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Nkhata Bay Wins K60 million in Afikepo Project
The Catholic Relief Services (CRS) has rewarded Nkhata Bay with K 60 million after being declared as the best-performing nutrition coordinating structure in 10 districts where Afikepo programme which is aimed at increasing and diversifying dietary intake at a household level is being implemented.
Malawi to Host 2023 IVETA TEVET Conference
The Technical, Entrepreneurial and Vocational Education and Training Authority says over 50 countries are expected to participate in International Vocational Education and Training Association (IVETA) world conference slated for Lilongwe this November.
Phiri to Chair Health Caucus of Southern and Eastern Africa Parliament
Thyolo Central legislator Ben Phiri has been elected chairperson for Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights for Southern and Eastern African Parliamentary caucus, which he says is a blessing to Malawi in the health sector.
Authorities in Mzimba Calls for Increased Awareness to SafeGuard Children Against Online Abuse
Mzimba South district social welfare office has urged parents to closely monitor their children's use of cyber spaces to ensure that they are not prone to online abuse.
Local Production: Solution to High Cost of GM Cotton Seed?
For many years now, the government of Malawi and agronomists have been encouraging local farmers to grow genetically modified (GM) cotton seed following its notable benefits on yield and disease resistance.
Regular Extra Polio Vaccines Key to Ending the Disease-Expert
A health expert has tipped health authorities in the country to carry out regular supplementary polio immunization campaigns, at least every three or four years, to ensure the disease is completely eliminated.
People Should Rise up and Know their Indentity - Lost History Foundation Mesmerises Zomba City
Multitudes of people braved the chilly weather courtesy of mwera winds to thank God for this year's harvest.
MSME Targeted OSH Inspections Reveal Serious OSH Deficits
An Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) inspection exercise conducted by the European Union funded Zantchito Skills for Jobs Programme into Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) has revealed serious OSH deficits that need to be addressed to ensure the attainment of decent jobs and sustainable economic development.
Stalling of GM Cowpea Trial Depriving Malawi of Economic Benefits
As climate change continues to impact negatively on farming in the country with most traditional cash crops not giving desired results, experts have been suggesting the need to promote other crops as a way of filling the gap.
Marketers Challenged to Manage Products’ Standards
The Institute of Marketing in Malawi (IMM) says it is the responsibility of marketers to manage the standards of products considering that competition has now gone global.
