Online Star Says Police Keep Her Money.
A well-known web writer, Tamia Ja, claims police at Lingadzi hold K1.2 million that belongs to her.
Police took Tamia Ja last year when someone said she stole cash. A business person sent K8 million to her bank space by error. The money is meant to go to another person. People said Tamia Ja would not give the funds back.
The police came to her home during their work. They took her a travel pass and some money. They gave her a pass back but kept K1.2 million.
"I asked many times for my money," Tamia Ja wrote on Facebook. "Nothing changed. I put this here because I need help from others."
She also told people to learn what rights they have. This matters most when meeting police, she said...
City Says No to Walk for Election Money.
The Lilongwe City Council turned down Ras Chikomeni Chirwa's plan for a big walk. He wanted to raise money to run for office.
City head Macloud Kadam'manja wrote to Chirwa on February 6. The letter said Chirwa must ask the election office first. The walk was set for March 11 at 9:30 a.m.
Chirwa wanted people to walk from the 6-mile circle to Game shops. But the city said anyone raising money for elections needs the go-ahead from the Malawi Election Commission.
This comes after Chirwa failed to join the 2019 vote. He could not pay the K2 million fee back then. The fee has gone up to K10 million for the next election.
The election office increased the fee to keep less serious candidates away...
Fuel Runs Low in Malawi as Stations Close.
Anger grows in Malawi as more gas stations shut their doors. The public wants fast help from leaders as cars sit empty.
Many say the head of Malawi's fuel office must step down. They point at Henry Kachaje, who runs MERA, the group that watches fuel use. People think he failed to fix the problem.
Church leader Harold Kachepatsonga, who leads the Mighty Chenicheni Mchiti African church, spoke up about the trouble. He said closing gas stations made things worse for everyone.
"Lines stretch far at stations," said Kachepatsonga. "Shops can't work right. People can't do basic things without fuel."
The fuel problem hits both city and farm areas hard. Cars that help sick people can't run, and...
Bank Gives Money to Plant Trees in Ntcheu.
The National Bank of Malawi handed over K7.5 million to help plant trees on Muonekera Mountain. This gift will put more trees in the Ntcheu area.
Charles Ulaya from NBM spoke at the event in Blantyre. He said the bank started helping save trees in 2014. They want clean air and good land for years ahead.
Young people from the Chibwana group do the work. They put trees on the ground under Chief Goma V's eye. The team has kept 65,000 trees growing strong on the mountain.
Chief Goma V thanked the bank for its help. "Each tree makes our air better," he said. "These trees will help our children have good lives."
The bank's money will speed up tree planting work. More trees mean better air and...
Leaders Must Help Change Minds for Malawi Growth.
A top government leader asked chiefs and church heads to guide change in people's thinking. This will help Malawi reach its hopes for 2063.
Dr. Elizabeth Gomani Chindebvu shared these words on Thursday in Balaka. She met with local chiefs, church leaders, and young people. They talked about new ways of thinking, working hard, and making money.
"We need fresh thinking to push our land forward," Chindebvu said. She runs the office for national unity. She added that new thinking helps other parts of Malawi's plan work better.
She wants church heads and chiefs to share these ideas. These leaders can help their people learn ways to do better and stand on their own.
Chindebvu feels sure...
Star Keeper Thole Turns Down Wanderers Deal.
The top keeper at Mighty Wanderers, William Thole, said no to staying with the team. His time ends on February 23, 2025.
Team boss Panganeni Ndovi spoke to newsgroups. He said the club wanted Thole to stay, but the keeper made other plans.
Word comes that Thole went to another land. He may sign with a new team there. This comes as a big change for the keeper, who plays first for Malawi's national team.
The Wanderers did not wait long to find help. They brought in Chancy Mtete from Mzuzu City Hammers. He will fill the space Thole leaves.
Thole gave much to the Wanderers. As he moves ahead, fans will thank him for his time with their team.
Malawi Singer Onesimus Shares New Love Song.
Top Malawi artist Onesimus started 2025 with fresh music. His new song "Tabwera" came out this week.
The sweet tune speaks of someone looking for love. His deep singing makes fans feel strong feelings.
"I have an album coming," Onesimus said. "Many good things are ahead." He added thanks to his Malawi fans for their help through time.
Last year brought him many wins. He won Best Male Artist at the Shining Star Africa Awards. The HAPA Awards named him Best Male Artist as well. His song "Controller" earned Song of the Year at the Music Video Africa Awards.
More praise might come soon. Two award groups picked him for prizes in Rwanda this April. They want to give him the Best Young Achiever...
Joe Kigozi Returns to Next Media for Final Visit.
Joe Kigozi returned to Next Media Park today after saying goodbye to the company, where he had worked as a top leader for 14 years.
He started his day at Next Radio's Morning Switch show, where he talked about his time at the company and shared how he grew from a sports voice to a head manager.
After the radio talk, he walked through Next Media Park. He met with workers and thanked them. Many told him how much he helped them learn and grow.
"Joe taught us more than just work skills. He showed us how to be better," said one staff member.
Kigozi began at Next Media in 2008. He first talked about sports on show 442. He then moved up to run company talks, selling, and planning. He made...
Uganda's Leader Marks Army Day, Sees Strong Growth Ahead.
President Museveni led the 44th Tarehe Sita event in Kyotera District on Tuesday. He came with his wife Janet, who leads the Education Ministry.
The day marked when Uganda's people's army began. It remembers those who fought for the nation's freedom.
Museveni said Uganda keeps growing stronger. He pointed to changes since 1986 when his group took power. The nation's worth will reach $59.3 billion by next June, he said, which shows big progress from $4 billion in 1986.
He spoke of five steps in Uganda's growth path. First, they brought back crops like coffee and cotton. Then, they made these areas bigger. The third step was adding new business types. Fourth, they made better...
