Mrs. Triephornia Mpinganjira has issued a statement regarding the ongoing circulation of commentary, speculation, and discussions across various media and social media platforms relating to the matter involving Mr. Feston Kenneth.
In her communication dated 10 March 2026, Mrs. Mpinganjira moves to clarify certain facts surrounding the case in order to prevent further misunderstanding. She confirms that, in her personal capacity, she had extended forgiveness to Mr. Feston Kenneth. However, she emphasizes that the proceedings in question were criminal in nature, instituted and conducted by the State against Mr. Kenneth. The matter was therefore between the State and the accused person, not a private dispute involving herself, with prosecution and case management falling under the jurisdiction of law enforcement authorities.
Mpinganjira
Mrs. Mpinganjira explains that she deliberately refrained from making any public announcement regarding forgiveness at the time the matter arose. This decision was informed by serious concerns about the misuse of her identity on social media platforms. She notes that on several occasions, unknown individuals created fraudulent accounts using her name and likeness to deceive and scam members of the public.
She considered that making public statements on the matter could inadvertently encourage further impersonation, fraud, and exploitation of unsuspecting individuals. In light of this persistent misuse of her identity and the continued creation of fraudulent online accounts, Mrs. Mpinganjira subsequently took the precautionary decision to permanently deactivate and delete her Facebook account. This measure was taken to protect the public from scams carried out in her name and to prevent false association with unauthorized online activities.
Mrs. Mpinganjira respectfully calls upon members of the public, media institutions, and users of online platforms to exercise responsibility and restraint, refraining from involving her name in ongoing speculation, commentary, or narratives concerning this matter. She states her commitment to safeguarding her privacy and personal dignity and requests that the public understand and respect her decision to remain offline on Facebook, expressing appreciation for their understanding and cooperation.
Prominent legal commentator Alexious Kamangila has issued a stinging assessment of the Amaryllis Hotel controversy, claiming that in any serious nation, the scandal would have triggered the resignation of the Minister of Finance, the Reserve Bank Governor, and the Attorney General. Kamangila’s remarks come as regulatory breaches, valuation irregularities, and governance failures continue to engulf the K128.75 billion purchase of the luxury hotel by the Public Service Pension Trust Fund (PSPTF) .
Kamangila has further appealed to Reserve Bank Governor Dr George Partridge to urgently audit the PSPTF, warning that the matter demands immediate attention. His comments reflect growing frustration among civil society and public servants that those responsible for overseeing the transaction have not faced consequences .
Amaryllis Hotel
The controversy centres on the PSPTF’s acquisition of the Amaryllis Hotel in Blantyre at a price nearly three times its reported valuation of K47 billion just two years earlier . The deal was concluded in November 2025 despite regulatory directives to suspend it, prompting the Registrar of Financial Institutions to order trustees to reverse the transaction within seven days or face administrative penalties .
According to the Registrar’s hard-hitting letter dated February 20, 2026, the PSPTF board proceeded “well-knowing that the Fund will be in breach of prudential limits” under the Financial Services Directive of 2025 . The regulator also revealed that a direction issued on November 14, 2025 ordering trustees to suspend all dealings relating to the hotel was never lifted, yet the board moved ahead and closed the deal . On December 23, 2025, trustees were instructed to submit a comprehensive report detailing the investment’s viability and how members’ pension funds would be safeguarded, but they concluded the deal before providing the requested submission .
Attorney General Frank Mbeta has firmly denied authorising the purchase, insisting that his legal opinion solely advised trustees to remain compliant with regulatory requirements, leaving the final investment decision to the pension fund board . Mbeta revealed that after receiving complaints from the Malawi Law Society, his office took proactive steps to ensure the matter was investigated by the Anti-Corruption Bureau .
However, the Malawi Law Society has sharply criticised the ACB’s handling of the probe. The legal body described Acting Director General Gabriel Chembezi’s decision to clear officials linked to the deal as raising “serious questions about the credibility, independence, and integrity of the bureau’s so-called investigation” . The Society added that the clearance “casts a dark shadow over the entire probe and fuels public suspicion that the investigation may have been rushed, compromised, or simply inadequate” .
The Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI) has demanded that the Office of the Ombudsman conduct a full public inquiry into the transaction, arguing that the ongoing forensic audit into PSPTF’s operations must not remain a closed internal process . CDEDI Executive Director Sylvester Namiwa insisted that “those implicated should be personally held liable” .
The Secondary School Teachers Union (SESTU) has demanded the resignation of the PSPTF Board of Trustees within three weeks, stating that “the circumstances surrounding this transaction have significantly undermined our confidence in the board’s stewardship of our funds” . SESTU General Secretary Frank Druwen Moyo warned that failure to comply would leave the union with no choice but to pursue further action, adding that “any consequences arising therefrom shall rest solely with the board” .
Teachers contribute five percent of their salaries to the pension fund, with government adding ten percent, on the legitimate expectation that their retirement benefits will be prudently invested . SESTU has expressed particular concern about the rapid escalation of the purchase price “without transparent justification” and the alleged conflict of interest involving legal counsel representing Amaryllis Hotel who reportedly serves as a Director of the ACB .
The Reserve Bank has warned that the proposed purchase exceeds investment limits and creates serious liquidity mismatches and concentration risks . As the third-largest pension fund in the country, any instability within PSPTF could have far-reaching consequences not only for individual retirees but for the stability of the pension sector as a whole .
Kamangila’s assertion that senior government officials should have resigned reflects a broader sentiment among Malawians that accountability remains optional. The Malawi Law Society has demanded that trustees, officers of the fund, and the Attorney General provide full information to the public regarding the exact status of the transaction, including any money already paid, complete due diligence reports, and the specific advice received from the Reserve Bank .
For thousands of public servants whose retirement savings hang in the balance, Kamangila’s words resonate deeply: in a serious country, this scandal would have already claimed scalps. Instead, as regulators issue directives and civil society demands action, the question remains whether those responsible will finally be held to account.
In a bold move to recover millions in unpaid city rates, Blantyre City Mayor Jomo Osman, alongside the Vice Mayor, councillors, directors, and media representatives, moved to close the offices of the Malawi Housing Corporation (MHC) today.
The Mayor confirmed the development on social media, stating that operations at the state-owned housing body have been halted until a significant portion of the outstanding debt is settled. “Today, the Vice Mayor, councillors, directors, and media representatives, and I have taken the decision to close Malawi Housing Corporation due to outstanding debts owed to Blantyre City Council. Operations will resume once a portion of the payment is made,” Osman announced.
Jomo at MHC offices
According to reports from the scene, the enforcement was swift and firm. Mayor Osman personally led the operation at MHC’s head offices, reportedly ordering staff to vacate the premises within just seven minutes . The debt in question is understood to be approximately K433 million in unpaid city rates, a significant sum that cripples the council’s ability to deliver services . This action aligns with the council’s recent hardline stance on revenue collection; Blantyre City is currently owed billions by various property owners, and MHC has historically been one of the major defaulters .
The Mayor’s decisive action has sparked a wave of reactions on social media. Many residents applauded his assertiveness. Phillip Benson Simkoko heaped praise on the Mayor, commenting, “Bwana Jomo when it comes to work guys out of all the mayor we have in the country uyu ndi number one this guy can work better than some of the minister we have APM apoint bwana Jomo as minister you won’t regret.”
However, others questioned the abruptness of the shutdown. A user identified as Zondwayo queried the lack of prior discussion, asking, “Why not engage in dialogue first?” This reflects the tension between the urgent need for councils to fund essential services and the preference for negotiated settlements with defaulting institutions .
The closure of MHC comes at a critical time for the corporation, which was recently ordered by the President to relocate its headquarters back to Blantyre from Lilongwe . It remains unclear how this shutdown will affect that transition or the corporation’s overall operations.
