeholders to sustain agriculture initiatives being implemented in the district.

Woman drags Nankhumwa to court over child maintenance issues

National April 20, 2023 0

A little known woman, Letina Kamwamba, has dragged Leader of Opposition and Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential aspirant, Kondwani Nankhumwa, to court over child maintenance issues.

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CISONECC urges stronger community–government dialogue to boost climate resilience

Jane Ansah’s nationwide relief tours are a lifeline, not a luxury

Funding gaps stall rollout of Malawi’s Disaster Risk Management Act 2023

AfDB hails Chiradzulu Council for smooth relief maize distribution

Delayed regulations stall full implementation of Malawi’s disaster risk law

Tropical Cyclone Jude affects 169 households in Mulanje

Malawi’s disaster toll rises: 39 dead, 483 injured

Nsanje’s ex-Makhanga inhabitants appeal for an irrigation scheme

Bearing the burden of disability in the face of climate change

Unforeseen Expenditure allocation not enough to finance disasters

Teethsavers support Machinga cyclone survivors

Call for relief food support for Karonga District