The US Central Command says that over 100 land and sea-based aircraft will also be used Read more
Purshotam Dhillon, a long-serving magistrate in west London, has admitted being a heroin addict but denied he was part of a drugs supply gang.
US President Donald Trump has called Iran’s counterproposal for ending the conflict unacceptable Read Full Article at RT.com
At least 18 dead in Kenya floods and landslides as extreme rains persist Read Full Article at RT.com
Wholesale and retail traders across key commercial centres in Malawi remained closed on Monday, extending a silent but powerful resistance against the Malawi Revenue Authority’s (MRA) new Electronic Invoicing System (EIS), a development that has left thousands of customers stranded and daily commerce severely disrupted. A spot check in Lilongwe revealed that most shops in […] The post Shops Remain Closed in Lilongwe and Blantyre as Traders Resist New Electronic Invoicing System, Leaving Economy Under Strain appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
The United Democratic Front (UDF) has declared confidence that it is ready to win the upcoming by-elections scheduled for June 30 in Mikoko Constituency and Kanjuli Ward in Machinga District, in what is expected to be a closely watched political contest. UDF Secretary General, Generalino Lemani, says the party has already completed key internal processes […] The post UDF Says It Is Ready for Victory in June 30 By-Elections in Mikoko and Kanjuli Ward, Machinga appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
This month I'm celebrating a very special anniversary, marking a milestone I never thought I'd reach.
Britain might be in the doldrums, but people from around the world still flock to these shores - around 45million a year, in fact. The trouble is that most of them end up in the same places.
The first impact came two weeks in. After a year of suffering from painful acid reflux in the mornings, it just disappeared.
Kate and Gerry, accompanied by their twins, were warmly welcomed by supporters and well wishers for the informal outdoor gathering in their home village of Rothley, Leicestershire.
AFRICOM and the Moroccan Army have launched search and rescue operations after two US soldiers went missing during an African Lion drill Read Full Article at RT.com
The West is erecting a new Iron Curtain against Russia, cutting centuries of cultural and economic ties, a senior diplomat has said Read Full Article at RT.com
The US Office of Foreign Assets Control has warned that companies paying Iran for passage through the Strait of Hormuz could face sanctions Read Full Article at RT.com
We take a closer look at the 16 World Cup stadiums for this year's tournament.
Ontario's highest court has ruled a part-time dog walker who was bitten on the job cannot sue her clients for damages because, under provincial law, she's considered to have been the «owner» of the animal at the time.
A Nova Scotia mother says following her 10-year-old daughter’s death, Air Canada failed to refund one of the flights for a trip she'd planned for them, leaving her to chase down answers for months during an already devastating time. Experts say the experience highlights a deeper problem — one where customers are left without clear answers or accountability during their most vulnerable moments.
An investigation into an Ottawa police sergeant who died in March is raising questions about what information the force had when sexual misconduct allegations made by college students surfaced four years ago and resurfaced three years ago — and about why the criminal investigation only began this year.
More than 30 needy students from various secondary schools across Malawi have received educational support, including upkeep items such as soap, notebooks, pens, lotion, and other learning materials. The initiative is being implemented by Sunhawk Energy International (SEI) in partnership with the Centre for Concerned Youth in Development (CECOYD), We Are One, and Child Legacy […] The post Msundwe Fired Up as Needy Students Receive Education Support appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
Chiefs, civil society activists, and residents of Karonga District have commended the new District Commissioner, Willard Mwambo, for what they describe as his strong and visible commitment to improving service delivery and restoring public infrastructure in the district. Karonga, which has in the past been associated with incidents of unrest and deteriorating infrastructure, is now […] The post Karonga Community Hails DC Mwambo’s Commitment to “Make the District Great Again” appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
[DW] The virus usually spreads by contact with the urine or feces of infected rodents like rats and mice. It can cause a severe and sometimes deadly lung infection.
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Luke Perret, 31, has been told he has just nine months to knock down the property he spent three years building.
Singapore and New Zealand inked the world's first legally-binding bilateral supply chain resilience agreement on Monday (May 4) — with the two countries committing to continue trading essential products, including food, fuel, healthcare and chemical products — even during times of crisis.The Singapore-New Zealand Agreement on Trade in Essential Supplies (AOTES) was signed by Minister-in-charge of Energy, Science and Technology Dr Tan See Leng and his New Zealand counterpart Todd McClay, at the annual leaders' meeting.«Under the agreement, Singapore and New Zealand commit not to impose unnecessary export restrictions on agreed essential supplies, including, food, fuel, healthcare and chemical products,» Singapore's Ministry of Trade and Industry said in a statement.It added that the agreement will also provide a framework for both countries to facilitate the movement of goods, share information and engage in consultations before or during supply chain disruptions, thereby providing businesses and consumers on both sides with greater confidence and stability during supply chain disruptions.
