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Security journalist backs Immigration for screening asylum seekers

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Security journalist backs Immigration for screening asylum seekers

By Vincent Gunde

Security journalist Ephraim Mkali Banda, has commended the Department of Immigration and Citizenship Affairs for intensive screening of those applying for letters of asylum seekers for entry into Malawi to live together with refugees from Rwanda, DRC, and Burundi at the Dzaleka Camp in Dowa district.

Recently, there have been reports in the media that people from Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are taking long at Songwe River border post to be given letters of living as asylum seekers in Malawi, a development which is infringing their rights.

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The rights organizations faulted the Department of Immigration wrong claiming that most of the people from the DRC do not have the necessary resources to support themselves and with the Immigration Department’s taking time to give them letters of asylum seekers in Malawi, is a very big blow.

The Human Rights organizations pleaded with the Government of Malawi to urgently look at the concerns raised at the Songwe River border post so that these people are cleared and continue their journey to Dzaleka Camp in Dowa district.

Giving his reaction, Security Journalist Mkali Banda said Malawi besides signing different treaties or protocols one being that of asylum seekers, it has got its own laws governing the country and cannot be forced to do things outside its laws.

Mkali Banda said the Department of Immigration is doing the right thing at the right time saying there’s a great need for the Department officials to thoroughly investigate and screen these people before they are given letters as asylum seekers.

He has claimed that some of these people applying for asylum seekers are soldiers, police officers and intelligence officers in their countries of origin and allowing these to enter Malawi without properly being screened, they will undermine the security of the country.

“Malawi is facing an increasing spate of armed robberies and various forms of crime, some of the people contributing to this, are these coming from other countries,” said Mkali Banda.

He has advised human rights bodies in Malawi not to take advantage of their donors who give them money for advocacy on the rights of people including those of refugees and asylum seekers not to always finger-pointing government-wrong, but to look at the country’s security first.

Public reaction to health workers threatening to report VP Usi

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Public reaction to health workers threatening to report VP Usi

By Burnett Munthali

The recent decision by the Physician Assistants Union of Malawi and the Society of Medical Doctors in Malawi to report Vice-President Michael Usi to the Malawi Human Rights Commission (MHRC) has sparked a wide range of reactions from the public. The controversy centers on Usi’s public rebuke of a nurse in Chikwawa, which was filmed and broadcasted by the media.

Some public voices argue that the outcry against Usi is misplaced. They contend that the broader issue at hand is not about Usi’s method but rather about the state of discipline within Malawi’s public sector. A number of commentators have expressed support for Usi, in suggesting that his actions, though harsh, might be necessary to enforce accountability and discipline among public servants.

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One perspective suggests that too much freedom in Malawi could be counterproductive. This view argues that the country needs strong leadership—possibly in the form of benevolent authoritarianism, as seen in the past with leaders like Kamuzu Banda and Bingu wa Mutharika. Proponents of this view believe that Usi’s actions might be an effort to instill order and discipline, which they see as vital for progress.

Others criticize the media coverage of the incident. They argue that filming and broadcasting such confrontations can undermine the effectiveness of public reprimands and focus undue attention on sensationalism rather than constructive solutions. This group feels that Usi’s approach, while potentially well-intentioned, comes off as more about making a public spectacle than addressing the underlying issues.

Further criticism comes from those who feel that the focus should be on systemic issues affecting patients and healthcare delivery rather than on individual reprimands. They argue that addressing the broader challenges faced by patients—like inadequate access to private healthcare—should take precedence over conflicts between officials and health workers.

Finally, some voices defend Usi’s actions, viewing his rebuke as a necessary step towards improving accountability in the public sector. They argue that habitual issues like lateness among public servants require strong measures and that backing the nurse in this case could undermine efforts to instill discipline.

The debate reflects deeper tensions within Malawian society regarding governance, public accountability, and the role of media in addressing national issues. As the MHRC prepares to review the case, it is clear that this controversy has ignited a broader discussion on the balance between authority, accountability, and human rights in Malawi.

