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Zomba Police Recover Stolen Property After Break-In at Canadian National’s Residence

Police in Zomba have successfully recovered a cache of stolen electronic and solar equipment following a break-in at the home of a Canadian national in September 2025. Zomba Police Publicist, Patricia Sipiliano,confirmed the arrest and identified the suspect as Maxwell Sapul,24. According to Sipiliano, the incident occurred on September 11, 2025, when suspects targeted the residence of Dean Badcock. The intruders managed to escape with several h…Zomba · Zomba Read Article

Zomba Central Prison scanning machine nabs Cannabis smugglers Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi

Zomba Central Prison’s new scanning machine has proved its worth, intercepting a bag of Cannabis hidden in a 5kg bag of flour during routine screening. Reports are indicating that a thorough search revealed a concealed bag of cannabis, prompting immediate action by the prison’s security team. “The scanning machine proved its worth, and our team’s […] The post Zomba Central Prison scanning machine nabs Cannabis smugglers appeared first on Malawi …Marijuana · Zomba See the Story

Eight Arrested in Zomba for Illegal Petrol Sales and Cannabis Cultivation

Zomba Police have arrested eight people for illegal activities, including petrol sales and cannabis cultivation. According to police spokesperson Patricia Sipiliano, three suspects, Hasting Juma (25), Dines Kazunguza (41), and Bening Chokongo (26), were caught selling petrol without a permit at Thundu and 3 Miles Market, violating Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) regulations. In a separate operation, five others were arrested for posses…Marijuana · Zomba Read Article

No more transfers, only firings: Phiri issues stark ultimatum to Zomba City council staff

By Suleman Chitera The Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Dr. Ben Phiri, has issued a blunt warning to staff at Zomba City Council, declaring an end to the long-standing practice of transferring misbehaving secretarial officers instead of disciplining them. Speaking during a visit to the council on Thursday, Phiri said the era of “recycling indiscipline” through transfers is over, stressing that any secretarial staff found engag…Zomba · Zomba Read Article

Nurse’s perspectives on Continuing Professional Development at Zomba Central Hospital, Malawi: A Qualitative Inquiry

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is a fundamental component of nursing practice, facilitating the ongoing acquisition of knowledge and skills beyond initial training. It serves as a mechanism for nurses to remain abreast of current advancements, fostering their professional developmen...Zomba · Zomba Read Article

Zomba Police Arrest Elderly Man Over Illegal Possession Of Assorted Medical Drugs

Police in Zomba have detained 62-year-old Benson Likongwe for allegedly being found in possession of a wide variety of medical drugs without a permit. According to Zomba Police Station publicist, Patricia Sipiliano, the arrest took place on January 21, 2026. Law enforcement officers acted on a tip-off suggesting that Likongwe was unlawfully keeping medical supplies at Nkalapa in the Sakata area within the district. Following his arrest, police r…Zomba · Zomba Read Article

Zomba Police Impound 32 Unregistered Motorcycles

Police in Zomba have seized 32 motorcycles that were found to be unregistered and lacking other roadworthiness certificates. Zomba Police spokesperson Patricia Sipiliano said the motorcycles have been impounded since Friday last week. She added that the owners will only be allowed to reclaim their motorcycles after registering them with the Directorate of Road Traffic Safety Services and ensuring that the riders obtain valid motorcycle licences.…Zomba · Zomba Read Article

Zomba City Council sets K13.8 billion for 2026/27 development budget Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi

The Zomba City Council has revealed that its proposed budget for the 2026/27 financial year, aimed at implementing development, education, and environmental initiatives, totals K13.8 billion. Zomba City Council’s Director of Finance, James Mafunga, made this disclosure during a scheduled Budget Consultation meeting aimed at briefing city residents on the budget. Mafunga said that of […] The post Zomba City Council sets K13.8 billion for 2026/27 …Education · Zomba Read Article

Recent South African Returnee Arrested in Zomba For illegal Possessing Of Rifle And Hundreds Of Ammunition Rounds

Police in Zomba have arrested a 40-year-old man identified as Kafuse Mataya for being found in illegal possession of dangerous weapons. According to Patricia Sipiliano, spokesperson for Zomba police, community members around Lamusi village heard a gunshot from the direction of the suspect’s compound, which caused fear and panic among the villagers. The incident prompted residents to report the matter to Kachulu Police Post. An investigation was …Zomba · Zomba Read Article

No NRB officers at Mec centres

Malawi Electoral Commission (Mec) Chairperson, Judge Annabel Mtalimanja, has said there shall not be officers from the National Registration Bureau (NRB) at registration centres for the by-election…Zomba · Zomba Read Article

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Zomba Police Recover Stolen Property After Break-In at Canadian National’s Residence

Zomba Central Prison scanning machine nabs Cannabis smugglers Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi

Eight Arrested in Zomba for Illegal Petrol Sales and Cannabis Cultivation

No more transfers, only firings: Phiri issues stark ultimatum to Zomba City council staff

Nurse’s perspectives on Continuing Professional Development at Zomba Central Hospital, Malawi: A Qualitative Inquiry

Zomba Police Arrest Elderly Man Over Illegal Possession Of Assorted Medical Drugs

Zomba Police Impound 32 Unregistered Motorcycles

Zomba City Council sets K13.8 billion for 2026/27 development budget Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi

Recent South African Returnee Arrested in Zomba For illegal Possessing Of Rifle And Hundreds Of Ammunition Rounds

No NRB officers at Mec centres

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Zomba Police Recover Stolen Property After Break-In at Canadian National’s Residence

Zomba Central Prison scanning machine nabs Cannabis smugglers Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi

Eight Arrested in Zomba for Illegal Petrol Sales and Cannabis Cultivation

No more transfers, only firings: Phiri issues stark ultimatum to Zomba City council staff

Nurse’s perspectives on Continuing Professional Development at Zomba Central Hospital, Malawi: A Qualitative Inquiry

Zomba Police Arrest Elderly Man Over Illegal Possession Of Assorted Medical Drugs

Zomba Police Impound 32 Unregistered Motorcycles

Zomba City Council sets K13.8 billion for 2026/27 development budget Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi

Recent South African Returnee Arrested in Zomba For illegal Possessing Of Rifle And Hundreds Of Ammunition Rounds

No NRB officers at Mec centres

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