Richard Chimwendo Banda

High Court halts AG’s challenge against Chimwendo Banda’s release

After weeks of legal twists, the High Court has stopped the Attorney General’s bid to overturn court reliefs granted to MCP’s Richard Chimwendo Banda, opening the door to a consent withdrawal.

HRCC demands due process, fast-track charges in Chimwendo Banda attempted murder case

The Human Rights Consultative Committee (HRC) has expressed concern over the continued detention of MCP Secretary General Richard Chimwendo Banda without formal charges, calling for due process, speedy investigations, and an urgent ruling on his pending bail application.

Political arrests reignite debate over rule of law

As the new administration moves forward, observers say the handling of the court proceedings beginning today will send a clear signal about whether Malawi is strengthening the rule of law or continuing a cycle of politically charged justice.

Minister calls for chiefs to foster unity, development

Minister Richard Chimwendo Banda has urged chiefs to support government programs and foster unity. He made the call during the elevation of Traditional Authority Mponela to Senior Chief in Dowa.

Government to construct new modern hospital in Dowa

The government has announced plans to construct a modern hospital in Dowa District in response to growing concerns from the community over the inadequate size and condition of the current facility, which many believe falls short of district hospital standards.

Vendors demand answers on rising cost of living

On Tuesday, Lilongwe vendors stormed Parliament to petition lawmakers on the acute shortage of forex and the skyrocketing prices of goods and services which...

Minister Chimwendo Banda urges T/A Makata 5 to unite community, fight corruption

Minister of Local Government, Unity and Culture, Richard Chimwendo Banda has advised the newly installed Traditional Authority (T/A) Makata V to lead by example by uniting his subjects and fighting against corruption at the community level.

Chiefs cautioned against corruption

Chiefs across the country have been advised to refrain from all forms of corruption to enhance unity and peace amongst their subjects for the sake of development at all levels.

Malawi’s South Sudan Agricultural Deal Misses K900bn Mark Raises Accountability Concerns

Malawi has potentially missed out on an estimated $885 million (equivalent to around K900 billion) in a farm produce supply deal with South Sudan. 

Chimwendo Banda assures of smooth AIP implementation in 2023-2024 growing season

Minister of Local Government, Unity and Culture, Richard Chimwendo Banda, has assured people that government will undertake necessary measures to ensure that the implementation of this year’s Affordable Inputs Programme (AIP) is smooth. 

Put revenue money to good use, Minister Chimwendo urges councils

Minister of Local Government Unity and Culture, Richard Chimwendo Banda has called on local councils in the country to put revenue generated from markets to good use by fixing basic amenities so that market premises should be hygienically improved.
// Initialize Ezoic Rewarded Ads window.ezRewardedAds = window.ezRewardedAds || {}; window.ezRewardedAds.cmd = window.ezRewardedAds.cmd || []; // Example: Request a rewarded ad with overlay window.ezRewardedAds.cmd.push(function () { window.ezRewardedAds.requestWithOverlay(function (result) { if (result.status) { console.log("Ad loaded successfully"); if (result.reward) { // User completed the ad and earned reward console.log("User earned reward!"); // Add your reward logic here } } else { console.log("Ad failed to load:", result.msg); } }); });