Topic: Lilongwe

Mixed reactions over Malawi's plan to repeal anti-gay law

Repealing a colonial-era ban on homosexuality may please foreign donors, intent on protecting democratic rights of minorities. But it causes a stir among churches and conservative Malawians.

Amid riots, Malawi's president issues harsh warning to opposition

A day after he called for peaceful dialogue with protesters, President Mutharika warned that he will 'smoke out' the opposition figures who he suspects are behind the violence.

Malawi riots spread as president blames Britain, IMF for economic woes

President Mutharika says that opposition and civil society groups that led protests over Malawi's deepening economic troubles are behind the violence that left at least 10 dead.

Despite threats, Malawi protesters rally against high prices, corruption

Like those in North Africa, nationwide protests in Malawi have been sparked by discontent over higher food and fuel prices, as well as concerns that the government is becoming increasingly authoritarian.

Madonna loses adoption bid in Malawi

The decision has reignited debate about the best interests of Malawi's 2 million orphans.

Madonna and another Malawi child?

Do international adoptions offer better lives for orphans? Judge delays ruling on pop singer's adoption application until Friday.

Madonna in Malawi, Part Deux

Monitor readers send six African girls to high school