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16/01/2025

South Africa deports 600 Malawians

South Africa has deported 600 Malawians who were previously held at Lindela Camp.

The deportees, mostly Men, were seen making noise and shouting in different ascent with their heads out of the bus windows at Mwanza township enroute to Blantyre.

The spokesperson for the immigration department in Mwanza, Mavuto Kalilombe, said that a riot broke out at the camp due to overcrowding, leading to the decision to send the individuals back to Malawi.

Kalilombe further noted that the deportees traveled in 12 buses, with five of the buses already reaching the Mwanza border.

Since last year, South African immigration officials have been sending Malawians and other foreign nationals back to their home countries due to improper documentation.

Reported by GAN/Ground News.

16/01/2025

Mnangagwa's third term advancement; Constitution experts casts doubt amidst government amendment plans


HARARE, ZIMBABWE – A constitutional showdown is looming in Zimbabwe over President Emmerson Mnangagwa's potential bid for a third term.

https://goodmorningafrican.wixsite.com/gman/post/mnangagwa-s-third-term-advancement-constitution-experts-casts-doubt-amidst-government-amendment-pl

By Staff Writer

16/01/2025

Three Ethiopian Nationals arrested in Mzimba

Police at Kafukule in Mzimba District arrested three Ethiopian nationals suspected to have entered the Malawi illegally.

https://goodmorningafrican.wixsite.com/gman/post/three-ethiopian-nationals-arrested-in-mzimba

By Victoria Yande

By Victoria Yande Police at Kafukule in Mzimba District arrested three Ethiopian nationals for suspected to have entered the country illegally.Arrested immigrants Pic courtesy of Kafukule PoliceThe three, identified as Mubarike Yemen 27, Salamuni Aman, 18, and Tsedeke Girma 18, were found at Nashoni...

16/01/2025

Over 7000 people to access clean water in Mzimba
By Victoria Yande

Over 7000 people from the area of Traditional Authority Chindi in Mzimba are expected to have access to clean water following the New Apostolic Church Relief Organisation(NACRO) initiative to introduce water and sanitation projects in the district.

https://goodmorningafrican.wixsite.com/gman/post/over-7000-people-to-access-clean-water-in-mzimba

By Victoria Yande

16/01/2025

Five murder suspects arrested in Chitipa

Police in the Northern District of Chitipa have arrested five people for allegations that they took part in the murder of a 25 years - old Jailosi Simfukwe in the district.

https://goodmorningafrican.wixsite.com/gman/post/five-murder-suspects-arrested-in-chitipa

By Michael Ng'ambi

13/01/2025

Malawi Minister of Finance says climate change affected implementation of 2024-2025 budget

Malawi's Minister of Finance, Simplex Chithyola Banda has said the 2024-2025 budget implementation was hit by effects of climate change (El Nino) which resulted in various economic hardships the country has faced over the past year.

The Minister made the remarks during an opening ceremony for a pre-budget consultation meeting currently underway at Bingu International Convention Centre in Lilongwe.

He said the budget is a crucial tool for fostering economic stability and growth, particularly during times when the economy faces significant challenges.

"Given the current economic climate, it is essential that we collaboratively identify key areas for the budget to focus on in order to promote sustainable economic growth and resilience for the betterment of Malawians.

"The past year has been marked by notable progress and significant challenges. Domestically, we have worked tirelessly to stabilize inflation, strengthen our currency, and improve public service delivery," said Chithyola Banda.

The Minister said the country continues to face persistent economic hurdles. Globally, the world is navigating the adverse impacts of geopolitical tensions, fluctuating commodity prices, and negative effects of climate change.

Chithyola Banda said however, the government is still in discussion with the International Monetary Fund to consider supporting Malawi with the Extended Credit Facility (ECF).

He said currently, the government will continue to rely on domestic revenue resources to fund its budget operations other than just the donors.

The Economic Association of Malawi (ECAMA) President, Bertha Bangara Chikadza, said the government should reconsider the decision to rely on grants saying in the past year, it has not been of much help.

"Relying on donors will be like shooting ourselves in the foot. Grants have failed in the past year and we cannot continue to rely on them more," she said.

Reported by GAN

10/01/2025

Malawian youths encouraged to embrace cleanliness mindset

As one way of embracing cleanliness in their mindset, Malawian youths in Thyolo District through environmental office have been urged to remain committed to cleanliness in their communities and the surrounding.

https://goodmorningafrican.wixsite.com/gman/post/malawian-youths-encouraged-to-embrace-cleanliness-mindset

By Dalitso Kampira

10/01/2025

Fuel scarcity bites hard transporters, traders, students in Malawi

Malawian transporters and traders plying their businesses in the northern city of Mzuzu are facing the hardest times following continued fuel scarcity in the country.

https://goodmorningafrican.wixsite.com/gman/post/fuel-scarcity-bites-hard-transporters-traders-students-in-malawi

