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Winter season begins in Malawi
May 2, 2024
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* It is a season that is characterized by windy and chilly weather conditions * Coupled with fog patches and rain drizzle, which is locally known as Chiperoni weather By Duncan Mlanjira From May Wednesday, May 1 marked the official beginning of the winter season in Malawi, which spans up to September 30, reports Department of Climate Change and Meteorological Services (DCCMS). It is “a season that is characterized by windy and chilly weather conditions, coupled with fog patches…

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Comforting that Chakwera’s administration always willing to engage and resolve issues relating to media freedoms—journalist Frank Phiri
May 2, 2024
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* Relations between media, the State House and government can’t always be expected to be rosy because the media’s role is that of a watchdog * But more work needs to be done — the Presidency must open up more to demonstrate that it’s not glossing over provisions of the Access to Information (ATI) law By Duncan Mlanjira After attending the Presidential Breakfast which President Lazarus Chakwera hosted at Kamuzu Palace this morning for Media Institute of Southern Africa…

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Chakwera distances himself from state and political harassment perpetuated on media practitioners using the police
May 2, 2024
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The President and First Lady arriving for the Presidential Breakfast with media practitioners at Kamuzu Palace * I can assure you that I have never once issued orders to the Police to arrest anyone, much less a journalist * Because such an order would be a violation of the very Constitution I swore an oath to protect By Duncan Mlanjira Ahead of the World Press Freedom Day 2024 to be globally commemorated tomorrow, May 3, President Lazarus Chakwera hosted…

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Digital airtime and data transactions to save forex; As scratch are being phased out
May 2, 2024
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* This is not brand new mechanism — most of the mobile network operators and mobile internet providers already provide digital top-ups * But what we have pushed is for a fast-tracking for fully adoption of digital ways and means of transactions By Lesnat Kenan, MANA Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) Director General Daud Suleman has highlighted the importance of phasing out physical airtime and data scratch cards in Malawi, saying this will help the country to save forex…

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FDH Bank assures Malawians of its commitment to offering best financial solutions; As it unveils FDH Salama Banking
May 2, 2024
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* It is our mission to create a conducive platform to every community when it comes to banking services * We discovered that majority of our Muslim community have been facing challenges when it comes to banking products that meet conditions of their religion By Victor Singano Jnr One of the leading financial service providers in the country, FDH Bank Plc has assured Malawians that it is one its major objective to ensure it satisfies its customers by offering…

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Real-time weather updates Zanyengo App officially launched alongside new website
May 2, 2024
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* Zanyengo App https://apkcombo.com/malawi-zanyengo-app/xdk.intel.zanyengoApp/ to be available for downloading on online Playstore * Bad weather is becoming a norm and there is need for the public to access updates technologically * Innovation to continue by adding SMS updates through mobile phone service providers By Duncan Mlanjira As bad weather is becoming a norm whose effects have greatly impacted the country social and economic livelihood, the Ministry of Natural Resources — through the Department of Climate Change & Meteorological Services…

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Standard Bank Be More Race 2024 to raise funds for KCH children’s Cancer Learning Centre
May 1, 2024
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* Their learning centre lacks learning resources, and we have seen it fit to intervene by using our annual race as a fund-raising platform * Underscores the connection that this year’s race theme, ‘Why We Run’ seeks to evoke By Duncan Mlanjira Standard Bank Plc has announced that proceeds from this year’s Be More Race on June 15 will go towards supporting the children’s Cancer Learning Centre of the Kamuzu Central Hospital (KCH) in Lilongwe. Speaking at Bingu National…

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‘Coordinated border management agencies collaboration crucial in reducing transit delays’
May 1, 2024
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* It is the government’s major target to end delays at borders  because it affects the people and the country’s development at large * It is our expectation that we’ll have an improved operations when our neighbours Mozambique conclude their CBM facility By Victor Singano Jnr Ministry of Trade & Industry has emphasized on the importance of working in collaboration among coordinated border management (CBM) agencies, saying the program helps in smoothening and making the border clearances efficient and…

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TNM staff engages in charitable work in major hospitals in deepening community connection with Green Touch initiative
May 1, 2024
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CEO Michel Hebert serves food to a child’s guardian * TNM recognizes the value of human connection, more especially in challenging times * By reaching out and touching the lives of others, we inspire hope, resilience, and solidarity Maravi Express In an effort to foster deeper connections and support within the community, employees at TNM Plc, engaged in charitable work across the country’s major hospitals through its Green Touch initiative. Green Touch initiative is a heartfelt program that calls…

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Taekwondo Master Yamikani Guba attains 4th medal of this year; Silver at Dome Open Championships 2024
April 30, 2024
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* In +87kg senior category of the Dome Open Championships 2024 held on Sunday at the Doncaster Dome Leisure Centre * I am looking forward to the upcoming events. It’s a busy schedule ahead but I am up to the task as I aim for another successful year By Duncan Mlanjira UK-based Malawian taekwondo Master, Yamikani Guba has attained a fourth medal of this year alone after winning silver in the +87kg senior category of the Dome Open Championships…

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