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ABUJA-(MaraviPost)-Kinse Shako Annastasia, a former reverend sister who was dismissed by her Catholic congregation, has revealed that she has also lost her job at the Catholic University in Abuja.

Annastasia made this disclosure on her official Facebook page on September 30, where she appealed to the public for financial support to help her manage a serious health condition and meet her daily living expenses.

Her dismissal from the Catholic University came just weeks after she was expelled by the Congregation of Mother of Perpetual Help of the Archangels Sisters (MOPHAS) in Auchi, Edo State.

The former nun said she was pursuing her master’s degree at Veritas University and was preparing to begin her thesis when she was unexpectedly dismissed from her religious congregation.

She described the decision as unjust, noting that it had left her without income, stability, or support from the institution to which she had devoted years of service.

Annastasia explained that following her expulsion, she was immediately relieved of her position as a graduate assistant at the Catholic University in Abuja, effectively leaving her unemployed.

In her Facebook post, Annastasia also revealed that she is currently struggling with a disc bulge in her lumbar spine, a condition that requires ongoing physiotherapy and medication.

She said the pain from the condition has made it difficult for her to sit, stand, or bend for extended periods, thereby preventing her from taking up any form of work at the moment.

Her statement expressed deep distress over her current circumstances, saying she is forced to rely on the generosity of well-wishers for medical care and basic needs.

She wrote, “My name is Annastasia Kinse. I was a master’s student at Veritas University, about to begin my thesis when I was unjustly dismissed from my religious congregation. As a result, I also lost my job as a graduate assistant at the Catholic University in Abuja.”

She continued, “I am currently managing a disc bulge on my lumbar spine through physiotherapy and medication. The pain makes it difficult to sit, stand, or bend for long periods, which prevents me from working at this time. I humbly appeal for assistance to cover medical treatment, basic upkeep, and to support this transition into a more reflective and sustainable way of living.”

Annastasia’s public appeal has since drawn mixed reactions across social media, with some sympathizing with her situation while others questioned the circumstances surrounding her dismissal.

One social media user, Watpe Pewat, commented that social media often turns serious appeals for help into debates with little resolution, reminding readers that the church, though not immune to scandals, remains an institution that overcomes challenges through faith.

Another user, Aladesiun Oluwatosin, suggested that Annastasia was aware of the reasons behind her dismissal and hinted that she had already received some financial support from the church following her expulsion.

Some comments were more critical, questioning Annastasia’s public approach and implying that she might have violated church protocol by airing internal matters on social media.

Others, however, called for compassion, urging fellow believers to assist her during this difficult transition, regardless of the controversies surrounding her departure from religious life.

Earlier, Annastasia had raised concerns about her personal safety, claiming that Catholic priests and a layman had harassed her following her online revelations about alleged misconduct within the clergy.

She wrote that if she ever went silent or if anything happened to her, people should know that the truth had been documented.

Her posts sparked broader discussions about transparency, accountability, and gender relations within religious institutions, with some arguing that her story reflects the difficult balance between obedience to religious authority and the right to speak out.

In conclusion, Kinse Shako Annastasia’s ordeal highlights the complex intersection of faith, institutional power, and personal struggle.

Her story has resonated with many who see it as a cautionary tale about the cost of confronting powerful institutions, while others view it as a test of resilience and faith in the face of adversity.

As she battles both physical pain and social isolation, Annastasia’s appeal for support continues to circulate online, drawing empathy, debate, and reflection on the treatment of whistleblowers within faith-based organizations.

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Grey’s Anatomy star Camilla Luddington assured fans that she’s focused on “self-care” following her recent Hashimoto’s disease diagnosis.

“It’s still new to me,” Luddington, 42, told People in an interview published on Saturday, October 4. “I got the diagnosis at the beginning of summer, so I’m fresh into this journey. I am on Levothyroxine, which is a thyroid medicine, and I can tell you that a lot of things have changed.”

Luddington — who plays Dr. Jo Wilson on the ABC medical drama — announced on her Grey’s Anatomy costar Jessica Capshaw’s “Call It What It Is” podcast on August 6 that she’d recently been diagnosed with the autoimmune disorder.

According to the Mayo Clinic, Hashimoto’s disease develops when “the immune system attacks healthy tissues,” which can cause “the death of the thyroid’s hormone-producing cells.” Frequent symptoms include fatigue and sluggishness, sleepiness, muscle weakness and aches, joint pain and stiffness, lack of concentration and depression, among others.

