Suleman Atupele Chitera

08/08/2026

Ireen Navicha Flies Malawi Flag to Vietnam as Miss World 2026 Journey Begins

By Suleman Chitera Miss Malawi Ireen Navicha has left the country for Vietnam to represent Malawi at the Miss World 2026 pageant, marking the nation’s return to the prestigious global competition after a 14-year absence. Navicha departed for Vietnam ahead of the Miss World 2026 competition, which is scheduled to run from 8 August to 5 September 2026. Speaking shortly before her departure, the Malawian beauty queen said she remains firmly committed to the purpose behind her journey, particularly her advocacy for the welfare and empowerment of the girl child....

08/08/2026

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08/08/2026

Rasta David Chikomeni Chirwa Arrested With 19.2kg of Suspected Chamba in Mzimba

By Our Reporter Renowned Rastafarian activist and Cannabis Regulatory Authority (CRA) board member David Chikomeni Chirwa has been arrested at Jenda in Mzimba after police allegedly found him in possession of 19.2 kilograms of suspected Cannabis Sativa, commonly known as chamba, without a permit. Chirwa, 49, was arrested on Friday at the Jenda Police roadblock alongside 45-year-old Storm Kandodo of Mpulula Village in the area of Traditional Authority Nsamala in Balaka District. According to Jenda Police Station spokesperson Gladwell Simwaka, the two were arrested after officers manning the roadblock stopped and searched their Toyota Sienta vehicle....

Renowned Rastafarian activist and Cannabis Regulatory Authority (CRA) board member David Chikomeni Chirwa has been arrested at Jenda in Mzimba after police

08/08/2026

Prophet Bushiri Challenges Malawians to Change Mindset and Embrace Wealth Creation

BLANTYRE — Renowned Malawian entrepreneur and Prophet Shepherd Bushiri has challenged Malawians to change their mindset about poverty and embrace practical strategies that can help them create wealth and achieve financial independence. Bushiri made the remarks while speaking at the Sycamore Consult Wealth Creation Conference in Blantyre, where he urged participants to take a more practical approach to tackling poverty.Bushiri Pledges Support for Football Development in Ntcheu According to Bushiri, poverty should not only be viewed in terms of a lack of money or material resources, but can also be linked to a person’s mindset, lifestyle and attitude....

Renowned Malawian entrepreneur and Prophet Shepherd Bushiri has challenged Malawians to change their mindset about poverty and embrace practical strategies that can help them create wealth and achieve financial independence.

07/08/2026

Impala Insights presents iHEARD end line outcome evaluation

By Vincent Gunde An independent consultant firm hired by the Canadian Organization for Development through Education ( CODE) - Impala Insights, says the Innovations in Health, Rights, and Development (iHEARD), has increased realization of sexual and reproductive Health - related Human Rights ( SRHR) by the most marginalized and vulnerable rights holders in Malawi particularly adolescent girls and young women in Dowa, Ntchisi and Lilongwe Rural districts. Impala Insights said the project has increased uptake of gender - transformative, age - appropriate SRHR behavior and practices, including demand for SRH services by the community....

An independent consultant firm hired by the Canadian Organization for Development through Education ( CODE) - Impala Insights, says the Innovations in Health,

07/08/2026

Mozambique Moves to Identify Nationals Living in Chiradzulu Ahead of 2029 Elections

By Suleman Chitera CHIRADZULU — The Mozambican government has engaged Chiradzulu District Council on plans to identify Mozambican nationals living in the district as part of efforts to strengthen cross-border cooperation and ensure its citizens can access essential national services. A four-member Mozambican delegation, led by Consul General Istanbul Marcelino Dos Santos Anica, visited Chiradzulu District Council on Thursday to discuss collaboration with local authorities and traditional leaders in identifying Mozambican nationals residing in the district. The engagement is also aimed at ensuring that Mozambican citizens living in Malawi have valid identification documents that enable them to exercise their rights and access services from their home country....

CHIRADZULU — The Mozambican government has engaged Chiradzulu District Council on plans to identify Mozambican nationals living in the district as part of

07/08/2026

High Court Rules Against TotalEnergies in K824 Billion Fuel Refund Case

By Our Reporter The High Court's Commercial Division in Lilongwe has ruled that Prima Fuels Limited and the Malawi Government are entitled to recover billions of kwacha in fuel supply refunds from TotalEnergies Marketing Limited, marking a major development in one of the country's biggest commercial disputes. The ruling concerns unpaid fuel supply rebates covering a six-year period from 10 July 2013 to 11 July 2019, following an alleged breach of a fuel supply agreement. Through the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning, represented by Attorney General Frank Mbeta…...

The High Court's Commercial Division in Lilongwe has ruled that Prima Fuels Limited and the Malawi Government are entitled to recover billions of kwacha in

07/08/2026

Parliament Passes ESOMA Bill to Regulate Economics Profession in Malawi

By Suleman Chitera Parliament has passed the Economics Society of Malawi (ESOMA) Bill, paving the way for the establishment of an independent professional body that will register, regulate and discipline economists in the country. Presenting the bill, Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs Joseph Mwanamvekha said the economics profession in Malawi has for many years been led by the Economics Association of Malawi (ECAMA), which was established as a public trust under the Trustees Incorporation Act (Cap. 5:03). He explained that while ECAMA has played a significant role in promoting the profession, its status as an association limited its legal authority to effectively regulate economists....

By Suleman Chitera

07/08/2026

American Pilot Fined K3 Million for Illegal Landing at Bakili Muluzi International Airport

By Staff Reporter BLANTYRE – A Blantyre Magistrate's Court has fined an American pilot K3 million for illegally landing an aircraft at Bakili Muluzi International Airport without the required authorization.KIA staff houses faces encroachment by land buyers The pilot, identified as Terry Lee Jenningson, was convicted of breaching Malawi's aviation regulations after landing an aircraft from South Africa without obtaining the necessary clearance. Southern Region Police spokesperson Beatrice Mikuwa said Jenningson was arrested on Wednesday shortly after the unauthorized landing at the country's main international airport.Mwanamvekha Secures UAE Backing for Airport Upgrade, Mining Investment…...

BLANTYRE – A Blantyre Magistrate's Court has fined an American pilot K3 million for illegally landing an aircraft at Bakili Muluzi International Airport

06/08/2026

Msaka Urges Graduates to Drive Malawi’s Industrialisation

By Suleman Chitera THYOLO — Minister of Education, Science and Technology Bright Msaka has challenged graduates of the Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) to use science, technology and innovation to accelerate Malawi's industrialisation and economic transformation. Speaking as Guest of Honour during the university's 7th Congregation held on Thursday in Thyolo, Msaka told the graduating class that academic qualifications should be used to create solutions that address national development challenges. Addressing graduates under the theme, "Innovation for Resilience: Science and Technology for an Industrialised Malawi," the minister said Malawi needs graduates who are prepared to create opportunities, develop innovative businesses and contribute to job creation....

THYOLO — Minister of Education, Science and Technology Bright Msaka has challenged graduates of the Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) to use