Government of Malawi is concerned with the increasing reported cases of abuse and exploitation of Malawians working abroad, particularly in the Middle East.

Government has urged Muslims in the country to continue fostering unity among themselves and endeavour to peacefully co-exist with people of other religions.

Government has quashed off claims by some quarters that the newly appointed commissioners for Malawi Electoral Commission-MEC are biased towards the ruling Party.

National Coordinator for NGO Gender Coordinating Network Emma Kaliya has hailed President Mutharika for the gender balance in the appointment of new commissioners for the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC).