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Two Voices Rise: Women Break Political Barriers in Nkhotakota
When Dorothy Chikonje stood atop an open vehicle during former President Lazarus Chakwera’s whistle-stop tour at Dwambazi and Dwangwa markets, few believed Nkhotakota Dwangwa Constituency was ready to elect a woman to Parliament. But when official results were announced by the Malawi Electoral Co...
Making Malawi’s Music Scene Safe for Women
In Malawi’s music scene, women are creating beats, breaking records and inspiring audiences but online abuse threatens to silence their voices. From Cyberbullying and body shaming to threats and defamation, female artists face attacks that target their identity rather than their talent. Y...
Illovo Reaffirms Commitment to Strong Ties with Cane Growers
The Illovo Sugar Company has reiterated its commitment to maintaining a strong working relationship with cane growers. Illovo Malawi Managing Director, Lenald Ngwira, made the remarks on Friday during the Growers’ Open Day at Chitowe Stadium in Dwangwa, Nkhotakota District. Speaking after t...
WOMEN PIONEERING THE 2025 ELECTION
For decades, Malawian politics has remained a male-dominated field and according to the Malawi Electoral Commission, only three women have appeared on the presidential ballot in Malawi’s democratic history: Loveness Gondwe in 2009, Dr. Joyce Banda in 2014 and the late Abusa Helen Singh also in 20...
Lake of Stars returns to Nkhotakota with sustainability and green energy on top of music, tourism
The Lake of Stars Festival is back on the golden shores of Lake Malawi, returning to Nkhotakota from 17-19 October 2025 at Fish Eagle Bay Lodge. With more than just a celebration of music and art, the festival has become a catalyst for economic growth, cultural exchange, and sustainable touri...
Fuel Imports Flowing Smoothly, Says Ministry of Energy
Principal Secretary for the Ministry of Energy, Alfonso Chikuni, says fuel importation under both the Government-to-Government (G2G) and Open Tender System suppliers is flowing steadily, with significant price advantages compared to neighboring countries. Chikuni made the remarks on Friday in ...
Susan Kakota Mussa Geared to Transform Nkhotakota Central
Aspiring Independent Candidate for Nkhotakota Central Constituency, Susan Kakota Mussa says if elected, she will introduce teacher incentives and remedial classes to improve education standards in Nkhotakota District. Mussa made the remarks during a press briefing in the district, where she ou...