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Kabambe unveils MK60 billion tourism plan for Mulanje mountain

2025-08-31 Chisomo Phiri

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-UTM party President Dalitso Kabambe has announced an ambitious K60 billion plan to transform Mulanje Mountain into a world-class tourism hub, creating thousands of jobs and boosting Malawi’s foreign exchange earnings.

Speaking in an interview with Maravi Post, the UTM leader hailed the recent recognition of Mulanje Mountain as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, describing it as one of the world’s great natural wonders.

He, however, expressed concern that communities surrounding the mountain have not been benefiting significantly from its global status.

“It is very sad that despite Mulanje Mountain holding such a prestigious record, the people around it are not truly benefiting. They only enjoy its fresh air while missing out on the real economic value,” said Kabambe.

As part of UTM’s manifesto, Kabambe pledged to invest K500 billion in the tourism sector, with Mulanje Mountain as a centerpiece of the strategy.

He explained that the party plans to install cable cars to ease access to the summit, construct hiking and biking trails, and introduce horseback riding as an attraction.

The former Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM ) Governor also revealed plans to develop an eco-lodge and a top-class restaurant at the mountain’s summit, offering panoramic views of Mulanje and Phalombe.

In addition, the UTM leader promised to launch an annual Mulanje Festival that would feature music, hiking, tea tasting, and cultural exhibitions.

He further highlighted the creation of tourism corridors to showcase tea estates, waterfalls, and the rich history of Mulanje Mountain.

According to the economist,the K60 billion project will create at least 6,000 jobs and generate an estimated K25 billion annually from over 120,000 visitors.

“By making our mountain great, we are not only creating revenue and foreign exchange for government but also providing jobs for the youth, men, and women.At the same time, we are beautifying our nation. I have a great vision for the people of Mulanje and Phalombe, and I will continue to advance this vision at the national level,” he said.

Kabambe concluded the interview by urging Malawians to support his leadership bid.

Environment, Malawi

Mulhako Wa Alhomwe backs UNESCO’s Mulanje mountain heritage site declaration

2025-08-18 Jones Gadama

BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The Mulhako Wa Alhomwe cultural grouping has thrown its weight behind the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) declaration of Mount Mulanje as a protected World Heritage Site.

Chairperson Muchanakhwaye Mpuluka emphasized that the declaration will bring numerous benefits to the local communities and the country at large.

“Mulanje Mountain holds significant cultural and spiritual importance for the Lhomwe people,” Mpuluka said, highlighting the importance of preserving the mountain’s heritage.

The UNESCO recognition is expected to attract international attention and support for conservation efforts, promoting sustainable development in the region.

The declaration, made on July 11, 2025, has not been without controversy, with some traditional leaders pushing for bauxite exploration and extraction on the mountain.

However, senior chiefs and environmentalists have strongly opposed these plans, dismissing any attempts to undermine the UNESCO declaration.

Mulhako Wa Alhomwe, an organization dedicated to promoting Lhomwe culture, has been instrumental in preserving the community’s heritage.

The group’s annual festival showcases the Lhomwe people’s rich cultural practices, including traditional dances, foods, and medicines.

By supporting the UNESCO declaration, Mulhako Wa Alhomwe is advocating for the protection of Mount Mulanje’s unique biodiversity and cultural significance, ensuring its preservation for future generations.

Travel & Tourism

CNN’s 26 of Africa’s most amazing places to visit:Malawi has 3 entries

2017-07-21 MaraviPost

Nyika Plateau, Nyika, Malawi’s largest park, is one of the most unusual in Africa with a plateau cut by numerous rivers that reach Lake Malawi by way of waterfalls off the eastern edge of the mountains.

Mulanje Mountain, the mountain is distinguished by giant basins of rock and narrow gullies cut by fast-flowing streams. A strenuous trek leads to magnificent viewpoints.

Lake Malawi, One of the largest lakes in the world, was dubbed “Lake of Stars” by Dr. David Livingstone, who trekked here a century and a half ago. The lake has more tropical fish than any lake in the world. It has 1,300 species and freshwater clear blue water great for diving

Malawi

Malawi minister condemns MDF soldiers for killing unarmed civilian in Mulanje

2016-12-31 Maravi Post correspondent

Minister of Natural Resources, Energy and Mines Bright Msaka on Friday condemned the Malawi Defense Force (MDF) for using a live ammunition to unarmed civilian in Mulanje saying the development is worrisome.

MDF soldiers guarding Mulanje Mountain ordered to kill armed civilians and not unarmed civilians

On Thursday one of the MDF soldiers shot dead a civilian who was farming close to the restricted Mulanje mountain with his colleagues as the soldiers suspected that they were enchroachers. Continue reading Malawi minister condemns MDF soldiers for killing unarmed civilian in Mulanje →

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MDF soldiers kill civilian for fun in Mulanje, community fights them and injures one soldier

2016-12-30 Maravi Post correspondent

MULANJE (MaraviPost)–There was drama in Mulanje on Thursday as the community engaged in a fight with Malawi Defense Force (MDF) after learning that a soldier killed a civilian for no reason, MaraviPost has established.

The fight started when the community learnt that an MDF soldier had shot dead a civilian for no reason.

The victim was farming with his colleagues close to Mulanje mountain where the soldiers were patrolling and for no reason the soldier shot the victim.

“They were farming close to the forest and one of the soldiers just shot dead a civilian without any reason,” said our source.

The shooting of the unarmed civilian angered the community which descended on the soldiers to revenge their members’ death. The community chased the soldiers and injured one of them and was referred to Mulanje district hospital.

Confirming the development, Mulanje District Hospital spokesperson Innocent Chizimba said the soldier was referred to Queens Hospital in Blantyre for further medical treatment.

“He is in a critical condition thus why we have referred him to Queens Hospital in Blantyre,” he said.

However, both the police and MDF are yet to issue a comment on the matter.

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