Category: Malawi

Malawi, a landlocked country in southeastern Africa, is defined by its topography of highlands split by the Great Rift Valley and enormous Lake Malawi. The lake’s southern end falls within Lake Malawi National Park – sheltering diverse wildlife from colorful fish to baboons – and its clear waters are popular for diving and boating. Peninsular Cape Maclear is known for its beach resorts.
President: Lazarus Chakwera Trending
Capital: Lilongwe
Recognised regional languages: List: Yao; Tumbuka; Tonga; Sena; Lomwe; Ngonde; Lambya
Population: 18.14 million (2018) World Bank

Malawi

Freeing Malawi’s youth from the yokes of marginalisation

March 10, 2025March 10, 2025 Global AuthorFreeing Malawi's youth

By Janet Karim Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity. — 1Timothy 4:12 Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. “Honor your father and mother” (this is the first commandment with a promise), “that it may go well with… Read More

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Do not make laws with “certain people” in mind….

February 26, 2025February 26, 2025 Global AuthorMalawi Parliament, Peter Mutharika

By Janet Karim So they hanged Haman on the gallows that he had prepared for Mordecai. Then the king’s wrath subsided. – Esther 7:10 When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child, I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I put the ways of childhood behind me. (1 Corinthians 13:11). In July… Read More

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Malawi’s inflation rate takes a slight uptick

February 20, 2025February 20, 2025 Global AuthorDr. Simwaka, Malawi's inflation rate

By Twink Jones Gadama Malawi’s inflation rate has edged up to 28.5% in January 2025, marking a slight increase from the 28.1% recorded in December, according to the latest figures from the Reserve Bank of Malawi. This marginal rise, driven primarily by a surge in food prices, has interrupted the downward trend in inflation observed in recent months. The increase… Read More

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Help the Malawian voter to understand the DPP and UTM alliance

February 20, 2025February 20, 2025 Global AuthorDPP and UTM alliance, Kabambe, Peter Mutharika

By Janet Karim Help the Malawian voter to understand the DPP and UTM alliance 2 The Lord said to Gideon, “You have too many men. I cannot deliver Midian into their hands, or Israel would boast against me, ‘My own strength has saved me.’ — Judges 7:2 14 But Samuel said, “What then is this bleating of sheep in my ears? What is this lowing… Read More

Malawi OP-ED

My Take On IT – All hands-on deck in a democracy in our land

February 20, 2025February 20, 2025 Global Authordemocracy in our land

Janet Karim All hands-on deck in a democracy in our land 15Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. 16Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in… Read More

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All hands-on deck in a democracy in our land

February 12, 2025February 12, 2025 Global AuthorLazarus Chakwera, Malawi

BY Janet Karim 15Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. 16Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. 17And whatever you do, whether in word or… Read More

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Malawi: Defending voter rights amid government non-compliance: A citizen’s guide

November 20, 2024November 20, 2024 Village ReporterMEC’s insistence on using the Smartmatic system

By Burnett Munthali As Malawi prepares for upcoming elections, citizens are increasingly concerned about the government’s reluctance to ensure compliance with voter rights. Key issues, such as the National Registration Bureau’s (NRB) failure to provide adequate services at registration centers and the Malawi Electoral Commission’s (MEC) insistence on using the controversial Smartmatic system, have raised alarm bells. These challenges, if… Read More

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On building united, like-minded, positive future leaders

October 24, 2024October 24, 2024 Janet Karimpositive future leaders

By Janet Karim Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old, he will not depart from it. — Proverbs 22:6 “Therefore, if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, then make my joy complete… Read More

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Malawi’s judiciary under fire

October 22, 2024October 22, 2024 Village ReporterChief Justice Mzikamanda

By Twink Jones Gadama Malawi’s judiciary has been plagued by allegations of corruption, prompting urgent calls for reforms to ensure justice is served. Recent cases have highlighted the need for accountability within the judiciary, with some judges and lawyers accused of corrupt practices. The Malawian judiciary’s integrity has been questioned, with accusations of corruption and government delays in enacting laws… Read More

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Local Tailor George Isaac Donates Uniforms to Needy Students at Chitedze Primary School

October 17, 2024October 17, 2024 Village ReporterChitedze Primary School

By Twink Jones Gadama In a heartwarming display of community spirit, George Isaac, a renowned tailor from Limbuli in Mulanje district, has donated uniforms to underprivileged students at Chitedze Primary School. Isaac, who owns a popular tailoring shop in town, was moved to action after witnessing numerous students attending school in tattered clothing. Isaac revealed to this Online publication that… Read More