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Luckily, Luddington assured the outlet that her health has noticeably improved since she was officially diagnosed.

“I feel like I have so much less inflammation,” she said. “I was very puffy all the time, not knowing why I was exhausted. I was not working out. I hadn’t seen a workout class in years, and I’m back at Barry’s bootcamp lifting weights. So I feel more myself. I feel like I have more energy for work, for my family.”

The actress went on, “One thing that I couldn’t understand was I had a lot of brain fog, and now I understand that when your thyroid is sort of all over the place, that’s what that can feel like. The exhaustion of brain fog. So just literally being able to be present with whoever on set, with my family, is a huge difference.”

Luddington and her husband, Matthew Alan, share two children: daughter Hayden, 8, and son Lucas Matthew, 5.

When she first announced her diagnosis in August, the actress confirmed that some routine bloodwork helped her realize there was more to her “feeling slothy” in recent months.

“Truly, when they said ‘autoimmune disease,’ I was really freaked out, and then when they said it’s really common, I was like, ‘That sucks but OK,’” she remembered.

Luddington explained to her costar that she “knew something was up” because she was “f***ing tired all the time,” though she suspected she may have been perimenopausal.

“It makes you feel tired and cold. It can make you foggy, depressed, you can have dry skin, your hair can thin. Basically, you’re feeling gorgeous with Hashimoto’s,” she joked. “It got to the point where, by 11 a.m., it felt like I had chugged some Benadryl and I needed to nap, and it didn’t matter how much sleep I’d gotten the night before. There was no pushing through the day.”

When she finally received a diagnosis, Luddington was prescribed Levothyroxine, a medication that is used to treat thyroid hormone deficiency.

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“I’m still not normal,” Luddington said in August. “I do feel a lot better. My energy’s a lot better. I’m not as puffy anymore.”

Meanwhile, Luddington recently returned to Grey’s Anatomy after a summer hiatus to film the shocking season 22 premiere, where a gas tank explosion in an operating room at Grey Sloan Hospital puts the entire staff’s lives at risk.

“It was incredible. This season is bananas already. I can’t give any spoilers … it was not my favorite premiere to shoot, because it was just so traumatic for everyone involved,” she exclusively told Us Weekly in August.

Grey’s Anatomy airs Thursdays on ABC at 10 p.m. ET. New episodes are available the next day on Hulu.

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Southern Charm alum Kathryn Dennis was sentenced to jail time after being convicted for her involvement in a 2024 drunk driving crash.

Dennis, 34, was ordered to serve 30 days in jail due to being found guilty of driving under the influence on Friday, October 3, in Goose Creek, South Carolina, according to WCBD News. TMZ reported that Dennis was taken into custody around 7 p.m. ET on Friday to begin serving her 30 day sentence at Berkeley County jail.

Us Weekly confirmed in May 2024 that Dennis was initially arrested after being involved in a three-car collision in Goose Creek.

Officers at the scene of the wreck mentioned in their police report that Dennis had “glossy eyes and an odor of alcohol coming from her person” at the time of her arrest, though she initially denied that she had been drinking. Police reported finding an unopened mini-bottle of Fireball alcohol on the driver’s side floorboard and an empty tumbler elsewhere in Dennis’ vehicle.

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Per WCBD, officers noted in their report that Dennis eventually confessed to drinking alcohol “way earlier” during questioning at a local detention center, despite initially denying the offense.

Southern Charm viewers have seen Dennis open up about her struggles with drinking throughout her time on the Bravo series. (Dennis was a main cast member on Southern Charm from season 2 to season 8, in addition to guest starring throughout season 1.)

Bravo cameras documented Dennis and her former partner Thomas Ravenel’s lengthy custody battle over their two children — daughter Kensie and son Saint — where her sobriety was called into question. The reality star first lost custody of her children due to alleged marijuana use, before finally regaining 50/50 parental rights in 2017 due to staying sober for two years.

In October 2018, Dennis requested a change in her and Ravenel’s custody agreement when he was arrested for assault and battery in the second degree over an alleged 2015 incident involving the couple’s nanny. A judge ultimately ruled in August 2019 that Dennis and Ravenel would continue to share joint custody. (Ravenel pled guilty to charges of third degree assault and battery in September 2019.)

