10 h. ago Moses Kunkuyu appointed Leader of Opposition amid deep divisions in MCP

…The former Minister of Information emerges as a compromise figure as party factions clash over President Chakwera’s earlier choice. LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Former Minister of Information Moses Kunkuyu has officially assumed the role of Leader of Opposition in Parliament. This development has been confirmed by reliable sources within the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), marking a significant turn in […] The post Moses Kunkuyu appointed Leader of Opposition amid deep divisions in MCP appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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10 h. ago Ceasefire offers ‘lifeline’ but Gaza hospitals remain in ruins

Gaza’s health system remains in ruins despite the fragile ceasefire holding, with hundreds of thousands still facing urgent medical and humanitarian needs, the head of the World Health Organization (WHO) warned on Thursday. The post Ceasefire offers ‘lifeline’ but Gaza hospitals remain in ruins appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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13 h. ago Davie Chilonga: The Man Who Brought Order, Integrity, and Trust Back to the Ministry of Lands

The Ministry of Lands has transformed dramatically in recent years — and at the heart of that transformation stands one man: Mr. Davie Chilonga, the outgoing Principal Secretary whose leadership has been nothing short of exemplary. Under his watch, the Ministry shifted from chaos to clarity, from suspicion to trust. Chilonga brought order, discipline, and […] The post Davie Chilonga: The Man Who Brought Order, Integrity, and Trust Back to the Ministry of Lands appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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13 h. ago “Experience, qualification, integrity determined promotions”

LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The Ministry of Lands has said all promotions followed due process and meritorious shading off allegations of favouritism and nepotism. The clarification settles down the allegations that have been levelled against the outgoing Principal Secretary Devie Chilonga and Commissioner for Valuation and Estate Management Mickson Chiundira. According to Ministry of Lands Director of Human Resources […] The post “Experience, qualification, integrity determined promotions”-Lands Ministry’s Director Zimba appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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39 h. ago Govt Secondment of Chipenda at MBC as Acting Director General Sparks Debate Over Procedure

The government has appointed Mr. Arthur Chipenda as Acting Director General of the Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) on secondment, following the suspension of Mr. George Kasakula. The announcement was made with immediate effect, and Chipenda, who currently serves as Director of Information in the Ministry of Information and Digitalisation, has already assumed his new role. […] The post Govt Secondment of Chipenda at MBC as Acting Director General Sparks Debate Over Procedure appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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39 h. ago OPINION | Mutharika’s Mineral Ban: Bold Vision or a Fast Track to Smuggling?

President Peter Mutharika’s declaration that no minerals should leave Malawi in raw form has electrified national debate. It is a statement steeped in pride, power, and economic nationalism — the idea that Malawi should no longer be a warehouse for the world’s wealth while its own people remain poor. The argument is simple: if we […] The post OPINION | Mutharika’s Mineral Ban: Bold Vision or a Fast Track to Smuggling? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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40 h. ago Mutharika Slams Corruption and Favouritism in Mega Farms: A Flagship Vision Gone Rotten

President Peter Mutharika has dropped a bombshell on one of the Chakwera administration’s flagship programmes, declaring that the mega farms initiative has been deeply compromised by corruption, cronyism, and gross mismanagement. Speaking at Sanjika Palace during the swearing-in ceremony of Second Vice-President Enoch Chihana and new ministers Roza Fatch Mbilizi (Agriculture) and George Partridge (Industry), […] The post Mutharika Slams Corruption and Favouritism in Mega Farms: A Flagship Vision Gone Rotten appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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56 h. ago Work More On Prevention, To Avoid A Smoking Induced Public Health Crisis, Countries Urged

According to recent analysis from several entities including the World Health Organisation (WHO), there are indications that the highest increase in cancer cases will be in lower-income countries in the next few years, a public health crisis that will be too costly to handle. The WHO projects that global cancer cases and deaths will rise […] The post Work More On Prevention, To Avoid A Smoking Induced Public Health Crisis, Countries Urged appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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59 h. ago Mwawungulu Dares Mutharika and Ansah: “Don’t Act Unconstitutionally”

Former Supreme Court judge Justice Dunstain Mwawungulu has issued a bold warning to President Arthur Peter Mutharika and Vice President Dr Jane Ansah, daring them not to violate the Constitution by appointing ministers from Parliament. In a strongly worded Facebook post, the retired jurist and respected legal commentator said any attempt to draw Cabinet members […] The post Mwawungulu Dares Mutharika and Ansah: “Don’t Act Unconstitutionally” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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61 h. ago Malawi Private schools challenged to complement free education policy

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The Independent Schools Association of Malawi (ISAM) has urged private schools to focus on maintaining academic excellence and innovation as the government prepares to roll out free secondary education starting in January next year. In an interview with Maravi Post, ISAM president Wycliff Chimwendo said the policy, recently announced by President Arthur Peter Mutharika, marks […] The post Malawi Private schools challenged to complement free education policy appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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62 h. ago ANALYSIS | Norman Chisale’s Two Hats: A Test of Malawi’s Constitutional Integrity

