The Government has approved the elevation of four traditional leaders in Mulanje District, with the official ceremony scheduled for Sunday, 2 August 2026, at Mulanje Park Stadium. According to a notice issued by Mulanje District Commissioner Chriss Nawata, the approval was granted by His Excellency, President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika, and took effect on 22 July 2026. Under the changes, Traditional Authority Njema has been elevated to Senior Chief Njema, Traditional Authority Juma to Senior Chief Juma, and Traditional Authority Ndanga to Senior Chief Ndanga. In addition, Group Village Head Fletcher has been elevated to the position of Sub Traditional Authority Fletcher. The notice further states that the Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Honourable Dr. Ben Phiri, MP, will preside over the official elevation ceremony. Post navigation Police Summons Namiwa Lawyer Misleads Journalists on MAREP Contract