The former couple were back in court March 2021 when Dennis temporarily lost custody of Kensie and Saint once again, though she was ultimately allowed supervised weekend visitation.

Bravo made the shocking announcement that Dennis was leaving Southern Charm in January 2023. She had previously been a central figure on the Charleston, South Carolina-based reality show since its inception in 2014.

“What a wild ride it’s been!” Dennis told People at the time. “Can you believe I was 21 when I first started filming Southern Charm, back in its first season? That was in 2013, and in the decade that followed, it’s safe to say my life changed in ways I could never imagine. It hasn’t always been easy, but I’m so lucky to have had reality cameras there, capturing so many moments that I’ll never forget (and a few, even, that I’d like to).”

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She went on, “Through it all, the love y’all have shown for me not only gave me the strength I needed to tackle it all, but helped me realize that I wasn’t alone. I’m so grateful. I’ll be carrying that love with me as I enter this next chapter of my life, away from the Southern Charm lens. I’m thankful for Bravo, the producers at Haymaker and my Charleston cast mates for everything.”

Southern Charm was renewed by Bravo for an 11th season in May.

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LILONGWE-(MaraviPost)-The National Anti-Corruption Alliance (NACA) has called on Malawi’s newly elected President to demonstrate firm moral leadership by ensuring integrity and accountability in Cabinet appointments and by strengthening key oversight institutions that have long suffered from inefficiency and political interference.

In a statement signed by NACA Chairperson Michael Kaiyatsa, the alliance congratulated the President on his election victory, describing it as a moment that has rekindled hope among Malawians for a government rooted in honesty, transparency and service to the people.

Kaiyatsa said the new administration faces a historic opportunity to rebuild national trust and make a decisive break from the culture of impunity that has weakened governance over the years.

He said the first major test of the new leadership lies in the choice of Cabinet ministers and senior government officials.

According to NACA, public trust has eroded not because Malawi lacks policies or vision but because individuals facing serious corruption allegations have continued to occupy influential positions in government.

The alliance urged the President not to appoint anyone with ongoing corruption cases until they have cleared their names before the courts, arguing that doing so would send a powerful message that justice and integrity will define the new administration.

“By exempting such individuals at this critical juncture, Your Excellency will signal that your administration values justice over patronage and service over personal connections,” the statement read.

“This decision will inspire confidence among citizens and reassure development partners that Malawi is committed to a clean break from the past,”Kaiyatsa added in a statement

NACA further urged the President to prioritise the revitalisation of oversight and accountability institutions that have lost credibility. The alliance singled out five offices it said require immediate reform the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), the Financial Intelligence Authority (FIA), the Office of the Director of Public Declarations of Assets and the Office of the Auditor-General.

According to the statement, the ACB, once seen as the vanguard of the country’s anti-corruption fight, has been reduced to handling minor cases while high-level corruption remains untouched.

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, on the other hand, was criticised for failing to conclude major corruption cases and for controversially withdrawing others against recommendations from Parliament.

NACA called on the President to commission an investigation into the DPP’s conduct and to consider appointing new leadership to restore credibility.

The alliance also expressed concern over the FIA’s ineffectiveness in curbing money laundering and illicit financial flows, saying the institution has not demonstrated visible results despite its critical mandate.

The Office of the Director of Public Declarations of Assets was described as largely inactive and ineffective in enforcing transparency among public officers, while the Auditor-General’s office was faulted for producing audit reports that have not led to any meaningful accountability or action.

To restore public confidence, NACA recommended the establishment of an independent, high-level task force to review the mandates, performance, and governance of the five key institutions.

The task force, the alliance suggested, should include representatives from the judiciary, Parliament, civil society and development partners to ensure independence and transparency. It would also be expected to propose immediate legislative, administrative and financial reforms to strengthen institutional effectiveness and accountability.

Kaiyatsa described this period as a defining moment in the nation’s democratic journey, urging the President to act decisively in setting a new moral tone for the country.

He said the path the President takes, beginning with Cabinet appointments and institutional reforms, will determine the direction of his administration and the legacy he leaves behind.

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By Z Allan Ntata | Africa Politicojuridity Institute (API)

After three decades in the political wilderness, the Malawi Congress Party’s return to power in 2020 was more than an election victory; it was a national catharsis.

Riding the Tonse Alliance wave, the party promised a definitive break from the past; a new era of renewal, reform, and the moral leadership Malawians felt had been absent for a generation.

