In a significant development, the Mzuzu Industrial Relations Court has ruled in favor of IPTE 18 cohort teachers, allowing them to participate in primary school teacher interviews scheduled for July 28, 2025, across all district councils in Malawi.
The court’s decision comes after Peter Mailosi, representing the IPTE 18 teachers, petitioned for a stay of execution of the decision to bar them from attending the interviews.
The interviews are part of the Malawi government’s efforts to fill vacant positions created by the recent promotion of over 26,000 primary school teachers from Grade TL to Grade TK by the Ministry of Education.
Initially, the recruitment process was only open to IPTE 14-17 graduates, leaving IPTE 18 cohort teachers excluded.
The Industrial Relations Court, established under Section 110 of the Malawi Constitution, has original jurisdiction over labor disputes and employment-related issues.
The court’s ruling is a victory for the IPTE 18 teachers, who can now participate in the interviews alongside their counterparts from IPTE 14-17.
This development highlights the importance of fair representation and equal opportunities in the education sector.
The Local Government Service Commission is now required to comply with the court’s order and allow IPTE 18 teachers to participate in the interviews.
The Malawi Judiciary, which oversees the Industrial Relations Court, ensures that such disputes are resolved in accordance with the law, providing a platform for aggrieved parties to seek redress.
Independent presidential candidate Reverend Hardwick Kaliya officially named Theresa Sigele Kagona as his running mate for the upcoming September 16 General Election.The Presidential Candidate however had a dramatic setback yesterday when the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) rejected Kaliya’s initial nomination papers due to critical irregularities.
Reverend Kaliya arrived at the MEC offices yesterday to submit his nomination documents, only to have them turned away by the Commission. MEC Chairperson Justice Annabel Mtalimanja confirmed that the rejection was due to multiple compliance failures involving Kaliya’s original running mate. The unsigned statutory declaration—a mandatory legal affidavit—was a key issue, along with the absence of the running mate’s identification documents and lack of formal consent to appear on the ticket . Justice Mtalimanja emphasized that these omissions rendered the nomination invalid under electoral laws and instructed Kaliya to rectify the errors before the July 30 deadline .
Kaliya and Kagona
Kagona, a civil society advocate with a background in community development, is seen as a strategic choice to reinforce Kaliya’s campaign as an independent alternative to Malawi’s established political elites. Her inclusion brings gender balance and a reformist perspective to the ticket, aligning with Kaliya’s vision of inclusive governance .
The MEC’s strict enforcement of nomination rules highlights the heightened scrutiny surrounding the 2025 elections, which will be conducted under the 50%+1 vote threshold introduced after the controversial annulment of the 2019 polls . With economic hardships and public distrust in leadership shaping voter sentiment, independent candidates like Kaliya aim to position themselves as credible alternatives. His 2019 independent bid, though unsuccessful, established him as a critic of mainstream politics, and the Kaliya-Kagona partnership now seeks to capitalize on growing disillusionment with traditional parties .
As the electoral season intensifies, the revised nomination signals Kaliya’s determination to remain in the race. Analysts will be watching whether his campaign can gain traction in a crowded field dominated by figures like incumbent Lazarus Chakwera and former President Peter Mutharika . For now, the focus remains on whether the Kaliya-Kagona ticket can translate its reformist messaging into tangible support ahead of the September vote.
Reverend Hardwick Kaliya is not new to Malawi’s political landscape. He is a man of resilience, principle, and unwavering conviction. Known for his bold stance against injustice and his fearless pursuit of truth, Kaliya has once again thrown his hat into the presidential race—this time, with greater purpose and renewed determination.
His name first gained political prominence in 2019 when he contested as an independent presidential candidate during the tripartite elections. Though he did not amass many votes, he captured the attention of the nation with his courage to challenge the status quo. In a country often dominated by party politics, Kaliya’s decision to run independently was not just symbolic—it was a protest against political conformity and a call for genuine reform.