In a development that has sent shockwaves through Malawi’s political landscape, a video clip circulating widely on social media shows Malawi Congress Party (MCP) Deputy Secretary General and Mangochi Monkey Bay legislator Gerald Kazembe vowing to work with President Peter Mutharika to facilitate development in his constituency.
The unexpected pledge of cooperation with the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) leader has triggered intense debate about the legislator’s political loyalties and future within the main opposition party.
The clip, which has been shared thousands of times across various platforms, captures Kazembe expressing his commitment to collaborate with Mutharika specifically to ensure that development projects reach his constituents in Mangochi. This pragmatic approach has been interpreted in sharply contrasting ways by political observers and party loyalists. While some view it as a pragmatic move to secure resources for his constituency from the government of the day, others see it as a troubling signal of disloyalty to the MCP, which currently serves as the official opposition in Parliament under the leadership of Lazarus Chakwera .
Gerald Kazembe
This latest controversy is not occurring in a vacuum. Kazembe has been at the center of internal party tensions since the MCP’s defeat in the September 2025 general elections. He was notably vocal in opposing party president Chakwera’s appointment of Simplex Chithyola Banda as Leader of Opposition in Parliament, arguing that the position should be filled through an election by MCP Members of Parliament rather than through a direct appointment . Kazembe even wrote to the Clerk of Parliament insisting that the party would conduct its own election for the leadership post, directly challenging Chakwera’s authority .
The simmering conflict escalated further when Kazembe, along with other senior party figures including first deputy president Catherine Gotani Hara and Eisenhower Mkaka, reportedly boycotted a parliamentary caucus called by Chakwera in Lilongwe . A leaked WhatsApp exchange also revealed a heated verbal spat between Kazembe and Chithyola Banda, in which Kazembe accused his colleague of authoring a contentious memo and attempting to undermine other party members’ ambitions .
Political analysts suggest that the internal strife reflects deeper divisions within the MCP following its electoral loss, with some senior figures increasingly viewing Chakwera’s leadership as a political liability rather than an asset . The party, which prided itself on discipline and hierarchy, now finds its internal conflicts playing out in public view, potentially weakening its effectiveness in holding the government accountable .
As of now, Kazembe has not issued any statement commenting on the viral clip or clarifying his remarks about working with Mutharika. Crucially, he has also made no official announcement regarding his status within the MCP, leaving unanswered the question of whether he intends to resign from the party or maintain his position while pursuing cross-party cooperation. The absence of clarification has only fueled further speculation about his political intentions and the potential realignments that may be taking shape behind the scenes.
Malawian gospel musician Miracle Chinga has surprised fans with the release of a brand new song titled “Bwinobwino,” a project that arrives days after the artist emotionally hinted that he had something important to share on social media.
In recent days, Chinga appeared deeply emotional while speaking publicly, with tears in his eyes, saying he had remained silent for a long time but would eventually reveal what was on his heart on Sunday.
True to that promise, the singer unveiled the official music video for “Bwinobwino” earlier today, premiering it on the video-sharing platform YouTube where it quickly caught the attention of her followers.
Chinga
The new song carries a strong spiritual message, focusing on the power of God’s plans in shaping a person’s future, often surpassing the ambitions and expectations people set for themselves.
Through the lyrics, Chinga reflects on how human beings often imagine certain paths for their lives, particularly after completing their education, yet God may have a different and greater purpose ahead.
The song emphasizes that divine plans never fail, reminding listeners that whatever direction God places before someone is always for their good, even when it differs from their initial expectations.
“Bwinobwino” also carries a message of gratitude, encouraging people to appreciate the opportunities and responsibilities that God places in their lives.
According to the message in the song, every assignment given to an individual by God eventually works out well, even if the journey begins with uncertainty.
Fans have already started reacting positively to the release, praising the song’s inspiring lyrics and the emotional depth Chinga brings to the performance.
The visual presentation of the music video also reinforces the theme of hope and trust in God’s guidance, making the song relatable to people facing uncertainty in life.
