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Malawi24
Malawi24Sep 7, 2026
Govt warns against creation of kingdoms in Malawi
Government has warned individuals and groups against creating or recognising kingdoms and kingships in the country, saying such arrangements have no basis in Malawian law.The warning has come from the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development following what government describes as ongoing public discussions, petitions and press statements on the purported establishment or recognition...
Ministry of Local Government and Rural DevelopmentNational
Malawi24
Malawi24Aug 22, 2026
Councils told to ensure transparency in K54bn road funds
As high hopes rise for improved road infrastructure across the country following the disbursement of K54 billion to local councils by the Roads Fund Administration (RFA), calls for transparency and accountability in the use of the funds have emerged.The development comes at a time when many roads across the country are in a dilapidated state,...
District CouncilsMalawi roads
Malawi24
Malawi24Aug 17, 2026
Nkhata-Bay town to expand towards Mkondezi
Nkhata-Bay District Council says it plans to expand Nkhata-Bay Town towards Mkondezi as part of efforts to ease congestion, improve urban planning and replace unplanned structures with modern and organised development. Nkhata-Bay District Chairperson Hannock Kachingwe told Malawi24 that the proposed expansion would create space for a well-planned urban area capable of accommodating the district’s...
Ministry of Local Government and Rural DevelopmentNkhata-Bay District
Malawi24
Malawi24Aug 17, 2026
Zomba City South MP questions K1b Likangala Bridge rehabilitation cost
Zomba City South Member of Parliament James Mpunga has rejected a proposed K1 billion budget for the rehabilitation of the damaged Likangala River Bridge at Mpondabwino, arguing that the amount is unjustifiable given that the entire bridge was constructed for about K300 million in 2021. Speaking during a political rally in Sadzi, Zomba City, Mpunga...
James MpungaMinistry of Local Government and Rural Development
Malawi24
Malawi24Jul 28, 2026
Phiri dismisses CDF, MEDF delays
Local Government Minister Ben Phiri has dismissed reports that understaffed councils are delaying the implementation of Constituency Development Fund (CDF) projects and the processing of Malawi Enterprise Development Fund (MEDF) loans.Phiri told Parliament on Tuesday that councils have procurement and project implementation plans in place and that the processes are progressing smoothly.His response follows concerns...
Ben PhiriCDF
Malawi24
Malawi24Jul 27, 2026
Elderly witchcraft attacks worry government
The government has appealed to traditional and religious leaders to take a leading role in stopping the growing violence against elderly people accused of practising witchcraft, warning that the attacks are destroying lives and weakening community peace.Minister of Local Government and Rural Development Ben Phiri said the killings, assaults and forced displacement of elderly people...
Elder Personselderly
Malawi24
Malawi24Jul 22, 2026
Govt insists CDF money is available
The Malawi government has moved to defend its Constituency Development Fund (CDF) implementation plans amid growing doubts over whether it has enough resources to support the programme.The Democratic Progressive Part (DPP) government has faced criticism over its promise to provide K5 billion CDF funding to each constituency, with some critics questioning whether the pledge is...
Ben PhiriCDF
Malawi24
Malawi24Jul 18, 2026
Government explains CDF delays
The government has moved to reassure communities concerned about slow progress on some Constituency Development Fund (CDF) projects, saying the delays should not be mistaken for a lack of funding.The Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development says the slower implementation of some CDF projects is mainly due to new planning and approval requirements introduced...
Ben PhiriCDF

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