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  MZUZU PRISON INMATES CELEBRATE MOTHER’S DAY WITH GENEROUS DONATION  BY ADRIAN SIMANGO Nyika Media Club donated essential items to female inmates at Mzuzu Prison as part of celebrating this year's Mother's Day. The journalists donated     items like sugar, wrappers (Zitenje), writing materials, Sanitary Pads, Soap, Salt and Soya pieces.  This initiative not only highlights the spirit of giving but also emphasizes the resilience of these women as they strive to create better futures for themselves and their families. Reflecting on her journey one of beneficiaries Anne Sungani who is also inmate  at Mzuzu Prison shared her thoughts on Mother's Day, highlighting the lessons she has learned during her time behind bars. “As we celebrate Mother's Day, I reflect on my journey and the lessons learned during my time here. This event reminds me that I am not defined by my past mistakes but by my ability to rise above them for my children and my future...

         FAWEMA Encourages Teachers to Lead the Charge on Sexual Health Education BY Adrian Simango Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWEMA) has urged teachers in Dowa to take an active role in promoting the dissemination of accurate information on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) in their schools. Dowa District Innovations in Health, Rights and Development (iHEARD) Project Officer, Clement Kwaule, made the appeal on the sidelines of an engagement meeting with matrons and patrons from Chinkhwili Zone held at Ndebvu Hope Community Day Secondary School in the district. “We are prioritizing on sharing of accurate SRHR information as it is essential in bridging knowledge gaps among adolescent girls and boys.We want teachers to be vehicles of change by ensuring that SRHR information reaches as many learners as possible.”he said  Patricia Chikumbutso, a matron from Ndebvu Hope Community Day Secondary School, shared her insights on the...

 MALAWIAN BOXER WILSON PHIRI SET FOR INTERNATIONAL SHOWDOWN Malawi's national super middleweight champion, Wilson "The Bronze Boy" Phiri, is poised to take on Tanzanian boxer Richard Mtangi in an international boxing match tomorrow, October 10, 2025, at a venue in Dar-Es-Salaam, Tanzania. Phiri, who holds a record of 6 wins and 1 loss from 7 bouts, is riding high on a recent victory against Simion Tchetha, which secured his national super middleweight title. He will face a stiff challenge from Mtangi, a seasoned boxer with 11 wins, 1 loss, and 1 draw from 13 bouts, and currently ranked 56th worldwide in the super middleweight category. Phiri | Am ready to compete | curtesy of Phiri In a pre-match interview, Phiri expressed confidence in his preparations, thanking Kuhes Sports Complex, Swed General dealers, and AMG global for their support. "I am excited to have this opportunity and know I am meeting a tough boxer," Phiri said. "Mtangi will give me great exp...

Mzilawaingwe  Township fights to improve education .  By Adrian  Simango Mzilawaingwe  village in  Mzuzu  is taking bold steps to promote education  while facing  challenges such as poverty and a lack of awareness about children’s rights to schooling.  Township block leader,  Zao   Falook , said one of the biggest obstacles is that many parents do not understand the importance of education.  “Many parents in the village are unaware of their children’s right to education. Poverty is another challenge, as some parents hesitate to send their children to school without ensuring they have enough to eat,” she said. She commended Mary’s Meals for providing porridge to primary school children, which has helped reduce absentees caused by hunger. Chief  Falook  has called on  Mzuzu  city authorities to close unregistered beer shops, which she said attract students and disrupt their education.  “Creating a sage an...