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Citizen Alliance calls for equal access to public services

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Citizen Alliance calls for equal access to public services



By Chisomo Phiri

Citizen Alliance has called on public service providers to ensure equal access for vulnerable populations and establish complaint mechanisms to address rights violations in the country.

The organization’s Executive Director(ED),Baxton Nkhoma, made the call  during a meeting with stakeholders in Salima on Tuesday.

Baxton Nkhoma



Nkhoma emphasized the challenges faced by vulnerable groups in accessing essential public services like the Malawi Police, judiciary, and hospitals.

He urged these institutions to create user-friendly and supportive mechanisms for vulnerable populations to report their grievances.

On his part,Paralegal Officer for the Salima district,John Wilson Mangalala,praised the meeting, expressing his belief that it will significantly enhance human rights for vulnerable populations in the district.

High Court to rule on Chisale’s asset forfeiture

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High Court to rule on Chisale’s asset forfeiture


By Chisomo Phiri

The High Court in Blantyre is set to deliver a ruling on November 20, 2024, regarding the state’s application to permanently forfeit property belonging to Norman Chisale, a former aide to President Peter Mutharika.

The state is seeking to seize assets worth approximately K1.7 billion, claiming they were acquired through proceeds of crime, which violates the Financial Crimes Act.

Norman Chisale



On Tuesday, High Court judge Anneline Kanthambi heard arguments from the state on why it wants to seize the assets.

Chief State Advocate Pirirani Masanjala emphasized the importance of a timely conclusion to the case, as the property’s value might depreciate.

On the other hand, Chisale’s lawyer, Chancy Gondwe, argued that the case should be dismissed since it has already been referred to the Chief Justice for certification as a constitutional matter.

Gondwe also questioned the state’s reasoning for submitting another application for forfeiture when a similar case was filed in 2022.

The assets in question were seized in 2021, and Chisale is accused of accumulating them through illegal means.

Therefore, Judge Kanthambi will deliver her determination on the case on November 20, 2024 .

Judge Pemba rules in favor of GM Properties in Area 26,Kanengo land dispute

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Judge Pemba rules in favor of GM Properties in Area 26,Kanengo land dispute



By Chisomo Phiri

Judge Howard Pemba of the Commercial Division of the High Court in Lilongwe on Tuesday declared that the land in Area 26, Kanengo, in the capital city, is the legitimate property of GM Properties.

According to Judge Pemba, there is sufficient evidence to prove that GM Properties lawfully acquired the land from the Ministry of Lands, and the villagers were informed about this acquisition.

Judge Pemba



However, the judge also directed that the villagers can be evicted, but only after they receive full compensation, with the valuations based on the current rate.

The ruling comes after GM Properties took the villagers to court for encroaching on their land, where they intend to construct uptown houses as part of the Kanengo Northgate Project.

The dispute began in May, 2021.

Fuel scarcity forces EGENCO to reduce power supply to Likoma, Chizumulu Island

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Fuel scarcity forces EGENCO to reduce power supply to Likoma, Chizumulu Island



By Chisomo Phiri

The Energy Generation Company (EGENCO) has announced that due to the current fuel scarcity, it has been forced to reduce power supply to Likoma and Chizumulu islands.

In a statement,the company says it is struggling to access enough diesel to operate its generators, which usually supplement the solar power systems in these two areas.

It says this has resulted in power outages, with Likoma island experiencing a 6-hour blackout and Chizumulu island facing a 9-hour power cut.



The power producing company says it has only managed to secure 40% of the required diesel, exacerbating the issue.

Reads part of its statement:”EGENCO is working hard to resolve this issue and ensure a steady power supply to these islands.

“The company is exploring alternative sources of diesel and is in talks with stakeholders to find a solution.

“In the meantime, residents of Likoma and Chizumulu islands are advised to conserve energy and use alternative sources of power where possible.

“We hope that EGENCO will soon find a solution to this problem and restore the power supply to these islands.”

Malawi has been experiencing fuel scarcity for over 3 weeks now.

PICC church to host southern region leaders summit, mega sunday service

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PICC church to host southern region leaders summit, mega sunday service

By Chisomo Phiri

Regional Pastor for Pentecostal International Christian Centre (PICC) Church in the Southern Region and Resident Pastor for PICC Limbe Church, Pastor Maxon Chitawo,has announced that PICC Church will host two upcoming events in November.

In an interview with our journalist Chisomo Phiri, Chitawo said  on Saturday, November 9, 2024, the Southern Region Leaders Summit will take place at PICC Limbe Church from 8 am.



He said the summit aims to equip church leaders with the necessary knowledge to become effective leaders, aligning with the church’s mandate, vision, and mission.

Chitawo added that leaders will also gain insights on how to excel in their ministries and the corporate world.

He said the following day, Sunday, November 10, 2024, a Mega Sunday Service will be held at COMESA Hall in Blantyre from 7 am .

Chitawo said the service promises to be a powerful time of fellowship with God, where attendees can expect to experience His presence and power in their lives.

“Through the ministration of the Word and prayer, the church believes that God will visit and transform the spiritual and physical affairs of those in attendance,

“The church invites all leaders and members to attend these impactful events to grow, learn, and experience God’s presence in their lives,” said Chitawo.

He said Senior Pastor Esau Banda will minister at both events.

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