Survivor’s defiler lives metres away from her
The man who defiled Jessie 12 years ago lives only metres away from her, but both are unaware. Their paths initially crossed when he, identified as Niga then, abducted and locked her in his house...
View ArticleCourageous Musasa: Founded Courageous Kids Foundation
In the busy streets of Blantyre where the daily struggle for survival is a harsh reality for street children, one woman stands out as a ray of hope. Driven by her unwavering desire to transform the...
View ArticleWhose homework?
I remember when one of my sons was still in primary school. Parents then protested to the school about the piles of homework their children and wards were getting, mine inclusive. The argument was...
View ArticleEsther bonyonga: founded ladies in tertiary education
When Esther Bonyonga sees a young woman, she sees potential, strength and the future of our society. To people who have worked or interacted with her, she is a beacon of hope to many young women in...
View ArticleMake that house a home for all
For most men, staying at home the whole day, especially on weekends or holidays, proves difficult. There seems to be a breakdown of expectations or communication with their spouses and family. They...
View ArticleMirriam Munthali: all shades of beautiful competition winner
Each morning, designer Mirriam Munthali rises to challenge herself with innovative designs at Bangwe Weaving Factory in Blantyre. The weaving factory, a commercial arm of the Malawi Council for...
View ArticleHonouring flora selemani: died in a plane crash with eight others
Major Flora Selemani- Ngwilinji (may her soul rest in eternal piece), followed her heart to be the person she always dreamed of. She was a typical example of someone determined to succeed in a male...
View ArticleDo you splash money to ‘ma hopu’
I have heard about men who decry a betrayal from a woman they like. Their grievances are basically about women who have ‘eaten’ their money and disappear when a supposed meeting draws close. Many have...
View ArticleJourney of faith through Braille
The sun rises to illuminate smiling farmers taking their tobacco on ox-carts to Chinkhoma Auction Floors in Kasungu District. Yet, for some people, a different kind of light—one of spiritual...
View ArticleKoma azimayi aise; This creature called woman
The phrase koma azimayi aise makes rounds all the time. The connotation is that women are trouble shooters—systems beyond redemption. They are blamed for prolonging arguments, harbouring grudges,...
View ArticleEsther sagawa: the youth leader who became mayor
The book of Proverbs in the Bible says a generous person will prosper. Whoever refreshes others will be refreshed. That is how the story of newly-elected Lilongwe City Mayor Esther Sagawa can be...
View ArticleLinly Nkhalamba: Founder of Blossom Effect
Growing up, Linly Nkhalamba always felt that God wanted her to be a woman who sought Him to lead a life of purpose and impactful beyond her education and career. However, that vision did not align with...
View ArticleFlora Chunga: Leads at hospitality connect consulting services
Flora Chunga, founder and executive director of Hospitality Connect Consulting Services (HCCS), leverages her firm to mentor and empower women and girls in the hospitality industry, helping them gain...
View ArticleGirls’ projects highlight potential for Malawi2063
The Malawi University of Science and Technology (Must) has highlighted potential for Malawi to address its challenges using locally available resources. Must Vi ce-Chancel l o r Professor Address...
View ArticleNancy Nkhoma: Founded Melaka Cleaning Manufacturing Company’s
Nancy Nkhoma’s desire for a clean environment has seen her venture into an eco-friendly cleaning company. She established Melaka Cleaning Manufacturing Company to revolutionise cleaning solutions by...
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