Finding love in hopeless places
theory that drunkards genuinely love and look out for each other at bars. This is in comparison to Christians who, apparently, are in sharp contrast to the drunkards. They are deemed to be meaner; a...
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Tisungane thompson: founder of akhada baskets
In an era where young graduates from tertiary institutions are struggling to secure employment, Tisungane Thompson is among the few creating job opportunities to many for a better life. The young woman...
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Musician fighting gender-based violence
Gender based-violence (GBV) has been a serious concern and it mostly affects women across societies. It also takes many forms, affecting people in various ways. The story of musician Nyago is...
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Barbra Mchenga Tsiga
Barbra Mchenga Tsiga, 40, was recently promoted to the rank of commissioner in the Malawi Police Service (MPS), making her the youngest commissioner within the service. “This achievement was both...
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Protecting pimps for survival
A visit to a brothel in Ndirande Township on Wednesday revealed a level of control by a pimp over prostituted women. During interviews, the women refused to admit they were being exploited by the...
View ArticleTurning rejections into stepping stones
Dear Reader Young people sometimes take college rejection as a judgment on themselves— not just on their academic abilities but on who they are as a person. While getting depressed from not getting a...
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Tamika Kampini Mkumba
To everyone who has just missed a slot in the public university system, young woman Tamika Kampini Mkumba says: “don’t let this setback define your future. It’s natural to feel disappointed, but...
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Mary William Brown
Mary William Brown, 45, a community health worker for Partners in Health/ Abwenzi Pa Za Umoyo has been recognised by Women in Global Health (WGH) for her extraordinary contribution towards safe...
View ArticleThe bright side of black tax
Dear Reader, As journalists, we are exposed to things and people from all walks of life in our coverage of various news. There is a lot we learn from those we encounter on a daily basis; although we...
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Milca Mwamadi: Advocating for welfare of mothers in child birth
They say nothing is wasted—and tragedies can be an instrument to serve others going through what one went through. This was the case with Milca Kapezi Mwamadi who is now in community involvement,...
View ArticleToo many sacrifices lead to entitlement
Parents sacrificing for their children is part of parenthood and it is not unusual. I know parents who have sacrificed properties, education, money and their careers just to fend for their children...
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Deborah Banda: founder of women and youth empowerment centre
If you met Deborah Banda in 2005, she was just a regular woman working as a house maid for a certain family in Nyambadwe, Blantyre, for survival. Through her dedication and passion to do better in...
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Feggie Mwale: Headteacher for Ngumbe CDSS
Growing up, Feggie Mphasi Mwale desired to be a lawyer and represent others on legal matters. But once she stepped foot in front of a class to teach back in 2000, Feggie realised she was born a...
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Lorraine Kljajic: Founder of Lush Africa Foundation
There are some people who need no introductions because of how they package themselves. One of those extraordinary minds is Lorraine Kljajic who can easily tell you her mind through her sense of...
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Vanessa Gogodus: The Malawian cuisine vlogger, promoter
Food content creator, Vanessa Gogodus, 30, is doing everything in her power to put Malawian cuisine and food imagery on the world-wide web. She does this through her brand— the Malawi Food Network....
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Theresa Mkandawire: The first female civil engineering professor
Growing up, Theresa Mkandawire faced challenges related to societal expectations and gender biases. It wasn’t common then for women to pursue a career in Science, Technology, Engineering and...
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Natasha Khulunga:Co-founder of Ketava Private School
After the tragic death of her mother, Natasha Njobvu Khulunga faced difficulties as she assumed the role of breadwinner for her family at just 16 years. It was not an easy task, but she had to grow up...
View ArticleYour workmate is not your bae
Staying long hours with somebody in one place can lead to familiarity. This familiarity can lead to love interests, nicknaming and demolition of boundaries. And broken boundaries may lead to unguarded...
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Lauryn sulani: founded down syndrome, sickle cell and autism centre
Life has a way of pointing people towards their destinies. This is what happened to Lauryn Sulani, a nurse and founder of the Centre for Down syndrome, Sickle Cell and Autism (Cedossa). It was founded...
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Annie phiri: founded langa investments
It is not every day that you find women soaring in business and creating jobs for others. But 37-year-old Annie Kachepa-Phiri has defied the odds to become a successful businesswoman, employing over...
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