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WAFCON 2026 Individual Award Winners
After the conclusion of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, the individual awards have been announced, recognising standout performers throughout the tournament
Malawi
Global Affairs
More than 53,000 foreigners deported in migration campaign - South African gov't
South Africa is carrying out one of its biggest crackdowns on undocumented migrants in years, following weeks of anti-immigration protests that have seen violence, intimidation and looting.
Africa
Malawi repatriates 150 citizens from South Africa over Xenophobia fears
According to a statement from authorities in Lilongwe, the Malawians were "among a number of foreign nationals" who had "sought refuge in temporary camps" in Mossel Bay following the tensions.
Global Affairs
Nine flee after charcoal found hidden in funeral hearse in Malawi
Forestry officers stopped the vehicle at a checkpoint in Chikwawa district, roughly 40 kilometres south of Blantyre, after receiving a tip-off.
Global Affairs
Malawi hikes fuel prices by over 40% as regulator drops fixed pricing
Under the new adjustment, diesel prices have climbed by 41.3 percent while petrol has risen by 41.9 percent. Since October, when Mutharika took office, fuel costs have increased sharply, with petrol up by 95 pe...
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Malawi's President Chakwera concedes defeat
Official results released so far show ex-president Peter Mutharika, Chakwera's predecessor, has built a commanding lead in the September 16 election.
Global Affairs
Malawi police arrest eight for alleged election fraud
Inspector General Merlyne Yolamu said the suspects, who were working as data entry clerks, had been trying to manipulate the figures.
Global Affairs
Malawi set for high-stakes election as Chakwera and Mutharika clash again
The vote comes after years of economic hardship, devastating natural disasters, and the sudden death of the nation’s vice-president, leaving the political environment charged with uncertainty.
Global Affairs
US demands up to Sh1.9 million visa bond on Zambian, Malawian travelers
The Trump administration has aggressively clamped down on immigration and continues to tighten requirements for securing US visas
Global Affairs
Former Malawi presidents launch 2025 comeback bids amid economic woes
The 2025 presidential race is already shaping up to be one of the most competitive in the country’s history
Global Affairs
Tanzania lifts ban, resumes agricultural imports from South Africa, Malawi
Tanzania on Wednesday imposed a ban on all agricultural imports from Malawi and South Africa.
Global Affairs
Tanzania set to ban imports from Malawi and South Africa
The banned products include flour, rice, ginger, bananas, and maize — a development that has dealt a significant blow to Tanzanian exporters.