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Standard Bank unveils Financial Fitness Academy designed to improve financial literacy
June 23, 2025
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Standard bank Chief Executive, Phillip Madinga at the launch * Launched on June 19 in Lilongwe, the service is free that is offered to all Malawians (Standard Bank clients and none account holders) in cognizance that financial literacy is a necessity * At Standard Bank, we believe that Malawi is our home, and we drive her growth — hence we want to fill the gap in financial knowledge * In today’s fast-changing economic environment, knowing how to manage one’s…

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Iran warns US strikes will have ‘everlasting consequences’ as Trump says nuclear sites ‘obliterated’
June 22, 2025
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Trump addressing the media  * US attack ‘Operation Midnight Hammer’ involved more than 125 aircraft and the use of some B-2 bombers that were deployed over the Pacific as a “decoy” * Iran’s foreign minister accused the US of crossing a “very big red line” and said he does not know how much “room is left for diplomacy” By CNN & Al Jazeera US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff claim operation…

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Will a South American team win the FIFA Club World Cup ‘25?
June 22, 2025
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* There are six teams from South America taking part in the new 32-team format, Botafogo, Flamengo and Fluminense from Brazil, while Boca Juniors and River Plate are representing Argentina * All six were unbeaten after nine matches — with Palmeiras, Botafogo, Flamengo and River Plate topping their respective groups * However, that run ended when Boca Juniors lost 1-2 to Bayern Munich in the early hours of Saturday By Neil Johnston, BBC Sport Flamengo boss Filipe Luis says…

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Mamelodi Sundowns trouble Germany’s Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund though losing 3-4 at FIFA Club World Cup ‘25
June 22, 2025
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* The scintillating attacking play of Sundowns — particularly in the first half — thrilled their travelling supporters and Ribeiro Costa’s goal is a contender for goal of the tournament * The technical ability he showed to evade two challenges and the way he accelerated away was befitting of a final By Alex Brotherton, BBC Sport Germany’s Bundesliga side, Borussia Dortmund were outplayed for large parts of an entertaining FIFA Club World Cup ‘25 contest coming from behind to…

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Fans not satisfied with Scorchers’ performance in past four international friendlies
June 22, 2025
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* Fans express their dissatisfaction on coach Fazili’s assertion that he is building a team — mpaka liti (until when)? * This is worrisome now, the results are denting the image of the foreigh-based players like Tabitha and Kadzere Analysis by Duncan Mlanjira After beating Zambia 3-2 in February in the second friendly match following a 0-2  defeat three days earlier, Malawi Scorchers went on to lose 0-4 on aggregate (0-2 each in two games) against South Africa in…

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BBNaija Reunion show promises drama, revelations and closure on its return from tomorrow
June 22, 2025
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* Reunites the unforgettable housemates from the 9th season for a tell-all series filled with explosive conversations, emotional moments and unfiltered truths * The Reunion Show, a staple of the BBNaija franchise, gives fans a look into what happened after the cameras stopped rolling Maravi Express One of television’s most talked-about reality reunion is back — the Big Brother Naija S9 Reunion Show, who premieres tomorrow, June 23, reuniting the unforgettable housemates from the 9th season for a tell-all…

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Red Lions hot on the heels of NBS Bank NDL leaders Mitundu Baptist as both record victories in Week 5
June 22, 2025
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* Mitundu Baptist’s Rahim Mtondera is still the top scorer with 7 goals scored so far in the race for the Golden Boot * He scored the all-important winner against Chilumba Barracks from the penalty spot in 90+1 minutes By Duncan Mlanjira Red Lions beat FOMO FC 2-0 at Balaka Stadium yesterday to keep pace with NBS Bank National Division League (NDL) leaders, Mitundu Baptist tying at 12 points but Mitundu, who triumphed 1-0 over Chilumba Barracks FC, at…

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Women Lawyers Association empowers students through legal clinics
June 21, 2025
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A Gumbo CDSS student participating during panel discussion * Mostly people focus on the physical form of violence not knowing that there is also emotional violence * As well as economical violence and we hope legal clinics like these will help them get more insight By Winfrida Kamwana, MANA AT a student legal clinic that was held at Gumba Community Day Secondary School (CDSS) in Mchinji, Women Lawyers Association (WLA) said it is dedicated in bringing positive change in…

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Presidential candidates now at 13 as PETRA’s Kamuzu Chibambo and independent Smart Swira join the race
June 21, 2025
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* MEC has released the Code of Conduct for the candidates and political parties which are being collected together with nomination papers * It was gazetted as a regulation and can also be downloaded from https://mec.org.mw/publications/ or by scanning the codes provided By Duncan Mlanjira With 87 days to go ahead of the September 16 general elections, Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has now issued 13 nomination papers for the presidential race after People’s Transformation Party (PETRA) president, Kamuzu Chibambo and…

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DStv Mzazi Magic’s historical drama on Shaka Zulu ‘Shaka iLembe continues as Season 2 Episode 2 celebrating Swati Royalty and culture from tomorrow June 22
June 21, 2025
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* The spotlight turns to eSwatini’s rich history, told through characters brought to life by local talent — and made possible by the blessing of His Majesty King Mswati III, who met with Bomb Productions in 2024 to discuss the respectful portrayal of Swati heritage By Duncan Mlanjira The powerful historical drama on great warrior king of the Ngonis and Zulus, Shaka Zulu through DStv’s Mzazi Magic’s ‘Shaka iLembe, continues as Season 2 Episode 2 celebrating Swati Royalty and…

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