Malawians fondly pay tribute to late South African legendary singer Steve Kekana

* Composed ‘I Just Wanna Sing, Ndimafuna Kuimba Nyimbo after his concert visit to Malawi in 1985 * I loved his music much; legends don’t die, they sleep— Ally Stephens * Kekana recorded over 40 albums and enjoyed widespread chart success since the 70’s * He won the SABC Black Music Award for Best Male Vocalist in 1979 and 1980 By Duncan Mlanjira South African legendary performing artist, Steve Kekana, who died on Thursday at the age of 63,…

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Tour company Paulendo Adventures organising Mulanje Sapitwa Hike adventure August 13-15

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

* 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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MultiChoice Talent Factory calls for applications for its sought-after film and TV training programme

* Four Malawians have benefitted from the initiative * Mphatso Makamo and Chisomo Livason (2020 cohort) * Chimwemwe Mkwezalamba, Jonathan Kapumba (2019) By Duncan Mlanjira MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) is inviting aspiring African film makers, including those from Malawi to apply for its third edition of the film and television training programme. Launched in May 2018, the MTF Academy has so far given 120 students the chance to harness their expertise in film and TV, moulding them into skilled…

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MultiChoice launches M-Net Movies Afro-Cinema to celebrate Africa Day

* Alongside what MultiChoice Group launched in collaboration with the MultiChoice Talent Factory * Local film industries across the continent have produced award-winning productions * That have launched the careers of many directors, producers, and stars * Africa Day is about celebrating African unity and success as well as acknowledging the challenges that lie ahead Maravi Express MultiChoice Group has launched a pop-up movie channel Afro-Cinema on M-Net Movies dedicated to showcasing and celebrating contemporary African films as celebration for…

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MultiChoice Talent Factory launches Colours of Africa short film series in celebration of Africa Day

* Started from Friday, May 21-30 to feature 16 films * Series shot and directed by the MTF Academy’s Class of 2020 * Available on Showmax on Africa Day and M-Net Movies AfroCinema pop-up channel Maravi Express In celebration of Africa Day, MultiChoice Group and the MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) to add the pomp through the love of African cinema by launching the Colours of Africa film series. The series, from Friday, May 21-30, will feature 16 films shot…

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Malawian award-winning musician Toast changes his social media accounts to ToastOfficial to signify brand growth and cohesion

Toast AKA Gomezgani Kambwiri * I’ve noticed I keep getting more international numbers on my social media pages * I decided I need to make it easier for my new and international fans to keep up with me across all platforms By Duncan Mlanjira Malawian award-winning artist, Toast, who recently released a single entitled 1.5.0 on April 30, has changed all his social media accounts to ToastOfficial that signifies brand growth and cohesion. Previously, his social media accounts were…

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MultiChoice Malawi introduces new local channel Mibawa TV; To be showcasing local programs

* Such as ‘Pamphambano’, ‘Misika pa Malawi’, ‘Phindu Point’ * As Africa’s number one storyteller, we continue to bring more content to our customers * That entertains and resonates with them and will provide with choice in all aspects of our services Maravi Express MultiChoice Malawi has unveiled an exciting content for the year, a new local channel named Mibawa TV — which is set to showcase local programs such as  ‘Pamphambano’, ‘Misika pa Malawi’, ‘Phindu Point’ just to…

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Africa Magic to premiere new series, Baby Drama, Wednesday, April 21

* Baby Drama will take viewers on an emotional rollercoaster as they get immersed in the lives of the characters and their journeys to parenthood * We are sure our viewers will be entertained by the stellar cast and excellent storytelling we are known for.” Maravi Express Africa Magic, the continent’s leading provider of premium entertainment content, will on Wednesday, April 21 premiere a new television series, Baby Drama. A statement from MultiChoice says Baby Drama revolves around the…

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SA-based Malawian duo Eddie L and DJ Blebo-K trending in their host country; Drops single and video

DJ Blebo-K comes from Kasungu and Eddie L is from Mzimba * The song is for people who really know what true love is about * They perform in different areas and clubs mainly around Joburg, sometimes traveling to Durban and Cape Town * On May 2, 2021, they will be caught up at Pace 57, Randburg alongside a host of other talented Maravi Express Johannesburg-based Eddie L and DJ Blebo-K have treated their hosts as well as South…

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