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Fuel Prices Increase in Malawi Starting April 1 The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) has announced new fuel prices that starts today on 1 April 2026, following a review by its Energy Pricing Committee. The authority explained that the changes were necessary because the international prices of petroleum products have increased in recent months. According to MERA, the price of petrol has increased from MK4,965 to MK6,672 per litre, representing a 34 percent increase. Diesel has also gone up from MK4,945 to MK6,687 per litre, which is a 35 percent increase. The regulator said the increase is linked to higher costs of importing fuel into the country. Kerosene prices have also been adjusted upwards. The price has increased from MK3,200 to MK5,824 per litre, which represents an 82 percent increase. MERA said the rise in prices followed a significant increase in the international price of kerosene and the cost of transporting fuel to Malawi. Jet fuel prices have also increased at maj...
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 By Maggie msongole   NDP Cheers Chihana’s Appointment as Malawi’s Second VP The National Development Party (NDP) is celebrating the appointment of hon. Enock   kamzingeni Chakufwa Chihana as the new second   President of the Republic of Malawi. ​In a statement released today, October 6, 2025, NDP President Hon . Frank Tumpale Mwenifumbo sent his sincere congratulations to Chihana. ​The NDP president called the appointment a " well-deserved recognition " of Chihana’s strong leadership and dedication to the nation. The party views his elevation as a win for Malawi’s democracy and a move to value talented individuals from all regions of the country. ​President Mwenifumbo also thanked His Excellency President Professor Peter Arthur Mutharika for his "visionary decision." The NDP stated that this action strengthens national unity and ensures fair representation at the highest levels of government, leading to a " more balanced and harmon...
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Parliament of Malawi is in mourning of the sudden passing of Honorable  Joyce Chitsuro.    By Maggie Msongole The Parliament of Malawi has expressed profound shock and regret at the death of Honourable Joyce Chitsulo, the Deputy Minister of Local Government, Unity and Culture.  Honourable  Chitsulo, also served as a Member of Parliament for Mwanza West. She died yesterday, Friday, June 6th, 2025, in Lilongwe. Elected as the MP for Mwanza West in 2019, Honourable Chitsulo was known as a strong advocate for her constituents, consistently championing issues of national interest and development.  Her dedication extended to her role as Chairperson of the Public Appointments Committee and Chair of Chairpersons, where she was praised for her exemplary leadership and unwavering commitment to the integrity of Parliament. Parliament has described her as a valued legislator whose contributions will be remembered with deep respect and gratitude. On behalf of the Parlia...
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DPP Condemns Arrest of Jappie Mhango, Labels It Intimidation Tactic By Maggie Msongole   The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has condemned the arrest of its Vice President for the North, Jappie Mhango, by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), describing the move as politically motivated and an attempt to intimidate opposition figures ahead of the upcoming general elections. In a statement released on Monday, the DPP questioned the timing of Mhango’s arrest, which relates to alleged misconduct during his tenure as Minister of Transport and Public Works between 2016 and 2017. The party raised concerns over why the ACB is acting on allegations that are over seven years old, just as Malawi prepares for a crucial election expected within the next 100 days. The opposition party accused the ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP) of using state institutions such as the ACB and Police to suppress dissent and target political rivals. According to the DPP, the arrest forms part of a broader p...
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Teen Found Dead in Suspected Suicide in Masasa Township By Maggie Msongole A 17 Year-old boy, identified as Micca Gama, was found dead in a suspected case of suicide in Masasa Township, Mzuzu, on Monday morning.  Gama’s lifeless body was discovered inside his home with a deep cut to the throat, raising concerns and prompting an ongoing police investigation. According to initial reports, the teenager lived alone and had previously expressed suicidal thoughts to friends and neighbours particularly when intoxicated. On the morning of the incident, Gama reportedly left his home around 8 a.m. to drink alcohol and returned approximately two hours later. Not long after his return, neighbours reported hearing unusual noises coming from inside his locked house, which led to the tragic discovery. Mzuzu Police spokesperson Cecilia Mfune confirmed the incident and said the body was taken to Mzuzu Central Hospital for a post-mortem examination to establish the exact cause of death. “While early...
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 By maggie msongole  Malawian Women Lead 'Chalk Revolution' to Drive Local Development A group of resilient women from Mponela is spearheading a transformative initiative in local production by manufacturing high-quality, dust-free chalk that has earned certification from the Malawi Bureau of Standards (MBS). This locally produced chalk—now proudly bearing the label Made in Malawi—presents a vital opportunity for the country to save foreign exchange, empower local communities, and reduce dependence on imports. However, the initiative emerges amidst mounting public frustration over persistent corruption and opaque procurement deals that continue to favor foreign suppliers. The women-led enterprise has drawn widespread attention, with public figure Kondwani Kachamba Ngwira lauding their efforts in a viral social media post. He praised the product’s quality and called for urgent support in the form of machinery and capital to help scale production. Ngwira also proposed a strategi...
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 By maggie msongole Malawi to Conduct Voter Verification from May 29 to June 1 Ahead of 2025 General Elections The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) set to begin a critical voter verification exercise from May 29 to June 1, 2025, as part of preparations for the upcoming general elections scheduled for September 16.  According to the Spokesperson for the Malawi Electoral Commission, Sangwani Mwafulirwa, the MEC has set up a USSD facility that allows citizens to verify their voter details using their mobile phones. Voters can do this by entering their voter certificate number or voter national ID number. This digital option aims to streamline the verification process and make it more accessible to a wider population. "If individuals encounter any challenges using the USSD facility or during the verification process in general, they are encouraged and advised to visit the center where they originally registered." Mwafulirwa said.  He also highlighted that during this period,...
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