Yet, just five years later, the electorate delivered a verdict of profound disillusionment, showing the MCP the door once more.

The critical question is not if they failed. We all know they did.

The question to pursue is why. The answer lies less in a flawed political ideology and more in a fatal flaw of attitude and execution.

This was a tragedy of a government that, upon securing power, forgot the people who granted it, abandoning the solemn duty of disciplined governance for the comforts of high office.

From Historic Mandate to Hollowed-Out Rhetoric
The Tonse Alliance’s triumph generated an electric, hopeful mood.

For a moment, it seemed a stubborn page of history was finally being turned. Citizens anticipated a government defined by competence, transparency, and servant leadership. A government that would work.

However, the transition from campaign celebration to the hard graft of governance never fully materialized.

The initial 180-day plan, a critical period for establishing momentum, dissolved into a fog of bureaucratic inertia and political repositioning. Instead of a ruthless restructuring of the state for delivery, the government settled into the old rhythms of power:

• Unclear Chains of Command: The alliance structure created competing centres of power, leaving the civil service confused and awaiting clear direction that never consistently came.
• Symbolism over Substance: Ribbon-cutting ceremonies and high-profile announcements often preceded, and sometimes replaced, the actual implementation of policies.
• The Squandering of Moral Capital: The immense goodwill that propelled the administration was steadily depleted, not in one major scandal, but through a thousand cuts of unmet promises and a perceived detachment from the daily struggles of ordinary Malawians.

The Anatomy of a Failure to Govern

The central tragedy of the MCP-led era (2020–2025) was its inability to translate a powerful electoral victory into effective governance. The promise of “reform” was slowly cannibalized by political expediency.

Consider the tangible gaps:

• The Economic Stagnation: Despite promises of a robust economic revival, Malawians endured persistent fuel shortages, a crippling foreign exchange crisis, and rising cost of living. The state’s response often felt like a litany of explanations blaming global factors, rather than a display of proactive problem-solving.
• The Unfulfilled Anti-Corruption Pledge: While speaking loudly against corruption, the government’s actions were perceived as selective. Key institutions meant to ensure accountability were not visibly strengthened, and the politically sensitive procurement reforms needed to curb waste never gained decisive traction.
• The Communication Chasm: The leadership forgot that the people had elected problem-solvers, not saints. When crises hit, a defensive rhetoric or official silence often took the place of transparent, empathetic communication. This bred deep distrust and a sense that the government was out of touch.

The Politicojuridity View: The Collapse of the Moral Covenant

Through the lens of Politicojuridity, which analyses the nexus of political culture, law, and institutional legitimacy, the MCP’s downfall was predictable. It misread the fundamental foundations of effective African governance.

Power, in this context, rests on a tripod of sacred duties:

1. The Duty to Care: Leaders must visibly demonstrate that they share in the sufferings and aspirations of their people. A perceived detachment is fatal.
2. The Duty to Communicate: Transparency is not a favour but a necessity. Defensive or absent communication severs the vital connection with the citizenry.
3. The Duty to Correct: Wrongdoing within the ranks must be addressed without fear or favour. Tolerance of malfeasance for political convenience irrevocably breaks trust.

In 2025, Malawians did not vote for a competing ideology. They voted against indifference. The moral covenant between the ruler and the ruled had been broken.

Ten Lessons for Malawi’s Future

For the MCP faithful, these are not attacks but necessary truths for redemption. For the neutral critic, they are a blueprint for evaluating any future government.

1. Governance is Delivery, Not Decoration. State power must be ruthlessly organized to produce results, not to create photo opportunities.
2. The Grace Period is Short. Promises have an expiration date. Without rapid, visible action in the first 100 days, public patience evaporates.
3. Reform Must Be Systemic. Removing a few “bad apples” is theatre if the barrel itself: the system of procurement, appointments, and oversight; remains rotten.
4. Integrity Must Be Institutionalized. The fight against corruption cannot be a political weapon. It requires strong, independent institutions that apply the law uniformly.
5. Crisis Communication is Core to Leadership. In a storm, citizens look to the captain. Silence or blame-shifting is a dereliction of duty.
6. Performance is Measured in Lived Experience. The ultimate report card is not a press clip but the price of maize, the availability of fuel, and the dignity of a job.
7. Factionalism is a Cancer. Competing power centres within a coalition government destroy policy coherence and paralyse the state machinery.
8. Competence Must Trump Loyalty. The state is not a reward for campaign foot soldiers. It is a complex machine that demands the most skilled operators.
9. Empathy is Non-Negotiable. Leaders must culturally and emotionally connect with the people they serve. They must be seen to understand the public’s pain.
10. Tragedy Demands a Human Touch. The mishandling of national crises or moments of grief, be it a disaster or an economic shock, alienates even the most loyal supporters.
    The Path Forward: From the Pursuit of Power to the Discipline of Purpose

