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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...

Assistant lecturer found dead in Zomba, police launch investigation

Omega NkhandweJuly 20, 2026

Police in Zomba have launched an investigation into the death of 23-year-old Mary Hamba Nyirenda, an Assistant Lecturer at the University of Malawi, who was found hanging in her residence on Sunday evening, 19 July 2026. Speaking to Capital FM, Zomba Police Station Deputy Public Relations Officer, Andrew Mwale, confirmed the incident and provided details...

43-year-old man killed by elephant in Ntcheu

Florida ChonaJuly 20, 2026

A 43-year-old man, identified as Chiunguza Henderson from Zalengela 1 Village under Traditional Authority Ganya in Ntcheu District, has been killed by an elephant. Ntcheu Police spokesperson, Jacob Khembo, said the incident occurred on Sunday while Department of National Parks and Wildlife officers were attempting to drive three stray elephants back to Thuma Forest Reserve...

Speak up when your mind is not okay, NYCOM CEO Gadama Misomali tells youth

Noel MkwailaJuly 19, 2026

…Says Good Mental Health Is Key to Youth Innovation Young people must prioritise their mental health if they are to unlock their full potential and drive Malawi’s development through innovation and entrepreneurship, National Youth Council of Malawi (NYCOM) Chief Executive Officer Rhoda Gadama Misomali has said. Speaking on Saturday during the Mzuzu Youth Open Day,...

Lilongwe engages NBM plc and other investors on the acquisition of new vessels

Jane KaongaJuly 17, 2026

The government is engaging the National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc and other prospective investors to finance the procurement of modern vessels. NBM plc has expressed a willingness to support the acquisition of two new vessels. The development comes as discussions are also underway with other investors interested in investing in the water transport sector....

MACRA orders Airtel, TNM to compensate customers over tariff notice breach

Noel MkwailaJuly 17, 2026

The Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) has directed Airtel Malawi Plc and Telekom Networks Malawi Plc to compensate customers after the two mobile network operators failed to comply with legal requirements governing the implementation of revised telecommunications tariffs. According to a public statement issued by MACRA, although the Authority had approved the tariff adjustments following...

Malawi records 95 percent wildlife crime conviction rate as conservation efforts expand

Kelvin TemboJuly 17, 2026

Malawi recorded a 95 percent conviction rate for serious wildlife crime cases during the 2025-26 financial year, the highest since 2017, as conservation authorities intensified efforts to combat wildlife trafficking and expand environmental protection programs across the country. The figures, released in the Lilongwe Wildlife Trust (LWT) 2025-2026 Impact Report, show that 97 percent of...

ICON Properties unveils Lilongwe Office Complex, Chichiri Mall expansion plans

Noel MkwailaJuly 16, 2026

ICON Properties Plc has announced plans to construct a modern office complex in Lilongwe and expand retail space at Chichiri Shopping Mall in Blantyre as part of its long-term strategy to meet the growing demand for quality commercial infrastructure in Malawi. The announcement was made during the company’s 2026 Stakeholder Engagement held at Ryalls Hotel...

Seven convicted over theft and vandalism of LWB property

Kelvin TemboJuly 16, 2026

Seven individuals have been convicted by the Chiseka Magistrate’s Court in Lilongwe for offences related to vandalism, theft, and fraudulent appropriation of water belonging to the Lilongwe Water Board (LWB).‎‎ The cases were heard before Second Grade Magistrate Rose Chirwa, who imposed fines and custodial sentences while ordering compensation to the LWB. ‎‎One of the...

MACRA engages stakeholders on proposed fees for data controllers and processors

Antony IsaiahJuly 16, 2026

The Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) is pushing forward with plans to charge data controllers and data processors annual registration fees, using a series of stakeholder consultations — most recently in Lilongwe — to defend the proposal and gather feedback before it is finalised. MACRA, which is designated under the Data Protection Act, 2024 as...

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Local government minister engages CSOs on strengthening CDF accountability

Noel MkwailaOctober 20, 2026

Minister of Local Government and Rural Development Ben Malunga Phiri has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to working with civil society organisations (CSOs) to strengthen accountability in the implementation of the Reformed Constituency Development Fund (RCDF). Phiri made the remarks during a roundtable meeting with CSAT, the only civil society organisation that attended among those invited...

Power cuts to ease significantly by December- Energy Minister

Jane KaongaOctober 20, 2026

Minister of Energy Jean Mathanga has assured Malawians that power cuts will reduce significantly by December this year. She made the assurance on Tuesday while touring Nkula power station, where works are under way to increase generation capacity. The visit comes as continued power outages affect businesses and households across the country. Mathanga said she...

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...

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