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12/10/2026

Boris Johnson writes:

It is sickening that the USA is now lifting sanctions on Russian fuel, and transparently ridiculous to blame Ukraine for the spike in prices that obviously began with the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Putin is murdering innocent Ukrainian civilians every day. The Ukrainians are fighting for their lives. And yet the White House is apparently determined to force American drivers to bankroll Putin’s slaughter. It won’t work and I doubt it will make much difference to the price of fuel.

If we want Russian oil and gas back on the world market then let’s end this war - with a free, sovereign and independent Ukraine.

Donald J. Trump Donald Trump For President What if you end the war first before lifting Russian sanctions?

12/10/2026

Roads Fund to Construct Toll Plaza in Balaka

The Roads Fund Administration plans to construct a toll plaza at Mpata along the Arthur Peter Mutharika Road in Balaka, about 10 kilometres beyond the Mangochi turn-off.

The project, expected to take eight months, aims to generate revenue for road maintenance, with projected collections of K8 million daily or K240 million monthly.
Roads Fund Administration Public Relations Manager Masauko Mngwaluko said tolling would target strategic and major roads across the country.

Source: Balaka District Council

11/10/2026

Malawi cannot be fixed by recycled politicians operating under the DPP, MCP, UDF, UTM or any party trapped in the old culture of corruption, patronage, and “ndale ndikudya.” The problem is not just the leaders; it is the system that sustains them.

Real change requires a new movement, fresh faces and bold ideas—not recycled politicians selling old politics as a new beginning.

If Chakwera was still at Statehouse, nkhani imeneyi sikanatuluka tsiku lalero
01/10/2026

If Chakwera was still at Statehouse, nkhani imeneyi sikanatuluka tsiku lalero

30/09/2026

BREAKING: COURT DECLARES DAUD SULEMAN’S DISMISSAL BY MACRA UNLAWFUL

Malawi’s Industrial Relations Court has declared the dismissal of former MACRA Director General Daud Suleman unlawful, ruling that the regulator failed to follow mandatory procedures before terminating his employment. Acting Chairperson Tamanda Nyimba delivered the ruling during a virtual sitting on Friday.

The court found that MACRA failed to comply with key provisions of the Employment Act and the Communications Act, particularly those requiring a senior employee to be given an opportunity to be heard before dismissal.

The court cited Section 57(2) of the Employment Act, which requires an employee to be given a reasonable opportunity to respond before termination on grounds of conduct or capacity.
It also cited Section 20(3) of the Communications Act, which specifically requires MACRA to give its Director General a hearing before a decision is made to remove them from office.
Suleman was appointed MACRA Director General in November 2021 on a three-year contract, which was later renewed for another three years running from 1 November 2024 to 31 October 2027.

The ruling means the court has found that the procedure followed in terminating Suleman’s employment did not meet the legal requirements.

29/09/2026

Bwana Chairperson,

I respectfully request that the Commission consider investigating the circumstances surrounding the management, examination and preservation of the crash scene, with particular attention to the respective roles and responsibilities of the Malawi Defence Force and the Malawi Police Service.

Having followed the proceedings of the Commission of Inquiry through various social media platforms, I understand that questions have arisen concerning the extent to which police investigators were able to perform their statutory and professional functions at the scene.

In this regard, I respectfully request the Commission to establish, as a matter of fact:

Which authority or officers assumed responsibility for securing and managing the crash scene immediately following the incident and during the subsequent investigative process.

What access was afforded to police investigators to photograph, document, examine and revisit the scene and whether such access was consistent with applicable investigative procedures.

Whether any instructions, directions or restrictions were issued to police investigators concerning their activities at the scene, and, if so, by whom, under what authority and for what stated purpose.

Whether all relevant physical and electronic evidence was properly identified, documented, collected and preserved, including cellular phones and other devices that may have been present at or recovered from the scene.

Whether any evidence was reported missing, removed, damaged or otherwise rendered unavailable, and, where applicable, what efforts were undertaken to locate, recover or account for such evidence.

Whether the manner in which the scene was managed had any material effect on the ability of investigators to conduct a complete and independent investigation into the circumstances of the incident.

I respectfully submit that these matters warrant examination not on the assumption that any particular officer or institution acted improperly, but to establish a clear factual record regarding the management of the scene, the preservation of evidence, and the discharge of the respective professional responsibilities of the authorities involved.

