August 18, 2026
Plea bargaining can help reduce prison congestion, says Kachale
By Peter Davieson High Court Judge Justice Chifundo Kachale has said that the plea-bargaining system has the potential to reduce…
Malawi Liverpool Wellcome Programme tests new vaccine in fight against Pneumonia
In a crowded paediatric ward at Zomba Central Hospital, the sound of laboured breathing is all too familiar. Sitting beside…
Nyale Institute calls for review of abortion laws
Nyale Institute for Sexual and Reproductive Health Governance has called on authorities to review Malawi’s legal framework governing reproductive healthcare,…
EU reaffirms support for prison reforms
European Union (EU) Ambassador to Malawi Daniel Aristi Gaztelumendi has reaffirmed the EU’s commitment to supporting efforts aimed at improving…
FDRD calls for temporary travel restrictions to SA amid xenophobic attacks
Forum for Democracy and Rights Defenders (FDRD) has urged the government to temporarily restrict travel to South Africa, warning that…
AGRA for youth economic independence
About 300 young people in Zomba are expected to strengthen their financial independence through increased honey production following a donation…
Portland Cement fined K188m for illegal water connections
By Blessings Makuta Blantyre Water Board (BWB) has fined Portland Cement Company K188 million after uncovering three illegal water connections…
Only 3% of waste collected in Malawi, says Minister
Minister of Natural Resources Patricia Wiskes has described poor waste management as a major challenge in Malawi, revealing that only…
Malawi launches digital malaria treatment guideline app
Malawi has launched a new digital platform called MAGICapp to strengthen the country’s fight against malaria by giving healthcare workers…
CCJP calls for tougher crackdown on illegal forex traders
By John Tewesa The Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) has called on government agencies to intensify crackdowns on…
Counterfeit seed threatens Malawi’s food security
By Temwa Tembo Counterfeit seed continues to threaten Malawi’s food security despite the introduction of Seed Scratch Technology. A recent…
GIYA project, a weapon for food security
Twenty-five-year-old Zione Diyere from Kandewu in Ntcheu District is among the young people taking a leading role in promoting food…