NATIONAL NEWS (5372)
Govt Yet to Construct Houses For PWA
The Association of Person's with Albinism in Malawi (APAM) says government is yet to start construction of the houses for their members as stipulated in the 2019/2020 budget with only three months to go before the close of the financial year.
Gvt Launches K600 Million Grading Programme on Selected Roads in CR
Minister of transport and public works, Ralph Juma says grading public road networks is very important as the roads increase access to markets of agricultural produce mainly this time when people are harvesting.
Maranatha Academy Takes Learning Online
Maranatha Academy has introduced online learning in an effort to enable learners in the country to access education this time when schools are closed owing to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Myths Contributing to Defilement Cases in Ntchisi
Police in Ntchisi say defilement cases are on the increase in the district and investigations are indicating that most of these cases are resulting from myths and beliefs.
MEHA Asks Govt for PPE Policy
The Malawi Environmental Health Association (MEHA) has asked government to come up with a policy to guide the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the wake of corona virus.
Nchalo Greenbelt Limited under Fire for Failing to Pay Farmers
Over 450 cotton farmers in Chikwawa have accused Nchalo Greenbelt Limited for failing to pay them their money for the period of seven months.
No More Opening of Schools Any Time Soon- Says Government
Education Minister Dr. William Susuwele Banda says government cannot in anyway bow down to pressure and re-open schools for examinations amid escalating corona virus threats.
COVID19-MERA Cuts Fuel Prices Reacting to Global Reduction
The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority has reduced pump fuel prices effective Saturday 4th April 2020.
Lilongwe City Council In Coronavirus-Sweep and Spray Campaign
The Lilongwe City Council has ventured into a sweeping and spray exercise in some of the city’s markets, aimed at disinfecting public places as worry of the spraid of Coronavirus continues.
Chieftaincy Wrangles Drain Govt Resource
Minister of Local Government and Rural Development has expressed dismay with chieftaincy wrangles between royal families and resulting to court battles saying it is draining government resources.
