LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The government has admitted failing to complete full rehabilitation works at Kamuzu Palace after property was vandalized during the transition of power between Malawi Congress Party (MCP) and Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) September this year.
According to Presidential House spokesperson Cathy Maulidi, the state is currently prioritizing the repair of essential items only, to allow President Peter Mutharika to start using the residence.
Maulidi said that although the exact financial requirements for the full rehabilitation are yet to be disclosed, the government plans to finish the remaining works once the President officially occupies the palace.
She did not indicate when that will happen. Meanwhile, political analyst Vincent Rangel has called on both the police and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to intensify investigations into the matter.
He said thorough inquiry is necessary to establish who was responsible for the damage.
However, National Police Service spokesperson Lael Chimtembo has urged the public to give investigators adequate time, stressing that the police need space to conduct the probe professionally.
Reports indicate that shortly after the 16 September elections, some staff members at the State House allegedly vandalized property.
The then-ruling MCP has distanced itself from the incident, claiming no knowledge of the matter.
Authorities have not yet revealed how much property was damaged or when full restoration will be completed.
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With increased immigration enforcement under President Trump, many families with undocumented members are living in fear of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE. Many are afraid to leave their homes and families are having to face the reality that they may be separated, detained and even deported. This week on The Sunday Story, NPR immigration correspondent Jasmine Garsd, reporting for the Code Switch podcast, takes us into the lives of the immigrant families who are facing immense pressure in the United States.
LONDON-(MaraviPost)-Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has voiced strong frustration after being left on the bench for the entire match during his team’s draw with Leeds on Saturday, calling it one of the most surprising and disappointing moments of his career.
Speaking after the game, the forward said this was the third time this season he has started on the bench something he believes has never happened before.
Salah admitted he is “very, very disappointed,” especially considering his long standing service and contribution to the club.
As a player who has consistently delivered goals, assists and leadership, he expressed shock at the sudden change in his role.
Looking back on last season, Salah highlighted how much he gave to ensure Liverpool stayed competitive. From crucial goals to tireless performances, he said he expected his commitment to be recognized and valued differently.
Now, however the Egyptian forward says he feels sidelined without explanation.
“I’m sitting on the bench and I don’t know why,” he said, adding that the situation has left him with more questions than answers.
Salah went on to suggest that the club may have left him exposed to criticism.
According to him, it feels as though “the club has thrown me under the bus,” placing him in a position where he is taking blame he does not deserve.
He further hinted at internal issues, saying it seems clear that someone behind the scenes wants him to take all the blame for the team’s struggles.
This comment has sparked conversations about possible tensions within the club’s management.
The forward also opened up about promises made to him during the summer.
He stated that he was given assurances about his role and future at Liverpool assurances that have not been fulfilled so far.
Despite expecting to feature regularly, Salah has now been benched for three matches, leaving him feeling misled.
The gap between what he was told and what has happened on the pitch has intensified his concerns.
The unfolding situation raises doubts about Salah’s future at Anfield.
With emotions running high and trust seemingly shaken, questions are emerging about whether the relationship can be repaired.
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Across Africa, football is more than just a sport it is passion, culture and identity but mixed within this passion is a deep belief that supernatural forces can influence matches.
Some insist that “makhwala achikuda” can change the outcome of a game, while others argue that only skill and tactics matter.
In Malawi, this belief continues to grow despite years of intense debate. Whenever a match becomes tense or a team struggles to score, supporters resort to strange behaviours. From the stands, someone suddenly breaks loose, jumps the fence and rushes to the goalpost to pour an unknown liquid believed to “open the goal.”
Those who perform these rituals believe they help their teams break deadlocks but because sometimes the rituals appear to work and sometimes they don’t, the confusion fuels the superstition even more. Meanwhile, others dismiss it as pure psychology and coincidence.
The biggest concern is how easily individuals bypass stadium security. Despite the presence of stewards, supporters still manage to invade the pitch. This exposes a worrying weakness in our stadium security systems.
Even more troubling is how bold these invaders have become. They show no fear of arrest, freely running across the pitch and pouring substances on the goal line, sometimes even attacking players. This behaviour is slowly becoming normalized.
