By Burnett Munthali
The Malawi Broadcasting Corporation has issued a formal clarification following an error made during its evening news bulletin regarding President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika’s movements.
In its correction, MBC explained that the President had not returned to Mangochi as earlier reported in the broadcast.
The public broadcaster stated that President Mutharika had instead made a brief stop at his private residence located in the lakeshore district.
According to the clarification, the stopover was part of the President’s journey as he travelled towards Blantyre.
MBC emphasised that the State Residence remains the official and exclusive home from which the President carries out his constitutional responsibilities.
The institution acknowledged that its earlier announcement may have caused unnecessary confusion among viewers and the general public.
The clarification was issued through the corporation’s official Facebook page to ensure that the correct information reached a wider audience in real time.
Observers say the correction reinforces the importance of accuracy in state broadcasting, especially where matters concerning the Head of State are involved.
The incident also highlights the need for consistent communication between State House and public broadcasters to prevent misinterpretation or speculation.
MBC assured the public that it remains committed to delivering verified information and improving the reliability of its news output moving forward.
