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Malaria cases high in SADC region
Minister of Health Khumbize Kandodo and Deputy Minister of Namibia Dr. Esther Utjiua Muinjangue cutting of ribbon to launch 2021 Mass Net Distribution Campaign – pic by Carol Mkandawire By Grace Kapatuka SALIMA-(MANA)-Minister of Health Khumbize Kandodo Chiponda says malaria cases are still high in the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) despite great progress being made by countries within the region.
Chiefs call for skills development for youths
Salima, November 9, Mana. Senior Chief Kachindamoto of Dedza has called upon government and partners to empower out of school youth by creating skills development initiatives for them. The Senior Chief made the remarks on Monday in Dedza during the handover ceremony of Nkosini Community Skills Development Centre (CSDC) which was refurbished by the Technical Entrepreneurial and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TEVETA).
Salima district council awards best performing revenue collectors
Salima, October 19, Mana: Salima District Council on Monday awarded three revenue collectors with cash prizes for their exceptional performance in their work in the 2020/2021 financial year. Speaking during the awarding ceremony, the council’s Director of Finance (DOF), Limbani Mwafulirwa said the gesture was meant to increase revenue collection for improved service delivery through the motivation of the responsible officers.
Malawi's Dedza Catholic Bishop-elect Peter Adrian Chifukwa to be consecrated August 28 - The Maravi Post
Dedza Catholic Bishop-elect Peter Adrian Chifukwa By Grace Kapatuka SALIMA-(MANA)-Consecration of Bishop-elect Father Peter Adrian Chifukwa as head of the Catholic Diocese of Dedza will take place this Saturday at Bembeke Cathedral, the diocese’s communications secretary Father Joseph Billiat has confirmed.
NEW BISHOP FOR DEDZA DIOCESE TO BE CONSECRATED SATURDAY
The diocese’s Communications Secretary, Father Joseph Billiat, confirmed to Malawi News Agency on Monday, saying all preparations for the ceremony are almost done. He said the function will take place at Bembeke Demonstration School ground in Dedza and that all COVID-19 measures will be adhered to.
Malawi: Couple Arrested Over Murder of Their 3-Year-Old Son
Malawi Police Service in Salima have arrested a couple on suspicion that they murdered their three-year-old son in order to save their marriage. Salima Police Station spokesperson Jacob Khembo identified the couple as Stain Chingwege, 32 and Mtisunge Banda 22.
Malawi: Couple Arrested for Alleged Murder
Salima — Police in Salima have arrested a couple on suspicion that they murdered their three-year-old son in order to save their marriage. Salima Police Publicist, Jacob Khembo identified the couple as Stain Chingwege, 32 and Mtisunge Banda 22.
Malawi: Immigration Officials Arrest Salima Sugar Foreign Workers
Salima — Barely a day after Minister of Homeland Security Richard Chimwendo Banda stormed Salima Sugar Company, where it was transpired that most foreign workers at the factory do not have work permits, Immigration officials on Wednesday arrested the Indians in question. Department of Immigration Spokesperson, Joseph Chauwa confirmed the development to Malawi News Agency (Mana) that the Indian nationals have indeed been arrested.
Malawi: Three Die, Six Injured in Salima Road Accident
Salima — , 2020. Three unidentified passengers died while six others sustained various degrees of injuries in Salima on Sunday following a road accident that involved a blue saloon Toyota Avanza motor vehicle registration number BP5673. Salima Police Publicist, Jacob Khembo said the accident occurred around 16:30 pm along the Salima-Nkhotakota road and that police are yet to identify all the three deceased and the six that have been injured.
Malawi: Story Workshop to Implement Nutrition Project in Salima
Salima — The Story Workshop says it will soon start implementing a one-year nutrition project in Salima aimed at promoting the adoption and practice of good nutrition and health behaviour among school aged children and their care givers.
Malawi: Fisheries Department Donates Ppe's to Fishermen in Salima
MANA Salima, May 28, 2020.The Department of Fisheries through Nsomba Nchuma Project on Wednesday donated protective equipment to fishermen at Chipoka fishing village in Traditional Authority (TA) Ndindi in Salima. The project is being implemented in conjunction with Chancellor College. Speaking during the handover ceremony Director of Fisheries, Friday Njaya, said the equipment is meant to protect fishermen from COVID-19 pandemic.