Kaliya
Before his independent bid, Reverend Kaliya had been associated with the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP). However, after losing in the party’s local government primaries, he chose integrity over compromise and parted ways with the DPP. That decision marked him as a man unwilling to be used by political machinery—a man guided not by convenience, but by principle.
His pursuit of justice has not been confined to politics. Reverend Kaliya once sought legal redress in a high-profile case involving the National Bank of Malawi, demanding compensation for wrongful prosecution. Though the court ruled against him, his action demonstrated his willingness to stand up to powerful institutions—a rare trait in modern Malawian politics.
Despite public scrutiny—including controversy over an illegal water connection that was later rectified—Kaliya has never shied away from accountability. He remains transparent and grounded, characteristics that many politicians fail to uphold. These challenges have not discouraged him; rather, they have strengthened his resolve to serve Malawians with honesty and vision.
Today, as Malawi looks ahead to the 2025 general elections, Reverend Kaliya’s return as an independent presidential candidate is a refreshing reminder that leadership is about service, not power. He represents the silent majority—Malawians who are tired of recycled politicians, hollow promises, and politics of personal gain.
His candidacy offers an alternative that is grounded in values: integrity, justice, and people-centered governance. He speaks not with political gimmicks, but with sincerity. He does not buy crowds—he wins hearts. And above all, he believes that every Malawian, regardless of background, deserves a fair and just government.
Conclusion: Reverend Hardwick Kaliya is more than a candidate—he is a movement. A movement that calls on Malawians to rise above partisan divisions and vote with conscience. His presence on the ballot is a testament to democratic freedom and the power of individual conviction. At a time when trust in politicians is at an all-time low, Kaliya offers something rare: hope. It is time Malawi gives him the platform he truly deserves. Let us support Reverend Hardwick Kaliya—not just for his words, but for the unwavering principles he stands for.
Blue Eagles Sisters have been crowned champions of the ONE NICO Cup in the Central Region after narrowly defeating Civonets 45-44 at the Area 30 court in Lilongwe on Sunday.
The two teams went head-to-head across all four quarters of the one-hour match, with the final result separated by just a single goal.
Blue Eagles Sisters received a prize of K1 million, while Civonets pocketed K700,000. Young Eagles earned K500,000 for finishing third, MDF Lioness received K400,000, and fifth-placed Vanessa Sisters took home K300,000.
Blue Eagles Sisters, Civonets, and Young Eagles will proceed to the final stage of the competition at the end of August, where they will face nine other teams from the Southern, Eastern, and Northern Regions.
Top teams from the South include Tigresses, Kukoma Diamonds, and Blantyre Tremors, while the best performers from the East are Prison Queens, Genius, and Malawi Navy.
In his remarks, sports analyst Ibrahim Phiri said the narrow goal (basket) margin shows that the league has brought strong competition.
Phiri added that people should expect even more compitition at the national level.
NACALA, Mozambique Hopes of easing Malawi’s fuel shortages have brightened following the arrival of the MV Virgo vessel at the Port of Nacala, carrying 22 million litres of diesel under a Government-to-Government (G2G) arrangement.
The ship, which earlier offloaded 28 million litres of petrol in Tanga, Tanzania, docked in Nacala earlier this week and has begun discharging the diesel, which will be transported to Malawi by rail.
According to National Oil Company of Malawi (Nocma) spokesperson Raymond Likambale, the fuel consignment is part of a broader effort to stabilize the country’s supply chain and reduce the recurrence of pump queues.
“We have already started the discharge process in Nacala, and diesel is en route to Malawi. We expect petrol to start arriving by Friday,” Likambale confirmed.
This consignment is the latest in a series of fuel deliveries under a strategic bilateral deal aimed at strengthening energy security in Malawi, which has recently faced persistent shortages due to forex constraints and logistical bottlenecks.
Nacala Port continues to play a critical role in Malawi’s fuel import strategy, offering a shorter and more cost-effective route compared to others in the region.
