By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Malawi24
The Malawian army has launched its annual fundraising drive to improve the living conditions of former soldiers who fought in the two world wars. Soldiers from the 9th Battalion have begun soliciting donations in the streets of Zomba, reports Malawi24.
Motorists in Zomba are denouncing fuel shortages and calling for urgent action from the Malawian authorities. They accuse officials of failing to inform the public about the crisis, which has already been described as a national emergency, Malawi24 reports.
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Construction of the Vigwagwa market in Mzuzu and Nkondezi market in Nkhatabay is progressing under the Reformed Constituency Development Fund and Malawi's commercial programme, according to Malawi24 and Malawi Voice. Minister Ben Malunga Phiri said he was satisfied with progress and highlighted expected benefits for hygiene, traders, jobs and local revenues. Malawi Voice also mentioned bridge works in the two districts.
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Twelve-year-old Malawian artist Beyani Mhango recorded the gospel song ‘Ndananga’ with musician Chimwemwe Mhango. The song calls for repentance and a return to God, while the experienced musician has pledged to support the young singer’s early career, The Times Group reports.
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Zambia and Malawi exchanged 25 inmates at the Mwami-Mchinji border, including 23 Malawians handed over to the Malawian authorities and two Zambians transferred in the other direction. The operation aims to bring prisoners closer to their families and follows a bilateral agreement reached in December 2025, according to Malawi24.
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Egypt’s deputy ambassador assaulted in LilongweEgypt’s deputy ambassador to Malawi is in hospital after being assaulted and beaten in Lilongwe. National Police spokesperson Gladys Chiwaula confirmed the investigation without specifying where the assault happened, its circumstances or the seriousness of the injuries, Nyasa Times reports.
Journalist wins diamond in draw at Botswana conference dinnerJournalist Joy Chikura won a diamond in a draw held at the dinner for Botswana’s National Business Conference. The evening was sponsored by Debswana and formed part of celebrations for the 60th anniversary of independence, The Voice Botswana reports.The week in Africa
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