BY MATILDA PHIRI After Three Months of Marriage, This Happened: Addressing Issues of Intimacy Denial Dear Blogger, My wife has refused to sleep with me just three months into our marriage. This has become her habit. What could be the reasons behind this? She says she doesn’t have feelings for me? What should I do? Dear Unanimous MY ADVICE TO YOU: The journey of marriage is filled with both joyous and challenging moments. Among these challenges, one that frequently arises is the issue of intimacy between partners. In this article, we explore a common scenario where a woman denies physical intimacy to her husband, citing a lack of connection. We delve into the possible reasons behind this denial and offer advice on how couples can navigate this delicate situation. Understanding the Concerns: Intimacy is a vital aspect of any healthy marriage, fostering emotional and physical connection between partners. However, when a partner denies love making, it can lead to feelings of

                   MAN IN TROUBLE        By Alinafe Livia Gundo (Blosh96) Guest Writer  Name: Alinafe Livia Gundo PenName: blosh96 (liviasbooklet) Genre: ShortStory/Articles/Poems/Proses Profession: Social Worker Location: Malawi  MAN IN TROUBLE   “The world usually tells us that men can’t be victims of abuse. The media tells us men are just the perpetrators of violence, but never the victims. These are just myths. Domestic violence can and does happen to men too. But many men choose to remain silent because they think there’s no point in reporting the abuse and no one will ever believe them or they will be laughed at.’’   I got married to Zanille a year and a half ago; Our wedding was colorful, perfect just as she wanted it. The attire, the deco, the catering were all on point. We spent so much money on it.   5months into our marriage which I perceived to have been a happy home, Zanille started complaining of different things. She constantly said she needed to change