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Malawi First opposes proposed deployment of 500 nurses to Israel

capitalfmradioAugust 18, 2026

Malawi First has strongly opposed a proposed government-to-government arrangement to deploy 500 Malawian nurses to Israel, arguing that the move could further strain the country’s already understaffed health system. In a statement dated August 18, 2026, the organisation says it is concerned with remarks by Malawi’s former Chargé d’Affaires to Israel, David Bisnowaty, regarding plans...

Scorchers’ WAFCON qualification highlights growing role of corporate support

capitalfmradioAugust 16, 2026

The Malawi Scorchers’ qualification for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) finals is highlighting the growing role of corporate partnerships in supporting the country’s national teams. This is the focus of the latest edition of TheOMGbrief, a newsletter published by Malawi-based Outreach Media Group, which examines the Scorchers’ WAFCON journey and their partnership...

The Midfield Conundrum: Gondwe to give Fazili selection headache

capitalfmradioAugust 11, 2026

By Blessings Chitekwere and Noel Mkwaila The Scorchers have made history in their maiden WAFCON appearance by going beyond the group stage. Malawi edged past Nigeria 3-2 before defeating Egypt 3-1. They lost to Zambia 2-1 but eventually finished top of Group C after the head-to-head calculations, with results against Egypt disregarded. With the three...

No final determination in HRDC leadership case – Ad-hoc committee

capitalfmradioJuly 30, 2026

A grouping identifying itself as Human Rights Defenders Coalition (HRDC) national ad-hoc committee says the High Court has not yet made a final ruling on the leadership dispute within the HRDC. Speaking at a media briefing in Blantyre on Wednesday, the group, led by its chairperson Hendreson Mhango said claims that the court conclusively determined...

‘Bullets supporters’ demand leadership changes as club officials reject calls

capitalfmradioJuly 26, 2026

A section of FCB Nyasa Big Bullets supporters has called for leadership changes at the club, with ‘supporter’ Billy Sevele, popularly known as Billy One, demanding the removal of Chief Executive Officer Albert Chigoga and National Supporters’ Committee General Secretary Archibald Kasakura. Sevele, who has been at the forefront of demonstrations against the two officials,...

Former adult film star sworn in as Colombia senator

capitalfmradioJuly 25, 2026

Former adult film actress Deyci Alejandra Omaña Ortiz, popularly known as Amaranta Hank, has been sworn in as a senator in Colombia after winning a seat in the country’s March parliamentary elections. Omaña will represent the Norte de Santander region in the Senate as a member of the left-wing Historic Pact coalition for the 2026...

Kasunda courts Chinese firm for Malawi infrastructure partnership

capitalfmradioJuly 24, 2026

Leader of The People’s Revolution (TPR), Jani Grey Kasunda, has engaged China’s Hualan Group to explore potential partnerships in urban planning, housing and infrastructure development aimed at addressing Malawi’s growing urbanisation challenges. According to a press release, Kasunda and his delegation visited Hualan Group on July 18, where they held discussions with the company’s Deputy...

NAP presses government to finalise compensation for July 20 protest victims

capitalfmradioJuly 20, 2026

Fifteen years after the July 20, 2011, demonstrations, the National Advocacy Platform (NAP) has renewed calls for the government to complete compensation for the families of those who died and for individuals who sustained injuries during the protests. Marking this year’s commemoration of the July 20 martyrs, the civil society organisation said the prolonged wait...

US Vice President JD Vance welcomes baby boy

capitalfmradioJuly 20, 2026

United States Vice President JD Vance and his wife, Usha Vance, have welcomed the birth of their baby boy, Alec Neel Vance. This is JD Vance and Usha Vance’s fourth child. In a statement released on Sunday, the Vance family said both mother and baby are healthy and doing well. “We are excited to announce...

Plane carrying Zambia Vice President Mutale Nalumango crashes after take-off

capitalfmradioJuly 9, 2026

A plane carrying Zambia’s Vice President, Dr. W. K. Mutale Nalumango, crashed shortly after take-off in Nakonde on Wednesday. Preliminary reports indicate the aircraft went down moments after departure while en route to Isoka District. Although sources say about eight people were on board, authorities have not yet confirmed the number of occupants. The condition...

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Rainbow Paints backs Winter Tour Golf Championship with K10 million

Noel MkwailaAugust 18, 2026

Rainbow Paints Limited has strengthened its partnership with the golfing fraternity after donating K10 million towards the second edition of the Winter Tour Golf Championship, scheduled for this weekend at Blantyre Sports Club The sponsorship is aimed at supporting the two-day tournament, which is expected to bring together golfers competing in several categories, including Pro-Am,...

Malawi First opposes proposed deployment of 500 nurses to Israel

capitalfmradioAugust 18, 2026

Hichilema pledges to work harder after securing second term

Noel MkwailaAugust 18, 2026

Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has thanked Zambians for renewing their trust in him, pledging to focus on development, unity and prosperity during his second term. In a message following his victory in the presidential election, Hichilema said the election had demonstrated Zambia’s commitment to peace, democracy and the rule of law. “This election showed the...

Mnangagwa commends Mutharika for promoting regional peace

Noel MkwailaAugust 17, 2026

Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has commended Malawi President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika for his leadership and commitment to promoting peace and security in the Southern African Development Community –SADC. He was speaking at the 46th Ordinary SADC Summit in Durban, South Africa. Capital FM’s Noel Mkwaila reports; CUE IN

Stakeholders urge accountability as Parliament passes 14 bills

Catherine BandaAugust 17, 2026

One of Parliament’s core mandates is to make laws that respond to the needs and objectives of the country. However, the effectiveness of these laws ultimately depends on how well they are implemented, monitored and enforced. During Parliament’s five-week meeting, which commenced on 7 July and ended on 7 August 2026, lawmakers passed bills aimed...

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