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AFORD’s draft Manifesto has been leaked and suspected to be advanced by another undisclosed Party

March 3, 2025

* The unnamed Party is presenting the ideas in the AFORD Manifesto as their own in official documents * This act of intellectual theft is unacceptable and undermines the integrity of the democratic process * Despite this unfortunate incident, AFORD remains committed to implementing its proposed policies, leveraging its expertise to drive meaningful change in Malawi By Duncan Mlanjira Alliance for Democracy (AFORD) has been forced to release is Manifesto it has comprehensively crafted after its draft document has…

Third progressive result for head coach Pasuwa as he leads Flames to vital away win over Comoros in CHAN

March 3, 2025

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* Goals from Silver Strikers’ duo of Binwell Katinji in the 44th minute and Zebron Kalima in the 90th * Second leg to be played at same Bingu National Stadium on Saturday March 8 as Flames home game * The winner to meet winners between South Africa and Egypt, who played out a 1-1 draw at the Orlando Stadium Analysis by Duncan Mlanjira Kalisto Pasuwa has so far proved he was the right choice as Flames’ head coach as…

Success in sexual and reproductive health and rights advocacy requires strong partnerships among CSOs, policymakers and communities

March 2, 2025

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* Through strategic engagement, advocates can leverage legal frameworks to push for policy reforms and improved access to SRHR services * And by using the manual, they reaffirm their dedication to advancing reproductive rights and ensuring legal protections for all * Let’s take action, raise awareness, and drive impactful change — Nyale Institute for Sexual & Reproductive Health Governance By Duncan Mlanjira Nyale Institute for Sexual & Reproductive Health Governance emphasises that the success in sexual and reproductive health…

Water & Sanitation Minister Abida Mia applauds SRWB’s plans to replenish Zomba Mountain forest reserve with 150,000 trees

March 2, 2025

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* Few weeks ago, I came here to see the status of the dam. It was so disheartening to see the low water level in the dam * Although water level has now improved but we need more trees so that the dam should have water all year round * 98% of trees which were planted around the dam and other parts of the plateau survived due monitoring tree seedlings growth * We dont just plant and abandon the…

Will the Flames make history of qualifying for their first-ever CHAN?

March 2, 2025

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* Malawi have won three of their last four games against Comoros in all competitions — two in AfCONand two in COSAFA Cup * Comoros beat Malawi 2-1 in the AfCON qualifiers in 2018 but Malawi won 2-0 in 2023 COSAFA, 2-1 in 2019 COSAFA and 1-0 in AFCON qualifiers in 2017. * The winner of the two-legged tie will face either South Africa or Egypt who are also facing off in another playoff game Maravi Express After 90…

NGO Nyale Institute enhances CSOs’ understanding of legal frameworks governing sexual and reproductive health and rights by unveiling Advocasy Manual

March 2, 2025

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* Many CSOs and other stakeholders struggle to navigate SRHR-related laws and policies, limiting their ability to advocate effectively * The workshop equipped the participants with the legal knowledge and practical tools needed to strengthen advocacy efforts to improve program implementation * The Advocasy Manual emphasises the significance of the Gender Equality Act (2013) which explicitly guarantees SRHR under Malawi’s legal framework By Duncan Mlanjira Taking cognizance that many civil society organisations (CSOs) and other stakeholders struggle to navigate…

Coach Fazili emphasises need for thorough preparation for Scorchers ahead of tie against Angola in October’s WAfCON Morocco 2026 second round qualifiers

March 1, 2025

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* The Angolans first beat Zimbabwe 2-1 at home in the first leg but Zimbabwe also won 2-1 at their home in the second leg for the match to be decided on post-match penalties * It’s a tricky fixture, especially since many expected Zimbabwe to progress. We will try as much as possible to have a very strong team to compete with Angola and qualify for WAfCON By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi national women’s football team head coach Lovemore Fazili emphasises…

AGCOM phase-2 to expand climate smart irrigation to ensure all-year farming for 100,000 farmers

February 27, 2025

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* As Government, World Bank signs US$45 million AGCOM phase-2 program in Lilongwe yesterday * The grant is sourced from a multi-donor trust fund through Norway, Ireland, the European Union, and the Government of Flander By Patience Longwe, MANA The World Bank and the Malawi Government have signed a US$45 million (MK80 billion) grant agreement for the implementation of Phase 2 of the Malawi Food Systems Resilience Program under the Agricultural Commercialisation (AGCOM) programme. The grant, sourced from a…

Deputy Minister of Transport Peter Dimba promoted to Minister of Labour; replacing Mumba

February 27, 2025

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Dimba soon after being sworn in as Deputy Minister of Transport & Public Works last month of January * As Baba Steve Malondera replaces Dimba as Deputy Minister of Transport & Public Works * A mini Cabinet reshuffle that has been effected following the firing of Sosten Gwengwe as Trade & Industry Minister, replaced by Mumba * Meanwhile, President Chakwera arrives in Blantyre to engage youths on his recent State of the Nation Address (SONA) By Duncan Mlanjira In…

Tickets up for sale for both Flames back-to-back CHAN qualifiers against the Comoros

February 26, 2025

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* Both games will be played at Bingu National Stadium, starting on Sunday, March 2 * As the Flames home match before the second leg on Saturday, March 8 as an away for Malawi * CAF allowed Comoros to playing their home match in Malawi as they do not have a homologated venue By Duncan Mlanjira Tickets for both Flames’ back-to-back Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024 qualifiers against the Comoros are now on sale, announces Football Association of Malawi…