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Burnett Munthali

Burnett Munthali

Articles by Burnett Munthali

Chakwera vows to maintain the value of the Malawi Kwacha amid economic challenges
Malawi News

Chakwera vows to maintain the value of the Malawi Kwacha amid economic challenges

President Lazarus Chakwera has assured the nation that his government is committed to stabilizing and maintaining the value of the Malawi Kwacha, despite ongoing economic challenges.  Speaking in a recent address to the nation, Chakwera… ...

PAC to address plane crash investigation findings after holidays
Malawi News

PAC to address plane crash investigation findings after holidays

The Public Affairs Committee (PAC) has announced that it will state the contentious findings of the recent plane crash investigation once the festive season concludes. The report, commissioned by President Lazarus Chakwera, ruled out foul… ...

Mozambique in turmoil: Protests erupt over Frelimo’s disputed election victory
Malawi News

Mozambique in turmoil: Protests erupt over Frelimo’s disputed election victory

At least 21 people, including two police officers, have been killed in Mozambique following widespread unrest triggered by the confirmation of the governing Frelimo party's victory in the disputed October 9 elections. Interior Minister Pascoal… ...

Does it start with selling maize or buying fertilizer? Chakwera cannot help us
Malawi News

Does it start with selling maize or buying fertilizer? Chakwera cannot help us

Malawi, a nation built on agriculture, continues to struggle with food insecurity despite being branded as the "Warm Heart of Africa."  The debate on whether food security begins with selling maize or buying fertilizer has… ...

The parliamentary system in Malawi
Malawi News

The parliamentary system in Malawi

Malawi, therefore, has a unicameral legislature in practice. The National Assembly has 193 members of Parliament (MPs) who are directly elected in single-member constituencies using the simple majority (or first-past-the-post) system and serve five-year terms.… ...

MEC registers 2.5 million during phase 3 of voter registration
Malawi News

MEC registers 2.5 million during phase 3 of voter registration

The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has announced that 2,515,315 individuals were successfully registered during Phase 3 of the ongoing voter registration exercise. This development reflects a steady turnout ahead of the 2025 General Elections, as… ...

Who names cyclones? A case of Cyclone Chido 
Malawi News

Who names cyclones? A case of Cyclone Chido 

Cyclones, or tropical storms, are some of the most powerful natural phenomena, capable of causing widespread destruction. However, while their devastating impacts often dominate the headlines, one aspect of these storms that frequently goes unnoticed… ...

Commission of Inquiry Report: Chilima’s change of plans for Kasambara’s funeral. Trip to Bahamas
Malawi News

Commission of Inquiry Report: Chilima’s change of plans for Kasambara’s funeral. Trip to Bahamas

The Commission of Inquiry investigating the tragic plane crash that claimed the lives of former Vice President Saulos Chilima and eight others has provided detailed testimony about the plans leading up to the ill-fated flight. … ...

Commission of Inquiry Report: Questions raised about government’s role in Kasambara’s funeral arrangements
Malawi News

Commission of Inquiry Report: Questions raised about government’s role in Kasambara’s funeral arrangements

The ongoing Commission of Inquiry investigating the plane crash that tragically claimed the lives of former Vice President Saulos Chilima and eight others has brought to light a letter from the Secretary to the President… ...

Cyclone Chido reaches the Mozambique Channel: A journey of 1,100 kilometres from Malawi
Malawi News

Cyclone Chido reaches the Mozambique Channel: A journey of 1,100 kilometres from Malawi

Cyclone Chido, which has been making headlines in recent days, has now entered the Mozambique Channel, a significant milestone in its path across the Indian Ocean.  The storm has travelled an impressive 1,100 kilometres from… ...