This post sheds light on Malawi’s beauty and hospitality, yet addresses its enduring poverty. It explores complex developmental challenges, including overpopulation, climate threats, slow urbanization, and limited economic investment. The writer proposes solutions drawn from successful models and underscores the need for personal and national transformation in attitudes, behaviors, and identity to propel Malawi forward economically.
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Malawi’s Black Canvas: Seeking a Worthy President for 2025
Malawi’s current political climate raises concerns about leadership as the 2025 elections approach. President Chakwera’s tenure has failed to meet expectations, with challenges including corruption, nepotism, and economic instability. Public perception varies, with some disillusioned voters preferring past leadership. The potential for shifting alliances adds further complexity to the situation.
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2023 Blog Review: Your Favorite Posts, New Countries, and Milestones
In this blog review of 2023, the writer reflects on their blogging journey, expressing gratitude for reader support. They highlight reaching 50,000 views and acknowledge the top 10 countries reading their blog. The post also lists the popular blog posts of 2023, surprising the writer with reader favorites.
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2023 Year in Review: A Year of Confusion, Love, and Survival
The year 2023 was a rollercoaster. It brought unexpected challenges, including struggles with motherhood and personal battles with loneliness and career setbacks. Overcoming creeping depression and family illnesses tested faith and hope. Despite the hardships, there’s a newfound hope for the future. It was a year of unlearning, learning, and resilience, with a cautiously hopeful outlook for the next year.
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Funerals: Thoughts on Body Viewing and New Pastors
The post reflects on the various rituals and occurrences at funerals, calling out the uncomfortable practice of children viewing dead bodies and the excessive expenses often incurred.
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Dissecting the Norman Chisale Exclusive Interview
Norman Chisale might have been a bodyguard to former president Peter Mutharika, but he is a man who has been in the limelight for a while. He is […]
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Evaristo Mapulanga: A Man Who Ruled Limbe With An Iron Fist
Evaristo Mapulanga, a formerly notorious pickpocket, became one of the most revered police officers in Limbe, Malawi during the era of Kamuzu Banda. Chosen to bring order amid escalating crime, he cultivated fear and respect from both criminals and civilians, and effectively reduced the crime rate. His placed emphasis on upholding a strict dress code, dressing impeccably himself and expecting others to do the same. He also successfully patrolled significant areas of Limbe alone. His legacy continues to inspire modern officers like Gladson Chipumphula, the new Officer-in-Charge of the Limbe Police Station.