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Teachers must read widely

October 5 is the World Teachers’ Day, a day to celebrate the significant roles teachers play in a society. Teachers…

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Budget needs some sugar

M inister of Finance, Economic Planning and Development Joseph Mwanamvekha presented the K1.7 Trillion budget to Parliament last month. From…

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Trust local products

W hen it comes to buying local brands, most consumers complain of low standards. However, the widespread belief that local…

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Steps towards one health

Climate change, rapid population growth and globalisation increase the risk of infectious disease, particularly those fuelled by human being interaction…

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Mental health saves lives

He patiently waited for the day he would break free. He reasoned a great deal and all thoughts pointed towards…

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On K1.6bn stadia pledge

T ongues are wagging about President Peter Mutharika’s eagerness to construct stadia for Nyasa Big Bullets and Be Forward Wanderers.…

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Misplaced priorities

In this part of Africa, government hospitals are supposed to have all necessary equipment and supplies as compared to private…

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Trade unions also matter in pensions

Last month, the Reserve Bank of Malawi Governor Dalitso Kabambe, acting in his capacity as the registrar of financial institutions,…

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On albinism awareness

T he International Albinism Awareness Day (IAAD), commemorated annually on June 13, is always an occasion for mixed emotions. Ranging…

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Managing resignations

On August 29, Silver Strikers Football Club hired Abbas Makawa, who resigned from Masters Security, to replace Peter Mgangira and…

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