News In Southern Region (3232)
Locals in Phalombe Bemoans Encroachment on Protected Forest
Communities of Nkhulambe in Phalombe have bemoaned continued encroachment of the protected Mulanje Forest Reserve which is fueling deforestation in the area.
Phalombe Villagers Obsessed with Food at Funeral Ceremonies
Two months after the Chiefs Council in Phalombe ordered village heads not to force bereaved families to prepare food at funeral ceremonies, Zodiak has learnt that poor families continue to cook food at such events, despite a hunger crisis in the district.
CCTV Project Reduces Crime in Limbe
There is a drop in general crime and road accidents, a year after installing Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) cameras in strategic corners of Limbe, Blantyre, officials have reported.
Malawi Fails to Produce Required Pigeon Peas Yield
Malawi is likely to miss millions of dollars in forex due to inability to meet this year's pigeon pea demand of over 400, 000 metric tonnes from traditional and new international markets.
Ministry Awaits Parliament to Approve Proposal on Trouser Uniforms
The Ministry of Education says it is waiting for parliament's approval and a policy change to allow primary school learners wear trousers as uniform.
Malawi Govt Tightens Nuts on Import and Export of Goods
The government has gazetted new regulations on export and import of some products by amending Control of Goods (Import and Export Licence) Regulations of 2020.
Govt Steps Up Awareness on Bamboo Farming
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Climate Change has intensified awareness campaigns for communities to venture into giant bamboo farming across the country.
MCP Noncommittal on Filling NEC Positions
The Malawi Congress Party (MCP) is noncommittal as to when it will fill the remaining positions in its National Executive Committee which were not contested for during its recent elective conference.
No School Should Adjust Fees Without Approval - MoE
The Ministry of Education says no school should adjust any form of fees without the approval of the ministry.
High Cost of Anti-rabies Vaccine hits Likoma
High cost of anti- rabies drugs is said to be a major challenge that is compromising the treatment of dog bites in Likoma district’s health facilities.