Dr. Michael Usi criticizes UTM party spokesperson Patricia Kaliati

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Dr. Michael Usi criticizes UTM party spokesperson Patricia Kaliati

By Burnett Munthali

Dr. Michael Usi, leader of the UTM party, has openly criticized Patricia Kaliati, the party’s spokesperson, for her recent remarks referring to their party members as “nyenwa” (squatters). Speaking to UTM supporters at the Mudi government residence, Usi expressed his discontent, asserting that such comments are unwarranted and that the party should remain focused on its mission rather than engaging in internal conflicts.

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“Chilima left us while in government, and I remain in government to serve the objectives that Chilima set. So, where is the fault in that?” Usi questioned.

At a political meeting held yesterday in Mzuzu, Kaliati had stated that UTM party members are only present at meetings and not actively engaged in governance. Usi’s comments indicate his frustration with the lack of unity and constructive dialogue within the party.

Currently, Dr. Usi, who is also the country’s vice president, is expected to conclude his duties in the southern region of Malawi, where he has been active for the past two weeks.

Credible Investment Limited partners with Dr. Triephornia Mpinganjira’s project

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Credible Investment Limited partners with Dr. Triephornia Mpinganjira’s project

By Burnett Munthali

Credible Investment Limited (CIL) has announced a significant partnership with Dr. Triephornia Mpinganjira’s “Kuthandiza Omwe Alibe Kuthekera Kupita Kutsogolo” project. According to a statement issued today and signed by CIL Executive Director Abbas Nasser, the company has allocated an additional K2 million to the initiative. This contribution increases the project’s total funding to K20 million.


With this additional support, the project will now recognize 20 winners instead of the originally planned 18. The grand finale, where 16 of the winners will be announced, is scheduled to take place at BICC on August 30.

Credible Investment Limited, a registered cigarette manufacturing company, began its operations in March 2022. This partnership underscores its commitment to community development and support for impactful projects.

Muvi wa Chilungamo begs Chakwera to travel to Germany with Chaponda

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Muvi wa Chilungamo begs Chakwera to travel to Germany with Chaponda


By Vincent Gunde

President and Commander in Chief of Muvi wa Chilungamo Revolutionary Party (MRP) Bantu Saunders Jumah, has advised President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera to travel to Germany with Leader of Opposition in Parliament Dr. George Chaponda or any other opposition party leaders.

Reports are indicating that President Chakwera is travelling to Germany on a new steamship mission on Lake Malawi, this has increased gossiping and speculations that President Chakwera will interfere with the findings of the Germany aircraft manufacturing company’s expert who were in the country to investigate the plane crash which killed Dr. Saulosi Chilima and eight others.

Leader of Opposition Chaponda

He said the Government of Malawi only summoned aircraft manufacturers from Germany to come into the country to correct and fix the problem so that such accident should not happen again as this was the first of its kind in Malawi.

Speaking through a Revolutionary voice in various social media platforms, Jumah said President Chakwera should have appointed a panel of church leaders, CSOs, family members of the departed souls for a Commission of Inquiry claiming that if this happened, there could have been no gossips.

Jumah said the Germany aircraft experts into the country was not a Commission of Inquiry, they were here for their plane and the commission could have investigated on what happened for the plane to travel with no MCP officials only UTM.

He said the plane was made to carry 18 passengers but it was full with 9 people observing that these are the kinds of questions which Malawians are asking and are demanding answers claiming that in every mysterious death, there are suspects and who are these suspects in the Dr. Chilima and eight others death?

The MRP President said Malawians are suspicious with President Chakwera’s visit to Germany hence a demand for Chakwera to travel with Leader of Opposition Dr. George Chaponda for Malawians to trust the visit that it is being made for discussions of a steamship on Lake Malawi.

He has appealed to President Chakwera to delay a bit his visit to Germany until the Germans have released a report of their findings as to what exactly happened for the plane to crash in the Chikangawa forest in Mzimba district on Monday, 10th June, 2024.

“We are living in the world where social media is a powerful weapon, there’s nothing to hide, Malawians need transparency, this is democracy,” said Jumah.

He said it is sad that till this day, no families of the 9 departed souls in a plane crash has received an autopsy report questioning government what is it hiding, warning government that many Malawians will be arrested for the truth to prevail.

Jumah has made it clear to government that there is no way Malawians will be blocked from speaking on Dr. Chilima and eight others death of what they feel is right claiming that speaking is the only way of exercising hard-won democracy and freedom Malawians fought for in 1994.

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