By Burnett Munthali
The month of March 2025 was marked by significant news coverage on 247 Malawi, capturing political, economic, and social developments across the nation.
One of the most widely read articles was “Economic turmoil: Malawi’s inflation hits record high”.
Published on March 2, 2025, the article analyzed the rising cost of living, depreciating currency, and its impact on ordinary Malawians.
Experts weighed in on potential economic policies to curb inflation and stabilize the economy.
Another high-profile article was “Political showdown: MCP and DPP clash ahead of 2025 elections”.
Published on March 5, 2025, this piece explored the growing tensions between the ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP) and the opposition Democratic Progressive Party (DPP).
It provided insights into campaign strategies, internal party conflicts, and the role of smaller parties in shaping the electoral race.
The governance sector was a major focus with the article “Government under fire for delayed civil servants’ salaries”.
Published on March 8, 2025, this article highlighted the frustration among public sector workers due to salary delays.
It featured reactions from affected employees, unions, and government officials.
A deeply concerning social issue was addressed in “Healthcare crisis: Shortage of essential drugs in public hospitals”.
Published on March 12, 2025, this article exposed the dire conditions in the healthcare sector, where hospitals were running out of critical medicines.
It called for immediate government intervention and accountability.
The education sector also made headlines with “University fees hike sparks student protests”.
Published on March 15, 2025, this piece covered nationwide demonstrations by university students opposing tuition increases.
It examined the government’s response and the broader implications for higher education accessibility.
Environmental concerns were highlighted in “Malawi’s climate change crisis: Deforestation and flooding worsen”.
Published on March 18, 2025, the article detailed how rapid deforestation was contributing to severe floods and environmental degradation.
It called for stronger enforcement of conservation laws.
The sports community was captivated by “Flames’ AFCON qualifier hopes hang by a thread”.
Published on March 21, 2025, this article analyzed Malawi’s national football team’s struggles in the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.
It discussed coaching tactics, player performance, and future prospects.
A major corruption exposé titled “Malawi’s corruption scandal: Officials named in multi-billion Kwacha fraud” made waves.
Published on March 24, 2025, the article revealed deep-rooted corruption within government departments.
It included investigative findings and public reactions demanding justice.
The country’s cultural heritage was also a subject of discussion in “Preserving Malawi’s traditions: The battle against cultural erosion”.
Published on March 27, 2025, this article explored the challenges of maintaining cultural identity in the face of modernization and globalization.
It featured perspectives from historians and cultural activists.
Rounding off the list was “Electricity woes: Power blackouts continue to frustrate businesses”.
Published on March 29, 2025, this article examined Malawi’s persistent energy crisis and its impact on industries and households.
It called for sustainable energy solutions and investment in renewable sources.
These ten articles provided a comprehensive overview of the major events and issues affecting Malawi in March 2025.
Through in-depth reporting and analysis, 247 Malawi continued to inform and engage the public on critical national matters.
As the country moves forward, more investigative pieces and thought-provoking stories are expected to shape future discussions.
