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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.

Malawi future leaders Malawi 

Malawi future leaders, where are you? Your time has come!

Janet Karim,
By Janet Karim 9 Now therefore, behold, the cry of the children of Israel is come unto me: and I have also seen the oppression wherewith the Egyptians oppress them. – Exodus 3:9 14 I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Your works are wonderful, I know that full well. – Psalm 139:14 12 Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold… Read More
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Tazara deal signed: New chapter in Sino-Zambian relations

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By Burnett Munthali In a significant development for international relations and infrastructure, the new Tazara deal has been signed, marking a milestone in Sino-Zambian cooperation. The agreement, aimed at revitalizing the Tazara Railway, reflects a deepening of ties between China and Zambia. Chinese President Xi Jinping has expressed China’s readiness to embark on a new chapter in its relationship with… Read More
Son of former Zimbabwean president Mugabe arrested Zimbabwe 

Son of former Zimbabwean president Mugabe arrested for assaulting police officer

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By Twink Jones Gadama In a shocking turn of events, Chatunga Bellarmine Mugabe, son of former Zimbabwean President Robert Gabriel Mugabe, has been arrested for allegedly assaulting a police officer. The incident occurred on August 31, 2024, at Beitbridge. According to eyewitnesses, Chatunga was stopped by a police officer for a traffic violation while driving his vehicle. However, instead of… Read More
President Chakwera in China Malawi 

Globetrotting  Malawi President Lazarus Chakwera reaffirms strong ties with China at welcoming dinner

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By Burnett Munthali Beijing, China – September 1, 2024 – During a recent welcoming dinner hosted by Vice President of the People’s Republic of China, His Excellency Mr. Han Zheng, Malawian President Lazarus Chakwera reaffirmed the enduring friendship and collaborative spirit between Malawi and China. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 2008, Malawi and China have forged a robust… Read More
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Speaker Gotani Hara urges support for President Chakwera amidst political tensions

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By Burnett Munthali In a recent address, Speaker of the National Assembly, Gotani Hara, made a compelling appeal for unity and support for President Lazarus Chakwera. Speaking metaphorically, Hara compared the current political situation to cooking nsima, Malawi’s staple food. She emphasized the importance of using the right kind of firewood for cooking to ensure that the dish is properly… Read More
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Malawi: Political Commentator Calls for Stiff Penalties Against Absentee MPs

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By Twink Jones Gadama Renowned political commentator George Phiri has urged Speaker of Parliament Catherine Gotani Hara to take drastic measures against Members of Parliament (MPs) who abscond from deliberations in the House. Phiri’s call comes amidst concerns over the high rate of absenteeism among MPs since the opening of Parliament on Monday. He argued that MPs are elected to… Read More
Zambia Airports Zambia 

All provincial airports to be upgraded in Zambia

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By Burnett Munthali LUSAKA In a significant development for Zambia’s aviation sector, the government has announced a major initiative to upgrade all provincial airports across the country. This ambitious project aims to enhance infrastructure, improve safety standards, and boost connectivity between Zambia’s regions. The upgrade will involve modernizing existing facilities, expanding runway capacities, and installing advanced navigation and security systems.… Read More
Malawi Independance Day Malawi 

US-based Malawians commemorate 60 years of freedom in grand style

Janet Karim
By Janet Karim And when your children ask you, ‘What does this ceremony mean to you? ‘ Then tell them, ‘It is the Passover sacrifice to the LORD, who passed over the houses of the Israelites in Egypt and spared our homes when he struck down the Egyptians. — Exodus 12:25-27 US-based Malawian Diaspora held a three-day grand-style commemoration of the 60th (Diamond Jubilee)… Read More
Kamuzu Banda Leaders Malawi 

Commemorating 60 years of Malawi’s independence from British rule July 6, 2024

Janet Karim
By Janet Karim When Israel was in Egypt’s land, let my people go! … Go down, Moses, way down in Egypt’s land, tell old Pharaoh to let my people go…” – part of an African American spiritual Sixty years ago on July 6, 1964, the former protectorate of Nyasaland became independent from British rule, and changed its name to Malawi. Two years… Read More
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