Linking the Malawian Diaspora to the Development of Malawi”
Malawi
Malawi (/məˈlɔːwi,məˈlɑːwi/; Chichewa pronunciation:[maláβi]; Tumbuka: Malaŵi), officially the Republic of Malawi and formerly known as Nyasaland, is a landlocked country in Southeastern Africa. It is bordered by Zambia to the west, Tanzania to the north and northeast, and Mozambique to the east, south and southwest. Malawi spans over 118,484 km2 (45,747 sq mi) and has an estimated population of 19,431,566 (as of January 2021). Malawi’s capital and largest city is Lilongwe. Its second-largest is Blantyre, its third-largest is Mzuzu and its fourth-largest is its former capital, Zomba.
BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The Blantyre Magistrate Court on Friday, November 21, 2025 granted bail to social media personality VJ Ken who is facing charges of Child abduction and having sexual activities with a minor.
The bail has been granted on the condition that the suspect pays MK100, 000, reports weekly to the Ndirande police, and surrenders his travel documents.
Senior Resident Magistrate Mercy Bonongwe granted the bail and adjourned the case to 19th December.
During the hearing, Lawyer from the office of Director of Public Prosecutions, Josephine Gwaza, stated that two witnesses, who are minors, have already given their statements.
Gwaza further said that four witnesses will attend the December 19 session, which will be a public hearing.
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BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Scorchers head coach Lovemore Fazili says he has avoided introducing new faces into the national team because this is not the right time for experiments, stressing that the squad needs stability ahead of the Three Nations Women’s Tournament from November 28 to December 2, 2025.
He explained that their recent performance against Angola in the WAFCON qualifiers showed that the group is functioning well, balanced and still playing with confidence.
Fazili said the team is currently “hot,” and maintaining the same players will help them keep their rhythm as they prepare for upcoming fixtures.
Despite sticking to his core squad, Fazili said opportunities remain open for players doing well in the NBM Women’s Premiership, noting that football is unpredictable and anything can change.
He emphasized that outstanding performers can still earn a call-up for WAFCON if they continue to shine at club level and show consistency.
Fazili also thanked the Football Association of Malawi (FAM) for organizing the women’s tournament, saying proper planning and preparation are key to building a successful team.
He said the competition will help the Scorchers assess their strengths and weaknesses as they fine-tune their tactics ahead of future assignments.
Confirming the squad, Fazili revealed that he has retained 24 of the 25 players who featured against Angola in the qualifiers.
The only change comes in the goalkeeping department, where Thoko Mwase of FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Women replaces injured Chimwemwe Kaonga of MDF Lioness.
Fazili said Mwase was brought in because she has been performing well and provides the needed depth in the goalkeeping position.
He added that maintaining the rest of the squad will help keep continuity as the players already understand each other’s style of play.
With the squad now confirmed, the Scorchers will focus on intensifying their preparations for the Three Nations Women’s Tournament.
Scorchers’ goalkeepers for the Three Nations Women’s Tournament are Mercy Sikelo (Kukoma Ntopwa Queens), Thoko Mwase (FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Women) and Ireen Sibande (Silver Strikers Ladies FC).
The defenders include Maureen Kenneth and Maggie Chawula (Ascent Soccer Academy), Doreen Dickson (MDF Lioness), Benedatta Mankandwire and Lyna James (FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Women), Olivia Phikani and Rose Alufandika (Kukoma Ntopwa Queens), Ireen Khumalo (Silver Strikers Ladies FC) and Chimwemwe Madise (TP Mazembe).
Midfielders called up are Letticia Chinyamula (Ascent Soccer Academy), Funny Moyo (Mighty Wanderers Queens), Funny Magombo and Sara Mulimbika (Kukoma Ntopwa Queens), Rose Kabzere (Montpellier Hérault SC France), Vanessa Chiputula (Bilik Kazygurt Kazakhstan), Faith Chibhimtizu (Bik Hacken Sweden) and Tendai Sani (Zisd).
The forwards in the squad are Asimenye Simwaka (MDF Lioness), Fatima Laili (Ascent Soccer Academy), Tabitha Chawinga (Olympique Lyonnais Féminin France), Catherine Kachala and Sabina Thom (MDF Lioness).
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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-Members of Parliament (MPs) have expressed growing concerns over being barred from attending and speaking at local council meetings, raising questions about oversight and accountability at the local government level.
MPs Yona Dadawisa Nkandawire and Richard Chimwendo Banda brought the matter to Parliament on 20th November 2025, during ongoing deliberations in Lilongwe.
They highlighted instances where some local councils have imposed restrictions on MPs, limiting their ability to participate fully in council proceedings.
Banda reported that, although he was allowed to attend a council session, he was denied the right to speak, which he described as a challenge to Parliament’s role in ensuring transparency in local governance.
He emphasized that such restrictions undermine MPs’ ability to monitor the activities of local councils effectively.
Responding to the concerns, Local Government Minister Ben Phiri stated that MPs do have the right to inquire about the use of council funds, stressing that oversight by Parliament is essential to promote accountability.
However, he clarified that a court ruling currently prevents MPs from participating in voting during council meetings, which limits their direct influence over council decisions but does not negate their oversight functions.
Speaker of Parliament Sameer Sulemani confirmed that Parliament is actively addressing the matter.
He indicated that measures are being considered to ensure MPs can carry out their oversight responsibilities effectively without infringing on the legal frameworks governing local councils.
The debate underscores ongoing tensions between Parliament and local councils regarding transparency, governance, and the monitoring of public funds.
MPs’ concerns reflect a broader demand for strengthened accountability mechanisms, particularly in ensuring that local authorities operate openly and in line with legal standards.
As the discussions continue, the issue highlights the delicate balance between local council autonomy and parliamentary oversight, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between different arms of government to protect public interest and maintain good governance practices.
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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-President Peter Mutharika’s Democratic Progressive Party (DPP)-lead Government has tightened rules on international travel for senior public officers, directing all officials at Grade C — including heads of statutory bodies and state-owned enterprises — to fly economy class.
The directive is contained in an addendum issued on Thursday, November 20, 2025 by Chief Secretary Justin Saidi.
The addendum aims at strengthening the expenditure controls already in place for the 2025/26 financial year.
The circular has made it clear that no exemptions will be allowed.
“Travel bookings and related expenditure must comply with existing procurement and financial procedures and be supported by original documentation for audit purposes,” reads the communication in part.
Saidi however warned, “Any breach, according to the notice, will be treated as non-compliance and may attract administrative action”.
The development comes barely weeks after Saidi also made announcement in which government froze recruitment and promotions, halted the purchase of new vehicles and high-value assets, cut fuel entitlements for ministers and senior officials by 30 percent, and tightened controls on foreign travel, including limits on delegation sizes and removal of government top-ups for donor-funded trips — all aimed at managing pressure on the national budget.
The measures, according to Saidi take effect immediately and will apply throughout the financial year.
Many social and economic governance experts have lauded Mutharika for living within the means amid Malawi’s economic challenges including shortages of forex, high inflation and among others.
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