The Irish Times

Africa’s coronavirus cases top 200,000

South Africa is the most affected country, with more than 52,000 confirmed cases

Wed Jun 10 2020 - 17:18

Sending animals to Africa as Christmas gifts this year? Here’s why it matters

The gifts we buy from charity catalogues at Christmas, including those hens, goats and pigs for villagers in developing countries, make a big difference to the people who receive them

Fri Dec 11 2015 - 12:24

Malawi moves away from child bride tradition

African nation’s new Bill tries to fight highest rate of underage marriage in the world

Sat Sept 05 2015 - 01:00

Soldiers deployed during Malawi elections

Voters angry over delays and difficulties at polling stations

Tue May 20 2014 - 17:13

Malawian election looks to be a four-horse race

Encumbent Joyce Banda will have to fight to retain the presidency

Mon May 19 2014 - 01:00

Success of microfinance project sees women benefiting as Malawi economy stabilises

Difficulties have eased for NGOs but political corruption still a threat

Fri Jan 17 2014 - 01:00

Cop. Farmer. Nutritionist. Rockbreaker

Malawi has a female president, but women still play a subservient role in the home, have limited access to education, and suffer violence and ill health. Four mothers describe their lives, hopes and role models

Sat Jan 11 2014 - 01:00