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MACRA up with CEIR system to end mobile theft

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MACRA up with CEIR system to end mobile theft

By Wilfred Golden

Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) says will soon introduce a new technological system called Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) which is aimed at combating the rampant theft of mobile devices in the country as well as ending money fraud through mobile phones.

The system is also expected to help in reducing the proliferation of fake mobile devices on the Malawian market.

Currently, the authority is conducting a campaign dubbed “Ntchingila” which is aimed at senstizing the general public on this new technological system.

Mphatso Chaluluka, campaign coordinator addressing the gathering during the road show tour on the need of the campaign



Speaking during a road show tour in Lilongwe, campaign coordinator Mphatso Chaluluka described the sensation about CEIR as important for people to know more about it.

“Today we are here sensitizing people on the importance of this new system as we know that there are others who always benefit from such malpractices and after hearing about this they can not take it with a positive mind that is why we are here for us to tell people on the need of this new system,” he said.

He added that through the technology, people will be able to trace, block their stolen mobile devices as well as protect themselves from money fraud which is on rise here in Malawi.

He further highlighted that they are aware of some resistance from the masses as it is a new thing but they are making it to be visible as they are enganging people in every corner of the country starting from the southern up to the northern region.

CEIR is a database that stores unique identifiers of mobile devices such as International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers and it helps to track mobile devices to prevent unauthorized or illegal activities.

The system has not been launched yet as it is in the implementation stage and it is expected to be rolled out at the end of this year.

Dowa Children’s Parliament urges govt to prioritize their rights

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Dowa Children’s Parliament urges govt to prioritize their rights

By Kondwani Kandiyado

Children’s parliament that sat in Mponela- Dowa from Sunday to Monday this week has appealed to the government and other stakeholders to help end children’s rights violations.

Some of the concerns raised during the two day session include effects of climate change on children, inadequate drugs in hospitals, sexual harassment, lack of teaching and learning materials in schools, increased child marriages, increased child labour and poor quality education in the district.



The children said the issues raised were impinging on their rights and there was a need to reverse the trend.

One of the parliamentarians from Dzaleka Refugee camp Merveille Katulanya who was also the speaker said it was high time authorities intervened on issues raised to help create a conducive environment for children in the district.

She said children’s parliament was important as it gave them a platform to articulate issues affecting children.

Another parliamentary, 10- year old Diana Mwaya from When the Saints Girls Academy observed that education standards are going down such that there is need for authorities to pump more resources such as books and good classroom blocks.

Speaking in an interview on Monday, the District Commissioner for Dowa, Stallich Mwambiwa said government will create an enabling environment for enjoyment of children’s rights in the district.

“We know issues of child abuse are rampant in the district, and as a district we have intensified construction of police units in the district to help reverse the trend,” said Mwambiwa.

Plan Malawi Projects Manager Lawrence Maulidi said the organisation will continue remaining a link by helping take issues from children to government and vice versa.

“We want to see children having the confidence to report issues affecting them to relevant authorities for action,” he said.

The sitting of Children’s parliament in Dowa was funded by Plan International, World Vision International, United Nations Higher Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)and When the Saints among others.

Lilongwe City Council, MDF holds a solidarity march

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Lilongwe City Council, MDF holds a solidarity march

By Wilfred Golden

In a quest to strengthen the working relationship, Malawi Defense Force (MDF) in conjunction with Lilongwe city council held a freedom march in Lilongwe.

Speaking during the event the mayor of the city Richard Banda, says this was organized as one way of addressing security lapses in the city as they are coordinating with MDF to protect citizens in the city.

“This march will help to bring sanity in the city as you know that in most of our cities we have got challenges pertaining to security even as well as sanitation, so with us coordinating with MDF we are very sure that things will be improved in our city.



“In this case we have given the military a way to do while they are working in the city, they also have a freedom on how they can make some enforcement pertaining to other areas which needs security in our city, we also edge them to take control of unnecessary vandalism as well as congestions in the city as some of them are well trained traffic police designated to do that work,” Banda highlighted.

