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Malawi and Iceland launch projects in Mangochi and Nkhotakota

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Malawi and Iceland launch projects in Mangochi and Nkhotakota

By Burnett Munthali

Malawi and Iceland have launched various projects in Mangochi and Nkhotakota Districts aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries.

On Monday, President Lazarus Chakwera held bilateral talks with the visiting Prime Minister of Iceland, Bjarni Benediktsson, at Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe.

Speaking during a state banquet at Kamuzu Palace, Chakwera said that even though Iceland invests its resources in the development programs of several countries, it invests more development resources to Malawi than any other.

Nancy Tembo

In his remarks, Iceland Prime Minister Bjarni Benediktsson said that Iceland would continue supporting Malawi in development activities.

Speaking to journalists earlier, Minister of Foreign Affairs Nancy Tembo said that Iceland is currently implementing projects in the country which are already making positive impacts.

Building mutual trust, understanding and collaboration through cultural and educational programmes can help cultivate popular support for the wider relationship in countries.

Bilateral negotiations are frequently utilized in trade agreements between two countries. Because they involve fewer interested parties than multilateral trade negotiations, bilateral trade negotiations can sometimes be completed more easily and quickly.

It is important to invest in training and development because training and development programs equip employees with the skills necessary to perform their roles effectively. As employees acquire new knowledge and abilities, they become more proficient in their tasks and responsibilities.

Two motorcycle riders die after head-on collision

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Two motorcycle riders die after head-on collision

By Burnett Munthali

Two motorcycle riders have died after being involved in a head-on collision road accident in Dowa.

Dowa police Publicist Alice Sitima identified the two as Sameel Bangira Karim, a Pakistani national, and Chisomo Damiano.

Sitima says they were riding motorcycles from different directions before colliding at the Chezi Turnoff-Dowa Boma road at Kasawa Village.

“Bangira Karim, was riding a BMW motorcycle bearing the registration number BZ 5519 travelling from Chezi Turn-off towards Dowa Boma while Chisomo was  coming from the opposite direction.



“Upon arrival at Kasawa Village, Karim attempted to overtake another motorcycle while negotiating a left corner and collided head-on with an unregistered Lifan motorcycle which was being
ridden by Chisomo Damiano with a pillion passenger on board,” said Sitima.

Karim reportedly sustained a fractured left leg and right arm, and a deep cut on the head while Damiano suffered internal injuries.

Sitima adds Damiano was pronounced dead upon arrival at Dowa District Hospital and Karim along and the passenger was later referred to Kamuzu Central Hospital where the former died while receiving treatment.

Left-turn accidents are some of the most common types of motorcycle accidents. A left-hand turn accident can occur when an oncoming motorcycle is struck by a vehicle turning left. These types of crashes can take place at intersections, corners, or stop signs.

Super-sport bikes are the fastest and the most dangerous motorcycle types to control. IIHS statistics show 1,169 fatalities involving this bike type in 2021, accounting for 20% of all motorcycle fatalities, despite making up only 6.3% of registered motorcycles!

Only two secondary schools in Machinga district have computer laboratories

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Only two secondary schools in Machinga district have computer laboratories

By Burnett Munthali

Only two out of 23 secondary schools in Machinga district have computer laboratories.

District Director of Education, Youth and Sports Nellie Kamtedza has disclosed this, saying access to ICT education remains a huge challenge.

Kamtedza was speaking when Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) was launching an ICT Lab Construction at a newly constructed school in Machinga Likwenu Constituency.

This is under MACRA’s ‘Connect-A-School’ project through the Universal Service Fund which aims at increasing access to ICT in school across the country.

MACRA’s Spectrum Planning Manager,  Derick Kondwani says through the project, 75 schools; including 73 CDSSs, one national government secondary school, and one pilot primary school benefit from the project.

Meanwhile, Machinga Likweni MP, Bright Msaka has applauded MACRA for the gesture while calling on contractors to deliver high quality works in such projects.

A recent study by MACRA and National Statistical office showed that about 6 million children in the country have no access to ICT.

Computer labs allow students to gain hands-on experience in computer science, particularly in areas like system and network administration . Additionally, computer labs are essential for colleges and universities to provide information technology training and enhance students’ IT skills .

ICT in education improves engagement and knowledge retention: When ICT is integrated into lessons, students become more engaged in their work. This is because technology provides different opportunities to make it more fun and enjoyable in terms of teaching the same things in different ways.

Ministry of Education operationalizing promotion of teachers

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Ministry of Education operationalizing promotion of teachers

By Burnett Munthali

The Ministry of Education says it is carrying out processes to operationalize the promotion of teachers who were recently promoted to their next grades.

The teachers are those promoted to grades TJ, TI, TH and TG.

In a statement, the Ministry’s Principal Secretary Mangani Katundu says the processes shall be completed by the end of this month.

“As such, the teachers shall receive the adjusted salaries corresponding to the new grades plus arrears in the month of June 2024,” he says.

Teachers in Malawi

As a profession, teaching also implies a long-term commitment on the part of the teacher, and this is due to the fact the teachers can advance in their work during their years of service through a pre-established hierarchy in work, also known as the promotion system that has a powerful influence on their performance.

Teaching, is a profession of those who give instruction, especially in an elementary school or a secondary school or in a university. Measured in terms of its members, teaching is the world’s largest profession. In the 21st century it was estimated that there were about 80 million teachers throughout the world.

Teachers play a critical role in the lives of their students and in their community because they can interact with parents and school leadership. Schools often serve as community hubs where people from all backgrounds come together and meet to discuss issues and needs in their neighborhoods.

Jumah calls for reevaluation of electoral law

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Jumah calls for reevaluation of electoral law

By Vincent Gunde

President of the Muvi wa Chilungamo Revolutionary Party (MRP)Bantu Saunders Jumah, has urged the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) to reconsider the electoral law requiring national Identity Cards for voting in the 2025 elections.

Jumah has expressed concerns that this law may disenfranchise many Malawians, potentially leading to unfair election outcomes.

Jumah cites challenges with the national registration process, including slow registration rates and technical issues, which may prevent many citizens from exercising their right to vote.

He proposes delaying the implementation of the ID card requirement until the 2029 elections, citing a lack of trust in the current MEC’s ability to conduct credible elections.

Jumah

Jumah also calls for transparency and fairness in the electoral process, suggesting that the MEC provide a “Voter Registration Database” to all political parties to ensure trust and credibility.

He emphasizes the importance of free, fair, and transparent elections, and urged the MEC to take necessary steps to achieve this goal.

Additionally, Jumah addresses concerns about political violence and intimidation, criticizing President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera for not adequately addressing these issues.

He has urged the President to take a stronger stance against violence and ensure a safe campaign environment for all political parties.

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