* She was withdrawn from Lake Malawi for routine servicing on March 27 this year, after its anchor developed a fault * On its voyages every week from Monkey Bay in Mangochi, MV Illala is overloaded with passengers and cargo as it has sail without leaving anyone behind * As she crosses the lake all the way north to Chilumba — about 480km from Monkey Bay before returning to base at Monkey Bay MANA & Maravi Express MV Illala,…
* The world’s two biggest economies are now locked in a trade war unlike anything we’ve seen for decades — this could get awkward * President Trump seems to believe tariffs can be used to reduce China’s global influence or at least check its rise * The IMF concludes that tariffs will do none of these things in the short-term but will inflict immense economic damage to the United States and many other countries with which it trades By…
Kachingwe (left) handing over the symbolic cheque to Luhanga * To be held under the theme; ‘Unlocking Private Sector-led Growth: Strategies for Economic Transformation’ * By participating in this summit, we are not only supporting MCCCI’s initiatives but also demonstrating our dedication to the collective progress of Malawi’s business community Maravi Express Illovo Sugar Malawi Plc has contributed K8 million as support towards Malawi Confederation of Chambers of Commerce & Industry (MCCI’s) Business Leaders Summit 2025 starting in Mangochi…
* His body is currently laid out in the coffin in the chapel of the Santa Marta residence where he lived during his 12-year papacy * Papal funerals have historically been very elaborate, but instructions set out by Francis are much simpler * He will be the first Pope in more than a century not to be buried in the crypt of St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican. Instead, he will be laid to rest in Rome’s Basilica of…
The first leg tie at Kamuzu Stadium on April 12 * Mighty Wanderers’ go into the second leg with a 1-0 lead Karonga United at Karonga Stadium scheduled for the next day at Karonga Stadium Maravi Express Football Association of Malawi (FAM) has confirmed that the second leg of the Airtel Top 8 2025 quarterfinal between Creck Sporting Club and defending champions, Nyasa Big Bullets — whose first leg ended 0-0 at Kamuzu Stadium on April 12 — will…
Carrie Evans with the children who are supported by their elder brother * The appeal on https://gofund.me/4beffb59 has raised more than half of the £1,000, as reported yesterday, April 21 by UK’s East Lothian Courier online * She discovered them while teaching English, expressive arts and science at Devine Destiny Academy Primary School at Manja in Blantyre * We are hoping to raise enough money to buy beds, clothes, house supplies and food. Rising food costs in Malawi are…
* From the first auditions, you could tell the competition this season is going to be tough * There were strong voices, bold performances, and yes, a few funny and unexpected moments * That reminded everyone why the audition stage is a fan favourite By Duncan Mlanjira The countdown is officially over — Nigerian Idol Season 10 has hit the stage with a bang with its host IK Osakioduwa, whose premiere brought jaw-dropping talent, electric energy and all the…
* Though his time at our club lasted less than three seasons before his return to Lali Lubani Road, his impact was indelible * He was admired for his exceptional skill, leadership, integrity and unwavering dedication to the game —Bullets club president Konrad Buckle * This is a huge loss for football in Malawi. We’ve lost more than a coach, we’ve lost a mentor, a leader, and a friend—Limbani Magomero * As tributes continue to pour in ahead of…
* Yasin Osman was a dedicated and passionate member of the club’s technical team whose contributions were invaluable * His commitment, his professionalism and love for the game left a lasting impact on the team and the entire Wanderers family By Duncan Mlanjira Yasin Osman, the star player who brought to the fore the rivalry between Mighty Wanderers and Bata Bullets when defected to Bullets in 1968, has passed on at the age of 75. A statement from Mighty…
* He will always be remembered for his courage in advocating for reform in governance worldwide, which he himself led by example * Through radical reforms he advanced in the Catholic Church including the ‘Encyclical Laudatory si’ By Duncan Mlanjira In joining the world in paying tribute to late Pope Francis, who peacefully passed on today, Easter Monday, Malawi President Lazarus Chakwera said in his statement that the 266th Pontiff “leaves behind a legacy of faith, compassion, love and…