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Standard Bank sponsoring for Kenyan Grammy Award winner Bien to perform during ‘Live at Kumbali’ music concert

September 9, 2026

* ‘Live at Kumbali’ is one of the offerings under Standard Bank’s ‘Joy of the Arts’ platform, designed to grow arts, music and culture industries in Malawi * Bien will headline the concert, to be supported by a list of popular local artists that include Driemo, Praise Umali and Maggie Kadrum By Duncan Mlanjira For this year’s ‘Live at Kumbali’ music concert, Standard Bank has sponsored to bring in Kenyan Grammy Award winner, Bien-Aimé Alusa Baraza, to headline the…

Renowned scholar and poet Benedicto Wokomaatani Malunga launches three books

September 7, 2026

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* ‘Nasiwero ndi Ndakatulo Zina’, ‘Taming the State of Mind’ and ‘Writing Odyssey’ * He encourages Malawians to cultivate a culture of reading saying it acts as a bridge connecting the writers to their audiences By Mussa John Witness, Malawi News Agency (MANA) Renowned Malawian poet, scholar, translator, and higher education administrator, Dr. Benedicto Wokomaatani Malunga — best celebrated for the poem; ‘Ndidzakutengera Kunyanja Ligineti’ — has launched three books adding to a trove of literature he has authored….

Ekhaya Luxury Resort offers a lot more than just elegant hospitality

August 29, 2026

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* Discover the charm of Mangochi, its Lake Malawi beach and beyond — an excursion into Liwonde National Park to view wildlife * Dream weddings are best celebrated at Ekhaya Luxury Resort whose venue is free but simply choose your Silver, Gold or Platinum package to make your special day unforgettable By Duncan Mlanjira The business of Ekhaya is mostly renowned through its meat shops and through sponsorship of Ekhaya FC, the Cowboys but beyond is the at Ekhaya…

‘What a life Dolly Parton had’—Former US President Barack Obama

August 26, 2026

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* It’s hard to imagine many people having a bigger impact than Dolly Parton * Born in a one-room cabin, she earned 11 Grammys and an Emmy, built a business empire, helped millions of kids learn to read * As if that wasn’t enough, helped accelerate the research that led to the Moderna COVID vaccine Maravi Express Former U.S. President Barack Obama has joined the outpouring tributes following the passing queen of Country & Western music and humanitarian hero, Dolly…

Dolly Parton, queen of country music and humanitarian hero, dies aged 80

August 25, 2026

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* The music legend whose songs touched millions said she hoped to be remembered for her songwriting and as somebody who took her work seriously, but not herself * She once offered this advice: “Never ignore your roots, your home, or your hair.” It’s guidance that she stayed true to throughout her life By Dan Heching, CNN; Tiffany Wertheimer & Emma Petrie, BBC News Dolly Rebecca Parton, who rose from humble beginnings to the greatest heights of American music…

‘Lucius Banda was principled, courageous and believed in himself’—2nd Vice-President Enock Chihana

August 23, 2026

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* As joins a multitude that gathered at the unveiling of the great musician’s mausoleum at Sosola Village in Balaka By Mary Makhiringa, Malawi News Agency (MANA) A multitude of people from across Malawi gathered at Sosola Village in Balaka on Saturday for the unveiling of the mausoleum of the late celebrated musician and politician, Lucius Banda, popularly known as Soldier. The gathering brought together family members, friends, fellow musicians, political leaders, traditional leaders and scores of Malawians who…

MultiChoice celebrates Malawi Scorchers’ with DStv full kits

August 22, 2026

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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…