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Eric Chiputula

Eric Chiputula

Articles by Eric Chiputula

Sanctified Politics: A marketplace of piety and power
Malawi News

Sanctified Politics: A marketplace of piety and power

What unfolded at Masintha was not merely a gospel celebration, but a calculated spectacle where piety met politics — and politics won. Ostensibly organized to launch a gospel album and raise K26 million for a… ...

Kayelekera mine set to reopen in August
Malawi News

Kayelekera mine set to reopen in August

Preparations to restart uranium production at the Kayelekera Mine in Karonga District are nearing completion, with mining operations expected to commence by the end of July or early August, according to government and company officials.… ...

JB’s comeback tied to economic growth, says PP’s Kamange
Malawi News

JB’s comeback tied to economic growth, says PP’s Kamange

People’s Party (PP) Vice President for the Centre, Peter Kamange, has expressed strong confidence in a political comeback for former President Joyce Banda, citing her administration's past economic achievements. Speaking at a political rally held… ...

We didn’t say we would play the tournament undefeated – Mponda
Malawi News

We didn’t say we would play the tournament undefeated – Mponda

FCB Nyasa Big Bullets coach Peter Mponda says today's defeat to Civo Service United is not the last for this year but his full attention is on taking this opportunity. In the match held at… ...

“No One Is Safe”: Namiwa breaks silence after brutal protest assault
Malawi News

“No One Is Safe”: Namiwa breaks silence after brutal protest assault

Two weeks after surviving a violent attack during a protest in Lilongwe, activist Sylvester Namiwa has spoken out, accusing Malawi’s security forces of complicity and warning that the country is descending into lawlessness. Namiwa, Executive… ...

Kabwira alleges Mutharika’s health is failing, invites him to Independence Day
Malawi News

Kabwira alleges Mutharika’s health is failing, invites him to Independence Day

Malawi Congress Party (MCP) spokesperson Jessie Kwabwira has alleged that former President Peter Mutharika is relying on medical injections to maintain his health—a claim suggesting his condition is being concealed for political reasons. Speaking on… ...

“You’re testing our patience” – Bullets fire stern warning
Malawi News

“You’re testing our patience” – Bullets fire stern warning

FCB Nyasa Big Bullets have issued a stern warning following what they describe as persistent harassment and a lack of protection for their players—this after a violent incident during their Super League match against Ekhaya… ...

Waka, Mwalilino earn first Flames senior call-up ahead of independence day friendly
Malawi News

Waka, Mwalilino earn first Flames senior call-up ahead of independence day friendly

Two rising stars, goalkeeper Joshua Waka and striker Blessings Mwalilino, have earned their first-ever senior national team call-ups as Malawi's Flames prepare to face Botswana in a high-profile international friendly match on Sunday, July 6.… ...

DPP told to refrain from politicising protests
Malawi News

DPP told to refrain from politicising protests

A civil society watchdog, the Focused Minds and People Driven Initiative (FMPDI), has accused the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) of allegedly sponsoring protests and activists in an attempt to destabilise the government ahead of Malawi’s… ...

DPP seek international support after violent protest incident
Malawi News

DPP seek international support after violent protest incident

The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) is appealing for international intervention following a violent attack on peaceful protesters in Lilongwe that left several people injured, including a prominent protest leader. The DPP alleges that the assault… ...