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The first group of 150 Malawians displaced by xenophobic violence in South Africa has returned home under a voluntary repatriation exercise.

Fuel shortages easing in Malawi after weeks of long queues, with filling stations in Lilongwe now operating normally as petrol supply improves.

The four‑day campaign, running from 27 to 30 April, is part of ongoing national efforts to prevent a resurgence of the virus.

Malawi now has the highest fuel prices in Africa as global oil markets reel from supply disruptions linked to the escalating Middle East conflict.

The latest shipment brings Zimbabwe’s total donation to 1,000 tonnes since the beginning of the year.

Officials urged parents, guardians and community leaders to mobilise children for vaccination, warning that polio can cause paralysis and long‑term disability.

Forestry officials intercepted a hearse near Blantyre following a tip‑off and found an empty coffin placed over bags of charcoal.

The consignment – Zimbabwe’s second in less than a month – was handed over at the National Food Reserve Agency depot in Lilongwe.

At least 40 people have died and over 36,000 households have been hit by severe rain related disasters in Malawi during the 2025/26 season.

ESCOM has raised electricity tariffs by 12 percent with immediate effect, implementing the next phase of MERA’s multi year pricing plan.