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Fuel Price Hike Sparks Concern Among Minibus Owners: A Local Reality of Global Power Plays

Mar 24, 2026 08:08 PM Victor Asumani

In March 2026, Malawians woke up to a sharp increase in fuel prices announced by the Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA). Petrol rose from K3,499 to K4,965, a 41.9% jump, while diesel climbed from K3,500 to K4,945, representing a 41.3% increase. The hike was justified by MERA as a response ...

Students lead the way in environmental conservation at Moyo Academy

Mar 16, 2026 04:32 PM Gift Asibu

In a show of commitment to protecting the environment, students at Moyo Academy in Nkhotakota District have planted 70 tree seedlings at their school premises, setting an example for the surrounding community on the importance of environmental conservation. The initiative brought together stud...

MHEN calls for expansion of dialysis centre’s to improve access to kidney treatment

Mar 13, 2026 10:38 AM Gift Asibu

The Malawi Health Equity Network (MHEN) has called on government to gradually expand dialysis centers to more districts across the country in order to improve access to life-saving treatment for patients with kidney disease. MHEN says the expansion should prioritize underserved areas such as t...

MHRC reaffirms commitment to women’s rights

Mar 09, 2026 03:38 PM Gift Asibu

The Malawi Human Rights Commission (MHRC) has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting and promoting women’s rights as fundamental human rights, free from discrimination, violence, and exclusion. The remarks come as the world commemorates International Women’s Day under the theme “Give to Gain,...

Nkhotakota youths urged to embrace vocational skills as enrolment declines

Mar 04, 2026 03:28 PM Gift Asibu

The Board Chairperson of the Youth and Community Development Organization in Nkhotakota, Vincent Stima Phiri, has expressed concern over the growing number of young people who are shunning vocational and technical skills training despite the availability of favourable entry requirements and oppor...

MUB grins at tax-removal on disability assistive devices

Mar 02, 2026 01:51 PM Gift Asibu

The Malawi Union of the Blind (MUB) has commended government’s decision on zero-rate taxes on adapted motor vehicles, prosthetic limbs, hearing aids, and other assistive equipment. The union says the move will remove longstanding financial barriers that have prevented many persons with disabi...

Youth participation in forthcoming by-election excites advocates

Feb 27, 2026 07:07 AM Gift Asibu

The Young Politicians Union says the growing representation of young people in the forthcoming by-elections is a positive sign for the country’s democracy. Executive Director of the Young Politicians Union, Clement Makuwa, says the development shows that young people have realised they are age...