Linda Kwanjana

Malawi

Reporter at 247 Malawi

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President Chakwera hails Pope Francis humility

2 weeks ago | 247malawi.com | Linda Kwanjana

By Linda KwanjanaThe state President Dr Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has described the Pope Francis as a symbol of unity and humbleness. Chakwera said this at Maula Cathedral in Lilongwe, where he attended a Requiem Mass for His Holiness Pope Francis. He said Pope Francis' unique background significantly shaped his papal leadership. The President said as the first pope from the Global South, the Americas, and the Jesuit order, he brought a distinctly different perspective to the Vatican.
MAGLA imposes strict regulations on underage gambling

2 months ago | 247malawi.com | Linda Kwanjana

By Linda Kwanjana The Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) has introduced strict new regulations to protect vulnerable populations, including a ban on anyone under the age of 18 participating in gambling activities. The announcement was made by MAGLA Director General, Racheal Mijiga at a key regulations sensitization workshop in Mangochi, which was attended by operators, industry experts, and media representatives.
President Chakwera calls on leader of opposition to withdraw some of his statement from his response

2 months ago | 247malawi.com | Linda Kwanjana

By Linda Kwanjana Malawi leader President Dr Lazarus Chakwera has advised leader of opposition in Parliament George Chaponda to learn to leave prophecies to those who have a calling.
G to G fuel arrangement takes shape 100 tankers hauled

Jan 11, 2025 | 247malawi.com | Linda Kwanjana

By Linda KwanjanaThe much-awaited fuel under government to government (G-2-G) arrangement has started arriving in the country with 100 tankers of the expected 1,409 tankers which are expected to be hauled from Tanga Port of Tanzania. Minister of Energy, Ibrahim Matola witnessed the coming in of this first butch of the trucks today at Songwe Border in Karonga.
NOCMA dispatches ten Petrol tankers to mitigate fuel shortage in Bt

Dec 9, 2024 | 247malawi.com | Linda Kwanjana

By Linda Kwanjana National Oil Company of Malawi (NOCMA) says has dispatched ten petrol tankers in Blantyre in order to mitigate fuel shortage which has been experienced two days now. In an email response to our reporters , NOCMA Public Relations Officer, Raymond Likambale said all efforts have been made to ensure there is sufficient flow of fuel in Blantyre. Likambale said NOCMA is exploring alternative routes to ensure sustainable flow of fuel in light of Mozambique unrests.
Chewa chiefs rebuke AFORD President Enock Chihana over Kudambwe remarks

Nov 16, 2024 | 247malawi.com | Linda Kwanjana

By Linda Kwanjana Chewa Heritage Foundation (CHEFO) on Saturday expressed concern over the remarks that Alliance for Democracy (AFORD) President Enock Chihana said on 13 November 2024 . On the material day, Chihana was quoted as saying "Chimashini chimenechi chaSmartmatic mudzikavoterana ku dambwe komweko (Chewa Traditional chrines)". Senior Chief Chadza described the remarks as tribalistic and unfair to the Chewa people.
Oscar Taulo, the incoming ACB Director General

Nov 14, 2024 | 247malawi.com | Linda Kwanjana

By Linda Kwanjana On 13 November 2024, Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB) conducted interviews for the position of Director General. This position fell vacant following the expiry of the then embattled executive, Martha Chizuma. We can confirm that among the eleven candidates, there was this young legal pundit , Oscar Taulo. Political, Economic , Social and Governance commentator Dr Ben Dzolowere says Taulo is among the best candidates, especially following his positive track records.
MBC describes 2024 Zokonda Amai Macheza successful

Oct 16, 2024 | 247malawi.com | Linda Kwanjana

By Linda Kwanjana Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) has described this year's Zokonda Amai Macheza initiative which took place in Mzuzu as the best. MBC board Chair Reverend Vasco Kachipapa said this in an exclusive interview after this year's Zokonda Amai Macheza which was held at Grand Palace. Reverend Kachipapa said the change of venue from Lilongwe , Mangochi Blantyre, has helped to have this year event successful.
Chakwera meets World Bank Team in Washington DC

Oct 1, 2024 | 247malawi.com | Linda Kwanjana

By Linda Kwanjana Malawi leader President Dr Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera on Tuesday met World Bank Management team in Washington DC. Confirming the meeting via his Facebook page the president said was happy that World Bank was committed to help Malawi improve its macro- economic landscape.
New lease of life: Former Mayor Richard Banda handovers K3Million water project in Area 23

Sep 29, 2024 | 247malawi.com | Linda Kwanjana

By Linda Kwanjana Former Lilongwe City Council Mayor who is currently an aspiring member of Parliament for Lilongwe Mlodza Constituency Councillor Richard Banda on Sunday handed over a K3 Million borehole project which he embarked using funds from personal initiative. Speaking during the handover ceremony Banda said he thought it wise to embark on the water project after receiving reports from chiefs on challenges the community was facing to access water.