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Category: Southern Africa

Southern Africa, southernmost region of the African continent, comprising the countries of Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.

Muslim Leaders Human Rights Malawi 

Fear grips communities as muslim leaders condemn witchcraft-linked killings

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By Shaffie A Mtambo BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Fresh concerns have emerged over the growing wave of mob justice in Malawi after seven people were reportedly killed in separate attacks linked to witchcraft accusations in districts such as Chikwawa, Nsanje and Mzimba. As tension continues to rise in some communities, the Muslim Association of Malawi has stepped forward to strongly condemn the killings, warning… Read More
Kamuzu Banda Leaders Malawi 

Scrap Kamuzu Day: Malawi must stop honoring a legacy written in blood

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Jones Gadama Every year on May 14, Malawi pauses to commemorate Kamuzu Day, a public holiday meant to honor the memory of Dr. Hastings Kamuzu Banda, the country’s first president and leader for 31 years. On the surface it appears to be a day of national remembrance, but in reality it is a day that reopens old wounds for thousands… Read More
Atupele Muluzi Malawi 

Malawi: When apologies arrive too late to matter: Atupele Muluzi’s “time to rest” mea culpa

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By Jones Gadama Atupele Muluzi says he wants to “clarify respectfully and sincerely” the remarks he made during last year’s campaign about President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika, specifically the line that “it is time for him to rest.” He insists the comments were never meant as an insult, that he respects the democratic choice Malawians made in electing an 85-year-old… Read More
Malawi 

Malawi: 43 charged with murder over false genital mutilation rumors in Chikwawa

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Jones Gadama Deputy Inspector General of Police in Malawi, Noel Kayira, has said that all 43 people arrested in connection with mob violence and the spread of false claims about genital mutilation will face charges of murder without distinction. The suspects have now been taken to the Chikwawa Magistrate’s Court to answer the charges. According to Kayira, those who spread… Read More
Witchcraft Malawi 

Witchcraft: Malawi Police arrest 9 more over false genital disappearance claims

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By Chisomo Phiri BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Police have arrested nine more people suspected of being involved in spreading false information about the alleged disappearance of private body parts, a rumor that has led to the killing of innocent people and caused panic in the lower Shire districtsc of Chikwawa and Nsanje. The latest arrests bring the total number of suspects arrested in connection… Read More
Iran Oil Malawi 

The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) still Posting high fuel prices due to the conflict in the middle East

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By Chisomo Phiri The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) has announced a reduction in the price of petrol, offering some relief to motorists and consumers amid the rising cost of living. According to the latest adjustment, the price of petrol has dropped by K463 per litre, from K6,672 to K6,209 per litre. Despite the decrease in petrol prices, MERA has… 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
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
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