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LIVE: Emotions boil over as heated courtroom clash forces emergency adjournment in Victoria Bobe murder trial

Noel MkwailaJuly 10, 2026

Tension, grief and raw emotions filled Courtroom Number 5 at the High Court on Friday as proceedings in the murder trial of Victoria Bobe were briefly brought to a halt following a heated confrontation between the defence and a State witness. The dramatic exchange unfolded during the cross-examination of State witness Christopher Pangeti by defence...

LIVE: Defense questions authenticity of police video evidence in Victoria Bobe murder trial, presents media footage

Noel MkwailaJuly 10, 2026

The defense in the ongoing murder trial of Victoria Bobe has challenged the authenticity and completeness of a video presented by the prosecution, with investigating police officer Christopher Pangeti admitting that the footage submitted in court is not the original unedited recording. During cross-examination, defense lawyer Michael Goba Chipeta questioned Pangeti about how the video...

IMF pledges support for Malawi’s economic recovery, social protection

Noel MkwailaJuly 10, 2026

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says any new lending programme for Malawi will prioritise restoring macroeconomic stability, reviving economic growth and protecting vulnerable citizens through continued social spending as discussions on a new financing arrangement continue. IMF spokesperson Julie Kozack said Malawi remains under significant economic pressure due to persistent macroeconomic challenges, including high inflation,...

Impex Tiles pledges support for infrastructure development

Noel MkwailaJuly 10, 2026

Impex Tiles has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Malawi’s infrastructure development by continuing to supply construction materials to the local market. The company’s Marketing Manager, Shiraz Waka, made the remarks during a media briefing, where he said the private sector has a role to play in complementing government efforts to improve infrastructure. Waka said modern...

TAM asks MPs to lobby for better transport policies

Noel MkwailaJuly 10, 2026

The Transporters Association of Malawi (TAM) has urged Members of Parliament (MPs) to lobby for policies that support local transporters, saying the current business environment has become increasingly difficult for the industry. TAM Director Frank Banda made the appeal following the opening of the third meeting of the 52nd session of Parliament, which commenced on...

MLW’s CREATOR Building named Malawi’s best construction project

Noel MkwailaJuly 9, 2026

The Malawi Liverpool Wellcome (MLW) Research Programme has won the Best Construction Project award for its Clinical Research Excellence and Training Open Resource (CREATOR) building, earning national recognition from the Construction Industry Regulatory Authority (CIRA). The award was presented during the National Construction Day 2026 celebrations held under the theme, “People, Quality, and Innovation: Building...

Treasury says CDF disbursement on track despite delay claims

Noel MkwailaJuly 8, 2026

Ministry of Finance, Economic Planning and Decentralisation has dismissed claims that the disbursement of Constituency Development Fund (CDF) resources has been delayed, saying the process is progressing as planned under the reformed CDF framework. In a statement, the ministry said the 2026/27 financial year began with the release of project preparation funds, adding that unlike...

Retired Standard Bank director Alan Chinula donates K10 million learning materials to Mzimba school

Noel MkwailaJuly 8, 2026

Retired Standard Bank Plc board director Alan Chinula has donated learning materials worth K10 million to Milala Primary School in Mzimba District as part of the bank’s Corporate Social Investment programme for retiring directors. Chinula, who served on the Standard Bank board for 14 years, selected the donation as his legacy project after retiring, with...

IMF assures Malawi of faster progress on economic programme talks

Noel MkwailaJuly 8, 2026

Finance Minister Joseph Mwanamvekha has held discussions with International Monetary Fund (IMF) African Department Director Zeina Zeidane on Malawi’s economic reform programme and continued cooperation with the global lender. The talks took place on the sidelines of the 2026 IMF African Caucus meeting in Banjul, The Gambia, where Mwanamvekha is attending alongside Reserve Bank of...

Court views crime reconstruction video as Victoria Bobe murder trial continues

Noel MkwailaJuly 8, 2026

The High Court in Blantyre on Wednesday adjourned the murder trial of Dr. Victoria Bobe until Thursday afternoon to allow the court to secure a transcriber for a video presented as part of the State’s evidence. The adjournment came after State witness, Christopher Pangeti, a police investigator, concluded his testimony by playing a crime reconstruction...

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Analyst says Moyale’s poor home run not about venue change

Kenphillips KanyinjiOctober 19, 2026

Moyale Football Club’s struggles at Mzuzu Stadium have nothing to do with the change of venue, according to sports analyst Pickford Kamanga. Kamanga was reacting to Moyale’s winless run at Mzuzu Stadium since returning from Rumphi Stadium, where the team has played four matches, losing 1-0 to Silver Strikers, drawing 2-2 with Masters FC, 2-2...

Blackout at Bingu Stadium sparks concern

Kenphillips KanyinjiOctober 19, 2026

The Ministry of Sports has admitted that the blackout that disrupted the Masters FC and Karonga United match at Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe was disappointing, as stakeholders have raised concerns over the management and maintenance of the facility. Ministry spokesperson McMillan Mwale told Capital FM that the stadium has backup generators designed to switch...

Moyale home struggles continue

Kenphillips KanyinjiOctober 18, 2026

Moyale FC’s struggles at Mzuzu Stadium have continued since their return from Rumphi Stadium, with the team yet to register a home victory in four matches. The latest setback came on Sunday when they suffered a 1-0 defeat to Silver Strikers in the FDH Bank Premiership. Innocent Shema scored the decisive goal in the seventh...

Haiya rewards beach soccer stars with K3 million bonus each after Seychelles triumph

Joseph SazuzeOctober 18, 2026

Football Association of Malawi (FAM) President Fleetwood Haiya has approved an increase in the Beach Soccer National Team’s winning bonus from K500,000 to K3 million per player following the team’s victory over Seychelles yesterday. The bonus rewards the team’s outstanding performance and qualification for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), while demonstrating FAM’s commitment to...

Agroecology could boost African farm yields and cut costs, a new report finds

Kelvin TemboOctober 18, 2026

A new report by ActionAid says agroecology could increase crop yields, cut farming costs and strengthen climate resilience across Africa, calling on governments to redirect agricultural subsidies towards sustainable farming practices. The study, which examines evidence from 10 African countries, says the approach could improve farmers’ incomes and food security, but warns that the transition...

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