Malawi Courts Jail 2 Men Separately for Sodomy
Two men have been jailed separately by Malawi courts for sodomising young children. In Dowa, the Mponela First Grade Magistrate Court has sentence 49-year-old man Lackson Billiat to three years imprisonment with Hard Labour (IHL) for sodomizing a 14-year-old boy who also happens to be epileptic.
Malawi: Angry Protesters Storm Police Demanding Release of a Murder Suspect
Salima — , 2020.There were running battles between the police and angry protestors from Traditional Authority Maganga in Salima Saturday morning after the latter (protesters) stormed the district's police station demanding the law enforcers to release a murder suspect who was being kept in a police cell so that "they deal with him." The development forced the law enforcers to fire teargas on the protesting crowd to disperse them and running battles ensued.
Malawi: Salima DC Dares Committee to Be Vigilant On Covid-19
Salima district commissioner Grace Chirwa has urged the Primary Health Emergency Management Committee to be vigilant in sourcing resources with which to prevent coronavirus. Salima district commissioner Grace Chirwa: Calls for vigilance She made the call on Wednesday during an orientation meeting for the committee members which was also meant to develop the district's emergency preparedness and response plan conducted with support from World Vision Malawi.
Malawi: Stakeholders Play a Crucial Role - VP
Salima — The Vice President Everton Chimulirenji says government appreciates efforts stakeholders in the country make in ensuring that lives of the underprivileged are improved. Chimulirenji was speaking on Wednesday at Ngolowindo Islamic school in Salima when he launched the Muslim World League International Organisation for Relief, Welfare and Development programs for the country.
Malawi: Alumni Donate Computers to Salima Secondary School
Salima — Salima secondary school alumni over the weekend cheered students and donated six sets of desktop computers and a printer worth over two million kwacha to the school. Speaking after the handover ceremony, President of the alumni, Dr. Genesis Chorwe said the donation was aimed at easing challenges faced by learners at the school. "The desktop computers we have donated will assist learners to learn computer skills.
Malawi: Salima Police Arrest Man for Defiling Daughter
Salima — , 2019. Police in Salima have arrested a 23-year-old man, Lyson Stephano Chunga for allegedly defiling his two-year-old daughter. Salima Police Publicist, Jacob Khembo said the incident occurred on the night of November 3, 2019. The police said wife to the suspect, Selina Lyson Chunga, reported to police that the child cried all night but she did not suspect anything until in the morning when she noticed semen on the baby's private parts.
Malawi: Youth Plants Over 200,000 Seedlings in Ntcheu
By Grace Kapatuka District Forestry Officer (DFO) for Ntcheu, Donnex Mtambo said a five year Youth Forest Restoration programme initiated by government is proving to be a success in the district. Speaking to reporters who were on a media tour under the project in Ntcheu, he said youth clubs in Ntcheu managed to plant about 226, 800 seedlings through the programme whose aim was to provide young people with training and jobs as well as protect the environment.
Malawi: Friends of Chimulirenji Drum Up Support for DPP
By Grace Kapatuka Ntcheu — Friends of Chimulirenji in Ntcheu have embarked on mass campaign rallies aimed at drumming up support for Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) and its presidential running mate, Everton Chimulirenji. Speaking when the group addressed a rally on Tuesday at Mphepo Zinai in the area of Traditional Authority Njolomole in the district, leader of delegation, Elson Kakhome said the aim of the mass rallies was to woo support for the ruling DPP.
Loss of 21 people is a national tragedy says government…..Supports affected families with MK 6.3 million
Burial ceremony of road accident victims pic by Grace Kapatuka (Mana) By Grace Kapatuka and Chimwemwe Kamdende The Malawi Government has described the death of 21 people who lost their lives in a road accident at Kampepuza in Ntcheu on Friday as a great loss to the nation.
