MALAWI – Divergent views over abortion referendum

By Pemphero Malimba
22 Apr 2026

Debate has emerged over renewed calls for a referendum to decide whether Malawi should proceed with reforms to the legal framework governing abortion.

Chairperson of the Parliamentary Committee on Health, Anthony Masamba, has made the proposal.

Continued; https://www.pressreader.com/malawi/the-daily-times-malawi/20260422/281586657184049


Malawi – Masamba calls for stronger national action on women’s health rights

Dec 01, 2025 
Eric Chiputula 

Parliamentary Committee on Health chairperson Anthony Masamba has called on Malawi to move beyond policy dialogue and implement concrete measures to advance women’s sexual and reproductive health rights.

Speaking during a day-long engagement on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) and access to safe abortion services in Salima, the Mchinji North East legislator told policymakers, civil society leaders, and health experts that ongoing discussions are crucial to improving the lives of millions of women and girls.

Continued : https://malawi24.com/2025/12/01/masamba-calls-for-stronger-national-action-on-womens-health-rights/