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MAGLA pumps in K15 million towards exam fees

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MAGLA pumps in K15 million towards exam fees

By Chisomo Phiri

Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (Magla) has on Thursday donated K15 million to the Malawi National Board (MANEB ) to cover examination fees for 753 candidates.

Speaking during a symbolic cheque presentation at MANEB headquarters in Zomba, MAGLA Director General Rachel Mijiga said the authority decided to come to the rescue of the candidates after hearing reports that 29 817 candidates failed to pay for their examination fees.

Said Majiga:”The Gaming Act of 2022 mandates us to provide social services, hence when we heard the news that there are other students that have not paid their examination fees, we thought it wise to come and reach out to Maneb and make a contribution for 752 pupils that are going to sit for different examinations nationwide.”



Receiving the donation, MANEB Executive Director Professor Dorothy Nampota said it was good news that MAGLA has come to the rescue of the candidates.

“I am glad to say that examination fees for almost all candidates have been paid.

“MANEB appreciates the support towards education advancement in Malawi,” she said.

Nampota said the rest of the candidates who will not sit for the national examinations either withdrew from school due to factors such as early marriages or relocated.

This year 610 000 candidates are expected to sit for the Malawi School Certificate of Education, Junior Certificate of Education and Primary School Certificate of Education nationwide.

Deputy Minister Chaola Mdooko raises concern over sub-standard work

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Deputy Minister Chaola Mdooko raises concern over sub-standard work

By Lawrence Chilomo-Mana

Deputy Minister of Education Nancy Chaola Mdooko has expressed concern over sub-standard construction work of a school block at Jombo Primary School in Chikwawa District.

Speaking after inspecting the project on Wednesday, Mdooko emphasized that the contractor should redo the work, saying that her ministry prioritizes quality buildings.

“I am not satisfied with the way the school block is being constructed. The contractor should believe in quality work, and therefore they should redo the work,” Mdooko said.



Mdooko then commended the community and the contractor for maintaining a good relationship during the project implementation.

In his statement, the contractor, Simon Yotamu, explained that the construction work has been affected by rain, resulting in poor quality output.

“The construction work has been affected by rain, causing the cement to lose quality. But I am confident everything will be well,” said Yotamu.

In her remarks, head teacher for Jombo Primary School, Rhoda Malunga expressed optimism that the newly constructed school block, once completed, will reduce overcrowding in classrooms, which she said remains a big challenge at the school.

“Shortage of school blocks is a big challenge we are experiencing here. This project is surely a welcome development as it will help us have enough classrooms,” said Malunga.

DPP’s Chaponda hails President Chakwera’s installation of Lhomwe Paramount Chief Kaduya

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DPP’s Chaponda hails President Chakwera’s installation of Lhomwe Paramount Chief Kaduya

By Chisomo Phiri

Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Vice President for Southern Region George Chaponda has hailed President Lazarus Chakwera for demonstrating good leadership by installing Paramount Chief Kaduya of the Lhomwe people.

President Lazarus Chakwera installed Paramount Chief Kaduya real name Stella Munyama at a ceremony which took place at Mpasa CCAP Primary School Ground in Phalombe District on Thursday.

Dr Chaponda with President Chakwera

Speaking to 247 Malawi News,Chaponda explained that President Chakwera’s installation of Paramount Chief Kaduya, who has been acting in that position since the death of Paramount Chief Ngolongoliwa a few years ago, underscores the MCP government’s commitment to recognizing and working with traditional leaders.

“The President Chakwerahas demonstrated respect for Malawi’s diverse cultural heritage and acknowledges the important role that traditional authorities play in the country’s social fabric,” said Chiponda.

He observed that President Chakwera’s installation of the Lhomwe Paramount Chief reflects a broader commitment to honoring traditional leadership and fostering unity within Malawi.

Chiponda added that what Chakwera has done emphasizes the importance of traditional authorities in shaping the country’s future.

He described the installation of a Paramount Chief as a significant event in Malawi’s cultural and political landscape which reflects the government’s recognition of traditional leadership and its role in national development.