When Norman Chisale stood and won the Ntcheu Central parliamentary seat under the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) banner, the people of his constituency expected him to sit in the august House, representing their hopes, grievances, and aspirations. Instead, as Parliament begins its orientation for the 2025–2030 cohort, Chisale is reportedly absent — performing another role: […] The post ANALYSIS | Norman Chisale’s Two Hats: A Test of Malawi’s Constitutional Integrity appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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3 d. ago Bold Step, Big Challenge: Malawi Gears Up for Free Secondary Education Rollout in 2026

Malawi’s education sector is abuzz with mixed excitement and caution following President Arthur Peter Mutharika’s announcement that Free Secondary School Education will officially roll out in January 2026 — a move hailed as historic, yet one that demands strategic planning and strong investment to succeed. The President made the declaration on Sunday during the 17th […] The post Bold Step, Big Challenge: Malawi Gears Up for Free Secondary Education Rollout in 2026 appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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3 d. ago Kachaje Falls: Government Suspends MERA CEO Amid Widening Purge of Parastatal Bosses

The DPP administration has suspended yet another high-profile parastatal head, Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) Chief Executive Officer Henry Kachaje, marking the latest casualty in what is increasingly seen as a sweeping clean-up—or political purge—across key state institutions. Confirming the development, Chief Secretary to the President and Cabinet, Justin Saidi, said Kachaje’s suspension follows “ongoing […] The post Kachaje Falls: Government Suspends MERA CEO Amid Widening Purge of Parastatal Bosses appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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3 d. ago New NRB Principal Secretary Patrick Machika Commends Smooth Leadership Transition

The newly appointed Principal Secretary for the National Registration Bureau (NRB), Patrick Machika, has commended his predecessor, Mphatso Sambo, for ensuring a smooth and well-organized handover process that sets the tone for continued institutional stability and progress at the Bureau. Machika made the remarks following a formal handover meeting held in Lilongwe, where Sambo officially […] The post New NRB Principal Secretary Patrick Machika Commends Smooth Leadership Transition appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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3 d. ago Mutharika: “We’ll Buy Fertilizer from Reputable Suppliers, Not Butcheries”

President Peter Mutharika has vowed that his administration will procure fertilizer only from credible and reputable suppliers, saying Malawi cannot afford another scandal involving fake or overpriced farm inputs. Speaking at Sanjika Palace in Blantyre during a meeting with Scotland’s First Minister, John Swinney, Mutharika said his government is determined to restore integrity and transparency […] The post Mutharika: “We’ll Buy Fertilizer from Reputable Suppliers, Not Butcheries” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

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3 d. ago Mutharika Promises Reliable Fertilizer, Slams Chakwera’s Butchery Scandal

President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has vowed that his government will procure fertilizer from reputable suppliers, sharply criticizing the previous administration of Lazarus Chakwera for its mishandling of fertilizer procurement. The President made the remarks during a meeting with the First Minister of Scotland, John Swinney, at Sanjika Palace in Blantyre today, during Swinney’s official […]

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3 d. ago Is Mutharika’s vision for free education in Malawi attainable?

In the verdant fields of Malawi’s future, where the seeds of knowledge are sown with hope and nurtured with resolve, President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has emerged as a radiant sun, illuminating the path toward an era where education is a birthright, not a privilege. His recent assurance to the nation that, come January 2026, […] The post Is Mutharika’s vision for free education in Malawi attainable? appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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3 d. ago Why APM’s Free Education Policy is Malawi’s Greatest Investment

In a move that has sent ripples of hope across the nation, His Excellency Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has declared that, starting this January, primary and secondary education will be free for all Malawians that desire it. This is not merely a policy shift; it is a national rebirth. It is the single most progressive […]

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4 d. ago Malawi FA appoints Frenchman Yvon Avry as new Technical Director

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The Football Association of Malawi (FAM) has announced the appointment of French football expert Yvon Avry as its new Technical Director, filling the position left vacant after the departure of Benjamin Kumwenda earlier this year. Avry’s appointment follows a highly competitive recruitment process that attracted 17 applicants from across the globe. After an initial shortlisting […] The post Malawi FA appoints Frenchman Yvon Avry as new Technical Director appeared first on The Maravi Post.

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4 d. ago Ripple Africa Promotes Changu Changu Moto Stove Adoption in Monkey Bay

Ripple Africa, an organisation that partners with the Government of Malawi in environmental conservation through the Lake Malawi National Park, has urged communities in Mangochi’s Monkey Bay to fully adopt the use of the Changu Changu Moto cooking stove, which uses significantly less firewood. Speaking on Saturday during a random inspection of the Changu Changu […]

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