A determination of these matters may assist the Commission in assessing whether all reasonable investigative steps were undertaken and whether potentially relevant evidence was adequately preserved and accounted for.

Public Notice on the Cessation of Cheque Usage in Malawi
28/09/2026

Public Notice on the Cessation of Cheque Usage in Malawi

28/09/2026

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha says he has lost his peace and privacy since becoming one of the breakout stars of the 2026 World cup.

He said he can hardly go out or eat at a restaurant without people asking for photos, autographs or filming him.

Vozinha also revealed that several brands approached him during the World Cup, but he only accepted one promotional deal.

He added that he does not want to work with to***co, alcohol or betting brands for now.

Despite the opportunities that came with his fame, Vozinha admitted he preferred his old life.

Speaking to The Observer, he said,“If I had to choose between the life I have today and the life I had before, I would choose the life I had before.”

Source: African Folder

26/09/2026

An Open Letter to His Excellency Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika

By Dr Dalitso Kabambe Dr Dalitso Kabambe

Your Excellency,

Please accept my warm regards and best wishes for your good health.

I write in the sincere hope that this letter reaches you in the spirit in which it is intended: not as an attack, but as an appeal made out of concern for Malawi and for the legacy you have worked so hard to build. I would have preferred to speak with you in person. However, I fear that circumstances - and those who may not welcome an honest conversation - could make that difficult.

Your Excellency, I have long believed you to be a good man. That is why I feel compelled to speak plainly. I am deeply concerned that a small number of people around you may be acting in ways that threaten the reputation of your leadership and the Mutharika name. Serious allegations have been raised concerning corruption, money laundering, human trafficking, public procurement, members of the Cabinet, and the judiciary. These matters demand careful, independent investigation - not silence, intimidation, or political spin.

When people raise concerns about wrongdoing, they should not automatically be branded enemies of you or your administration. That kind of narrative serves no one except those who may wish to hide their own conduct. Malawians deserve to be heard. Many call you “Adadi” with affection because of the kindness and grace they have seen in you over the years. Their concerns should not be dismissed or used against them.

Your Excellency, I respectfully urge you to act decisively. Ensure that allegations are investigated impartially, whoever they may implicate. No individual should be above the law, and no office should be used to shield wrongdoing. The three arms of government must be protected, not weakened by allegations of misconduct or by efforts to silence those who speak out.

Malawians are facing serious hardships: shortages of fuel and gas, unreliable electricity, foreign-exchange pressures, and the rising cost of daily life. They also need reassurance that corruption and human trafficking will be confronted with resolve. Please speak directly to the nation. Acknowledge these challenges, explain what is being done, and demonstrate through action that those responsible will be held accountable.

I know that speaking openly may bring attacks or accusations. Still, the truth must be spoken - with care, fairness, and courage. Malawi is greater than any one person, party, or administration. Its laws, institutions, and people must come before the interests of those who would exploit them. The legacy you and your brother have built should not be put at risk by the actions of others.

Your Excellency, I wish you well. I hope this letter reaches you through the hands of a well-meaning Malawian and is received as an appeal to protect the country and the legacy you hold dear. The truth, pursued with integrity, can help set us free.

Yours sincerely,

Dalitso Kabambe PhD

22/09/2026

What is Lenacapavir?

Lenacapavir is a long-acting injectable medicine that helps prevent HIV infection in people who are HIV-negative and at substantial risk of acquiring HIV.

One injection provides protection for six months, offering an additional HIV prevention choice for people who may benefit from long-acting PrEP.

Who can use Lenacapavir?

LEN is intended for HIV-negative people who are assessed by a trained health worker to be at substantial risk of acquiring HIV, including people who may have:

An HIV-positive sexual partner who is not virally suppressed or whose viral status is unknown
Multiple sexual partners
Increased exposure to HIV through their sexual or other circumstances
Other factors identified during a health worker's HIV prevention assessment

Before receiving Lenacapavir, you will be tested for HIV and assessed by a trained health worker to determine whether Lenacapavir is an appropriate prevention option for you.

Remember Lenacapavir:

✅ Helps prevent HIV infection
✅ Provides six months of protection from one injection
✅ Offers an alternative to daily oral PrEP

But:

Lenacapavir does not cure HIV/AIDS
Lenacapavir does not treat HIV infection
Lenacapavir does not prevent other sexually transmitted infections
Lenacapavir does not prevent pregnancy

Continue using condoms correctly and consistently and follow the advice of your health worker.

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