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MultiChoice celebrates Malawi Scorchers’ with DStv full kits

August 22, 2026

MultiChoice Malawi’s acting head of sales, Clive Malimero and DStv business sales executive, Norah Mkochi presented the kits * As part of its commitment to celebrating sporting excellence and recognising individuals who inspire the nation * The Malawi Scorchers have shown the country what is possible through determination, teamwork and belief By Duncan Mlanjira MultiChoice Malawi has honoured the Malawi Scorchers following their outstanding performance at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAfCON) Morocco 2026 and their qualification for…

Two more King Bossi motorbikes remaining to be won in BolaBet Malawi customer promotion

August 15, 2026

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Bolabet marketing manager Fiona Abril hands over the keys to the 7th winner Richard Kachedwa * As the competition enters final stretch that was launched on May 1, 2026 to reward nine motorbikes across the country * The 7th winner is Lilongwe-based Richard Kachedwa, states that the prize will make a real difference in his life By Duncan Mlanjira Launched on Labour Day, May 1, 2026, BolaBet Malawi customer promotion is on its final stretch having rewarded seven lucky…

Mzimba Heritage Association holds plans to turn Umthetho Cultural Festival’s Hora Heritage Site into a top-notch tourist destination

August 9, 2026

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* The ambitious plans include constructing a hotel, golf course and dormitories By Joel Phiri, Malawi News Agency (MANA) Paramount Chief M’mbelwa V said Mzimba Heritage Association has big plans to transform Umthetho Cultural Festival’s Hora Heritage Site into a top-notch tourist destination. M’mbelwa V said this on Saturday in Mzimba during this year’s Umthetho Cultural Festival held at the traditional venue, under the theme; ‘Mzimba United for Land Preservation and Sustainable Development’. “We want to construct a hotel,…

‘Becoming a good filmmaker is about telling stories that touch people’s souls’

August 3, 2026

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* The art of connection is in crafting stories that resonate with and captivate audiences * Entertainment is ultimately a form of communication, forging human connections through the power of authentic content that stirs human emotions * An industry built on entertainment carries great mystique, with thousands of aspiring filmmakers dreaming of entering the sector By Duncan Mlanjira Two of Africa’s leading television content executives, Nomsa Philiso and Dr Busola Tejumola take cognizance that there are excellent training academies…

Payments made to foreign artists for performances and related engagements in Malawi subject to tax

July 31, 2026

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* In accordance with the Taxation Act under Section 11 unless specifically exempted under the provisions of the Act * Announced jointly by MRA, Copyright Society of Malawi (COSOMA), Malawi Censorship Board and Musicians Union of Malawi By Duncan Mlanjira Payments made to foreign artists for performances and related engagements in Malawi are subject to tax in accordance with the Taxation Act. In a joint statement from Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA), the Copyright Society of Malawi (COSOMA) and the…

‘Future of Malawi’s film industry is incredibly bright’—MultiChoice Malawi on premiere success of ‘Insecurities’

July 29, 2026

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* The Malawian film produced by alumni of MultiChoice Talent Factory led by Asante Elsante Mbaimbai * Their passion, professionalism and creativity are helping shape a vibrant local content industry * While creating opportunities for future generations of filmmakers—MultiChoice Malawi acting CEO, Lunia Msuku Bandawe By Duncan Mlanjira The premiere success of ‘Insecurities’, the Malawian film produced by alumni of MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) led by Asante Elsante Mbaimbai, affirms that the future of the country’s film industry “is…

Malawi Government moves to address digital piracy

July 23, 2026

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* Digital piracy in Malawi was being sustained by a combination of technological, regulatory, financial and behavioural factors and Malawi was losing a lot of revenue through the vice * When we stream illegally, we deny production crews their pay, musicians their royalties, government its tax revenue and weaken the very industry we claim to support By Pempho Nkhoma, Malawi News Agency (MANA) Director of Government Communication Services, Deogratias Mmana states that a proactive step has been taken against…

Malawi’s MultiChoice Talent Factory graduate Asante Mbaimbai and Nana Films produces drama series ‘Insecurities’

July 9, 2026

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* Together with co-founders of Nana Films, who are Mbaimbai’s fellow alumni of MultiChoice Talent Factory * The 12-episode series, which explores themes of love, relationships, identity, and self-discovery in contemporary Malawi, will premiere on July 25, 2026 at Kweza Afrika, starting at 19h00 By Duncan Mlanjira Asante Mbaimbai, who-graduated-from-MultiChoice-Talent-Factory-(MTF)-academy-in-the-cohort-of-2022, has collaborated with fellow MTF alumni, who are co-founders of Nana Films, to produce drama series ‘Insecurities’ — which will premiere on July 25, 2026 at Kweza Afrika, starting…

Mulhako wa Alhomwe website to enable people to learn Lhomwe language, access the tribe’s history and follow its celebration activities

July 7, 2026

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* We are a big community, and it is important that we document and protect our history for future generations—Board of Trustees chairperson Muchanakhwaye Mpuluka By Patience Longwe, Malawi News Agency (MANA) Mulhako wa Alhomwe Cultural Herotage has launched its website, https://alhomwe.mw/, which is set to connect Lhomwe people worldwide and preserve the tribe’s history for future generations. The launch was held at a fundraising dinner at Sunbird Capital where the organisation’s Board of Trustees chairperson, Muchanakhwaye Mpuluka, said…

CANAL+ and Samsung roll out pre-installation of MultiChoice Group’s DStv Stream app on Samsung Smart TVs across English and Portuguese-speaking African markets

June 25, 2026

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* Through this integration, Samsung users will benefit from simplified access to the full breadth of content available on DStv Stream * Including the entire FIFA World Cup 2026™, the English Premier League, and domestic and international rugby competitions, alongside a rich offering of local and international entertainment content By Duncan Mlanjira CANAL+ and Samsung announces the roll-out of pre-installation of MultiChoice Group’s DStv Stream app on Samsung Smart TVs across English and Portuguese-speaking African markets served by MultiChoice Group as…