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Malawi prisons tighten hygiene as cholera threat grows

Health January 8, 2026 0

Behind prison walls, trained inmates are helping stop cholera before it spreads. Malawi Prison Service tightens hygiene as national cases rise.

MRA cancels disputed security tender after public outcry

National January 2, 2026 0

The Malawi Revenue Authority has scrapped a controversial security services tender amid backlash over alleged links between shortlisted firms and senior government officials, drawing sharp reactions from civil society.

Govt. pardons 222 prisoners, grants general amnesty to ease overcrowding

Human Rights January 2, 2026 0

Malawi’s prisons are set for relief after President Arthur Peter Mutharika pardoned 222 inmates and approved a general amnesty cutting sentences by nine months — a move authorities say will reduce the prison population by 15%.

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.

Authorities applaud WASH Project for addressing cholera cases in Ntchisi

National July 9, 2023 0

Authorities at Ntchisi District Hospital have commended WaterAid Malawi for initiating Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Project, which they say has contributed to the declining cases of cholera cases in the district.

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.

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MUST suspends USAID-funded activities, leaving students in limbo

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

US moves to bolster higher education in Malawi, provides US$17m funding