Minister of Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Chimwemwe Chipungu, on Tuesday commissioned the construction of the Ntchisi Land Registry offices at a function held at the District Headquarters, with support from the World Bank. The project, valued at approximately K965 million—nearly K1 billion—is expected to be completed by 2027. Speaking during the ceremony, Chipungu stressed […] The post Minister Chipungu Commissions K1 Billion Ntchisi Land Registry Project appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

There is a wave of excitement across Malawi’s sporting community following the decision by FDH Bank plc to resume its sports sponsorships after weeks of uncertainty. The Bank announced on Monday that it has lifted the temporary suspension of its sponsorship deals after engaging the Super League of Malawi (SULOM) and other key stakeholders, a […] The post Excitement as FDH Bank Resumes Sports Sponsorships After Breakthrough Talks appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

FDH Bank plc has expressed pride over its overall victory at this year’s Bankers Sports Day, held at Silver Stadium in Lilongwe, following a strong all-round performance across both team and individual disciplines. The Bank dominated in several categories, securing first place in both the women’s and men’s tug of war. FDH Bank plc also […] The post FDH Bank dominates Bankers’ Sports Day appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Health authorities and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Ntchisi district have intensified calls for more partners to support the training and expansion of Mother Care Groups (MCGs), describing the initiative as critical to sustaining gains under the Strengthening Immunization Project being implemented by the Malawi Health Equity Network (MHEN). Since its inception, the project has […] The post Health Authorities, CSOs in Ntchisi Rally for More Partners to Expand Mother Care Groups appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The leader of South Africa’s National Coloured Congress has been arrested over fraud and obstruction charges Read Full Article at RT.com

Israel says its strikes on Lebanon target Hezbollah, but attacks on cities and infrastructure point to a broader strategy of pressure Read Full Article at RT.com

President Donald Trump was not pulled into Iran war by Israel, but acted on ‘America First’ policy, War Secretary Pete Hegseth has claimed Read Full Article at RT.com

Five women who were arrested and charged nine years ago in connection with a multimillion-dollar fraud, which the authorities said was uncovered at Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ), were exonerated yesterday, ending a case plagued by nearly three dozen adjournments and an abandoned trial.

The Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) has strongly criticised traders who have closed their shops in protest against the Electronic Invoicing System (EIS), a new tax collection system that has replaced the Electronic Fiscal Devices (EFD). Speaking during a press briefing in Blantyre, MRA Commissioner General Felix Tambulasi said it is surprising that traders are resisting […] The post MRA blasts traders over shop closures, says EIS is not negotiable appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A police chase ended in carnage when a fleeing driver smashed into parked cars on a quiet residential street.

The Conservative Party leader spoke out against rising anti-Semitism after she was confronted by a woman trying to play down the issue ahead of the local elections in Essex.

Zack Polanski's personal ratings have tumbled 14 points over the past week, leaving him with a net score of minus 27.

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A Victory Day concert will take place in Vienna on May 9, the Russian Embassy in Austria has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The West has cracked down on RT not because of alleged “disinformation” but to suppress dissenting voices, Dmitry Leontiev has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Physical oil shortages could emerge globally within weeks due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, Chevron CEO Mike Wirth has warned Read Full Article at RT.com

The UK is considering joining an EU scheme providing €90 billion to Ukraine to gain access to lucrative military contracts Read Full Article at RT.com

Indian PM Narendra Modi has condemned the attack on UAE’s petroleum industrial site Read Full Article at RT.com

Depth measurements were carried out in Landeyjahöfn harbor last night. Considerable dredging is still needed before it will be possible to sail there except under ideal conditions at high tide.

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[Capital FM] The Kenyan rugby fraternity is in mourning following the passing of Felix 'Ade' Oloo Otieno, a hero whose influence reshaped the landscape of women's rugby in the country.

[Capital FM] A Nairobi-based advocate has moved to court seeking urgent intervention to stop a parliamentary process that could review and potentially alter the retirement benefits of former President Uhuru Kenyatta.

