Violence against women and girls continues to hurt Malawi despite strong laws meant to protect them. Justice Fiona Mwale leads child justice efforts at the national court system. She blames poor resources and legal ignorance for weak law enforcement. Many rural citizens cannot read or comprehend complex legal language. Court officials struggle to make existing protections work effectively.
Mwale spoke during a meeting in Balaka about mobile court services for remote communities. She wants laws translated into local languages that ordinary people can understand. Citizens who are aware of their rights are more likely to report crimes to the police and courts. Legal awareness helps victims recognize abuse and seek proper help from...
Agriculture Minister Sam Dalitso Kawale urged farmers to discard their old seeds in favor of better varieties. He posted the message on Facebook and promised to release 54 new farming innovations. Kawale blamed poor harvests on the outdated use of seeds among small farmers. The government invested money in developing improved seeds for beans, maize, and cassava. Research efforts should enhance crop yields nationwide.
Citizens responded with concerns about seed costs and government priorities. Francis Botha called the idea good but criticized expensive seed prices that hurt poor farmers. He asked officials to work with trade ministers on price controls. Another commenter suggested cheap fertilizer would help farmers more than new seeds...
Select Financial Services bounced back from huge losses last year. The lender earned K3.82 billion in profit after recording K2.63 billion losses during 2023. Government employees turn to this company when traditional banks reject their loan applications. Directors Daniel Dunga and Sean O'Sullivan approved the audited financial statements. The recovery demonstrates the effectiveness of their digital transformation strategy.
Gross loan amounts grew 42 percent from K22.3 billion to K31.6 billion. Total revenue increased 36.1 percent from K11.85 billion to K16.12 billion. Careful cost management played a key role in driving the strong results. Company executives adapted quickly to challenging economic conditions. Rural outreach programs...
Creck Sporting Club fired three coaches after a poor start. Joseph Kamwendo lost his job as head coach. Abel Mkandawire and Chiukepo Msowoya also left their positions as assistant coach and striker trainer. Club officials decided during a Friday meeting. The coaching staff had been suspended for one week before getting fired.
Kamwendo spoke to local reporters about losing his job. He thanked the club for giving him a chance to lead the team. The former coach accepted the decision without complaint. His coaching group faced suspension last week for a performance review. Team officials carefully reviewed their work before making the final decision.
The team struggles near the bottom of the league standings. Creck sits in 11th place...
A local support group gave police officers a new motorbike to help protect children and women. TIPOLISO worked with the Zomba District Council to donate happen at the Chingale Police Station. The organization aimed to address transportation issues that hindered officers from apprehending criminals. Police had trouble reaching crime scenes quickly because they lacked proper vehicles. Programs Manager Shadreck Kapalamula said the gift would help officers arrest people who hurt children.
Officers at Chingale struggled to handle cases of child abuse and forced marriages without reliable transport. The new motorbike provides them with a fast way to respond when crimes occur. Senior Superintendent Darlington Akambadi accepted the donation...
Malawi's top legal officer praised a recent constitutional meeting held in Blantyre. Attorney General Thabo Chakaka Nyirenda called the two-day event the best legal gathering he has attended. The Malawi Law Society and University of Malawi organized the conference together. Legal experts discussed problems with the country's main law document. They talked about needed changes and past mistakes made with constitutional rules.
Nyirenda stressed that the Constitution should help all citizens rather than remain just words on paper. The meeting produced many decisions that could improve how laws work for ordinary people. Law Society President Davis Njobvu said success depends on whether citizens support the recommended changes. He believes...
Ntcheu Warriors face trouble joining a football league. The team is unable to register for Eastern Region Division One matches. Their local football group recently switched from the Central Region to the Eastern Region. The Football Association of Malawi approved this change through an official letter. Alfred Gunda signed the document on April 20, 2025.
The national football body told Ntcheu District to work with Eastern Region officials. Government records show Ntcheu belongs to the Eastern Region. FAM supports the district's decision to move to the correct region. The approval seemed to solve any questions about where the team should play. Everything appeared ready for the Warriors to start competing.
Eastern Region officials...
A group working for peace has asked young people to stay away from election violence. The African Harmony Collective met with youth at the Sakata Trading Center. Program Director Landani Masingati addressed the crowd about the importance of maintaining peace. He said young people should help bring peace instead of fighting for politicians. The meeting focused on having calm elections.
Masingati explained that his group wants to visit more areas with the same message. He believes young people can make elections better for everyone. The organization plans to talk to many communities about unity. They want to stop violence before it starts. Peace work takes time, but it helps whole communities.
Chief Nkagula attended the meeting as the...
Twenty-seven men became deacons during a special ceremony at St Peter's Major Seminary. Archbishop George Desmond Tambala told the new church leaders they must help solve problems that affect church members. He wants them to listen carefully and offer real answers to people who struggle with daily challenges. The church leader emphasized that many Christians struggle with financial difficulties, health concerns, and family conflicts. He reminded the deacons to stay away from bad behavior and live good lives.
The archbishop called this event special for Malawi's Catholic Church because of the large number of new deacons being ordained. He thanked the families who allowed their sons to join the church ministry. Tambala hopes other...
