Brandina Kantsamwa’s nights are spent navigating a world that offers her little choice and even less compassion. As a sex…
Brave escape from violence
36-year-old Alepha Chipojola of Kasiha Village, Traditional Authority Mkhumba in Phalombe district, recounts of her deeper story of pain and…
Challenging stereotypes through gender sensitive reporting
In a world where headlines shape perceptions, a new initiative is teaching journalists to write with balance, empathy, and inclusivity.…
Shared care, shared power: How parenting circles are forging gender equity in Malawi
Across generations, parenting has often mirrored the rhythms of tradition, fathers as providers, mothers as nurturers. But today, a quiet…
From Screens to Scars: Malawi’s Fight to End Digital Gender-Based Violence
Jane’s dreams of a bright future were nearly destroyed the day her ex-boyfriend betrayed her trust through leaking her intimate…
Between books and burdens: UNIMA’s continuous housing struggle
At the University of Malawi (UNIMA), a glaring accommodation crisis is quietly shaping the lives of thousands of students, especially…
Long hours, low pay
“I wake up at 4am every morning and go to bed around 11pm,” says a 36-year-old Zomba-based domestic worker, Zione.…
Women leading in peace mediation
What would give a woman the confidence to stand and mediate even in issues involving leaders? The simple answer is…
30 killed in Zomba, Kasungu accidents
Thirty people have today died in two separate road accidents in Kasungu and Zomba. Zomba police spokesperson Patricia Sipiliano said…
Govt asked to improve access to quality education
Parents of children with disabilities have asked government and its stakeholders to do more in ensuring that children with disabilities…
Chief Chikowi talks tough on hygiene
Traditional Authority (TA) Chikowi in Zomba has warned that she will deal with any chief under her jurisdiction who is…
CAT urges farmers to practice crop diversification
Centre for Agricultural Transformation (CAT) says it is possible for farmers to diversify from tobacco to other crops without compromising…