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Thu, 27 Jan 2022 08:25:47 GMT
Govt Declares State of Disaster Over Districts Affected By Floods
[MBC] President Dr Lazarus Chakwera, in accordance with powers, conferred upon him by Section 32 (1) of the Disaster Preparedness and Relief Act (1991) has declared all the districts that have been affected by floods in the southern part of Malawi Di...

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 08:15:55 GMT
President Chakwera Appoints Cabinet
[MBC] President Dr Lazarus Chakwera in the exercise of the powers conferred upon him by Section 94 (1) of the Constitution of the Republic of Malawi has made the following initial ministerial appointments with effect from Wednesday, 26th January 2022...

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 05:33:15 GMT
Tropical Storm Ana Hits Mozambique, Malawi, Uganda
[DW] Tropical storm Ana has caused widespread destruction and triggered flooding across southeast Africa. Fatalities were reported in several countries including Mozambique, Malawi and Uganda.

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 08:50:31 GMT
U.S. Envoy Applauds Chakwera's Hard Stance Against Corruption
[Nyasa Times] United States of America (USA) Chargé d'Affaires, Jeremey Neitzke, has commended President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera for his administration's continued fight against corruption in Malawi.

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 08:14:52 GMT
President Chakwera in Partial Cabinet Reshuffle
[Nyasa Times] Malawian President Lazarus Chakwera on Wednesday released names of Cabinet minister in dribs and drabs in which he has appointed promoted hard working Abida Sidik Mia and Vera Kantukule to the Ministry of Water and Irrigation and Minist...

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 14:45:09 GMT
Chakwera Attracts Praise From Former Zambia VP
[Nyasa Times] President Lazarus Chakwera's bold decision to dissolve his cabinet and maintain Martha Chizuma as Director of the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has triggered mixed reactions from different people in different sectors of the society.

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 13:59:08 GMT
U.S. Applauds Chakwera's Anti-Corruption Drive
[MBC] The United States Government has hailed President Dr Lazarus Chakwera administration's efforts in the fight against corruption in Malawi.

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 13:56:41 GMT
Immigration Arrests 6, Deports 2
[MBC] The Immigration Office in the Centre Region have arrested six foreign nationals and managed to deport two for violating the country's Immigration laws.

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 08:55:41 GMT
Tag of War Erupts Between ACB Director Chizuma and DPP Dr Kayuni's Office
[Nyasa Times] Anti Corruption Bureau Director General, Martha Chizuma's leaked audio recording revealed a relationship breakdown between her office and that of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Dr Steve Kayuni who gives consent for any graft ...

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 08:48:18 GMT
DPP Leadership Tussle Rages On, High Court Halts Nankhumwa Disciplinary Hearing
[Nyasa Times] On Wednesday, 26 January 2022, Justice William Msiska of the Lilongwe High Court granted a court injunction retraining the former governing Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) from proceeding with a disciplinary hearing over DPP Vice Pre...

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 08:18:42 GMT
Judge Mdeza Recuses Himself From Kezzie Msukwa and Ashok Nair Graft Case
[Nyasa Times] High Court judge Simeon Mdeza has rescued himself from hearing a case involving former Minister of Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Kezzie Msukwa, and businessman Ashok Nair following accusation of corruption by the Anti Corruption...

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 07:01:38 GMT
Cyclone Ana Kills 4 People, Displaces Thousands in Southern Malawi
[VOA] Blantyre -- Cyclone Ana has killed at least 34 people in Madagascar, two in Mozambique and four in Malawi, where thousands were left homeless.Malawi, which also lost power for two days, has deployed search and rescue teams to help people feared...

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 06:39:40 GMT
At Least 46 Dead After Tropical Storm Ana Hits Madagascar, Mozambique and Malawi
[RFI] Tropical storm Ana hit east Africa this week, as heavy rains have caused flooding and mudslides in Madagascar's capital Antananarivo, killing at least 39 people. Ana also made landfall on Mozambique and continued into Malawi, killing 12 people ...

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 14:47:02 GMT
Flames Charm the World After AFCON Sensation
[Nyasa Times] Malawi National Football Team have charmed the world with their sensational run at the ongoing African Cup of Nations (Afcon) in Cameroon.

