President Chakwera and his Malawi Congress Party have stepped up actions against opponents as the September 2025 elections approach. Many political leaders, activists, and reporters face arrests in what critics call an attack on democratic freedoms.
Former Vice President Saulos Chilima was charged with corruption after being seen as a possible challenger to Chakwera. Martha Chizuma, who headed the Anti-Corruption Bureau, was arrested in 2022 for allegedly leaking information about investigations into high officials. Dalitso Kabambe, UTM president and former Reserve Bank Governor, faces charges of economic sabotage.
Lawmaker Sameer Suleman was arrested in January over social media statements about government ministers. Other opposition...
Police shot a Chikwawa District Council driver who tried running away from officers. Solomon Kamunda died from injuries after attempting to escape during an investigation. Authorities arrested the 48-year-old last Thursday because they believed he participated in several robberies throughout Blantyre and neighboring districts.
Law enforcement first took Kamunda to Blantyre for questioning. They later brought him back to Chikwawa on Sunday to help with additional detective work. Officers hoped he would assist them with finding other suspects. The situation turned deadly when Kamunda made his escape attempt.
Medical staff at Chikwawa Hospital initially treated Kamunda before transferring him to Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital. His...
Musician Patience Namadingo wants to fix broken ambulances at Mangochi District Hospital, but local officials say he must first follow the proper channels.
Namadingo announced his plans on Facebook Sunday, pledging to repair all damaged ambulances because "people of Mangochi seriously need them running." He traveled to the district but couldn't make immediate progress during his Monday meeting with authorities.
District Commissioner Davie Chigwenembe explained that Mangochi has nine damaged vehicles. Five are already being fixed, leaving four that Namadingo might help with. The musician must submit a formal proposal before any work can begin, as council rules require specific procedures for such donations.
The situation has created...
The NGO-Gender Coordination Network wants journalists to highlight women running for office in the September 16 elections. They believe positive stories can help female candidates succeed.
Unandi Banda from the National Elections Systems Trust said media shapes how voters see candidates. As part of government oversight, news outlets can encourage people to back women leaders. He shared these thoughts at a media meeting in the Balaka District.
The event received funding from UN Women through the Malawi Electoral Support Project. Several international organizations, including the EU, British FCDO, Irish Embassy, and Royal Norwegian Embassy, supported this initiative.
Radio journalist Florence Chilanga Zam'mimba welcomed the program...
SULOM plans to discipline those involved in a strange incident at Dedza Stadium. Some Dedza Dynamos fans allegedly confronted a Mzuzu City Hammers supporter over suspicions of using magic during their match. They reportedly pulled off his pants, claiming he wanted to cast spells on their team.
The Super League of Malawi reviewed videos of the clash. They started disciplinary proceedings based on league rules. SULOM officials expressed serious concerns about the behavior that disrupted the game day atmosphere.
League administrators stressed that they value respect, integrity, and fair play at all matches. They reminded everyone connected to the games to follow proper conduct guidelines. SULOM expects professional behavior from all...
Standard Bank joined forces with World Vision International to help protect Malawi's environment. They signed an agreement focused on forest regeneration worth 240 million kwacha over three years. The partnership aims to restore 200 hectares of land through the Mtengo Wanga program. About 10,000 community members will benefit directly from these conservation efforts.
The bank wants to support initiatives that restore Malawi's natural forests through partnerships that change mindsets. World Vision's Mbwezera Nkhalango Project will play a key role in these activities. Graham Chipande from Standard Bank said both organizations share similar goals about sustainable business practices. Charles Chimombo of World Vision mentioned that their...
The Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested Mzimba North lawmaker Yeremiah Chihana for suspected corruption and money laundering. He will face court tomorrow regarding these charges. Opposition groups claim the ruling Malawi Congress Party, led by President Lazarus Chakwera, is targeting political rivals. His lawyer confirmed authorities are taking Chihana to Mzuzu from Blantyre, where they detained him.
A government arrest warrant circulated on social media earlier today. The document states that officials suspect Chihana misused public office, failed to declare interest, and engaged in money laundering. The politician has repeatedly criticized President Chakwera's administration. He previously claimed corruption plagued the Affordable Inputs...
The Malawi Human Rights Commission will investigate poor working conditions for junior journalists. Media scholar Davie Danford Mchinga sent a petition about their low pay. Many reporters survive on small handouts from news sources because their salaries cannot cover basic needs. Senior media figures often ignore these problems, leaving entry-level staff struggling.
Mchinga asked officials to question media companies about underpaying workers despite labor laws. He wants answers from the Media Council of Malawi about why they demand high standards but ignore staff welfare. The petition also questions why journalists lack a labor union. MHRC Executive Secretary Habiba Osman confirmed that they received the complaint. She promised urgent...
Music star Patience Namadingo tried to help fix broken ambulances at Mangochi District Hospital but found all top officials missing. He announced his plan Sunday on Facebook, saying he wanted to repair several non-working ambulances for residents. When he called the Director of Health Services Monday morning, nobody answered his calls. Namadingo arrived at the hospital at 2:00 PM, hoping to meet with someone in charge. The secretary told him she had not talked to the director all day.
He asked about other leaders but learned the administrator was still at lunch at 2:40 PM. The District Medical Officer had traveled to Monkey Bay for work matters. Namadingo decided to stay overnight in Mangochi to try again the next day. The situation...