If the MCP, or any political party in Malawi for that matter, seeks redemption, it must begin with public contrition and institutional humility. The people deserve to hear an unambiguous acknowledgment: “We failed to govern as we promised.”

The rebuilding must then begin not with new slogans, but with new structures. The next generation of leaders, from any party, must treat governance as a craft. This requires:

• Designing Delivery Units: Embedding small, focused teams within government to track and drive the implementation of key priorities.
• Enforcing Accountability: Creating clear, measurable performance contracts for all public officials.
• Building a Truth-Respecting Communication System: A machinery that respects citizens enough to tell them the truth, even when it is difficult, and to outline a clear path forward.

Malawi is weary of eloquent failures. The nation now yearns for competent reformers: leaders who understand that in 21st-century Africa, legitimacy is not inherited from history or a party name, but earned daily through humility, tangible order, and demonstrable results.

Final Word

History may record the 2020–2025 era as a lost opportunity. But it can also serve as our most potent lesson: that power, when divorced from purpose and discipline, always ends in pain. Unless this lesson is learned, we in Malawi will continue the futile cycle of changing governments without ever truly changing governance.

At the Africa Politicojuridity Institute, we offer this analysis not to condemn, but to correct. The future stability and prosperity of Malawi depend on it. Our next era must be defined not by the cult of personality, but by the strength and integrity of our institutions.

(c) Published under the Africa Politicojuridity Institute (API) Governance Diagnostics Series

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CHIKWAWA-(MaraviPost)-Three men including a Human Resources Manager for a a Chinese owned orphanage, Amitofo Care Centre, will on Tuesday re-appear before the Senior Resident Magistrate’s Court sitting at Chikwawa after being found in possession of four pieces of raw elephant ivory without a licence or certificate of ownership.

Hearing of the case failed to comence on Friday because because some of the prosecution team members were engaged.

According to a police and court documents, the suspects—Brandson Njunga, the senior official for Amitofo aged  44, of Kaphelana village, Mwanza; Steven Kamfosi (45), of Kanyoza, Chikwawa; and Tobias Kandiado (27), of Ndakwera, Chikwawa — were arrested in Chikhambi village, Chikwawa, on or about the 20th of September.

The trio, currently on bail, face charges under Section 86(1), read with Section 110B(b) of the National Parks and Wildlife Act, Cap 66:07 of the Laws of Malawi.

The offence carries stiff penalties, including custodial sentences, for possession of specimens of listed species without valid documentation.

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Police in Chikwawa say they acted on a public tip-off that the men were attempting to trade the ivory locally. 

“A subsequent raid led to the seizure of the pieces and the suspects’ arrest. Community cooperation was crucial in intercepting the contraband before it could be trafficked further.

“Community vigilance remains vital in protecting Malawi’s endangered species,” said a law enforcement officer familiar with the case, speaking on condition of anonymity.

The suspects were formally charged and summoned on 23 September, with the case registered as Case No. 611 of 2025.

The involved of the Blantyre based Amitofo Care Centre’s senior official comes against a background of a similar case involving the organisation’s orphan graduate Aaron Dyson, who is serving a 15 year prison sentence at Zomba Maximum prison for his involvement in illegal wildlife activities by a Chinese wildlife convict Yunhua Lin.

The organisation’s authorities are yet to comment on the development.

Enforcement signal — or small drop in a bigger stream?

While the seizure involves just four pieces of ivory, conservationists say even “small” cases are significant. Elephant populations across southern Africa remain under pressure from poaching, and Malawi has been identified in international reports as a transit country for wildlife trafficking.

Dr. Martha Zimba, a Lilongwe-based conservation advocate, told the media

“Every ivory piece represents a dead elephant. Whether it is one kilogram or one tonne, the law must treat possession seriously. Otherwise, traffickers will exploit loopholes and rural networks to keep the trade alive.”

The wider context — pardons, politics, and public confidence

This arrest comes at a sensitivetime. 

