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ACB investigating Ministry of Energy on MAREP 9
June 24, 2021
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By Tione Andsen, MANA THE Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) is investigating Ministry of Energy and has since restricted it from dealing with a contract to supply materials under Malawi Rural Electrification Project (MAREP) Phase 9. A press statement issued on Wednesday in Lilongwe, says the restriction notice is on a contract to supply MAREP Phase 9 materials under contract number 047/MoE-MAREP-PH9-G-NCB-2020/2021FY-08 in pursuant to its powers under section 23(1) of the Corrupt Practices Act, on June 23, 2021. The ACB…

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Bwanji Digital Creative Agency to host webinar on Female Economy on July 1
June 24, 2021
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Maravi Express Bwanji Digital Creative Agency — which is part of the southern African regional  communications group, Full Circle Comms — has organised a dynamic webinar titled ‘The Female Economy’ to unpack the rise in women’s financial influence. There will be five panelists at the event on Zoom, which will be facilitated by Malawian media personality Diana Liabuba on July 1 from 14:00hrs. “From outright acts of feminism to simply taking their well-deserved seat at the boardroom table, women…

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Government on track in reforms implementation—Vice-President Chilima
June 22, 2021
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Vice-President Chilima in Parliament  By Lily Kampani, MANA Vice-President Saulos Chilima told Parliament on Tuesday that the public sector reforms are being implemented with renewed vigour by all the stakeholders involved in the process. Chilima, who is also Minister responsible for Economic Planning and Development, and Public Sector Reforms, availed in Parliament to respond to questions regarding state of the reforms. “The first quarter review meetings we recently had have revealed that there is commendable progress of the reforms…

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NICO Life pays over K1.6 billion in CoVID-19 related death claims
June 22, 2021
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NICO Life CEO Eric Chapola  Maravi Express NICO Life has successfully paid out over K1.6 billion in CoVID-19 related death claims in 2021. In an interview, NICO Life Chief Executive Officer, Eric Chapola said the company understands the burden that comes along with the loss of an employee or a loved one and strives to provide the necessary support to the beneficiaries of the deceased. “The CoVID-19 pandemic came with a spike in deaths in Malawi and around the world,” Chapola…

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FDH Bank’s ambassador Namadingo completes construction of school block at Ngabu
June 22, 2021
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Dr. Namadingo flanked by Senior Chief Ngabu (left) and one of his donors Mansoor Karim * FDH Bank takes opportunity to open an agency Banki Pakhomo at Ngabu * As belated celebration of the International Day of the African Child By Duncan Mlanjira The country’s much loved performing artist, Dr. Patience Namadingo used his influence and privilege as FDH Bank’s ambassador to complete construction of a school block at Ngabu in Chikwawa, which was officially handed over on Saturday….

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Tour company Paulendo Adventures organising Mulanje Sapitwa Hike adventure August 13-15
June 18, 2021
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By Duncan Mlanjira With the ever-present digital fatigue overwhelming our lives — from constantly scrolling Instagram, Facebook; waking up to sad news; to being available at a ping of an email — it’s so important to get out and get hiking to get away from it all at times. That can be done by connecting with nature — it’s mind calming and a good way to recharge, says local tour company, Paulendo Adventures on its flier enticing people to…

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Tour company Paulendo Adventures enticing Malawians for a Lake Malawi cruise to Likoma Island in September
June 18, 2021
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* To visit historical places such us St Peters Anglican Cathedral Mwala Belu; Mwala Phadzi * The fee is at K140,000 per person which caters for travel, accommodation, meals, entertainment By Duncan Mlanjira People who have not had the chance to visit Likoma Island can grab an opportunity that has presented itself that is being organised by local tour company, Paulendo Adventures for a Lake Malawi cruise aboard the historical MV Ilala from September 3-5. Paulendo Adventures is enticing…

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FDH Bank’s CEO William Mpinganjira delivers inspiring motivational talk to MSCE students at Chichiri Secondary School
June 16, 2021
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Mpinganjira interacting with the students * As the Bank launches nationwide Career Guidance mentorship initiative * This is in celebration of the International Day of the African Child which President Chakwera launched on Wednesday * On this Day of the African Child, FDH Bank is taking care of the community that has educated us By Duncan Mlanjira FDH Bank’s Group Chief Executive Officer, William Mpinganjira inspired students at Chichiri Secondary School with a motivational talk as the Bank launched…

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President Chakwera commits to honour local architects
June 15, 2021
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Chakwera being installed as second Malawi Institute of Architects patron after Dr. Hastings Kamuzu Banda * MIA’s expertise has been bypassed by many organizations and institutions in favour of cheap substitutes By Kondwani Magombo, MANA President Lazarus Chakwera says the Tonse-led administration will ensure that architects in the country are recognized by involving them in the design and development of the country’s infrastructural projects. The president made the commitment on Tuesday in Mangochi when he officially opened the Malawi…

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NICO Group launches its 50th anniversary celebration media visibility campaign; ‘The One’
June 15, 2021
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* Despite CoVID-19 challenges NICO continues to deliver superior financial products * Celebrating this golden anniversary is a very important milestone to still be standing strong, or perhaps even stronger, after 5 decades * NICO is the pioneer in financial services in many regards as it was the first company to list on the Malawi Stock Exchange in 1996 By Duncan Mlanjira NICO Group has officially launched its 50th anniversary celebration media visibility campaign as one of engaging with…

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