Nthanda Times

12/03/2026

Malawi to host 5th African Regional Conference on loss and damage

Renowned policymakers, civil society organizations, development partners, researchers, and community representatives from across the African Region are expected to converge in Lilongwe from March 25-27, 2026, in Lilongwe, Malawi, for the 5th African Regional Conference on Loss and Damage. The Civil Society Network on Climate Change (CISONECC) will host the conference whose main aim is to discuss solutions to the growing impacts of climate change on the continent and strengthen technical capacity for assessing climate impacts....

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12/03/2026

MHEN, Kidney Foundation lament growing burden of kidney disease in Malawi, call for concerted efforts to contain the scourge

The Malawi Health Equity Network (MHEN) and the Kidney Foundation (KF) Malawi have expressed concern with the growing burden of kidney disease in Malawi, emphasizing the need for concerted and coordinated efforts to contain the scourge. Two two organizations sounded the alarm in a statement issued to join the global community in commemorating this year's World Kidney Day. Kidney disease is often referred to as a "silent killer" because it can progress without noticeable symptoms until it's too late....

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11/03/2026

GJU partners with Police FM to promote gender justice

The partnership aims to expand public awareness on women’s rights and access to justice through dedicated radio programs....

The partnership aims to expand public awareness on women’s rights and access to justice through dedicated radio programs.

10/03/2026

Be a risk taker urges Pastor Esau Banda as PICC clocks 16 yrs.

Over the weekend, Pentecost International Christian Centre (PICC) held several events to mark its 16 years of existence since it began its Ministry in Malawi under the leadership of its Overseer Pastor Esau Banda. With a mission to bring hope to the hopeless, life to the dying and help them become true disciples of Jesus Christ, the church is Headquartered in Area 49 at the Camp of God Cathedral with branches across Malawi....

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09/03/2026

Civil society warns K5 billion constituency fund risks abuse without oversight

As Malawi plans to raise the Constituency Development Fund to K5 billion per constituency, governance advocates say weak accountability and past misuse could undermine development unless strict management rules are enforced....

As Malawi plans to raise the Constituency Development Fund to K5 billion per constituency, governance advocates say weak accountability and past misuse could undermine development unless strict management rules are enforced.

06/03/2026

US Boost Malawian Writers’ Skills

The United States Embassy in Malawi organized a Writers' Workshop which drew over 20 participants from young to old, emerging and established writers with facilitators Muthi Nhlema and Shadreck Chikoti; alumni from Iowa University International Writing Programme. The prestigious Programme involves the participation of writers from different parts of the world and Chikoti a 2019 graduate, indicated that the experience accorded him the opportunity of gaining more experience in America....

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05/03/2026

Chinese Chamber of Commerce recommends compliance of Pres. Mutharika’s sanitation executive order on sanitation, hygiene: “Chinese businesses mustn’t compromise on sanitation”

The Chinese Chamber of Commerce urges Chinese businesses in Malawi to comply with President Arthur Peter Mutharika’s sanitation executive order, stressing hygiene, law adherence, and joint development efforts....

The Chinese Chamber of Commerce urges Chinese businesses in Malawi to comply with President Arthur Peter Mutharika’s sanitation executive order, stressing hygiene, law adherence, and joint development efforts.

05/03/2026

Chikwawa promotes commercial fish farming to strengthen livelihoods

Chikwawa District Council has intensified efforts to promote commercial fish farming as part of strategies aimed at improving household incomes and strengthening livelihoods in the district. The council on Wednesday held an agricultural field day at PEKA Fisheries Limited in the area of Traditional Authority Maseya, bringing together farmers, fisheries stakeholders and district officials to showcase progress in fish farming and discuss challenges affecting the sector....

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05/03/2026

Karonga District Hospital oxygen plant becomes operational after final testing

Karonga District Hospital’s oxygen gas plant has become operational following successful final testing conducted on Monday, a development expected to improve the availability of medical oxygen and strengthen healthcare service delivery in the district. Director of Health Services for Karonga District Health Office, David Sibale, confirmed on Wednesday that the plant is now producing high quality medical oxygen after the completion of the testing process....

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26/02/2026

Parliament clears SVP Chihana on Mega Farm Loans defaulters’ list: “He’s mistaken for Yeremia Chihana’s son”

Parliament has cleared Second Vice President Enock Kanzingeni-Chihana from the Mega Farms loan defaulters’ list, saying he was mistaken for Yeremiah Chihana’s son, who allegedly owes over K318 million....

Parliament has cleared Second Vice President Enock Kanzingeni-Chihana from the Mega Farms loan defaulters’ list, saying he was mistaken for Yeremiah Chihana’s son, who allegedly owes over K318 million.

25/02/2026

UTM vice president responds after being named in mega farms loan debate

Hellen Chabunya has defended her Mega Farms loan, saying it was a legitimate commercial facility and not a NEEF loan, as public scrutiny intensifies over beneficiaries named in Parliament....

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25/02/2026

Mega farms scandal erupts as minister names beneficiaries in Parliament

There was drama in Parliament after Agriculture Minister Roza Fatch Mbilizi named prominent beneficiaries of the Mega Farms Programme and exposed billions in unpaid loans. She said Government is determined to trace and recover all the money owed to the programme...

There was drama in Parliament after Agriculture Minister Roza Fatch Mbilizi named prominent beneficiaries of the Mega Farms Programme and exposed billions in unpaid loans. She said Government is determined to trace and recover all the money owed to the programme