News In Central Region (1297)
Girl, 4, Defiled and Killed in Ntcheu
Unknown people have defiled and killed a four-year-old-girl, Tadala Khobidi, at Ntonda, Traditional Authority Phambala (T/A) in Ntcheu.
Malawi Tourism Council to Hold Inaugural Tourism Industry Awards of Excellence
For the first time in Malawi, the Malawi Tourism Council is set to recognise individuals, places and agencies that strive to bring change in travel tourism, hospitality, aviation and related industries.
Inspectors Training Instrumental in Attainment of Decent Work for All
The Ministry of Labour has called on labour inspectors to demonstrate commitment towards improving the Labour Administration System through the knowledge and skills acquired in trainings they undergo.
Odwala Akufunika Chakudya Chabwino - Chiponda
Unduna wa zaumoyo wapempha nthambi za boma zomwe zikuchita ulimi pansi pa ndondomeko ya minda ikuluikulu ya ulimi wa bizinesi kuti zizidzipereka zina mwa zokolola zawo ku zipatala za boma kuti odwala adzidya chakudya chabwino ndi chopatsa nthanzi.
Chiwanda Family Demands Compensation
The family of a 10-year-old girl, Ellen Chawanda, who was killed by a security dog at Crossroads complex in Lilongwe has written a letter demanding compensation from the security company and owners of the premises where the incident occurred.
Push for Release of MSCE Results
An educationist Wesley Mwambakulu has asked authorities to release the 2023 Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) examination results, following the commencement of this year’s academic calendar.
Mwambakulu told Zodiak Online Tuesday, that the delay is likely to inconvenience some students who may want to re-take the national examinations.
“Timely release of the results is crucial, in preparing both the students and parents for the new academic calendar,” he said.
But, Ministry of education Spokesperson Mphatso Nkuonera is asking for patience, saying processes are underway.
“The public will be notified once all the processes are finalized,” he said.
Malawi National Examinations Board (MANEB) administered the Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) national examinations from 27 June to 21 July 2023.
Court Rejects The Bushiris' Application to Dismiss Extradition Case
The Lilongwe Chief Resident Magistrate’s Court Monday rejected an application by Prophet Shepherd Bushiri and his wife Mary to dismiss entirely their extradition request by South Africa, and described it as premature and without evidence.
The Bushiris through their lawyer Wapona Kita moved the court to dismiss the extradition case, accusing the South African government of using uncertified documents in court.
In her ruling, the Chief Resident Magistrate Madalitso Chimwza agreed with the Bushiris that the documents used by South Africa government were not certified, but dismissed the application on the basis that the documents have not yet been presented in court as evidence.
Said Chimwaza; “The court agrees with you that the said documents were not duly certified in line with the law. However, your application is premature because the said documents were presented as mere disclosures and not evidence.”
“If you had waited for the documents to be presented in court, then your application would hold because the issue of whether the documents are admissible or not, arises when the documents are tendered as evidence.”
The Chief Resident Magistrate also clarified that the court was not making a decision on whether the two are guilty or not, rather handling the request to surrender the Bushiris to South Africa to face trial.
State prosecutor Dzikondianthu Malunda told us after the court, that he hopes there would be no further disruptions after.
Said Malunda; “We are happy with the court ruling, and we are glad that there will be progress on this matter, and we hope that there will be no further disruptions”.
Lawyer representing the Bushiris Wapona Kita said not all hope was lost, and believes the court will dismiss the request when the “uncertified” documents are tendered as evidence.
“The court has agreed with us on the principal objection that we are raising, however, she has said that perhaps it is premature at this stage because the witness has not tendered the documents as part of evidence.
“So she has set a date when the witness comes and tenders those documents, then she will dismiss the case.”
The court adjourned the matter to October 10, when South African witnesses will testify. The matter will be heard again on October 10, 2023 when the witness from South Africa will testify.
The Bushiris are wanted in South Africa, where they bolted in November 2020, on criminal charges. Through the government of Malawi, the South African authorities asked the court to extradite the two, but this is being challenged in court.
CSAT for Vigilant Communities on Matters of Development
The Centre for Social Accountability and Transparency (CSAT) says enhancing citizen participation in matters of development is crucial in addressing issues of substandard public infrastructure construction works in communities.
Malawi Launches Teachers Council to Elevate Teaching Profession
The event, attended by dignitaries, educators, and government officials, marked a significant step in regulating and enhancing the teaching profession in the country.
Zodiak Women In Fundraising Drive For Mother’s Day
Zodiak Broadcasting Station female workers have ventured into a fundraising drive that will raise funds for a charitable cause to take place on Mothers’ Day this year.
