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Shemu Joyah to premiere short film on Rev. John Chilembwe titled ‘Strike a Blow and Die” tomorrow on iPlus Play

November 8, 2024

* People will be expected pay about K1,000 and to watch online platform as much as they like * Malawi has few theatres specifically meant for cinema such that it’s expensive to premier a 14-minute film By Milcah Time Mathias, MANA Malawi’s celebrated film producer and director, Charles Shemu Joyah, is set to to premiere a 14-minutes short film on iPlus Play tomorrow, November 9 — a story about Rev. John Chilembwe titled ‘Strike a Blow and Die’. The…

Producer of Michael Jackson’s historic ‘Thriller’, Quincy Jones dies aged 91

November 4, 2024

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Michael Jackson holds eight awards as he poses with Quincy Jones at the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, February 28, 1984 * Jones kept company with presidents and foreign leaders, movie stars and musicians, philanthropists and business leaders * He toured with Count Basie and Lionel Hampton, arranged records for Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald, composed the soundtracks for ‘Roots’ and ‘In the Heat of the Night’ * Organised President Bill Clinton’s first inaugural celebration and oversaw the all-star recording…

Ben Michael still around: Remakes ‘Mphungu Sataya Mthenga’

November 4, 2024

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* Selfishness undermines the very fabric of our society and is not what our country needs to thrive * In Malawi, we have a rich culture rooted in community, empathy, and collaboration * Emphasizing the importance of sharing our resources, time, and knowledge should be at the forefront of our national values By Duncan Mlanjira Ben Michael Mankhamba — of the track ‘Kamba Anga Mwala’ fame — is still around and continues to hold significant relevance in the local…

SuperSport channels revamped on DStv to bring even more action-packed sports content

October 22, 2024

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* SS Action as a dynamic merger of SS Action and SS Variety 2 to catch UFC, Premier League overflow matches, F1, rugby and more, which is available on DStv Compact and up * SS Africa is rebranded to SS Variety 4, to deliver the best in local sports like live boxing, marathons, and WWE — on DStv Access and up. * SS Africa 2 is formerly SS Variety 3 to enjoy Serie A, Zambia League matches, and more…

Mangochi Police issue safety guidelines for Mother’s Day celebrants

October 14, 2024

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* Refraining from driving under the influence of alcohol; wear seat belts; avoid excessive speeding * Adhering to vehicle capacity limits and use roadworthy vehicles to prevent accidents By Duncan Mlanjira For Mother’s Day celebrations, most ladies travel to the resort districts of Mangochi and Salima and taking cognizance that there had been cases of road accidents and other unfortunate incidences, Police in Mangochi are on alert by asking the public to adhere to road safety measures as well…

Standard Bank supports Tourism Month Awards with K9 million

October 1, 2024

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Tourism Minister Vera Kamtukule together with Standard Bank Head of Operations Dan Mbozi presenting a prize to a poetry winning student * Standard Bank believes that — just like music or painting — these two art forms have a unique ability to showcase the beauty of Malawi * And promote our nation as a premier tourism destination By Duncan Mlanjira Standard Bank Plc has sponsored a total of K9 million to outstanding photographers and poets who contested during the…

MultiChoice proud to be a catalyst for positive change in Malawi

September 15, 2024

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MultiChoice Malawi Managing Director, Averes Ndhlovu-Chella * Through Raise Limited, MultiChoice Malawi started with a dream and a belief in the power of innovation * And has evolved from a small enterprise into a leading provider of premium entertainment in the country * Since inception in 1996, MultiChoice Malawi has pioneered the pay-tv industry in Malawi through the exciting world of entertainment that DStv, GOtv and Showmax bring to our homes By Duncan Mlanjira MultiChoice Malawi emphasises that it…

A silent great man Willie T. Zingani was; Tributes pour in on the passing of the literary legend

September 1, 2024

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* Late Willie Zingani was a quiet giant whose pen was mightier than a sword. He was a mentor to many a writer who engaged him. * He was a crusader of the truth. He was a brave companion you could trust. He was a family man you could trust * He exploited his talent fully—Malawi’s great poet, Benedicto Okomaatani Malunga By Duncan Mlanjira The books he wrote such as ‘Ndaziona Ine’, ‘Madzi Akatayika’, ‘Njala Bwana’; his column in…

UK commits to empowering Malawi’s young female creatives

August 31, 2024

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Acting British High Commissioner & Development Director, Olympia Werekop-Brobby * It is unfortunate that women in Malawi and globally continue to be marginalised in many walks of life, including the technical and creative fields * Events like ‘Set It Off’ were an important milestone in the journey of opening space for women in the sector Maravi Express The British Government says it is committed to empowering Malawi’s young creatives and promoting women’s leadership in the creative sector. Acting British…

Fabulous raffle draw prizes on the cards at Zomba’s Run4Reforestation race on September 14

August 17, 2024

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* Run4Reforestation is a sporting challenge aimed at raising funds for Reforestation of the Environment and Ecosystem of Zomba * Zomba Plateau is host to Sunbird Ku Chawe and the Zomba Forest Lodge By Duncan Mlanjira Alongside Zomba’s Run4Reforestation 2024 race on September 14, there are some fabulous raffle draw prizes that include one night stay for two at the plush Sunbird Ku Chawe and two nights for two at Zomba Forest Lodge — at K5,000 per ticket. The…