1. THE WHO ? Matilda Phiri is a multiple award-winning Malawian author, blogger, poet, model, actress, and entrepreneur based in Blantyre . She holds a degree in Political Leadership with a minor in Social Work from Catholic University of Malawi . She did her primary education at Nayisi and Misesa LEA Schools and later attended Blantyre Secondary School . Matilda is the author of six books and a passionate storyteller whose work continues to grow both locally and internationally. 2. THE WHAT? Matilda writes short stories, poems, folktales, essays, articles, movie scripts, and radio plays. Her work explores themes of society, morality, personal struggles, culture, love, and life lessons, often reflecting everyday African experiences. 3. THE HOW? Matilda writes in a clear, engaging, and reflective storytelling style, blending simple language with powerful messages. Her stories often carry moral lessons and social commentary, using relatable characters and situations that connect deeply ...

The late DD Phiri (Author)  On the Sunday morning of March 24th, 2019, I woke up to the news of the passing of Dada DD Phiri, the Malawian veteran author, economist, historian, and playwright. The legend is gone, but his legacy still lives on. Fellow writers were saddened to hear this news as we lost a friend, member, mentor, and role model. He inspired us a lot and encouraged us to keep writing. To the nation, we also lost a hero who inspired many people and countless youths through his amazing writing. We will always remember him for the impact he left on different writers' lives and on Malawian literature. As a regular columnist in the nation newspaper, he published 17 books in the fields of history, sociology, and economics. Truly, he will always be remembered. Some of his books, like "Diniwe in Dreamland," "The History of Malawi," and "From Nguni to Ngoni," are great Malawian treasures. As writers, we are lobbying the government to honor him by na...

  I have written this article about MAWU, which stands for Malawi Writers Union. MAWU is a Malawian organization comprised of writers. Many individuals often inquire about the process of becoming a member of this Union and the benefits associated with joining. In this article, I will provide information about MAWU and extend a warm invitation to everyone interested in joining our Union. We also welcome sponsors who wish to support our endeavors. To register as a member or sponsor the Union, please contact the following phone numbers: +265 991332594 and +265 888708046.   Organizational Profile & Track Record   The Malawi Writers Union (MAWU) was formed in 1995 after the fall of one-party rule. The core objective was to bring back writers who fled into exile due to political ill-treatment and in the long run fight for the release of those who were imprisoned in the country’s notorious prisons. Besides that, the formation of such an organization was to bring back...