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Kamlepo cries foul over alleged voter registration fraud in Rumphi

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By Twink Jones Gadama

In a shocking turn of events, Parliamentarian for Rumphi East, Kamlepo Kaluwa, has accused the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) of voter registration fraud.

According to Kaluwa, registration has started in Rumphi East but he is doubtful if the process is really taking place as it should be.

Kaluwa alleges that the MCP has strategically planned to make only a few people get registered with the aim of rigging the votes in the upcoming elections.

He claims to have evidence that MCP is intentionally limiting the number of registrants in Rumphi and Karonga, two regions that are not strong supporters of the party.

Rumphi has a large population, and Kaluwa believes that the low registration numbers in the region are a deliberate move by MCP to ensure that they have an advantage in the elections.

He also accuses the party of planning to have Mozambicans registered in Ntcheu to vote for MCP, a move that he strongly condemns.

“We won’t allow MCP to rig the votes in next year’s elections,” Kaluwa declares.

He adds:”We won’t accept them to bar people from registration, especially on the basis of not having a national ID.”

Kamlepo Kalua



Kaluwa goes on to warn that there will be no peace in Malawi if it is proven that MCP has rigged the elections.

He accuses the party of putting mechanisms in place to prevent other political parties from campaigning in the central region, making it a no-go zone for them.

He vows to take his campaign to the north, south, and east regions, where he believes he will be able to reach the people unhindered.

As a seasoned politician who fought against the real MCP under Kamuzu Banda’s regime, Kaluwa asserts that he is not afraid to take on the current MCP.

He points out the irony of the party dragging the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) to court on allegations of vote rigging while they themselves are now being accused of the same.

Kaluwa’s threats and accusations have sparked tensions in the political landscape of Malawi, with many wondering what will happen next.

Will MCP be able to defend itself against these serious allegations?

And will Kaluwa be able to prove his claims and ensure a fair election process for all?

As the country braces itself for the upcoming elections, one thing is certain – the battle for power in Malawi is far from over, and the political show promised by Kaluwa is sure to be one filled with drama and intrigue.

The black widow strikes again: The tale of the late professor Mumba’s mysterious death

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By Twink Jones Gadama

In the quiet town of Lilongwe, Malawi, a chilling story of greed, betrayal, and murder has rocked the community.

The wife of the late Professor Mumba, Anne Mumba has been convicted and sentenced for his mysterious death, adding another chapter to the dark and twisted tale of her past husbands.

It all started with Peter, her fifth husband, whose wealth seemed to be the ultimate motive behind their marriage.

However, shortly after their union, Peter met his untimely demise under suspicious circumstances.

The late Prof Mumba with Anne



Rumors spread like wildfire, linking her to the deaths of her previous husbands as well.

The first husband reportedly died in Zimbabwe, where she ended up selling all their property and relocating to Malawi.

Her second husband, Brigadier Manda, also met a similar fate, succumbing to what people believed to be HIV-AIDS complications shortly after her visit.

She then sold their house in Area 47 and bought or built a new one in Area 12 under her name.

Her third husband, Mr. Mtchungula, an airline captain, passed away only four months into their marriage, further adding to the suspicions surrounding her.

Her fourth husband, a certain colored old man, also mysteriously died, leaving a trail of death and deceit in her wake.

It was not until the maid of the late Professor Mumba came forward with crucial information that the truth began to unravel.

Without her testimony, the Black Widow may have succeeded in her deadly mission to inherit her husbands’ wealth and estate.

The court proceedings revealed a chilling pattern of events leading up to Professor Mumba’s death, painting a picture of a dangerous and calculating woman who would stop at nothing to satisfy her insatiable greed.

The evidence stacked against her was overwhelming, leaving no room for doubt about her guilt.

Finally, justice was served as she was convicted and sentenced for her heinous crimes.

The community breathed a collective sigh of relief, knowing that she would no longer be able to prey on unsuspecting victims and exploit their wealth for her own gain.