Malawi: Makwangwala Calls for Tough Law
By Grace Kapatuka Ntcheu — Senior Chief Makwangwala of Ntcheu has asked the district council to formulate tough bylaws that can help protect the environment. Speaking during a full council meeting on Monday, Makwangwala said Ntcheu has not been spared from environmental degradation characterised by depletion of forests and other natural resources.
Malawi: GVH Talks Tough On Environmental Conservation
By Grace Kapatuka Group Village Headwoman (GVH) Kasale of Traditional Authority Kwataine in Ntcheu has warned her subjects in the district against depleting forests in her area. The chief was speaking in an interview with journalists who were on a tour organized by Malawi Lake Basin Consortium on Monday.
Malawi: African Female Journalists Asked to Embrace New Technology
By Grace Kapatuka Kenya — pic by WAN-AFRA Female journalists from Africa and beyond have been called upon to acquire more skills and knowledge on the use of new technologies that would make them communicate to the masses better.
Malawi's water crisis; Haunted by dry taps
Water sources By Grace Kapatuka It is 4 am in Ntcheu; time to wake up and prepare for those going to work. Winnie Phiri fondly called Nambewe by her mistress wakes up at that time to heat water for her boss’ bath. She turns on the tap but water does not come out. She then opens one of the buckets in the kitchen only to find it half full. The water is not enough. Nambewe is only two-day old as a maid in this house at Ntcheu Boma. “Aunt!” she calls her mistress who is still in bed.
Malawi: Ntcheu Council Staff Donate to Patients
By Grace Kapatuka Ntcheu — Ntcheu District Council staff on Monday cheered patients at the district's hospital where they also donated assorted items worth over K200,000. Speaking after making the donation to patients in all the hospital's wards, District Commissioner for Ntcheu, Smart Gwedemula said the group decided to visit the patients to show they care for them and celebrate with them the New Year.
APM urges people of Ntcheu to continue supporting DPP
Malawi President Peter Mutharika has urged people in Ntcheu to continue supporting the ruling Democratic People’s Party (DPP) for continued sustainable development in the country. Speaking at Ntcheu old bus depot during a whistle stop tour on Wednesday, he said Malawians are already enjoying the fruits of DPP led government hence the need to give it more years to rule the country so that it continues to develop the country. “DPP government is the only party that has the welfare of people at heart.
Malawi, Mozambique Strengthen Security Relations
By Steve Chirombo and Grace KapatukaThere is possibility of a stronger security relationship between Malawi Police and their counterparts in Mozambique following meetings the two parties have been holding in the country. In Chikwawa, the meeting was held Friday at Hope Lodge in the district that saw the participation by Malawi's Immigration Department, Lengwe National Park representatives, officers from Chikwawa Police Station and those from Doa District in Mozambique.
Malawi: Burundian Burnt to Death As Irate Malawi Mob Set His House On Fire - Suspected of Human Body Parts Trade
By Grace KapatukaA 28 year old Burundian national was on Friday burnt to death by an angry mob at Kambilonjo trading centre in Ntcheu on suspicion that he used to buy human body parts for cultism to acquire wealth. Ntcheu police publicist, Hastings Chigalu identified the deceased as Andrew Bosco, a Burundi national who was operating a retail shop at the said trading centre which is along Malawi-Mozambique boader.
Malawi: Ntcheu Police Arrest Seven Suspected Thugs
By Grace KapatukaNtcheu — Police in Ntcheu are keeping in custody seven suspected thugs who have allegedly been attacking motorists at Kachipeya area along Ntcheu-Dedza M1 road during night. There have been reports of series of attacks at kachipeya in Ntcheu whereby motorists travelling along M1 road, have for a long time been targeted by people who block the road with big rocks, and sometimes with heavy plunks of trees with the aim of robbing them.
Malawi: Catholic Bishop Calls for Prayerful Nation Ahead of 2019 Polls
By Grace KapatukaNtcheu — Bishop George Tambala of Zomba Diocese of the Catholic Church has called upon the church's faithful to pray for the nation ahead of the 2019 tripartite election so that it is peaceful, free and fair. Bishop Tambala made the call over the weekend at Sharpevale in Ntcheu when he presided over the ordination of two deacons to priesthood and celebration of silver jubilee of two other priests.