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 11:28:10 GMT
Afcon 2021 - Morocco Beats Malawi (2-1), Qualifies for Quarterfinals
[MAP] Yaounde -- The Moroccan soccer team has qualified for the quarterfinals of the African Cup of Nations (AFCON), after beating Malawi by a score of 2 goals to 1 (half-time 1-1), Tuesday night at the Ahmadou Ahidjo stadium in Yaounde, in the round...

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 04:39:32 GMT
Morocco's Atlas Lions Beat Malawi Flames to Qualify for Quarters at AFCON
[CAF] The Atlas Lions of Morocco have secured a place in the quarter final stage at the on-going TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations 2021 in Cameroon.

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 15:54:19 GMT
Malawi's Flame Ignited At the Afcon
[New Frame] From being underwhelming underdogs going into the tournament to reaching the round of 16, the Flames have shown discipline, flair and dedication, to the utter delight of their fans.

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 13:55:19 GMT
Saved From an Abusive Child Marriage, a Teenager Looks Forward to a New Beginning
[UNFPA] On her 16th birthday, Yensen Nyirenda was getting ready to be married. Her marriage was hastily arranged after her family discovered that she was pregnant and, as per local custom, she had to go and live with her husband.

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 04:39:03 GMT
President Fires Entire Cabinet Over Corruption Charges Against Three Ministers
[DW] Lazarus Chakwera dissolved his Cabinet due to graft charges against three ministers. The president is facing a revolt over perceived inaction on corruption within the government.

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 08:53:08 GMT
Ministry of Education Instructs Learners in Southern Region Not to Report for School From Tuesday
[Nyasa Times] As a measure to preserve lives following warnings from the Department of Climate Change and Meteorological Services of an impending Tropical Cyclone Ana, the Ministry of Education has instructed all learners in Southern Region not to re...

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 08:53:08 GMT
Weather-Related Disasters Claim 39 Lives From July 2021 to January 2022
[Nyasa Times] The Department of Disaster Management Affairs (DODMA) has disclosed that it recorded 39 deaths due to weather-related disasters from July 2021 to January 2022.

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 08:53:08 GMT
Chakwera Strikes the Cord - Dissolves Cabinet and Vows to Keep Martha Chizuma At ACB
[Nyasa Times] State President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has dissolved his entire Cabinet effectively heeding an advice from the leadership of Public Affairs Committee (MEC), governance and human rights experts and the Catholic Bishops in Malawi w...

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 10:38:24 GMT
Morocco Vs Malawi - Game of Our Lives
[CAF] Morocco Atlas Lions face Malawi Flames on Tuesday in Yaounde, for the account of the Round of 16 of the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations, Cameroon 2021.

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 10:38:21 GMT
Match Facts - Morocco V Malawi
[CAF] Morocco Atlas Lions face Malawi Flames on Tuesday in Yaounde, for the account of the Round of 16 of the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations, Cameroon 2021.

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 07:19:38 GMT
Cyclone Ana to Hit Southern Region of Malawi
[Nyasa Times] The Department of Disaster Management Affairs (DoDMA) on Sunday disclosed that the country's Southern Region will be affected by Cyclone Ana, which will be associated with heavy rains and winds.

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 07:25:49 GMT
Expectations Rise Among Malawians As Chakwera Announces National Address At 8pm Tonight
[Nyasa Times] There are high expectations among Malawians following an announcement from the State House that President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera will address the nation at 8pm tonight.

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 07:19:38 GMT
Why the African Cup of the Nation Is an Opportunity for a Malawi Football Player
[Nyasa Times] When it comes to the African Cup of the Nation, this may be a big deal in all African countries, but it is also something special for those that live in Malawi. This is because since the inception of the games, the nation has only quali...

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 13:02:35 GMT
Police Withdraws Warrant of Arrest Against Political Activist Bon Kalindo
[Nyasa Times] The Malawi Police Service (MPS) says it will go to court to cancel a warrant of arrest it obtained against political activist Bon Kalindo.

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 13:02:32 GMT
Malawi Police 'Plan to Block' Bon Kalindo Toll Gates Vigils, Kalindo Adamant
[Nyasa Times] The Malawi Police Service (MPS) says holding vigils at toll gates is a criminal offence under the laws of Malawi, hence "it will deal with anyone attempting to commit such an offence".

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 13:02:35 GMT
Malawi's Music Star Namidingo Pays Tribute to Flames Success
[Nyasa Times] As the euphoria stirred by Malawi National Football team's sensation run in the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) finals in Cameroon is in the air, Malawi's music star has paid tribute to the team.



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