8 h. ago US’ Maine Police department ends ICE agreement following public backlash

….Community opposition prompts a local police department in Maine to terminate its partnership with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). A police department in Maine has officially ended its agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The decision comes after growing public opposition to the partnership between local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities. […] The post US’ Maine Police department ends ICE agreement following public backlash appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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10 h. ago Immigration department to conduct nationwide verification exercise for Malawi service passport holders

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The Department of Immigration and Citizenship Services has announced plans to conduct a nationwide verification exercise for all holders of Service Passports issued between June 2020 and September 2025. The exercise, aimed at curbing abuse, requires all individuals holding Service Passports to submit their passport numbers to their Controlling Officers for verification within a specified […] The post Immigration department to conduct nationwide verification exercise for Malawi service passport holders appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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57 h. ago PPDA Cracks the Whip: Mata Butchery, NTK Investments, DMC Consultants, AG Auto Services, and Frapat Investment Blacklisted Over Procurement Scandals

The Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets Authority (PPDA) has struck hard against malpractice in public procurement, blacklisting five companies — Mata Butchery of Mzuzu, NTK Investments of Blantyre, DMC Investments and Consultants of Lilongwe, AG Auto Services, and Frapat Investment of Zomba — for violating the PPDA Act No. 7 of 2025. In a […] The post PPDA Cracks the Whip: Mata Butchery, NTK Investments, DMC Consultants, AG Auto Services, and Frapat Investment Blacklisted Over Procurement Scandals appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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6 d. ago Mystery deepens over arrest of eight election data clerks in Lilongwe

…A month after their alleged arrest over data manipulation during the September 16 polls, neither the police, judiciary, nor the Malawi Electoral Commission can account for the whereabouts or status of the eight clerks. LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-At the height of tensions following the September 16 elections, the Malawi Police Service announced that it had arrested eight data […] The post Mystery deepens over arrest of eight election data clerks in Lilongwe appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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9 d. ago New Police Chief Richard Luhanga vows to serve Malawians equally

LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Inspector General of Police (IG) Richard Luhanga has pledged to lead the Malawi Police Service (MPS) with fairness, professionalism, and integrity, declaring himself “IGP for everybody.” This commitment was made during his maiden Management meeting at the National Police Headquarters in Area 30, Lilongwe, attended by Commissioners and Deputy Commissioners from all six policing regions. […] The post New Police Chief Richard Luhanga vows to serve Malawians equally appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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1 week ago Joshua Mwendo: The Man Behind “Working for Citizen Number 15” and the Untold Story of Service Beyond Politics

When Joshua Mwendo began his journey in government as an intern in 2018, he had no political connections, no famous surname, and no idea that one day he would rise to become a Special Assistant to a Cabinet Minister. His newly released book, Working for Citizen Number 15, captures this extraordinary journey, one that started […] The post Joshua Mwendo: The Man Behind “Working for Citizen Number 15” and the Untold Story of Service Beyond Politics appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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1 week ago Veteran military strategist Blaise Saenda takes helm at Malawi’s National Intelligence Service

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Brigadier Blaise Saenda, a seasoned military expert, has been appointed as the new Head of the National Intelligence Service (NIS). The appointment, which takes immediate effect, brings a wealth of experience in combat operations, counterintelligence, and strategic operations to the country’s top intelligence agency. Maravipost can exclusively reveal that Brigadier Saenda’s appointment underscores the government’s […] The post Veteran military strategist Blaise Saenda takes helm at Malawi’s National Intelligence Service appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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2 w. ago Blue Eagles Netball Team gets praises for winning One Nico Championship

By Edwin Mbewe LILONGWE–(MaraviPost)-The Malawi Police Service (MPS) has congratulated the Blue Eagles Netball Team for their continued dominance in the country after winning another trophy. Speaking during the trophy presentation to the Malawi Police Chief in Area 30, Commissioner of Police responsible for Research and Planning, Dennis Chipao, who represented the Inspector General, said […] The post Blue Eagles Netball Team gets praises for winning One Nico Championship appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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2 w. ago MPSSACCO Boosts Police Sports with Donation to Northern Region Headquarters

The Malawi Police Service Savings and Credit Cooperative (MPSSACCO) has donated 15 sets of football kits to the Northern Region Police Headquarters in Mzuzu. The donation, presented on Wednesday at the Officers’ Mess, aims to promote sporting activities and encourage fitness among police officers in the region. Speaking during the handover, MPSSACCO’s Northern Region Territorial […] The post MPSSACCO Boosts Police Sports with Donation to Northern Region Headquarters appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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2 w. ago Malawi is hosting Africa Broadband Mapping System conference to promote internet service delivery

Malawi is hosting a three-day Africa Broadband Mapping to map and promote inclusive digital transformation across Sub-Saharan Africa. Speaking during the official launch of National Broadband Mapping System in Lilongwe, Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) Director of Telecommunications, Edward Kauka said there is need for countries to have broadband mapping system to identify gaps to […] The post Malawi is hosting Africa Broadband Mapping System conference to promote internet service delivery appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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2 w. ago Two arrested for Airtel Malawi’s fiber network infrastructure vandalism

LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Two unscrupulous men have been arrested for vandalising Airtel Malawi’s fiber network infrastructure. One of two therefore is already serving a 30-month jail term after being convicted for the crime. This comes barely months after Airtel Malawi alerted the public on its fiber vandals that be reported to Malawi Police Service for action. Consequently, Kanengo […] The post Two arrested for Airtel Malawi’s fiber network infrastructure vandalism appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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3 w. ago Police Tighten Security at NEEF, MRA and Capital Hill Amid Transition Tensions

The Malawi Police Service has moved to beef up security at key government institutions—including the National Economic Empowerment Fund (Neef), the Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA), and Capital Hill—sparking speculation in the wake of a tense power transition. National Police spokesperson Peter Kalaya confirmed the deployment but insisted the move was routine. “Being a security institution, […] The post Police Tighten Security at NEEF, MRA and Capital Hill Amid Transition Tensions appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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3 w. ago National Embarrassment: Why Are Our Passports Made in India?

The Malawian passport, once a proud symbol of national identity, has become a source of anger and humiliation as revelations emerge that the document is being printed thousands of kilometres away in India. Despite government assurances on security, insiders at the Department of Immigration and Citizenship Services have confirmed what many feared: the country has […] The post National Embarrassment: Why Are Our Passports Made in India? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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3 w. ago Fiscal Police shuts down NEEF offices in Lilongwe amid scrutiny

LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Malawi Fiscal Police have closed the headquarters of the National Economic Empowerment Fund (NEEF) in Lilongwe. On Tuesday 30 September 2025, no one was allowed to enter the premises. Upon inquiry, NEEF Director Humphrey Mdyetseni told local media to speak with Deputy Inspector General of the Malawi Police Service, Noel Kaira, regarding the matter. Inspector […] The post Fiscal Police shuts down NEEF offices in Lilongwe amid scrutiny appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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3 w. ago Chakwera’s MCP leadership fails in Immigration, Visa, Citizenship Services, raising concerns

LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The provision of immigration, visa, and citizenship services has emerged as a critical area where the outgoing Malawi Congress Party (MCP) government struggled significantly. Over the past five years, from 2020 to 2025, the issuance of passports and other essential travel documents was highly compromised, leaving citizens frustrated and inconvenienced. Malawians reported long delays, bureaucratic […] The post Chakwera’s MCP leadership fails in Immigration, Visa, Citizenship Services, raising concerns appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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