“The installation of a paramount chief holds great significance in many African societies, including Malawi.

“Paramount chiefs are traditional leaders who hold considerable influence and authority within their communities.

“They play a crucial role in preserving cultural heritage, resolving disputes, and promoting development initiatives. Additionally, paramount chiefs often act as intermediaries between their communities and the government, contributing to governance and decision-making processes at both local and national levels,” he said.

Chaponda attended the installation ceremony, representing DPP President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika who is Mulhako Wa Alhomwe patron.

Mulhako Wa Alhomwe was established in 2007 with the aim of promoting Lhomwe culture by among other objectives, instilling a sense of pride in its people.

The formation of the organization revived some of the cultural practices that had been on the death bed.

The Lomwe are one of the four largest ethnic groups living in Malawi.

They are located primarily in the southeast section of Malawi with the largest concentration being in Phalombe district.

Others live in Mulanje, Thyolo, Chiradzulu, Zomba, and Liwonde. Smaller numbers are scattered throughout the southern region of Malawi.

In Mozambique, the Lomwe are found almost entirely in the Zambezi Province

Chakwera leaves for Kinshasa to discuss urgent regional security matters

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Chakwera leaves for Kinshasa to discuss urgent regional security matters

By Cedric Nkungula

President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera leaves the country on Friday 19th January 2024 for Kinshasa to attend the inauguration of Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) President – elect Felix Tshisekedi.

A statement from Ministry of foreign Affairs says Chakwera and Tshisekedi will hold bilateral talks on the sidelines of the inauguration ceremony scheduled to take place on Saturday 20th January 2024.

According to the statement, the two leaders are expected to hold urgent talks on regional security matters that affect Malawi Defence Force (MDF) troops currently deployed in peace keeping activities in Eastern DRC.

Chakwera and Tshisekedi

The statement says President Chakwera has temporarily suspended his public program of public engagements in the southern region to undertake the unscheduled trip to Kinshasa at the invitation of the DRC president.

“His Excellency the president is expected to depart for Kinshasa, DRC through Chileka Airport on Friday, 19th January 2024 at 11:00 hours and return on Sunday, 21 January 2024 at 18:25 hours through the same airport, for the resumption of his tour of duty in the southern region,” reads the statement.

Muvi wa Chilungamo inquires about elections 2025 program

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Muvi wa Chilungamo inquires about elections 2025 program


By Vincent Gunde

Muvi wa Chilungamo Revolutionary Party (MRP) is seeking clarification from Mec Chairperson Judge Dr. Chifundo Kachale on demarcation of constituencies map, mode of voting and reasons for extension of fresh elections to 16th September, 2025.

MRP says contrary to some political parties and figureheads who have expressed ignorance on the relocation of Mec head office from Blantyre to Lilongwe, the newly registered party in Malawi agrees to endorses the relocation of Mec offices.

Jumah, Muvi wa Chilungamo leader



The Party says in many countries around the globe, Elections Commissions are situated where Government sits and in Malawi, it is the administrative Capital City of Lilongwe and not the commercial City of Blantyre.

In a statement addressed to Judge Kachale dated 12th January, 2024 President and Commander in Chief of MRP Bantu Saunders Jumah, has asked for records of the voters roll of the May, 2019 elections and that of repeated elections which was held on the 23rd June, 2020.

In the statement, Jumah is seeking clarity from Judge Kachale on the reasons for the elections to be conducted on 16th September, 2025 and not the constitutional 5-year mandate that ends on the 21st May, 2024.

Jumah has expressed hope that Judge Kachale is conversant with the Supreme law of the country as well as the constitutional court proceedings, will provide concrete answers to the party and many Malawians in the country.

He says if it is the law of the constitution, Judge Kachale must enlighten Malawians which sections, subsections, and clause of the country’s Supreme document and or the page number so that the party and many Malawians can re-read the constitution to walk together with Mec to the elections period.

The MRP President says if it is the decision of the present government that amended the Supreme law, personal views, Mec opinion on the matter questioning Kachale that is it in line with the constitutional calendar of Mec laws as well as the Republican Constitution that allows illegal extension?

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