What are the latest news in Malawi?
Key developments and headlines from Malawi include:
- Public Health and Vaccinations: Health authorities have conducted a nationwide mass vaccination campaign targeting children under the age of 10 with the oral polio vaccine (nOPV2) to curb transmission risks and address coverage gaps. Health Policy Watch———
- Economy and Public Utilities: Financial authorities and banks have introduced stricter customer verification regulations to combat illicit financial flows. Meanwhile, consumers face rising living costs, including proposed sharp increases in water utility tariffs amid erratic supply issues.- www.nyasatimes.com+ 1———
- Aviation Safety Inquiry: Proceedings continue into the fatal aircraft crash involving former Vice President Saulos Chilima, with witnesses and aviation officials detailing tracking gaps and adverse weather conditions at the time of the flight. -www.nyasatimes.com——–
- Governance and Human Rights: The terms of the Malawi Human Rights Commission (MHRC) commissioners concluded, prompting discussions on strengthening institutional funding and the independence of national watchdog bodies.- Nyasa Times———
- Sports: The Malawi women’s national football team reached the final of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), finishing as runners-up after a historic tournament run. -Al Jazeera——–