The story of the late Professor Mumba’s mysterious death serves as a cautionary tale of the dangers of greed and manipulation.

It is a stark reminder that evil can manifest itself in the most unexpected places, leaving behind a trail of destruction and despair.

As the town of Lilongwe grapples with the aftermath of this harrowing ordeal, one thing remains clear: the Black Widow’s reign of terror has come to an end, but the scars she has left behind will forever serve as a haunting reminder of the darkness that lurks within human hearts.

24-year-old Davis Lungu emerges fourth winner in Mpinganjira’s K18 million entrepreneurship project

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By Chisomo Phiri

Davis Lungu, 24, from Zingwangwa Township in Blantyre, was on Saturday June 8,2024, announced  the fourth winner of the K1million business capital in the ‘Kuthandiza Omwe Alibe Kuthekera Kupita Patsogolo’ project championed by entrepreneur Triephornia Mpinganjira.

Speaking when receiving the cheque, Lingu said  he will use the funds to boost his car wash and cleaning service business.

Nyondo handing over the cheque to Lungu


In his remarks, Mpinganjira’s representative Ephraim Nyondo said now 14 people are remaining to secure the funds in the K18million project that the wife to business mogul and philanthropist Thom Mpinganjira introduced to support enterprising youths aged between 18 and 35.

The money is awarded every fortnight to a young person with the most interesting business proposal.

Preliminary autopsy results indicate heart failure as cause of Kasambara’s death

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By Chisomo Phiri

The Malawi Police Service (MPS) says the preliminary findings on the autopsy of the late Ralph Kasambara has revealed that the death was due to heart failure.

National Police spokesperson Peter Kalaya has disclosed this to Nation Online a short while ago.

According to Kalaya, samples have been collected for a more detailed chemical analysis.

Raphael Kasambara

“The results of this examination are expected to be provided to the police in due course,” he said.

He indicated that the autopsy procedures were carried out at Goodwill Mortuary, located in Area 4, by  pathologists Dr  Tamiwe Tomoka and Dr. Andy Mwale.

Kalaya added that the autopsy was conducted in the presence of Dr.Dan Namalika, who attended on behalf of the family, along with other family members.

Kasambara, a prominent figure in the legal community and former Justice Minister and Attorney General, was found dead yesterday at a lodge situated in Area 47 in Lilongwe.

Mudzi Connect empowers Malawian communities to shape their destinies

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By Vincent Gunde

Mudzi Connect, a local Non-Governmental Organization (NGO), envisions a Malawi with vibrant and self-sustaining communities that harness their strengths and assets to shape their destinies with resilience and innovation.

With a mission to unlock the potential of local communities, Mudzi Connect invests in local ideas, strengthens skills, and builds lasting partnerships for sustainable development.

In Dowa district, Mudzi Connect initiated a groundbreaking clustered grant-making project in Traditional Authority(T/A) Msakambewa, implementing ten localized projects across diverse development sectors.

Bertha Mukhuna

The organization invested $83,341.24 in grants, disbursed to Village Development Committees, which implemented projects including classroom blocks, a head teacher’s house, and an Under-Five Clinic.

According to Programme Officer Bertha Mukhuna, the project has triggered increased community participation, with locals contributing $8,656.85 (over 10% of the total budget) and other resources.

Mukhuna notes that this engagement ensures project sustainability and builds a strong foundation for future initiatives.

Mudzi Connect believes in empowering local communities to lead project implementation, strengthening their skills and ensuring sustainability.

The organization collaborated with the Dowa District Council, Civil Society Organization (CSO) Chair, and National Bank of Malawi (NBM) to select Traditional Authority Msakambewa as their impact area.

Currently, Mudzi Connect is conducting a baseline study, led by Professor Singini from Mzuzu University, to evaluate the project’s impact after two years.

This study will aid in assessing the project’s effectiveness in shaping the destiny of Malawian communities.