Standard Bank earns Bank of the Year 2022-Malawi award from The Banker Magazine

* The Banker has been a trusted source of banking information since 1926 * Navigating its way through over 90 years of banking coverage with a reputation of accuracy, authority, and integrity * We feel greatly honored that our services and impact have been appreciated globally—Phillip Madinga * Our focus continues to lean towards enhancing economic development of the country By Duncan Mlanjira Standard Bank Plc’s zeal and determination in driving the country’s economic growth — coupled with excellent…

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FDH Bank Plc invests K45 million to Rise & Shine Group under FDH Graduate Start-up Program

Chitera poses with the pioneering learners of Rise & Shine Private Primary School * Program was initiated after getting concerned with the rising number of unemployment among graduates * Majority of students think they will get employment soon after graduating, which is never the case * Through this programe, we are trying to encourage students to start thinking of venturing into entrepreneurship * We have also engaged lecturers to encourage their students to think of good business ideas to…

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CAMA faults Ministers of Finance, Tourism, Education, Health, Local Government and RBM Governor as Chakwera’s “weakest link” in reviving the economy

Finance Minister Sosten Gwengwe signing an agreement which Malawians have widely criticised * These are key Ministries that can drive your vision and deliver your Hi-5 Agenda * Unfortunately, over time, these key Ministries and institutions are struggling and suffering from poor leadership * The Cabinet has failed as can be evidenced by the current poor quality of service delivery from various Government departments By Duncan Mlanjira Consumer Association of Malawi (CAMA) contends that President Lazarus Chakwera needs the…

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Malawi secures momentous US$6.85 billion from Belgium’s BRIDGIN Foundation

Prof. Tanko Mouhamadou hands over the signed agreement to Finance Minister, Sosten Gwengwe * To construct M’mbelwa University to build the nation’s capacity in the production and management of animal resources * To increase our electricity generation capacity to 1000MW * To build 25-story twin towers at Capital Hill to house modern offices for Government * To build new cities and construction of a Medical City in Chileka, Blantyre, with satellites in Lilongwe and Mzuzu * To move the…

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CCAP’s Rev. Maulidi amplifies the outcry and scorn and against corruption that is eroding Malawi

* He impressed university students that they will soon be leaders in the corporate world, all arms of government and in the private sector * Hence the need for them to utilise every chance and bring about change * By ensuring the promotion of accountability and transparency  at all levels By Duncan Mlanjira Church of Central Africa Presbyterian (CCAP), Rev. Baxton Maulidi — who is the All African Conference of Churches Economic Justice & Accountability Ambassador — has reached…

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Minister Mtambo for economic revolution

* During a public lecture titled ‘road to Malawi’s economic recovery: is the current state a problem of our own making?’ * That unpacked a number of causes to the stagnant low economic status which Malawi is facing * And provided yet a good number of solutions that would help Malawi to recover economically By Victor Singano Jnr, Correspondent  Minister of National Unity, Timothy Pagonachi Mtambo has said the country needs economic and industrial revolution in its quest of…

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SAfD demands Zamba’s resignation as SPC over Buluma’s fiasco; Or Chakwera should fire her

SPC Colleen Zamba * For displaying significant and colossal disregard to the law, due diligence  and proper procedure * In applying herself and the weight of her office in the manner she handled Buluma’s dismissal * Accuses Zamba of recklessness in the way she handled a determination by the Ombudsman * That nullified Buluma from holding the position of acting CEO at NOCMA * Alleging that Zamba “anarchically responded to the Ombudsman with a letter instead of taking recourse…

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Bolt speed: TNM boosts Internet speed and agility with fibre

* The fibre internet compliments the telco’s strategic intention in accelerating digital adaptation * Our goal is to provide enhanced experience to our valued customers in the digital ecosystem * The fibre packages will enable subscribers to be connected to super reliable fast internet * In the process contributing to our overall vision of becoming Malawi’s leading digital services provider By Duncan Mlanjira TNM Plc, Malawi’s pioneer mobile network and ICT services provider, has unveiled fibre packages to provide…

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CDH Investment Bank invests K15m to University of Caroline school block construction project at Dzama in Lilongwe

* This is part of CDHIB’s 10th anniversary celebration activities that seeks to continue creating value * By giving back to the community through supporting initiatives that will help develop the nation * The bank values partnership and teamwork and is honored to partner with UNC Project By John Saukira  In its commitment to support and improve access to education through shelter that will support learners with proper infrastructure to realise their future dreams, CDH Investment Bank (CDHIB) K15…

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Mzuni’s Culinary Art degree programme upskills creativity with local foods to boost domestic tourism

* This is after realizing that domestic tourism is booming and that the industry is opening up to local market * We teach all aspect of the hospitality profession from operations to management and strategic management Analysis by Duncan Mlanjira As Malawi’s hospitality industry is opening up in their dining spaces to promote local dishes targeting domestic tourism market, Mzuzu University offers Culinary Art Degree, which encourages creativity with local foods. In an interview, Mzuni lecturer, Dr. Lameck Khonje…

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