Capital FM Malawi

MISA Malawi urges government to tackle access to information barriers

Noel MkwailaSeptember 28, 2026

The Media Institute of Southern Africa-MISA Malawi has called on government to address barriers preventing citizens from accessing timely and reliable public information, saying this is key to combating disinformation. In a statement marking the International Day for Universal Access to Information, MISA Malawi said limited access to credible information was creating room for false...

Reformed CDF drives new projects and education support across districts

Noel MkwailaSeptember 28, 2026

Education infrastructure and student support are among the projects being implemented in different districts under the reformed Constituency Development Fund (CDF), as government steps up implementation of the K5 billion allocation per constituency. In Phalombe, construction of Thambula Community Day Secondary School in Phalombe North East Constituency is expected to improve access to secondary education...

Police intercept two Mozambicans with four guns in Chikwawa

Noel MkwailaSeptember 27, 2026

Police have detained two Mozambican nationals after intercepting them at Kamuzu Bridge Roadblock with four firearms and several other weapons. The suspects, identified as 25-year-old Julio Aromado and 30-year-old Steven George, were arrested on Sunday after police officers became suspicious when the pair allegedly tried to avoid the roadblock. Malawi Police Service spokesperson Senior Superintendent...

Blantyre considers AI cameras to strengthen security and urban management

Noel MkwailaSeptember 25, 2026

Blantyre could soon have an artificial intelligence-powered surveillance system as the Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) explores the use of smart cameras to improve public safety and urban management. The proposed Smart City Surveillance Initiative would involve the installation of AI-powered cameras capable of detecting and identifying objects, interpreting incidents and providing real-time surveillance information....

Malawi football fan wins K1 million through Bandabets Triple Shot

Noel MkwailaSeptember 24, 2026

A Malawi football fan has walked away with K1 million after correctly predicting the scores of three football matches through Bandabets’ free-to-play Triple Shot Jackpot. Known as Paul, the lucky player took part in Triple Shot, a free-to-play feature that gives players an opportunity to predict the correct scores of three selected football matches. Paul...

Minister Ben Phiri pitches Usisya tourism, agriculture potential to Chinese investors

Noel MkwailaSeptember 22, 2026

Local Government Minister Ben Phiri has pitched Usisya in Nkhata Bay to investors and academics at Peking University (PKU) in China. Phiri said Usisya has beaches along Lake Malawi, mountains and fertile land that could support tourism, farming and other economic activities if properly developed. Speaking at PKU, Phiri said Malawi needs to learn from...

Ansah Foundation commits to helping marginalised groups live independent lives

Noel MkwailaSeptember 22, 2026

The Dr Jane Ansah Foundation says it will continue supporting people from marginalised groups to access opportunities that can enable them to live independent lives like anyone else. Vice-President Jane Ansah made the commitment after two people (one of short stature) completed driving lessons and obtained their driving licences with support from the Foundation. Ansah...

Ansah urges jobs for short-statured driving graduate

Noel MkwailaSeptember 22, 2026

Vice-President Jane Ansah says the acquisition of driving licences by two people, one of whom has short stature, should translate into employment opportunities and greater economic independence. Ansah was speaking after the two, who had been supported through driving lessons, completed their training and obtained driving licences. She said the development demonstrates the importance of...

Ansah challenges employers to look beyond disability and stature

Noel MkwailaSeptember 22, 2026

Vice-President Jane Ansah has challenged employers to look beyond physical appearance when considering people for employment, saying people of short stature and those with disabilities can perform tasks when given the opportunity. Ansah made the remarks after two people, of whole has short stature, completed driving lessons and obtained their driving licences through an initiative...

Ansah donates relief items to 1,000 vulnerable households in Phalombe

Noel MkwailaSeptember 15, 2026

Vice President Jane Mayemu Ansah has urged vulnerable people in Phalombe to organise themselves into cooperatives and venture into income-generating activities to improve their livelihoods. Ansah made the call on Tuesday when she donated assorted relief items to 1,000 vulnerable households in Traditional Authority Kaduya through the Dr Jane Ansah Foundation (JAFO). Ansah said the...

1 2 3 4 5 … 13

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...

Escape Ordinary Radio. 96.4MHz & 96.6MHz

Latest News

Latest News

Latest Posts

Trending News

Editor's Picks

Quick Links

Popular Categories

Latest News