The most recent case happened during the match between Mzuzu City Hammers and Mighty Wanderers, when a supporter splashed a liquid substance on the Hammers goalkeeper just as the second half was about to start.
The substance, believed to be similar to pepper-spray, left the goalkeeper visibly uncomfortable and raised serious concerns about safety and fairness. It once again exposed the vulnerability of match officials and players to fan misconduct.
The immediate question that followed was: How did the individual get so close to the goalkeeper? Did he come from the stands? Did he slip through weak security points? The lack of answers frustrated many fans.
The incident also highlighted a critical failure by stadium stewards. Their delayed response showed either lack of training or poor coordination. Observers were left questioning whether matchday security is taken seriously in Malawi.
This is not an isolated problem. In 2025 alone, several major clubs have been fined due to supporter misconduct. Silver Strikers were fined MK 1.75 million for pitch invasion and failure to control fans.
FCB Nyasa Big Bullets were fined MK 5.75 million after fans disrupted a match at Kamuzu Stadium. Dedza Dynamos were penalized MK 4.5 million for failing to control their supporters during a match against Mzuzu City Hammers. These cases show that fan behaviour is steadily worsening.
When compared to previous seasons, the trend is clear: In 2013, Silver Strikers and Mighty Wanderers supporters caused severe violence that forced the league to postpone matches and impose point deductions.
In earlier seasons such as 2012/13, Silver Strikers were sanctioned for violent fan behaviour, including stadium bans and heavy fines. Today, the problems remain only the fines have increased but the behaviour hasn’t changed.
This persistent indiscipline continues to damage the reputation of the TNM Super League. As long as supporters carry liquids, powders or charms into stadiums, the league will be viewed as unprofessional by outsiders, regardless of the football quality on the pitch.
This is especially unfortunate at a time when Malawi is pushing for SuperSport coverage. Broadcasters expect high security standards, disciplined fans and professional match environments.
Incidents of superstition, pitch invasion and violence significantly reduce the league’s chances of achieving this goal.
Club officials insist that strict punishment is the only solution. They argue for lifetime bans for repeat offenders, improved training for stewards and tighter checks at gates to prevent fans from sneaking in dangerous substances.
Malawi football has great potential but it can only grow when the football community abandons superstition and embraces professionalism.
Until then, the game will continue to suffer not because of lack of talent but because of actions that belong to another era.
Players deserve safety. Clubs deserve order. And the nation deserves a league that reflects excellence, not controversy.
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MZUZU-(MaraviPost)-Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Dr. Ben Phiri, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring that all top positions in Local Assemblies are filled with competent officers capable of managing the increased resources allocated to councils.
He said this commitment is especially crucial now that government has revised and significantly expanded the Constituency Development Fund (CDF), which demands enhanced professionalism and accountability at council level.
Dr. Phiri made the remarks on Saturday in Rumphi, where he met council officials and presided over the elevation of Group Village Headman Robert Msowoya to Sub-Traditional Authority (STA) Ndendende at the district council offices.
The Minister emphasized that Malawi needs well-trained, well-equipped, and ethically grounded officials if the country is to achieve its ambition of becoming a middle-income economy by the year 2030.
He stated that strong local governance is central to national development because it is through councils that Malawians access critical services such as health, education, water, and infrastructure, all supported by taxes collected from citizens.
During the elevation ceremony, Dr. Phiri called upon traditional leaders to promote unity, strengthen social harmony, and prevent chieftaincy conflicts by documenting succession plans clearly and transparently.
Paramount Chief Chikulamayembe presided over the official installation of STA Ndendende, a development expected to strengthen traditional leadership structures and accelerate socio-economic progress in Rumphi District.
The Minister highlighted that traditional leaders play a vital role in shaping community development, facilitating government programs, and ensuring peace, which is a key ingredient for sustainable development.
The revised CDF—which has increased from K220 million per constituency to an unprecedented K5 billion—means that Rumphi District’s four constituencies will now collectively receive at least K20 billion every year, making it essential that funds are handled by qualified and accountable officers.
Dr. Phiri concluded by asserting that with competent leadership in councils and responsible stewardship of public funds, Malawi can create meaningful development, improve service delivery, and uplift the lives of citizens across rural and urban communities.
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