Malawi: Catholic Bishop's Call to Prayer Ahead of 2019 Malawi Watershed Polls
By Grace Kapatuka -ManaBishop George Tambala of Zomba Diocese of the influential Catholic Church has called upon the church's faithful to pray for the nation ahead of the 2019 tripartite election so that it is peaceful, free and fair. Bishop Tambala made the call over the weekend at Sharpevale in Ntcheu when he presided over the ordination of two deacons to priesthood and celebration of silver jubilee of two other priests.
Malawi: Ntcheu Chiefs Hail Government for K 4billion Project Money
By Grace KapatukaNtcheu, June 26, 2018. Traditional Authorities Makwangwala and Phambala of Ntcheu have hailed government for setting aside K 4 billion for development activities to be carried out in all the 193 constituencies of the country.
Malawi: Be Neutral and Objective When Reporting, Journalists Urged
By Grace KapatukaLilongwe — Director of Information Gideon Munthali has urged the media in the country to remain neutral and objective when reporting about the forth coming general elections scheduled for next year. Speaking on Saturday in Lilongwe when he opened a training on elections reporting for journalists, Munthali said the media has the power to shape people's observation and interpretation of political information during elections.
Malawi: Three People Sentenced to Six Years for Burglary
By Grace KapatukaNtcheu, April 19, 2018. Ntcheu First Grade Magistrate's court has sentenced three people to six years each for burglary and theft. Deputy Police Publicist, Andrew Kamanga identified the three as Wedson January 41, Jackson Kathumba 34, and Billy Ng'ambani 29.
Malawi: Police Officer Dies in Road Accident in Ntcheu
By Grace KapatukaNtcheu — A Senior Police officer died on Tuesday afternoon in Ntcheu after the vehicle he was travelling in with other friends, overturned and caught fire at Mfulanjovu junction along Blantyre-Balaka M1 road in Ntcheu.
Malawi: Farmers Asked to Establish Farmer Field Schools
By Grace KapatukaNtcheu District Council Chairperson Councilor, Shimita Njobvu has asked farmers in the district to establish farmer field schools so as to promote new farming technologies.
Malawi: No One Will Die of Hunger in the Country - VP Chilima
By Grace KapatukaNtcheu — Vice President Dr Saulos Chilima says government is making all efforts to ensure that no one dies of hunger in the country. The Vice President who is also Minister responsible for Disaster Affairs made the remarks on Tuesday in Ntcheu when he presided over the handover ceremony of parboiled rice by the Chinese government to Malawi government.
Malawi: Two Road Accidents Claim Four Lives in Ntcheu
By Grace KapatukaNtcheu — Four people were killed on Saturday afternoon in Ntcheu following two road accidents which occurred at Lizulu and Ndirande house near Chingeni roadblock. According to Ntcheu Police Publicist Hastings Chigalu, the first accident at Lizulu trading centre claimed one life of Alikanjero Chikosa who was hit alongside a friend who was treated as an out-patient.
Malawi: Police Officers Asked to Maintain Peace and Order
By Grace KapatukaNtcheu — Police officers in Ntcheu have been asked to maintain peace and order so as to keep the good image of the service. Speaking during a post Christmas party for police officers and their spouses, Station Officer (SO) for Ntcheu Bright Sanudi said police officers need to be exemplary in everything. "I would like to urge you all to ensure that you maintain peace and order every time so that we win people's trust as security providers," he said.
Malawi: One of Malawi Police's 'Most Wanted' Armed Robbery Suspects Arrested
By Grace Kapatuka -ManaPolice in Ntcheu have arrested a 22 year old man suspected to be a notorious armed robber who shot and injured a Burundian National and a bicycle taxi operator in Mangochi on December 14, 2017. The incident, according to Mangochi Police Publicist, Rodrick Maida, occurred around 9:00 pm on the material day at Soko bus depot in the district. Ntcheu Police deputy publicist, Andrew Kamanga identified the suspect as Muhammad Alisa.
Malawi: Jailed 2 Years for Selling Market Land in Ntcheu
By Grace Kapatuka -ManaNtcheu Magistrate's Court sitting at Kasinje has sentenced a 47-year-old Davie Adamson to two years imprisonment for unauthorized use of land.