Few months ago, the just ousted President Lazarus Chakwera was criticised for pardoning two Chinese nationals previously convicted of wildlife trafficking. Civil society groups described the pardons as a “betrayal” of conservation efforts.

That controversy raised public doubts about the government’s consistency in fighting wildlife crime. Critics warned that if offenders believe high-level political decisions can override court sentences, deterrence collapses.

Against that backdrop, all eyes will be on how the Chikwawa ivory case is handled — from trial to sentencing.

Deterrence and community impact

The National Parks and Wildlife Act, strengthened in 2017, prescribes penalties of up to 30 years imprisonment for serious wildlife crimes. Yet conviction rates remain inconsistent, and case backlogs are common.

For local communities in Chikwawa — where poverty is acute and poachers often recruit “foot soldiers” — such prosecutions can send a message that ivory trafficking is not worth the risk.

Village leaders interviewed near Chikhambi told the media that wildlife crimes often stem from a combination of poverty and organised syndicate influence. One said:

“Our young men are tempted with quick money. But when they are caught, it is the community that suffers the shame. We hope the courts will be firm.”

What happens next?

The suspects are expected to take plea from Tuesday . If convicted, they could face substantial custodial sentences.

” Conservation groups will watch closely to see whether the prosecution presents robust evidence, and whether the court process moves swiftly or suffers from delays,” said a prominent conversationalist asked for anonymity as the case is in court.

He argued that the case could become a test for how Malawi enforces its wildlife laws at the rural level.

 “The country has been praised for strengthening its legislation but criticised for weak enforcement and selective justice.

But the questions to watch now are that will the court deliver a strong deterrent sentence if guilt is proven? Or will the case stall, be downgraded, or end with leniency — as past cases have?” he questioned.

Conclusion

For now, the Chikwawa ivory seizure may look small. But the stakes are big. Every successful prosecution strengthens Malawi’s conservation record as the conservationist put it:

 “This is not just about four pieces of ivory. It is about whether Malawi is serious about closing the rural supply chains that feed the global wildlife trade.”

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BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-A 22-year-old fifth-year student studying Biomedical Engineering at the Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (MUBAS), Ranken Chisambi,has developed an innovative medical device called the “Compression Therapy Device”.

Speaking to Maravi Post, Chisambi explained that the device is designed to improve blood circulation in the legs and prevent health complications such as swelling, blood clots, and pain.

He said the invention aims to automate the manual compression therapy that physiotherapists traditionally perform on patients.

The student said his ultimate goal for this innovation is to make quality medical treatment more accessible to people in the country and other developing countries.

MUBAS is widely recognized for its strong focus on innovation, research, and practical problem-solving.

The university integrates academic learning with hands-on training, encouraging students to design and develop solutions that address real-world challenges facing Malawi and other developing nations.

Its emphasis on applied sciences, engineering, and entrepreneurship has fostered a culture where students and lecturers work together to create technologies and systems that improve daily life and promote national development.

Over the years, MUBAS students have produced a range of innovative projects, including low-cost ventilators, solar-powered irrigation systems, biomedical devices, and eco-friendly construction materials.

The university has also been at the forefront of renewable energy innovations, waste management research, and digital technology startups led by students and alumni.

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BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Standard Bank Plc welcomes the new administration’s resolve for a return to economic stability, predictability and strong governance.

The bank looks forward to partnering government and other key stakeholders to support the new President Arthur Peter Mutharika’s plan to immediately tackle prevailing macro-economic challenges.

Speaking during the sidelines of Mutharika’s inauguration, Standard Bank Chief Executive Phillip Madinga said, “Attracting FDI from key economies such as the U.S and China, as outlined in his Excellency Professor President Arthur Mutharika’s inauguration speech, is also critical in unlocking Malawi’ growth potential and delivering meaningful economic recovery.

“We also note the President’s determination to seek a renewal of relations with the U.S through his special friendship with the U.S President Donald Trump”.

Madinga adds, “Easing diplomatic hurdles with U.S should set the stage for dialogue aimed at finding solutions for Malawi’s economy, trade and diplomatic relations.

“The loss of development and technical support following USAID’s departure would require dialogue aimed at exploring solutions for the country”.

Madinga hopes, “We look forward to a strong private and public partnership in the next critical three months of the government’s transition process.

