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9 lessons on leadership: A tribute from Dr. Atikonda Mtenje-Mkochi to Prof. Address Malata as she exists MUST as Vice-Chancellor

July 11, 2026

* Prof. Malata frequently anchored her speeches with a defining question: “After all is said and done, what difference will you have made?” * Beyond the brick and mortar, one of the most powerful values she has engraved in our hearts is her commitment to mentorship By Duncan Mlanjira On June 2026, the University Council of the Malawi University of Science and Technology officially announced the retirement of its Vice-Chancellor, Professor Address Mauakowa Malata by unveiling Associate Professor Mwapatsa…

NICO Group to invest deeply into Ascent Soccer’s mission of creating life-changing opportunities for talented young Malawians

July 9, 2026

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* Through football, education and leadership development — a partnership reflects NICO Group’s commitment to investing in initiatives that create meaningful and lasting impact * We chose to support Ascent Soccer because we believe in what they are doing to transform football in Malawi * They have a proven track record of developing talent, and their commitment to education is what has compelled us to work with them By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi’s most successful football academy, Ascent Soccer has…

‘Young Malawian Chevening Scholars are the bedrock of our country’s future’—Malawi High Commissioner to UK Dr. Thomas Bisika

July 3, 2026

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* As he welcomes the Malawian Chevening Scholars 2026 cohort represented by Alpha Kishindo, Alfred Gadama, Mirriam Francesca Nkosi, Slyviah Chisi, Dr. Issac Yiwombe and Evans Kagwira * The knowledge they acquire through prestigious programmes like Chevening Scholarships is an investment in Malawi’s growth * Malawi is immensely proud of its international scholars and we look forward to seeing the incredible impact these scholars will have, both during their studies and upon their return home By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi…

Standard Bank boosts KUHeS ICT academic system with K32m worth of servers

July 3, 2026

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* The support is timely as KUHeS is trying to shift our focus towards digital education Maravi Express In its endeavour to improve information, technology & communication (ICT) skills among students, Standard Bank Plc has donated four Dell PowerEdge servers worth K32 million to Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS). In his vote of thanks at the handover in Lilongwe, KUHeS Executive Dean, Genesis Chorwe-Sungani said the investment will boost the university’s shift towards digital education. “The support is…

Ecobank Malawi signs Green Financing partnership with Sky Energy Africa to enable academic institutions to access financing for renewable energy solutions

July 1, 2026

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* As it also launches Banking4Education Value Proposition, a dedicated banking proposition that provides tailored financial, digital banking, payment and financing solutions for schools and businesses operating within the education sector * Education is one of the most important investments any nation can make, and educational institutions deserve financial solutions that recognise their unique needs and ambitions By Duncan Mlanjira On the official launch of Banking4Education-programme-Ecobank-Malawi has also signed a Green Financing partnership with Sky Energy Africa to enable…

Othakarhaka Foundation founder Ida Puliwa Mwango’s modest demeanor described as ‘greatness that does not always announce itself with noise’

June 26, 2026

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* I had no idea that our Mulanje district keeps such a simple-looking, humble, and yet powerfully unstoppable woman * Through the Othakarhaka, over 3,000 students have received bursaries and also transforming communities * Through healthcare, youth skills development, sustainable agriculture, and housing support for the most vulnerable * As Othakarhaka welcomes two volunteers from the US with a shared passion for economic development and meaningful community impact in rural areas By Duncan Mlanjira The modest and humble demeanor of…

Airtel Africa Foundation publishes inaugural annual report of impacting millions of learners and communities across Africa

June 12, 2026

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* Committed US$6.2 million to interventions across its four strategic pillars of ‘Financial Inclusion’, ‘Education’, ‘Environmental Sustainability’ and ‘Digital Inclusion’ (FEED) * With education receiving the largest share of investment, whose key achievements include connecting 1,028 schools to the internet through its partnership with UNICEF By Duncan Mlanjira Airtel Africa Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Airtel Africa Plc, has released its inaugural annual report, marking its first full year of delivery and impacting millions of learners and communities across…

Standard Bank director Alan Chinula donates his CSR retirement financial package of K10m to school in Mzimba

June 4, 2026

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Chinula flanked by Tamanda Ng’ombe (left) and Head of Legal & Governance Nora Nsanja * Standard Bank Plc has a corporate social responsibility (CSR) policy that allows retiring board members to choose a community project to benefit from its financial donations * I did not hesitate to choose Milala in Inkosi Mbelwa’s area because of the passion I have for the school — where my education journey began before going to Mzuzu Govt Secondary, and later Law School By…

MEC chairperson Justice Mtalimanja implores on CUNIMA graduands to be thoughtful professionals, ethical leaders, responsible citizens and faithful servants of God and country

May 29, 2026

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* As she graces the 25th graduation ceremony of the Catholic University of Malawi (CUNIMA)-Montfont Campus where a total of 1,704 students have been awarded degrees, diplomas and certificates in various programmes * Success in life depends on more than intelligence — it requires humility, discipline, hard work, ethics and integrity, emotional maturity, timing, faith, and perseverance By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) chairperson, Justice Annabel Mtalimanja has asked Catholic University of Malawi (CUNIMA) graduands to thrive for…

Courageous Kids Foundation entices the public to buy the farm produce it has harvested

May 23, 2026

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* Available at its premises in Mpemba and offers to deliver by contacting Director Courageous Musasa on 0990 380 229/0888 855 878 * Revenue to be generated is towards the upkeep of 98 children for their food, education, care and hope for their future By Duncan Mlanjira Courageous Kids Foundation has harvested its farm produce and entices the public to support them by buying them off their excess fresh foods that include onions, vegetables, sweet potatoes, bananas and many….