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Ephraim Mkali Banda

Ephraim Mkali Banda

Articles by Ephraim Mkali Banda

Political analyst accuses Michael Usi of sowing discord in UTM party
Malawi News

Political analyst accuses Michael Usi of sowing discord in UTM party

Thomas Chirwa, a political analyst and lecturer at the University of Dar es Salaam, has labelled Vice President Michael Usi a "confusion," accusing him of fueling divisions within the United Transformation Movement (UTM) party. Chirwa… ...

Mzimba SDA church equips youths with faith, practical skills
Malawi News

Mzimba SDA church equips youths with faith, practical skills

The Seventh-day Adventist Mzimba Central Church is equipping its youth with more than just spiritual guidance—it is teaching them essential life skills through hands-on cooking lessons. Recently, the church organized a unique cooking class for… ...

Authorities probe alarming human trafficking allegations on WhatsApp
Malawi News

Authorities probe alarming human trafficking allegations on WhatsApp

Authorities in Mzimba are investigating shocking allegations of human trafficking after reports surfaced on WhatsApp about a 17-year-old girl being sold for marriage in South Africa for 3,000 rands. Bernard Nangwale, head of social welfare… ...

UTM vows to fight Smartmatic technology over rigging fears, eyes independent path in 2025 elections
Malawi News

UTM vows to fight Smartmatic technology over rigging fears, eyes independent path in 2025 elections

The United Transformation Movement (UTM) presidential torchbearer, Dalitso Kabambe, has vowed to challenge the use of Smartmatic technology in Malawi’s electoral processes, citing alleged plans to manipulate next year’s polls.  Kabambe made this declaration during… ...

SDA church members gift pastor a motorcycle to boost rural outreach
Malawi News

SDA church members gift pastor a motorcycle to boost rural outreach

In a remarkable display of unity and purpose, members of the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Church in Mzimba District have come together to address a significant challenge.  Recognizing the difficulties their pastor faced in reaching remote… ...

Livingstonia synod urges swift action on national development and unity
Malawi News

Livingstonia synod urges swift action on national development and unity

The CCAP Synod of Livingstonia has called on the government to prioritize urgent development projects and foster national unity to address Malawi's pressing challenges.  Speaking during a recent briefing, Synod General Secretary Reverend William Tembo… ...

Mbewe condemns Chakwera over widespread mismanagement, demands his resignation 
Malawi News

Mbewe condemns Chakwera over widespread mismanagement, demands his resignation 

David Mbewe, president of the Liberation for Economic Freedom (LEF) Party, has called for the immediate resignation of President Lazarus Chakwera, citing widespread crises and leadership failures. In a statement issued on December 2, 2024,… ...

Gulu lakale la Payoniya liopseza kuchita m’bindikiro mwezi uno
Malawi News

Gulu lakale la Payoniya liopseza kuchita m’bindikiro mwezi uno

Anthu omwe anali a Payoniya mu ulamuliro wa chipani chimodzi cha Malawi Congress omwe mtsogoleri wake anali malemu Hastings Kamuzu Banda awopseza kuti achita m'bindikiro ku ma ofesi a boma Capital Hill ngati boma siliwalipira… ...

Police actions threaten children’s right to education
Malawi News

Police actions threaten children’s right to education

A Social Political Commentator, Ben Navitcha has condemned the police for recklessly firing tear gas near Lilongwe Primary School, disrupting learning activities. The incident occurred as police attempted to disperse demonstrators protesting the country’s ongoing… ...

Protests against fuel crisis, elections technology to go ahead despite council pushback
Malawi News

Protests against fuel crisis, elections technology to go ahead despite council pushback

The Centre for Democracy and Economic Development Initiatives (CDEDI) has vowed to proceed with demonstrations today, challenging resistance from the Lilongwe District Council. Sylvester Namiwa, CDEDI’s Executive Director, criticized the council's attempt to halt the… ...