Mamata Banerjee, calling herself a 'free bird,' refuses to resign, alleging vote looting by BJP and EC. Raghav Chadha met President Murmu, claiming he's the AAP-led Punjab government's next target for switching parties. The US sank Iranian boats in the Strait of Hormuz amid UAE attacks. Kejriwal accused BJP of 'murdering democracy' after poll wins.

TVK chief Vijay will be sworn in as Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister on May 7, securing 108 seats. Despite falling short of a majority, the party plans to seek support from smaller allies to form the government. Vijay has received congratulations from Rahul Gandhi and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressing commitment to public welfare and state progress.

The PM Modi-chaired Cabinet meeting approved the proposal for introducing The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026 in Parliament to amend The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Act, 1956 for increasing the number. The Constitution leaves the size of the Supreme Court open-ended. Article 124(1) provides for a Chief Justice of India and permits Parliament to determine the number of other judges through legislation.

Le présent projet de décret, pris en application des dispositions de l'article 95 de la Constitution, réglemente le port de la tenue africaine au sein de l'administration publique. Il institue, pour l'ensemble des agents publics, le port obligatoire d'une tenue africaine chaque vendredi au sein des administrations publiques. Pour les agents de sexe masculin, sont admis : le pantalon et la chemise en pagne, portés sans cravate avec des chaussures fermées ; le deux-pièces taillé dans un (...) - ARTS & CULTURE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

[Capital FM] Dar es Salaam, Tanzania -- President William Ruto and his Tanzanian counterpart Samia Suluhu have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening regional integration by directing the removal of all non-tariff barriers to trade between their countries by the end of May 2026.

[SAnews.gov.za] Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has urged all South Africans to exercise heightened caution following severe weather warnings issued by the South African Weather Service (SAWS).

A Bangladesh national was sentenced to 12 months' jail on Tuesday (May 5) for employing a fellow countryman who had overstayed in Singapore.Jahangir Mohammed, a work pass holder, had failed to duly verify the immigration status of Talukdar Md Pabel, before hiring him, the Immigrations and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) said on Tuesday.Pabel, 26, had been in Singapore on a special pass, which expired on Jan 18, 2021. Three months later, he was arrested by ICA for overstaying.Investigations found that he had approached Jahangir for a job, and worked for his company Maa Trading as a rice packer from November to December 2020.In January 2021, Pabel was re-employed as a rice packer by Jahangir at Maa Trading, and also worked as a shop assistant at a minimart operated by Maa Trading until he was arrested on April 20.While investigations were ongoing, Jahangir had coached other employees at Maa Trading to give false statements to ICA officers.Pabel was given one month's imprisonment and three strokes of the cane. He has served his sentence and since been deported and barred from re-entering Singapore.

A Singaporean man allegedly linked to an organised crime group in Cambodia that scammed Singaporeans will be charged in court on Wednesday (May 5).Ngiam Siow Jui, 30, is purportedly in the initial list of 27 Singaporeans and seven Malaysians wanted by the Singapore Police Force (SPF) over their alleged involvement with the group.Police said on Tuesday that Ngiam was arrested by the Cambodian National Police (CNP) in Phnom Penh. He was repatriated to Singapore and arrested on his arrival on Monday.Ngiam will be charged with the offence of facilitating the commission of a serious offence, in furtherance of the illegal purpose of a locally-linked organised crime group.If found guilty, he could be jailed for up to five years, fined up to $100,000, or both.The 34 people's identities were uncovered through investigations and evidence gathering in Cambodia, after a joint operation with the CNP in Phnom Penh on Sept 9, 2025. 

The police received about 1,300 reports of missing persons annually between 2021 and 2025, with the majority of vulnerable missing persons found within the day, said Minister for Home Affairs K Shanmugam.Shanmugam, who is also Coordinating Minister for National Security, was responding to a parliamentary question by MP Fadli Fawzi (Aljunied GRC), who asked how many missing persons have been reported since 2021 and the number of such persons who were found within a month.He also asked if the Government had assessed the feasibility of using the new SG Alert system to send location-based notification of missing persons to mobile phone users in the vicinity of where they were last seen.In his written reply, Shanmugam said the police do not track the time taken to locate a missing person as this can vary significantly from case to case.He added that the police will accord priority to vulnerable missing persons, including young children, elderly persons and persons with intellectual disabilities.