Malawi: VP Chilima Honours Departed Parents, Relatives in Ntcheu
By Grace KapatukaNtcheu — Vice President Dr Saulos Klaus Chilima and wife Mary Chilima, on Saturday joined the people of Nsipe and surrounding areas in a memorial mass organized in honour of the Veep's departed parents and relatives at Nsipe parish in Ntcheu. Accompanied by family members and friends, Dr Chilima and wife attended a memorial mass at Nsipe Catholic Parish in the district which was celebrated by Father Epiphany Bwanali, the parish priest of Nsipe.
VP Chilima honours departed parents, relatives in Ntcheu
Ntcheu, November 5, 2017: Vice President Dr Saulos Klaus Chilima and wife Mary Chilima, on Saturday joined the people of Nsipe and surrounding areas in a memorial mass organized in honour of the Veep’s departed parents and relatives at Nsipe parish in Ntcheu. Accompanied by family members and friends, Dr Chilima and wife attended a memorial mass at Nsipe Catholic Parish in the district which was celebrated by Father Epiphany Bwanali, the parish priest of Nsipe.
Malawi: Ntcheu Dho Gets Medical Equipment Boost
By Grace KapatukaNtcheu — Ntcheu District Hospital on Monday received a donation of assorted medical equipment worth MK8 million from Hope Endeavours children care centre of the United States of America (USA) through its office in Malawi. The equipment included 200 mattresses, one resuscitator, vacuum baby extractor, glucometer, patients' trolley and digital baby scale, among others.
Malawi: Govt Commends Adventist University
By Grace KapatukaNtcheu — Minister of Education, Science and Technology, Bright Msaka says government appreciates the role private colleges play in ensuring that deserving students access higher education. Speaking on Sunday when he presided over the ninth congregation of 504 students of the Malawi Adventist University (MAU) at Lake View in Ntcheu, Msaka said private colleges compliment government's effort of ensuring that students in the country access higher education.
Malawi: Agriculture Official Cautions FISP Suppliers
By Grace KapatukaNtcheu — Programme Manager for Lilongwe Agricultural Development Division (ADD) George Kapelemera has cautioned agro dealers and suppliers of 2017/18 Farm Input Subsidy Program (FISP) against engaging themselves into malpractices that end up frustrating a farmer.
Malawi: Men Still Avoiding Circumcision in Ntcheu
By Grace KapatukaNtcheu — A recent voluntary male medical circumcision (VMMC) campaign conducted in Ntcheu has revealed that men still shun the service despite deliberate efforts to reach them. Briefing stakeholders at the Boma Wednesday, VMMC Acting Coordinator for Ntcheu District hospital Duncan Lipenga, said even though the hospital managed to reach 85 percent of its target during the campaign, the majority of the patrons were children from the age of 10 to 14 years.
Dead woman ‘resurrects’ in Ntcheu
Jana (2nd from right) chatting with family members - Pic by Grace Kapatuka Ntcheu, August 13, 2017: Fear has engulfed people of Bula Village, Traditional Authority Kwataine and surrounding areas in Ntcheu following the ‘resurrection’ of a 34-year-old woman who died on July 25, this year. Large numbers of people from surrounding areas were seen Sunday morning flocking to the village to witness if this reappearance of the woman from the world of the dead was indeed a true story.
Malawi: Dead Woman 'Resurrects' in Ntcheu
By Grace KapatukaNtcheu — Fear has engulfed people of Bula Village, Traditional Authority Kwataine and surrounding areas in Ntcheu following the 'resurrection' of a 34-year-old woman who died on July 25, this year. Large numbers of people from surrounding areas were seen Sunday morning flocking to the village to witness if this reappearance of the woman from the world of the dead was indeed a true story.
Malawi: St Luke's Nursing Launches Website, Strategic Plan
By Grace KapatukaZomba — St Luke's college of Nursing and Midwifery of Zomba on Friday launched a website and a five year strategic plan which is aimed at helping the college to achieve its set goals. Speaking during the launch of the two milestone developments at Malosa in Zomba, Minister of Health Atupele Muluzi commended the institution for the positive advancement.
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