About 2,590 people were caught with vaporisers in the first three months of 2026 and penalised by health authorities.Of them, 377 were in possession of etomidate-laced vapes, also known as Kpods, said the Ministry of Health (MOH) and the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) on Monday (May 4).Over the same timeframe, 256 people were ordered to attend rehabilitation programmes — which is mandatory for first-time Kpod offenders and repeat regular vape offenders.A total of 520 vape users have enrolled in rehab since stricter anti-vape penalties kicked in last September, and 123 of them have successfully completed rehab. A 12-year-old girl, who was caught vaping for the second time in October 2025, completed rehab in January 2026.«Her parents reported significant behavioural improvements, better school attendance and improved academic performance,» said MOH and HSA.Meanwhile, 28 offenders who failed to attend compulsory rehab were taken to court, while another 42 defaulters are being investigated.
If you are told by a «government official' that you are under investigation for criminal activities, and asked to make cash deposits or transfers for »safekeeping«, or to prove your innocence — stop and tell someone, or you could be the next victim of scam.Since April 2026, there have been at least 68 such cases reported, with losses totalling at least $5.4million.Scam variants involving victims meeting unknown persons to hand over cash or valuables have been widely reported this year, but it seems that scammers are evolving their techniques to catch victims off-guard.In this variant, victims are similarly told that they are being investigated for criminal activities arising from a handset they did not purchase, a telecommunications contract they did not sign up for, or unauthorised bank transactions.They are then instructed to perform cash transfers or deposits via an automated teller machine (ATM) into a »safe account«. In some cases, victims were asked to physically hand over their bank cards and PIN to those pretending to be an »officer« or »inspector".
The president left unclear what measures the U.S. would take and whether any forces would be at risk. Iran said it would strike any foreign force approaching the strait.
Malawi’s economy is coming under serious pressure as global aid is being cut, putting the country in a difficult financial position. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says these aid cuts are exposing long-standing weaknesses in how Malawi manages its economy. In simple terms, Malawi has for many years depended heavily on donor support to fund […] The post Aid Cuts Hit Malawi Hard: IMF Warns of Rising Debt Pressure and Urgent Need for Reforms appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
The Malawi Enterprise Development Fund (MEDF) has recovered K8 billion from a massive K240 billion loan book in just two months—but the figures expose a much deeper problem: over K232 billion remains unpaid, and the fund is now turning to legal enforcement and asset seizures to recover the rest. The recovery followed a 60-day ultimatum […] The post MEDF Recovers K8bn Out of K240bn: Inside the Weak Recovery, K232bn Still Unpaid and the Legal Fight Ahead appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
The Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) has maintained its main interest rate at 24 percent, meaning borrowing costs will not rise for now, but at the same time it has taken steps to limit how much banks can lend in a move aimed at controlling inflation and stabilising the economy. The decision, made by the […] The post RBM Keeps Interest Rate at 24% While Tightening Bank Lending to Control Inflation and Stabilise the Economy appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
A fierce confrontation is unfolding between Malawi’s business community and the Human Rights Consultative Committee (HRCC), after traders flatly rejected claims that dialogue over the controversial Electronic Invoicing System (EIS) had made progress—accusing authorities of misrepresentation, bad faith, and sidelining real negotiations. In a strongly worded response, multiple business associations say they were never in […] The post Traders Defy HRCC, Accuse Government of “Breach of Trust” as Nationwide Business Shutdown Proceeds appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
What was once presented as “dialogue” between the government and the business community has now collapsed into open confrontation, exposing a deep crisis of trust that threatens to bring parts of Malawi’s economy to a standstill. As the May 4 deadline arrives, the Human Rights Consultative Committee (HRCC) and organised traders are locked in a […] The post ANALYSIS | Trust on the Brink: Malawi’s Business-Govt Fallout Over EIS Sparks Shutdown Threat as Dialogue Collapses into Crisis appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.
The president declared that the initiative is called 'Project Freedom' and aims to help the 'neutral and innocent bystanders' that have been caught up in the suffocating blockage on the Iranian waterway.
A common political misrepresentation is to describe those plotting to take over from Sir Keir Starmer as being of the 'soft Left'.
The World Health Organisation confirmed six suspected cases of hantavirus infection on the MV Hondius, travelling from Ushuaia in Argentina to Cape Verde in Africa.
Olivia Wilde has reacted to a viral red carpet video that depicted her with wide eyes and a gaunt face, prompting trolls to compare her to Gollum from Lord of the Rings.
