Namibia's State House has addressed a viral clip showing President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah discussing workplace absenteeism, stating her remarks were misrepresented when separated from their full context. The president had been speaking at a road construction ceremony in Kunene region when she stressed the importance of maintaining a strong work ethic among those employed on government infrastructure projects.
Officials clarified that Nandi-Ndaitwah was encouraging residents to take advantage of local job opportunities while emphasizing accountability among workers. Her comments addressed concerns about employees frequently missing work without legitimate medical justification, which can delay public works and harm communities depending...
Nkhatabay Mpamba legislator Jacob Mtambalika told Parliament that Malawi squanders billions in development assistance because ministries and organizations lack specialized personnel to execute donor-funded initiatives before financing expires and returns to lenders. The lawmaker cited World Bank commitments exceeding $3 billion that remain largely unspent due to reliance on part-time civil servants managing major programs alongside regular government duties, creating accountability gaps and implementation delays.
Mtambalika proposed creating dedicated implementation units staffed by full-time experts assigned to individual financiers such as the African Development Bank and Arab funds, arguing that current absorption failures represent...
Lincoln Liwonde, representing Lilongwe City M'buka Constituency, informed Parliament that foreign exchange shortages during the previous five years severely undermined commercial activity among traders and shop owners in areas stretching from Malangalanga through Wakawaka to Six Miles. The legislator stated that President Peter Mutharika's commitment to restoring forex availability should enable businesses to restock merchandise and reverse closures affecting the predominantly trading community.
Liwonde identified education access as another constituency priority, noting that school fees prevented numerous children from attending classes. He expressed support for the K5 billion Constituency Development Fund allocation, which will...
Healthcare employees in Nsanje have protested automatic monthly deductions of K1,000 from their wages, which authorities are directing toward the Social Welfare Fund without proper consultation. Affected staff members include cleaners, hospital attendants, ground laborers, and clinical personnel who described the salary cuts as demoralizing and indicative of inadequate communication from management.
Workers appealed for transparent dialogue regarding the contributions, arguing that their essential responsibilities in medical service provision warrant clearer explanations about financial obligations. Ministry of Health representatives at Nsanje Council have not addressed the complaints or justified the wage reductions, highlighting...
Former Malawi President Lazarus Chakwera has urged Malawi Congress Party members to restore internal cohesion and regain voter confidence following their electoral defeat, acknowledging that citizens rejected the party for failing to deliver on promises. Speaking at a Lilongwe briefing, the MCP leader characterized the September loss as an opportunity to conduct internal reflection and understand why voters chose differently, while warning against factional infighting that could further damage party prospects.
Chakwera told supporters the electoral setback should motivate members to listen to constituents, demonstrate humility, and rebuild credibility both within party ranks and among the broader electorate. He pledged to personally...
The Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives has demanded immediate government intervention over alleged financial misconduct totaling billions of kwacha at Salima Sugar Company Limited, with accusations pointing to senior Malawi Congress Party officials and their associates. Executive Director Sylvester Namiwa stated that former Executive Chairman Wester Kossam approved a credit facility worth K1 billion to an MCP member and her son, who continue trading under various names without repayment, while separately authorizing K1.3 billion to ESTT Holdings for a Brazilian sugar shipment that never materialized.
The advocacy group questioned how Kossam maintained his position despite the Greenbelt Authority board being...
Second Vice President Enock Chihana has pledged that the government will prevent hunger-related deaths in Karonga through emergency maize imports from Zambia for distribution across affected areas. The official addressed traditional leaders, business representatives, youth delegates, and council members at Karonga Museum, noting that the district experiences regular drought conditions requiring immediate intervention while possessing significant mineral wealth, including uranium deposits that remain underdeveloped.
Paramount Chief Kyungu emphasized that progress requires social cohesion and mutual respect among communities. Business sector representative Winston Manda raised concerns about inadequate waste management infrastructure...
Democratic Progressive Party Central Region Vice President Alfred Gangata has called for greater opportunities for young people and women who contributed to the organization's electoral success. The minister of state indicated that supporters who dedicated time and resources during the campaign should receive priority consideration for jobs as recognition of their efforts toward the party's victory.
Gangata spoke at Chilimampunga Ground in Mtandire, Lilongwe, where he congratulated Alex Banda on his election as mayor of the capital city and acknowledged strong local backing that helped two party councillors win their races. The rally also marked a court ruling directing the Malawi Electoral Commission to announce the parliamentary...
Gospel artist Chrissie Kamthunzi has completed her music degree at Daystar University in Kenya, fulfilling a longtime ambition to formalize her training in an art form she has practiced since childhood. The performer, who also works as a fashion designer, received her qualification from the Kenyan institution after years of developing her vocal abilities and releasing multiple recordings.
Kamthunzi's discography includes well-received tracks such as Wokondedwa Wanga and Mukhale Woyamba, which have established her reputation within gospel music communities. The musician expressed hope that her academic credentials will enable her to create more meaningful work and serve as a mentor to emerging artists in her genre.