On his part Second Lieutenant Mphatso Gudu, said, as a security agency they are optimistic that such efforts will help to complement government efforts achieving development targets.

“From this march we wanted to showcase the force which the mayor has while working with us, and the other thing we wanted to achieve was the issue of working relationship between us and the general public as we discovered tha there is a huge gap, and we hope with the assistance from the mayor we are going to achieve that,” he said.

City freedom march was conducted some years back in the Kamuzu era and it has been almost 20 years since it was abandoned.

The march started at town hall via crossroads hotel then gateway mall up to civic offices in the city of Lilongwe.

Remember to fulfill your campaign promises-Dedza Central newly elected MP Willard Gwengwe advised

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Remember to fulfill your campaign promises-Dedza Central newly elected MP Willard Gwengwe advised

By Chisomo Phiri

Chief Justice Rizine Mzikamanda has advised the newly-elected Dedza Central Malawi Congress Party (MCP) lawmaker, Willard Gwengwe to strive to fulfill campaign promises he made to his constituents prior to the November 16 2023 by-elections.

Mzikamanda made the call after presiding over Gwengwe’s swearing in ceremony at Parliament on Monday morning.

“The public has entrusted you to advocate for their interest, voice their concerns and contribute to laws that govern their lives.

Willard Gwengwe sworn in

“Therefore, as you sit in this chamber, remember that you represent your electors and you owe them not only your time but also your dedication and impartial judgement on critical issues” he advised.

Mzikamanda further advised the Member that the Oath of Allegiance and Oath of Office which he had taken signifies the mutual trust citizens place in public offices and institutions.

He however, cautioned the Member that the symbolic covenant must extend beyond mere symbolism to a moral commitment linking his inner values with the values and duties he undertakes as a public servant.

The Chief justice further recognized the dedication and hard work demonstrated by all Members of Parliament in serving the people which he urged Hon Gwengwe to join following his swearing in.

Gwengwe secured a total of 7,913 votes against his fierce competitor, an independent candidate Jacob Joseph Kaumphawi who got 7,361.

Serious voter apathy marred the by-elections as over 15 thousand people voted out of the registered 47 thousand.

The constituency had fallen vacant following the death of another MCP lawmaker, Daniel Chiwere in July this year.

Minister Usi says COP28 trip to United Arab Emirates not funded by Govt

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Minister Usi says COP28 trip to United Arab Emirates not funded by Govt

By Chisomo Phiri

Minister of Natural Resources and Climate Change, Michael Usi says government has not sponsored any accredited government officials to the United Nations Conference of Parties (COP 28) scheduled for Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, from November 30 to December 12, 2023.

Briefing the media in Lilongwe on Monday, Usi said a total of 153 Malawian delegates including government officials, the civil society, the academia and youth representatives are going to attend the meeting under sponsorship from various United Nations agencies, development partners, and the private sector.

Michael Usi



“The President was supposed to attend the conference but he has delegated me, this is an indication that we are heeding to the austerity measures put in place by the President.

“In addition, all officials at the conference are going to account for their trip,” he said.

Usi indicated that the COP28 is a pivotal platform for Malawi to engage with world leaders on how to address pressing challenges posed by climate change.

He said :”Our presence at this summit is not merely symbolic, it is also an opportunity for Malawi to actively contribute to the global discourse on climate action.”

He further said Malawi acknowledges the global nature of climate change, hence the need for collective and inclusive response to issues of climate change.

The Minister added that Malawi will therefore, play a part to contribute towards formulation of policies and work towards consensus building to ensure that the outcomes of COP28 reflect the shared responsibility of all nations.

“Our delegation will engage in constructive dialogues, share our experiences and seek collaboration with other nations to enhance our adaptive capacities,” Usi said.

COP28 is a gathering of representatives from different countries who agree to take actions of tackling the climate crisis and Malawi is a party to that.

Malawi’s priority areas of discussion at the conference include climate finance, loss and damage, building adaptation and resilience, agriculture, food security and nutrition, among others.

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