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MIJ Online ZA IFE AMAKAMBA NDI ANTHU This is done by promoting media independence and professionalism. MIJ FM is run by well experienced journalists and other graduates.

The Malawi Institute of Journalism (MIJ) is a nongovernmental organisation established in 1995 with financial assistance from the European Union (EU) in order to improve the quality of journalism in Malawi. The MIJ aims at achieving its goals by providing non-residential certificate and diploma courses to both practising and aspiring journalists. Its operations are overseen by a board of trustees

comprising of veteran media practitioners, trainers and managers chaired by the Principal of the Malawi Polytechnic a Constituent College of the University of Malawi. The Malawi Institute of Journalism (M I J) established MIJ FM Radio in the year 2000 to'be part of its Journalism training infrastructure. The radio Studios (3 - Production, Voice and On-Air Studio) were realized by way of a funded project financed by the Danish Embassy in Malawi. The project complete with one Transmitter in Blantyre was commissioned on 25th.May 2001 as MIJ 90.3 FM. Its Motto is “Za ife amakamba ndi anthu”.

10/08/2026

The demand for handouts has been singled out as a major deterrent preventing some individuals, especially women and youth, from participating in politics.

The remarks were made alongside a call for young people to stop asking politicians for cash and material handouts.

This follows a recent study by the Institute for Policy Interaction (IPI) which revealed that aspiring Members of Parliament in last year’s elections spent an average of K89 million on campaigns.

According to the study, the huge amounts were largely driven by constituents’ demands for material things.

The study further found that campaign spending in Malawi has increased by 78 percent since 2019, a trend that is blocking women and young people from participating in politics.

Speaking to MIJ Online, political analyst George Phiri emphasized the need for young people to focus on politicians’ vision and policies, instead of voting for money and material things.


- Esther Mwale Kapapa -

Stakeholders are lobbying for the need to change narratives that perpetuate stereotypes against the LGBTIQ+ community.Th...
10/08/2026

Stakeholders are lobbying for the need to change narratives that perpetuate stereotypes against the LGBTIQ+ community.

The call was made following an engagement meeting organized by the Nyasa Rainbow Alliance (NRA) with support from HIVOS.

The meeting aimed to promote inclusive and ethical reporting on civic space and the experiences of LGBTIQ+ people in Malawi.

Speaking to MIJ Online, Gregory Gondwe, founder of the Platform for Investigative Journalism, said journalists are often accused of advocating for LGBTIQ+ issues even when they are simply carrying out their professional duties.

He added that this understanding can help journalists make more informed decisions when framing and reporting stories involving the community.


-Bexter Mlasaanthu-

The Machinga District Health Office has said it has put in place strategic measures to ensure that all eligible children...
10/08/2026

The Machinga District Health Office has said it has put in place strategic measures to ensure that all eligible children receive the polio vaccine, including those attending initiation ceremonies.

Machinga District Health Office spokesperson, Wongani Nyirenda, said this is to ensure the eradication of polio and to protect every child against the disease, regardless of where they live.

According to Nyirenda, the campaign is expected to run from 11th to 14th August 2026, targeting 357,628 children aged 0 to 10 years.

Meanwhile, Paramount Chief Kawinga has endorsed the initiative, adding that no child will be denied their right to health.


-Serah Chikwapula-

One of the country's leading financial institutions, National Bank has reaffirmed their commitment to continue working c...
10/08/2026

One of the country's leading financial institutions, National Bank has reaffirmed their commitment to continue working closely with the media.

This comes as the bank took ten Malawian journalists to Botswana in a bid to expose them to a different economic environment and deepen their learning skills.

The tour included a visit to the Botswana Stock Exchange, where journalists and the NBM team gained insights into capital markets and economic development.

Speaking to MIJ Online in Gaborone during the learning tour, Akossa Mphepo Hiwa Head of Marketing and Corporate Affairs at NBM said the trip was motivated by the need for continuous learning and exposure.

“We know that learning is consistent, it never stops, and the only constant is change, which is why we thought that we should come out of Malawi and step into a different land to see how things are done and to see how economic growth is being fractured here in Botswana.

“We have scheduled or worked through this tour, which is a learning experience here in Botswana, to give our ten journalists here an experience of the economy, a learning tour of economy development and to also enjoy themselves here in Botswana,” Hiwa said.

The delegation also toured a cultural village and several monuments in the city, which Mphepo-Hiwa said created space for open engagement.


-Malumbo Ngwira, Gaborone Botswana-

Brian Banda, the MBC Director General who died at the age 46 has finally been laid to rest in Chileka, Blantyre. Scores ...
10/08/2026

Brian Banda, the MBC Director General who died at the age 46 has finally been laid to rest in Chileka, Blantyre.

