Malawi is grappling with an unprecedented rise in the water level of its largest body of water, Lake Malawi. Authorities say nearly 90% of the beach area has been submerged, damaging property and crops. Lameck Masina reports from Mangochi.
Most of the workers will replace Palestinians who no longer work in Israel because of the war between Israel and Hamas
Farmers in rural Malawi are learning to move away from over-dependence on maize, the country’s primary staple crop. A local charity Never Ending Food is teaching farmers about 200 types of food crops they can grow and eat. Lameck Masina reports from Lilongwe.
Analysts say the smuggling would only stop if buyers in Malawi offer competitive prices to farmers
The journalist's story exposed fraudulent activities involving corruption suspect Abdul Karim Batatawala, who was charged with conspiracy to defraud the Malawi government
In Malawi, hope has arrived for elderly people banished from their homes, some over accusations of practicing witchcraft. A charity in the capital is providing shelter and food for them. Lameck Masina reports from Lilongwe.
Anti-drug advocates say the action would hurt young people
Malawi has embarked on trials of genetically modified maize aimed to curb recurrent hunger and pests like fall armyworms and caterpillars. The trials come amid concerns about the possible effects genetically modified organisms have on health and the environment. Lameck Masina reports from Lilongwe.
DPP officials say 25 supporters were hurt and rushed to a hospital
Lazarus Chakwera says measures are in place to identify and apprehend the attackers, but his statements stir doubt
Labor activists frown at recruitment process for hiring workers, saying politics shouldn't be involved
Press freedom groups have faulted the police for invading the journalists’ privacy
Inventor Ernest Andrew’s innovation largely aims to save money villagers spend in buying torches and batteries to light their homes
This is the second time in three years he has faced arrest for publishing a story about the government's dealings with a U.K. businessman
US government built the schools as part of 89 planned for Malawi by the end of 2024
Recent government public health campaigns on the importance of COVID-19 jabs have helped defeat vaccine hesitancy
Authorities say the first consignment of the milled grain is expected next week
Some analysts call Tanzania’s action retaliatory
Maize lethal necrosis disease could wipe out the staple food, but the ban comes as the country struggles with food shortages
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