By Everister Lungu

09/01/2025

Billy Crystal, Paris Hilton and other celebs lose homes in LA fires
..Tens of thousands forced to evacuate as winds fuel fires in Southern California

As multiple wildfires burn through Los Angeles County, some celebrities are posting about the impact of the fires and showcasing the fire damage throughout LA County, home to nearly 10 million people.

https://goodmorningafrican.wixsite.com/gman/post/billy-crystal-paris-hilton-and-other-celebs-lose-homes-in-la-fires

Source: Good Morning America

08/01/2025

M'mbelwa council shuns chiefs' interface meeting, asks for postponement

Chiefs around Mzimba Boma have expressed disappointment at M'mbelwa District Council officials for failing to attend an interface today and opt for postponement.

https://goodmorningafrican.wixsite.com/gman/post/m-mbelwa-council-shuns-chiefs-interface-meeting-asks-for-postponement

By Victoria Yande

25/12/2024

Kabaza taxi business gets hot on Christmas Eve

Every festive season , people go shopping to get something for themselves and their families.

Just like it is the trend everywhere in Malawi, the City of Mzuzu is not left behind.

https://goodmorningafrican.wixsite.com/gman/post/mzuzu-kabaza-taxi-operators-see-business-boost-on-christmas-eve

By Everister Lungu

24/12/2024

Shine on Malawi distributes Christmas hampers to 31 students in Mzimba

Shine on Malawi has taken an initiative to distribute Christmas hampers to 31 children under its education sponsorship program at Kamwazeka Village in Mzimba District.

https://goodmorningafrican.wixsite.com/gman/post/shine-on-malawi-distributes-christmas-hampers-to-31-students-in-mzimba

By Chisomo Sezi

22/12/2024

Women civil servants donate assorted items to Chitipa District hospital worth MK350,000

Some women calling themselves as women of substance (civil servants) have donated assorted items to patients at Chitipa District Hospital.

https://goodmorningafrican.wixsite.com/gman/post/women-civil-servants-donates-assorted-items-to-chitipa-district-hospital-worth-mk350-000

By Michael Ng'ambi

By Martha Chikoti, ContributorMalawi's Rural Electrification Project, Deputy Director at MAREP, Francisco Chingoli, says the project is working hard to reach its target of 50% coverage by 2030 as a way of increasing access to electricity in rural areas. We are targeting 50 percent coverage by 2030 P...

22/12/2024

Malawi rural electrification program targets 50 percent coverage by 2030

Malawi's Rural Electrification Project, Deputy Director at MAREP, Francisco Chingoli, says the project is working hard to reach its target of 50% coverage by 2030 as a way of increasing access to electricity in rural areas.

https://goodmorningafrican.wixsite.com/gman/post/malawi-rural-electrification-program-targets-50-percent-coverage-by-2030

By Martha Chikoti- Contributor

By Martha Chikoti, ContributorMalawi's Rural Electrification Project, Deputy Director at MAREP, Francisco Chingoli, says the project is working hard to reach its target of 50% coverage by 2030 as a way of increasing access to electricity in rural areas. We are targeting 50 percent coverage by 2030 P...

22/12/2024

Go fresh unveils the Kingston's as brand ambassador

Go Fresh, a butchery chainstone, has announced the signing of Zeze and Dorothy Kingston as their official brand ambassadors in a launch event.

https://goodmorningafrican.wixsite.com/gman/post/go-fresh-unveils-the-kingston-s-as-brand-ambassador

By Martha Chikoti- Contributor

22/12/2024

Presidential aspirant pledge transformation in key sectors

Presidential aspirant Millward Tobias has unveiled a comprehensive manifesto, outlining his vision for transforming Malawi's economy and improving the lives of its citizens.

https://goodmorningafrican.wixsite.com/gman/post/presidential-aspirant-pledge-transformation-in-key-sectors

By Martha Chikoti- Contributor

22/12/2024

CHERA bemoans lack of information on inclusive HIV services

Community Health Rights Advocacy (CHERA) has bemoaned inadequate inclusive HIV/AIDS information towards the marginalized societies saying this hinders effective delivery of services to the key populations in the country.

https://goodmorningafrican.wixsite.com/gman/post/chera-bemoans-lack-of-information-on-inclusive-hiv-services

By Martha Chikoti-Contributor

18/12/2024

Malawi Drought Response project to bail out vulnerable communities in Thyolo

The Malawi Drought Response (MDR) project is geared to bail out 1,920 households affected by El Nino and cyclone Freddy in Thyolo district through cash assistance as well as Agriculture and nutritional support and will be implemented by Foundation For Community and Capacity Development (FOCCAD).

https://goodmorningafrican.wixsite.com/gman/post/malawi-drought-response-project-to-bail-out-vulnerable-communities-in-thyolo

By Dalitso Kampira

By Dalitso KampiraThe Malawi Drought Response (MDR) project is geared to bail out 1,920 households affected by El Nino and cyclone Freddy in Thyolo district through cash assistance as well as Agriculture and nutritional support to be implemented by Foundation For Community and Capacity Development (...