NATIONAL NEWS (5372)
Empire Partner Foundation, Afri-Tec Go Technological in GBV Fight
South African based Empire Partner Foundation and Afri-tec have embarked on a campaign which is aimed at using technology to fight gender-based violence (GBV) in Africa.
Chakwera Asks Malawians to Support Govt
President Lazarus Chakwera has implored the citizenry to hold hands with the government in order to achieve the much-needed change and transformation in the country.
PIH Launches Staff Wellness Day
Partners in Health has launched Wellness Day in Neno district to raise awareness to staff members on the benefits of seeking early mental health care and strengthen their physical being.
Activists Propose for Waiver on Dress Code for Male Learners
Child and education rights activists have called for a waiver on dressing of public primary school boys to allow them put on trousers and long sleeve shirts during cold weather as is the case now.
Mulanje District Council Fires Six Primary School Teachers
At least six primary school teachers in Mulanje district have been fired on issues bordering on indiscipline.
Ministry in Talks with Germany Over Malape Pillars
The Ministry of Tourism says it is discussing with the Germany government through GIZ to secure funding that will partially assist in constructing some facilities at Malape Pillars in Machinga.
Thyolo Police Warns Learners on PSLC Exams Cheating
Police in Thyolo have sent a warning to Standard 8 learners against cheating in the forthcoming Primary School Leaving Certificate of Education (PSLCE) examinations slated for 13 through 15 July 2022.
WV Hails Spelling Bee Competition
In a bid to change the narrative on literacy levels of the country, world Vision in partnership with Zodiak Broadcasting Station (ZBS) organised a grand final spelling Bee competition in Blantyre.
CSPWP to Benefit 12000 Households in Mzimba
Over 12000 households in Mzimba stand to benefit from a K1.2 billionWorld Bank funded Climate Smart Public Works Program (CSPWP), which, among others, aims at reducing households’ exposure to climate change related shocks.
Malawi Schools Short of 2.2m Desks
The Ministry of Education says it needs about 2.2 million desks to accommodate approximately 4 million learners that are currently learning while seated on the floor in the country’s primary schools.