“The stage should be prepared for a re-set of a new economic trajectory where Malawi’s resolve to return to stability through fiscal discipline and governance, dialogue with bilateral and multilateral donors and creditors and improved trade relations, is unambiguous”.

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Prince William referenced his three young children’s futures to mark the halfway mark to his 2030 climate crisis activism pledge.

The royal, 43, shared a short film via Instagram on Saturday, October 4, in advance of his upcoming Earthshot Prize gala, which takes place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on November 5. In the video, Prince William sat under the same oak tree near his Windsor home where he initially announced a 10-year climate activism project in 2020.

“Now, more than ever, is the time to fix the planet,” he urged viewers.

Prince William added, “I sat under this oak tree five years ago, soon after we launched The Earthshot Prize. The planet, the only home we have, needed our help, as scientists made it clear that we had to make significant changes by 2030.”

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Admitting that 2030 seemed once like “a long time” in the future, he now realized that the deadline was within reach for his three children. (William and Kate Middleton share three children: Prince George, 12, Princess Charlotte, 10, and Prince Louis, 7.)

“[My son] George was 7, Charlotte 5 and Louis 2; the thought of them in 2030 felt a lifetime away. But today, as we stand halfway through this critical decade, 2030 feels very real,” he acknowledged. “The Earthshot Prize was founded because this decade matters. [Now] 2030 is a threshold by which future generations will judge us; it is the point at which our actions, or lack of them, will have shaped forever the trajectory of our planet.”

Prince William and his Earthshot partners named their charitable mission after former President John F. Kennedy’s “Moonshot” program with the goal of successfully putting an astronaut on the moon in the 1960s. Their modern activism shifted the focus to climate change, as they give away prizes in the following categories each year: “Clean Our Air,” “Fix Our Climate,” “Revive Our Oceans,” “Build a Waste-Free World” and “Protect and Restore Nature.”

Prince William touched on how he was personally impacted by the many inspiring stories behind this year’s 15 finalists for the Earthshot Prize.

“It is impossible to hear these finalists’ stories, to see the impact they are already having and not feel encouraged by their energy and momentum,” he said on Saturday. “For me, it is that urgent optimism that has been at the heart of this Prize from the beginning. And it feels unstoppable.

The prince went on, “The people behind these projects are heroes of our time, so let us back them. Because, if we do, we can make the world cleaner, safer and full of opportunity — not only for future generations, but for the lives we want to lead now.”

This year’s Earthshot Prize gala in Rio marks the fifth continent to host the ceremony since the organization’s 2020 founding. Rio was picked in connection with the 2025 UN Climate Change Conference taking place in Belém, Brazil, from November 10-21, which William is also expected to attend, according to People.

“Earthshot was founded because we are in a decisive moment. It’s a ten-year window of opportunity where our actions today will shape life on Earth for generations to come,” he explains,” Earthshot CEO Jason Knauf said in a statement.”

Knauf, 43, went on, “The Earthshot Prize was also founded because Prince William believes that this decade can be a great human success story. That with urgency and optimism we can make these years count. Today as we stand at the half way mark of our mission, our work feels more important than ever.”

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“We continue to be driven by the belief that the solutions already exist, we just need to identify, celebrate and back them. Today that’s exactly what we’re doing,” the Earthshot executive concluded. “The 15 finalists we are about to present alongside the amazing 60 before them are showing the world what’s possible.”

Meanwhile, Prince William recently made headlines for addressing his upbringing with brother Prince Harry amid their falling out. During an appearance on Eugene Levy’s Apple TV+ series, The Reluctant Traveler, Prince William referenced his and Harry’s upbringing in comparison to his son George’s potential future as king.

“Obviously, I want to create a world in which my son is proud of what we do, a world and a job that actually does impact people’s lives for the better,” Prince William explained. “That is caveated with, I hope we don’t go back to some of the practices in the past that Harry and I had to grow up with — and I’ll do everything I can to make sure we don’t regress in that situation.”

Levy, 78, was subsequently asked by ITV News whether there were any restrictions about bringing up Harry during his royal interview.

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“I was not told I couldn’t ask anything, but it wasn’t really, you know, up to me, to get into that,” the comedian explained. “I had no interest in asking him about that, because it was, you know, [a] very delicate issue and certainly not up to me to get into it.”

Levy continued, “I think there were other things, you know, I could lead the conversation to that might be interesting for him and interesting for the world to hear, but that was something I wasn’t necessarily interested in getting into.”

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