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Efforts to eliminate hepatitis delivers gains but more action needed to meet 2030 targets

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Global efforts to combat viral hepatitis are delivering measurable progress in reducing infections and deaths, but the disease remains a major global health challenge, according to a new World Health Organization (WHO) report released today at the World Hepatitis Summit. Viral hepatitis B and C – the two infections responsible for 95% of hepatitis-related deaths worldwide – claimed 1.34 million lives… Read More

WHO Member States agree to extend negotiations on Pathogen Access and Benefit Sharing annex

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Member States of the World Health Organization (WHO) have progressed work on the Pathogen Access and Benefit Sharing (PABS) annex, a key part of the WHO Pandemic Agreement, and today agreed additional time was needed to finalize the framework for ensuring a better, more equitable, response to future pandemics. Countries today ended the resumed session of the sixth meeting of… Read More
Mayor Isaac Jomo Osman Malawi 

Malawi: Jomo Osman – The Mayor Who Dared to Take Action

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By Burnett Munthali Blantyre City Mayor Isaac Jomo Osman is being hailed as a hero for standing up to the thugs terrorizing Limbe. The video of him slapping a suspected criminal has sparked debate, but let’s be real – the woman would’ve faced much worse at the police station. Isn’t it time we support our leaders who are fighting crime?… Read More
Shadrick Namalomba Malawi 

Malawi President Peter Mutharika Govt Vows Backing for Free Press at Salima Media Gala

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By Jones Gadama Government has pledged to keep supporting journalists and safeguarding media freedom, saying a free press is vital to Malawi’s growth and accountability. Minister of Information and Communications Technology Dr Shadric Namalomba delivered the assurance Sunday at Sunbird Livingstonia in Salima during the 2026 World Press Freedom Day commemorations and MISA Malawi Media Awards Gala Dinner. He said… Read More
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CHINA FIGHTS BACK: BLOCKS US SANCTIONS ON IRANIAN OIL DEALERS

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By Burnett Munthali China’s Commerce Ministry has issued a formal blocking order against US sanctions on five Chinese refineries accused of buying Iranian oil, citing violations of international law. The move targets Hengli Petrochemical, Shandong Jincheng Petrochemical Group, Hebei Xinhai Chemical Group, Shouguang Luqing Petrochemical, and Shandong Shengxing Chemical. The US had imposed sanctions on these “teapot” refineries, claiming they… Read More
Malawi’s Second Vice President Enock Kanzingeni Chihana Malawi 

PRESS FREEDOM TAKES CENTER STAGE AS CHIHANA SALUTES MALAWI JOURNALISTS

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By Shaffie A Mtambo Malawi’s Second Vice President Enock Kanzingeni Chihana has delivered a strong message of support to the country’s media, praising journalists for their courage and vital role in safeguarding democracy. In a statement released to mark World Press Freedom Day on May 3, 2026, Chihana joined President Arthur Peter Mutharika and the global community in commemorating the… Read More
South Africa 

NIGERIANS IN SOUTH AFRICA CAN NOW RETURN HOME FOR GOOD

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By Burnett Munthali The Nigerian government is offering free flights to its citizens who want to leave South Africa permanently due to the recent wave of xenophobic attacks. The move is aimed at alleviating the hardships faced by Nigerians living in South Africa, where violence and looting have been reported in cities like Johannesburg, Pretoria, and Durban. The Nigerian Consulate… Read More
Michael Mtambo Namibia 

NAMIBIAN PRESIDENT TAPS MALAWI’S JUSTICE MTAMBO FOR HIGH COURT BENCH

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By Jones Gadama President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah of Namibia has named retired Malawian High Court Judge Dr. Michael Mtambo as an Acting Judge of the High Court of Namibia. The appointment was confirmed Wednesday by Judiciary spokesperson Ruth Mputeni. According to the Namibian presidency, Nandi-Ndaitwah exercised her constitutional mandate to make the appointment following a recommendation from Namibia’s Judicial Service Commission.… Read More
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Malawi: WOMEN ARRESTED FOR ALLEGEDLY TRYING TO SELL STOLEN VEHICLE

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By Jones Gadama Kanengo Police in Lilongwe have arrested two women, Annie Kazembe and Suzgo Mhango, on suspicion of attempting to sell a stolen motor vehicle. The suspects were apprehended on April 30, 2026, in Area 25C while trying to dispose of a Honda Fit, believed to have been stolen. According to police, the duo allegedly presented forged documents in… Read More
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