Rev. Baxton Maulidi, the All Africa Conference of Churches (AACC) Economic Justice & Accountability Champion in Malawi, has strongly criticized the government’s handling of the country’s economic challenges, declaring that Malawi is in crisis due to poor economic management. Rev. Maulidi’s remarks follow a protest today by vendors of second-hand clothes, or kaunjika, who stormed […] The post “Malawi in Crisis; Government Fails to Manage Economy,” Says Rev. Baxton Maulidi appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

President Lazarus Chakwera is set to face Parliament today, but Leader of Opposition Dr. George Chaponda has refused to submit any questions, declaring that the government “has no real answers” to Malawi’s deepening economic and governance crises. Chaponda dismissed the session as a waste of time, arguing that past engagements have yielded nothing but empty […] The post Chakwera Faces Parliament Today as Chaponda Refuses to Send Questions, Says ‘Govt Has No Real Answers’ appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

It is a story that breaks the heart and shakes the soul—a tale of innocent Malawians lured by hope but crushed by cruelty. Ninety-one men, women, and even children—37 of them—enslaved in the heart of Johannesburg, forced to endure unspeakable suffering at the hands of their captors. These were not criminals, nor vagabonds, nor people […] The post A Tale of Tears: The Harrowing Plight of Malawians Trapped in Forced Labour in South Africa appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A civil rights activist has called for urgent electoral reforms to ensure that mayors and municipal chairpersons are elected by the general public rather than by sitting councillors. Currently, Malawi’s Local Government Act of 1998 grants council members the exclusive power to elect mayors and chairpersons—a system that, according to Aloisious Nthenda, Team Leader at […] The post Activist Wants Mayors to be Elected by General Public, Not Just Sitting Councillors appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

[HRW] Constitutional Court Ruling on Identity System Affects Tens of Thousands

[New Zimbabwe] PARLIAMENT has raised concerns over the vehicle pursuits of pirate taxis commonly known as «mushikashika» and commuter omnibuses by the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) officers, which have become a danger to the public.

[GroundUp] Litigation against the vigilante group started a year ago

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is highly likely to visit Moscow on May 9 for the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. This visit holds significance as discussions about the participation of Indian military personnel are underway, amidst ongoing talks between US and Russian officials to end the conflict in Ukraine.

Shashi Tharoor revealed he was named after Lord Shiva's crescent due to his birth on Mahashivratri. He shared this personal detail amidst speculations of tension with Congress leadership, following his recent interactions and dissatisfaction over his role. Tharoor's recent actions, including praise for Kerala's Left government, indicate ongoing friction within the party.

Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar has urged all eligible citizens of India to register as electors and participate in the electoral process. He emphasised that voting is the first step towards national service.

BJP IT cell head Amit Malviya sharply criticised West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee over changes in the holiday schedule announced by Kolkata Municipal Corporation. He accused the TMC government of religious appeasement, alleging that the adjustment is aimed at consolidating Muslim votes while disadvantaging Hindu cultural observances.

A viral video shows a man throwing water on train passengers, who is quickly caught and beaten by a policeman. The incident highlights ongoing unruly behavior in Indian railways, as minor acts like this pose risks to passengers. Social media users praised the officer and called for stricter measures.

[VOA] On Feb. 20, Ivory Coast became the latest African nation to expel French troops, taking control of the last remaining French military base in the country.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi could attend this year’s Victory Day parade in Moscow, sources in New Delhi told TASS Read Full Article at RT.com

US President Donald Trump says Washington could lift sanctions on Russia as part of the Ukraine peace process Read Full Article at RT.com

Türkiye’s membership could save the EU’s aging economy and workforce, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said Read Full Article at RT.com

US Secretary of State Marko Rubio has dismissed the prospect of a nuclear-armed Ukraine Read Full Article at RT.com

The son of Darren Stevenson, a Winnipeg man who was severely injured in a suspected gas explosion at a beachside resort in Hawaii late last week, says it's a miracle his father is even alive.

President Donald Trump voiced his support once again for the rare minerals deal, noting that Ukraine needed to repay the United States for the billions it received in military aid.

Will Smith has been blasted over an 'inappropriate' act with a female singer onstage amid his unusual marriage arrangement with wife Jada Pinkett.

According to Rodion Miroshnik, Kiev believes that in this way it «demonstrates to the West its military potential»

Keith Kellogg criticized former US President Joe Biden's reluctance to negotiate with Russian President Vladimir Putin

Negotiators in Saudi Arabia set up a separate track to run alongside political negotiations that would focus on business deals, Kirill Dmitriev said

The Climate Change Committee said there needed to be around 1.5million heat pump installations a year in existing homes by 2035 - up from just 60,000 in 2023.

The Government has allocated $250 million to complete the renovation of Block 11 at 14-16 Port Royal Street in Kingston, for use as the United Nations House offices. This is contained in the 2025/2026 Estimates of Expenditure, which was tabled...

New York-based non-profit Children of Jamaica Outreach (COJO) Inc is set to recognise eight individuals who have contributed significantly to the mission and vision of the organisation. The honourees will be recognised during COJO’s 30th...

Family, friends and colleagues gathered at the Alfred Sangster Auditorium at the University of Technology (UTech) in St Andrew on Saturday to celebrate the life of the late Dr Alfred Sangster, OJ. He was an educator, scientist and a man of God, who...

The Globeville, Elyria-Swansea and Commerce City communities in metro Denver, Colorado are choked by air pollution from nearby highways, an oil refinery and a Superfund site. While these neighborhoods have long suffered from air pollution, they’re...

Norman Manley International Airport (NMIA) operator PAC Kingston Airport Limited (PACKAL) has announced an open call for the Kingston Airport Roundabout Art Monument Project aimed at transforming the recently renovated roundabout into a cultural...

The Singapore government has warned voters to remain vigilant against potential scams while checking their voter status. On Tuesday (Feb 25), an advisory issued via the gov.sg channel on Telegram addressed claims that scammers are impersonating the Elections Department (ELD) online. It also reminded voters to check their voting status only via official sources such as the ELD voter services page on its official website and the Singpass app. In a message posted on the ELD's social media platforms on Feb 19, the department said that it is aware of a scam warning currently circulating on chat messaging platforms. It also stated that the warning did not come from ELD itself. However, the image used in the message seems to be a screengrab of ELD's voter services webpage - also circulated during the 2023 Presidential Election and in 2024, ELD said.