News and Events

The Inspector General of Police (IGP) Mr. Richard Chakupaleza Chikoko Luhanga, has reassured Illovo Sugar Company of continued security effort to enable the company fully contribute to the food and energy industry in Malawi.

IGP Luhanga made the reassurance at Nchalo Estate in Chikhwawa today during an engagement with the company's management. Illovo raised concerns over the theft of equipment and sugarcane from their farms.

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr. Richard Chakupaleza Chikoko Luhanga, has concluded a familiarization and engagement tour of the Eastern, South East and South West Police Regions, where he underscored professionalism, integrity, hard work and women empowerment, among others, as key components of effective policing.

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Mr Richard Chakupaleza Chikoko Luhanga has raised Malawi’s profile  as he led the Malawi Police Service delegation to the 93rd INTERPOL (International Criminal Police Organization) General Assembly in Marrakech, Morocco.

The Malawi delegation left the country through Kamuzu International Airport in Lilongwe on November 20, and returned home November 29, 2025.

The high-level gathering brought together police leaders from across the world to strengthen cooperation in combating transnational crimes.

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr. Richard Chakupaleza Chikoko Luhanga, on Monday, November 17, 2025, hosted the British High Commissioner to Malawi, Mrs. Rebecca Fabrizi, at the National Police Headquarters (Area 30) in Lilongwe. She was accompanied by Mr. Donal Ahern, Political Secretary at the British High Commission.

In his welcoming remarks, the IGP highlighted the long-standing relationship between Malawi and Britain, describing Malawi as a “one country whose strong partnerships remain key to building a resilient security sector.” 

The Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP) responsible for Operations, Mr. Stain Chaima, has issued a stern warning to all Traffic officers and Regional Operations officers against engaging in corrupt practices. 

He particularly rebuked instances whereby traffic officers are accused of soliciting bribes from motorists.

In commemorating the International Gun Destruction Day, the Malawi Police Service (MPS) has destroyed 733 illegal firearms confiscated from various individuals, in a bid to reduce the proliferation of firearms and enhance national security.

The exercise took place at National Police Headquarters in Lilongwe, where Deputy Inspector General responsible for Operations, Mr. Ackis Muwanga, who was the guest of honour, urged citizens to support MPS in building communities free from the threat of gun-related violence.

The Reserve Bank of Malawi (RBM) has reiterated that financial literacy among its stakeholders is vital in supporting the central bank’s efforts to manage the country’s economy.

Speaking on Thursday, 26 June 2025, during a Financial Literacy and Monetary Policy training held in Salima, RBM’s Director of Public Relations, Boston Maliketi Banda, stressed the significant role the media play in informing the public about financial matters. 

The newly built Victim Support Unit (VSU) and awareness campaign on Professional Standards Services have brought excitement and relief to the residents of Jali in Zomba.

Commissioner of Police for the Eastern Region, Mrs. Chikondi Chingadza, expressed confidence that the facility will help curb gender-based violence. She made the remarks on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at Jali Trading Centre during a sensitization event.

The Lilongwe Water Board (LWB) has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Malawi Police Service (MPS) to enhance the protection of water infrastructure and combat vandalism. 

The signing ceremony took place on March 7, 2025, at the National Police Headquarters.

Through this partnership, LWB will have dedicated police officers stationed within its premises at a newly established police unit to provide security and assist in handling related cases.

Police have arrested two men, Stephano Nkhata Phiri (23) from Dowa and Harold Chiponde (43) from Lilongwe, on suspicion of planning to vandalize an ESCOM transformer at Matchaya Prison in Kasungu. 

Detectives from the National Police Headquarters acted swiftly after well-wishers reported suspicious activity at Kanengo Minibus Depot. 

The suspects, who were travelling in a lorry, were immediately taken into custody. 

A search of their bag revealed a cutter, panga knives, an empty sack, and mud-stained clothes—items commonly associated with transformer vandalism.