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Joyce Banda Unveils “Quick Fix” Plan to Rescue Malawi’s Economy, Draws Massive Crowd in Ntcheu
Nyasa Times
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August 4, 2025
The only female presidential candidate in the upcoming 2025 general elections, Dr. Joyce Banda, made a powerful return to the political stage on Sunday as she stormed Ntcheu town, drawing a massive crowd to her rally at the old depot in the area...
Former central bank chief touts his plan for Malawi
African Business
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August 4, 2025
Dalitso Kabambe, former central bank governor of Malawi and now a candidate in the country’s September presidential elections, is under no illusions about the enormity of the job he’s seeking. “Malawi’s situation is precarious. It’s extremely...
Malawi hosts Zimbabwe military students on week-long peace and security education tour
The Maravi Post
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July 29, 2025
By Burnett Munthali Malawi has officially welcomed a 27-member delegation of military students from the Zimbabwe Staff College, who are in the country for a week-long educational tour focused on regional cooperation in peace and security. The...
Chakwera calls for second term to ‘finish what we started’
Malawi 24
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July 30, 2025
President Lazarus Chakwera has officially submitted his nomination papers for the 2025 general elections, seeking a second term to complete what he described as an “unfinished national transformation agenda.” Speaking at the Bingu International...
Chakwera’s manifesto under the microscope
The Nation Malawi
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July 30, 2025
From creating three million jobs for the youth in half a decade to K500 000 investment account for every child, the governing Malawi Congress Party (MCP) has unveiled its manifesto for the September 16 General Election, with focus on food...
The rise of Malawi’s Moses: Why Dr Dalitso Kabambe is the leader the nation has been waiting for?
The Maravi Post
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August 3, 2025
By Mabvuto Lucy Kamfumu In the biblical times, when a nation groaned under the weight of poor leadership, God raised Moses, a man of vision, discipline, and divine calling, to lead the people to freedom. Today, as Malawi struggles with broken...
Manifesto fever grips Mount Soche as DPP, AFORD outline plans for Malawi’s future
The Maravi Post
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August 3, 2025
BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Mount Soche Hotel in Blantyre has become the political hotspot as two major political parties—the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) and the Alliance for Democracy (AFORD)—unveil their manifestos. The event comes as Malawi...
“No shortcuts, just long-term growth for Malawi” – Chimwendo
Malawi 24
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August 4, 2025
Minister of Local Government and MCP Secretary General Richard Chimwendo Banda has dismissed claims that delays in the M1 Road project are due to political negligence. He stressed that the government prioritises sustainable infrastructure over...
Shoprite to exit Malawi after 25 years
BusinessLIVE
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Retail giant has exited several other countries in Africa in recent past 04 August 2025 - 05:00 by Kabelo Khumalo Shoprite, Africa’s largest food retailer, is looking to dispose of its Malawian business to domestic players, 25 years after it first...
Sharp Focus On: Rising cost of maize seed, fertilizer threatens Malawi’s food security
The Maravi Post
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August 2, 2025
The recent surge in the prices of key agricultural inputs in Malawi has triggered widespread concern among farmers, policymakers, and food security experts. According to a detailed report, maize seed varieties from SeedCo—one of the leading...
Two Malawi ex-presidents join race to unseat current leader
The Peninsula
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August 3, 2025
Blantyre: Two former Malawian presidents on Sunday launched separate campaigns to unseat President Lazarus Chakwera in the country's upcoming general elections scheduled for September 16. Concerns about runaway inflation nearing 30 percent and a...
Malawi Graduate Builds App for Visually Impaired Learners, Wins MK38 Million Boost from Save the Children
Nyasa Times
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July 29, 2025
A 23-year-old university graduate, Staff Nyoni, has developed a groundbreaking digital learning app to help visually impaired learners in Malawi — and has just received MK38 million from Save the Children to expand the project to more schools....
Chakwera challenged to pick Vitumbiko Mumba as runningmate: But why?
The Maravi Post
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July 29, 2025
……𝐒𝐄𝐂𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐄: 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐌𝐂𝐏 𝐑𝐔𝐍𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐐𝐔𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 By Innocencia Chikuse 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐋𝐚𝐳𝐚𝐫𝐮𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐤𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐚, In politics, timing, perception, and coalition management define not just survival—but legacy. As you prepare to file your...
Daughter Dies in Road Accident on Her Way to Mourn Father in Zambia Kafue
Face of Malawi
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August 12, 2025
Published on August 12, 2025 at 12:44 PM by Evance Kapito 142 words • approx. 1 min read In a double tragedy that has left the Mulenga family of Shikoswe, Kafue, in deep mourning, two children were involved in a fatal road accident while...
Nigerian Air Force Kills Scores of ‘Bandits’ in Major Zamfara Raid
Face of Malawi
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August 12, 2025
Published on August 12, 2025 at 2:44 PM by Evance Kapito 210 words • approx. 2 min read The Nigerian Air Force says it has killed dozens of armed gunmen, locally known as “bandits,” in a major offensive against criminal gangs operating in Zamfara...
Maranatha Academy, Sharda University hold successful Open School Fair Day in Blantyre
Face of Malawi
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August 12, 2025
Published on August 12, 2025 at 3:56 PM by Robert Ngwira 285 words • approx. 2 min read Maranatha International Academy and Sharda University of India on Tuesday held an open fair at Mount Soche Hotel in Blantyre with an aim of giving chances to...
MaBLEM demands Total Malawi’s US$8bn fuel rebate: Launches Fuel Justice campaign
The Maravi Post
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August 2, 2025
LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The country’s civil rights group under the banner Malawi Civil Society Led Black Economic Empowerment Movement (MaBLEM) Taskforce is demanding a swift payout of US$8 billion from Total Malawi to government for fuel rebate...
Analysis: Kabambe: The technocrat turned presidential hopeful with a vision for Malawi’s transformation
The Maravi Post
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August 2, 2025
By Burnett Munthali Dr. Dalitso Kabambe has emerged as one of Malawi’s most prominent technocrats-turned-politicians, now vying for the presidency in the upcoming September 16th, 2025 general election under the UTM Party ticket. A seasoned...
Chakwera’s indecision is a disservice to Malawi’s governance
The Maravi Post
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July 28, 2025
The hard truth is that President Lazarus Chakwera’s handling of public appointments has exposed a dangerous pattern of indecisiveness and political manipulation that undermines the very foundations of good governance in Malawi. The recent debacle...
Chakwera hailed for NEEF boost
The Maravi Post
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July 28, 2025
By Steve Chirombo DEDZA-(MaraviPost)-Credit Manager for National Economic Empowerment Fund (NEEF), Whyton Mweta, has applauded President Dr Lazarus Chakwera’s leadership for ensuring funds are resourced for the institution. Speaking with Malawi...