Blantyre City Council

30/05/2026

MAYOR OSMAN AND DIRECTOR NKATA UNDERTAKE LEARNING VISIT TO HANNOVER, GERMANY

His Worship the Mayor of Blantyre City, Councillor Isaac Jomo Osman, accompanied by the Director of Administrative Services, Mr. Lytton Nkata, recently undertook a two-day learning and exchange visit to Hannover, Germany, as part of the long-standing partnership between the two cities.

The visit, which took place from 26 to 27 May 2026, focused on strengthening cooperation in sustainable urban development, environmental management, climate change adaptation, and waste management.
On the first day, the delegation toured the Herrenhausen Wastewater Treatment Plant, where they gained first-hand knowledge of modern wastewater treatment systems and sanitation management practices. The tour was conducted by officials from Hannover's Urban Drainage Department and provided valuable insights into innovative approaches to urban sanitation and environmental protection.

The delegation later visited Hannover's New Town Hall, where they explored the city's historical and urban development models and visited the Twin Cities Park. They also held discussions with Silvia Hesse, Chairperson of the Friendship Circle Malawi, and exchanged experiences on ongoing and potential development projects between Hannover and Blantyre. The programme included a visit to a recycling depot to appreciate best practices in waste recycling and resource recovery.

In the evening, the Mayor and Director attended a welcome dinner hosted by Hannover's Deputy Mayor, Monica Plate, alongside officials from the International Culture Department, Sustainability Office, and representatives of the Friendship Circle Malawi.

On the second day, the delegation participated in a guided tour on "Growing Cities in the Context of Climate Change," led by Johannes Drechsel, Head of the Department for Forests, Landscapes and Nature Conservation. The tour showcased how Hannover is integrating climate resilience, environmental conservation, and sustainable urban planning into its development agenda.
Speaking after the visit, Councillor Osman described the exchange programme as highly beneficial, noting that the lessons learned in wastewater management, recycling, environmental conservation, and climate change adaptation would help inform Blantyre City's efforts to build a cleaner, greener, and more resilient city.
Mr. Nkata also emphasized the importance of international partnerships in promoting knowledge sharing and strengthening institutional capacity to address urban development challenges.

The visit reaffirmed the strong friendship and cooperation between Blantyre and Hannover and highlighted the shared commitment of the two cities to advancing sustainable development and improving the quality of life for their residents.

27/05/2026

BLANTYRE CITY COUNCIL RECEIVES ROAD MARKING MATERIALS FROM TOTALENERGIES

Today, 27 May 2026, Blantyre City Council received a donation of road marking materials from TotalEnergies to support the painting of pedestrian crossings within the Central Business District (CBD). The donation included 35 litres of white paint, 35 litres of yellow paint, and 15 litres of thinners.

Speaking during the handover ceremony, Vice Mayor Councillor Gerald Lipikwe commended TotalEnergies Malawi for the timely support, saying the donation will help improve road safety for pedestrians and motorists within the City.

“This donation comes at a very important time when the Council is intensifying efforts to improve road safety within the CBD. Clearly marked pedestrian crossings are critical in reducing road accidents and protecting lives,” said Councillor Lipikwe.

Sekaninge Kaliati, Corporate Affairs Manager for TotalEnergies, said the company remains committed to supporting initiatives that promote safety and community wellbeing.

Chief Executive Officer for Blantyre City Council, Costly Chanza, thanked TotalEnergies Malawi for their unwavering support towards the Council’s initiatives.

“We sincerely appreciate TotalEnergies Malawi for this timely and meaningful support.Their unwavering commitment to supporting community initiatives demonstrates the importance of strong partnerships in creating a safer and more organised city environment for residents and visitors alike,” said Chanza.

The Council expressed gratitude for the continued partnership, noting that the donated materials will help improve the visibility of pedestrian crossings and contribute to safer roads in Blantyre City.

26/05/2026

13/05/2026

BLANTYRE CITY COUNCIL RECEIVES FIRE ENGINE TO BOOST EMERGENCY RESPONSE

Blantyre City Council has received a fire engine from Sharja Charity House to strengthen emergency response and improve service delivery.

The handover ceremony, held on 12 May 2026 at the Civic Centre, was presided over by His Worship Councillor Isaac Jomo Osman, Mayor of Blantyre City.

The Mayor thanked the donor, saying:

“We sincerely thank Sharja Charity House for this generous support. This will ease the shortage of fire engines in the city and ensure fire services are delivered in good time, saving lives and property.”

Zishan J. Balwan of Sharja Charity House said the donation reflects their CSR commitment:

“We understand the challenges the Council faces in delivering essential services. As part of our CSR, we are pleased to support Blantyre City Council with this fire engine and financial assistance to strengthen emergency response capacity.”

The donation also includes MK5 million for operations and service delivery to enhance efficiency in emergency response.

13/05/2026

BCC COMMISSIONS NASOLO BRIDGE IN NDIRANDE

His Worship Councillor Isaac Jomo Osman on 12 May 2026 presided over the commissioning of the newly rehabilitated Nasolo Bridge in Ndirande, marking a major improvement in infrastructure and accessibility for the area.

Speaking during the ceremony, Mayor Osman thanked the Malawi Government and Beit Trust for funding the project and urged the community to protect the bridge and avoid conducting business along it to prevent accidents.

“We are grateful to the Malawi Government and Beit Trust for making this project possible. I therefore call upon the community to take good care of this bridge and avoid conducting business along the bridge in order to prevent accidents,” said Mayor Osman.

A Trustee from Beit Trust, David Long, assured the community that the bridge was built to last for many years if properly maintained.

“This bridge can survive for 100 years if the community takes care of it. If you take care of the bridge, the bridge will also take care of you,” said Long.

The commissioning attracted government officials, community leaders, and residents who welcomed the development as a major milestone in improving safety, mobility, and resilience in the area.

The project was implemented to address persistent flooding that previously caused overtopping, traffic disruptions, and safety risks to motorists, pedestrians, traders, and nearby communities and was funded by the Malawi Government and Beit Trust at a cost of 1.2 billion Malawi kwacha.

30/04/2026

MAYOR OSMAN LEADS POLIO VACCINATION SUPERVISION IN BLANTYRE

Blantyre City Mayor, His Worship Councillor Isaac Jomo Osman, today supervised the ongoing polio vaccination campaign in Ndirande LEA, Matope and Mbayani Primary Schools, where he also administered the vaccine to a few children.

The campaign, running from 27 to 30 April 2026, targets all children from 0 to less than 10 years old, with a possible extension to Friday to ensure that every eligible child is vaccinated.

The age group was broadened following the detection of a polio positive case involving a 7-year-old child in Blantyre.

Speaking during the exercise, Mayor Osman urged parents and guardians to ensure all eligible children are vaccinated.

“Protect every child. Vaccinate against polio,” said Councillor Isaac Jomo Osman.

Chief Preventive Health Officer Innocent Mvula said the campaign aims to stop the spread of the type 2 poliovirus.

“The overall goal is to interrupt transmission of the type 2 polio virus following its detection in Blantyre through vaccinating all children under 10 years,” said Mvula.

He added that the campaign seeks to vaccinate 6 million children nationwide, including 437,000 children in Blantyre, and will help reduce child mortality and prevent permanent disability, thereby improving learning outcomes.

This vaccination initiative was supported by UNICEF.