Scores of people attended the ceremony.

Chief Secretary Justin Saidi described the fallen media figure as someone who left an indelible mark on the country's media and democracy.

Four people have won a total of MK2.4 Million in the Zonse Lotto Male Powerball draw. One of the winners is Martha Kambe...
10/08/2026

Four people have won a total of MK2.4 Million in the Zonse Lotto Male Powerball draw.

One of the winners is Martha Kambewa, a Lilongwe resident who is a trader and lives in Kamuzu Barracks.

Kambewa said she played five times to win the draw.

She said she will use the money to expand her business and buy land.

Other winners include Sadick Ibrahim, Madalo Chikavumba and Samuel Rodrick, in the game which starts with a stake of MK1,000.

Meanwhile, a man named Nelson Mpinganjira has also won MK1. Million in the special Raffle Draw held every Saturday.

Zonse Lotto company continues to appeal to people to play carefully in the draw via *4364 #.

Reverend Chikondi Banda of Mangochi CCAP has urged church members to consult him at his office or at any place convenien...
10/08/2026

Reverend Chikondi Banda of Mangochi CCAP has urged church members to consult him at his office or at any place convenient for them whenever they are stressed, saying "a problem shared is a problem half solved."

Speaking to MIJ Online, Banda said since he started ministering at the church and living in Mangochi District, he realized that many people in both the church and the district are experiencing mental, physical, emotional, spiritual, and economic stress.

This, he said, prompted the initiative.

He also encouraged other church leaders in the country to emulate the initiative and maintain confidentiality in order to increase members' trust.

He said this can help grow both the church and the country.

Banda expressed optimism that one-on-one meetings with church members to discuss issues troubling them could help reduce stress, divorce, and su***de cases in churches and society at large.

"For church members to give generously, they need to live stress-free and economically empowered lives. This will also help improve the economic growth of our country because members of churches also work in different sectors of government and the private sector. So when we reduce these mental health issues, their productivity will increase and economic growth will follow," he said.

Mangochi CCAP member Innocent Mwakera has welcomed the move and urged fellow Christians at the church to take advantage of the initiative.

Meanwhile, mental health expert Dr. Charles Masulani has also welcomed the initiative, saying it can improve access to mental health services.

He advised that only pastors who are trained and have adequate experience should offer counseling services.

He warned that pastors who can only handle minor issues should refer complicated cases to experienced pastors, professional counselors, and psychologists to avoid worsening an already stressful situation.


-- Jephter Joshua -

The National Registration Bureau (NRB) says as of 6th August 2026, about 85 percent of 1.2 million targeted children hav...
10/08/2026

The National Registration Bureau (NRB) says as of 6th August 2026, about 85 percent of 1.2 million targeted children have registered in phase 4 of the national birth certificate registration campaign exercise.

According to Norman Fulatira, NRB Public Relations Officer, Phase 4 of the campaign was targeting children from Mulanje, Thyolo, Chikwawa, and Nsanje districts.

Speaking to MIJ Online, Fulatira expressed a concern that many parents wait until the last days to register, which puts pressure on the Bureau since many children cannot be registered in one day.

He added that plans are underway for Phase 5 of the campaign, and the Bureau will soon announce the exact date for the start of the registration and the targeted districts.

The registration aims to ensure that every Malawian child below the age of 16 have a birth certificate.


-Esther Mwale Kapapa-

Malawi National Council of Sports, has hailed the Malawi Women’s National Football Team, Scorchers, for reaching the sem...
10/08/2026

Malawi National Council of Sports, has hailed the Malawi Women’s National Football Team, Scorchers, for reaching the semi-finals of WAFCON and securing qualification to next year’s Women’s World Cup in Brazil.

The WAFCON debutantes Scorchers made history with their run in the tournament, marking Malawi’s first qualification to the global showpiece.

The Scorchers’ qualification to the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil is being celebrated as a major breakthrough for Malawi football.

Speaking after the milestone, Jim Kalua, Chairperson for MNCS said the achievement is a direct result of deliberate investment in women’s football.

“As Council we are very happy and delighted with the qualification. This shows that huge investment in sports is yielding results,” Kalua said.

He further acknowledged the role of different stakeholders in the success.

“We need to thank the government, FAM and women's football for the collective responsibility,” he added.

Scorchers have managed to beat giants including Ghana and the ten-time WAFCON winners Nigeria to proceed in the ongoing tournament.


-Malumbo Ngwira-

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