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Barbra Banda becomes 2nd Zambian to win African Player of the Year since Kalusha Bwalya in 1988

December 17, 2024

The best in Africa, Barbra and Ademola * 24-year-old Barbra was a worthy winner after a stunning year in which she showcased her quality for club and country at some of the biggest stages in the women’s game * As Ademola Lookman became the 7th Nigerian to win the CAF men’s category while South African Ronwen Williams is crowned Africa’s Best Goalkeeper * After he played a pivotal role in South Africa’s 3rd place podium finish at the Africa…

Death toll rises to 7 from effects of moderate tropical storm CHIDO

December 17, 2024

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* As numbers of affected households increase to 7,721 households, representing approximately 34,741 people * Salima registering three deaths whereas Kasungu, Machinga, Blantyre and Lilongwe Districts have each recorded one death * So far 16 injuries have been recorded as DoDMA is facilitating the provision of relief assistance to affected households in collaboration with various humanitarian partners and councils By Duncan Mlanjira The death toll from the effects of the moderate tropical storm CHIDO has risen to 7 from…

Establishment of Malawi National Emergency Telecommunications Working Group to ensure availability of resilient and effective emergency systems during disasters

December 17, 2024

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* Over the past recent years, Malawi has faced devastating impacts of severe weather events, which have claimed lives, disrupted livelihoods and set back development efforts across our nation * During these emergencies, communication plays an essential role. Without it, coordination becomes difficult, emergency services falter, and lives that could have been saved are lost By Duncan Mlanjira After Malawi faced devastating impacts of severe weather events in recent past, the country’s authorities, led by Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority…

Customers forced to pay ESCOM’s faults-clearing technicians just for them to have power restored

December 16, 2024

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The flier ESCOM distributed two weeks ago * Anthu awa akumafuna ndalama awa the moment wangoti tikuonani inayake akumabwera — 5 minutes ntchito yatha * One customer has been experiencing power fault for over a month now and received almost seven fault reference numbers but nobody visits to rectify it By Duncan Mlanjira While Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) emphasises that clearance of electricity faults is done at no cost to the customer, there are strong indications that…

2 deaths recorded due to effects of Cyclone CHIDO with approximately 1,800 households affected; translating to about 8,100 people

December 16, 2024

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* Highest in Machinga with a total of 650 households affected with one death recorded caused by collapsing walls * Followed by Blantyre District Council at 270 households with one death also caused by collapsing walls By Duncan Mlanjira The Department of Disaster Management Affairs (DoDMA) in the office of the President & Cabinet reports that from preliminary reports it has received from district councils on damages caused by Cyclone CHIDO, two deaths were and approximately 8,100 people affected…

Tonight’s CAF Awards 2024 in Marrakech to be beamed live on SuperSport Africa 1

December 16, 2024

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* The awards are a celebration of African football excellence and a chance to honour those who have enriched the game on the continent over the past year * COSAFA is being represented by Mamelodi Sundowns and South Africa’s goalkeeper Ronwen Williams and Zambia’s captain Barbra Banda of Orlando Pride in US By Duncan Mlanjira The CAF Awards 2024 Gala Night at the Palais des Congrès tonight in Marrakech, Morocco is expected to be beamed live on SuperSport tonight….

Insignificant impact of Cyclone CHIDO on Shire River water levels between December 9-15–Ministry

December 16, 2024

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Kamuzu Bridge in Chikwawa on Shire River * As the remnants of Tropical Cyclone CHIDO are expected to continue weakening while moving at 22km/h towards the west and it is likely to exit Malawi by this afternoon * CHIDO’s remnants may still bring heavy rainfall and damaging winds, which may lead to infrastructure damage, flash flooding, and other impacts By Duncan Mlanjira The Ministry of Water & Sanitation informs the public that there has been insignificant impact of the Tropical…

Gate revenue for TNM Super League 2024 increase by 17.21% from MK915.7 million to over MK1 trillion

December 15, 2024

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* The increase in revenue demonstrates the growing popularity of the TNM Super League and the commitment of all stakeholders involved * SULOM remains dedicated to enhancing the fan experience by providing competitive and entertaining football at league games By Duncan Mlanjira The gate revenue from 240 games of the TNM Super League 2024 increased by 17.21% from MK915.7 million (MK915,726,999.01) to over MK1 trillion (MK1,073,280,460), announces the Super League of Malawi (SULOM). “This impressive achievement accentuates the continued…

Ministry of Education suspends classes for primary and secondary schools due to impending Cyclone CHIDO

December 15, 2024

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* This is to ensure safety of learners and teachers in the districts in the path of the oncoming remnants of the cyclone * All schools should monitor the patterns in their localities and only resume classes on 18th December if deemed safe * District education officers are requested to ensure strict adherence to this notification by all schools and stakeholders By Duncan Mlanjira The Ministry of Education has announced the suspension of classes tomorrow for primary and secondary…

Pasuwa bemoans fixture congestion ahead of Tuesday’s Castel Challenge Cup 2024 semifinal clash with Mzuzu City Hammers

December 15, 2024

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* Coming three days after a crunchy tie against MMF Marines on a waterlogged Dedza Stadium * And six days after traveling to Mzuzu and back where they faced Hilltop FC By Duncan Mlanjira Nyasa Big Bullets coach, Kalisto Pasuwa has expressed his worry that his players are fatigued as they are not having enough time to recover due to fixture congestion. Thus is ahead of their next assignment in their defence of the Castel Challenge Cup 2024 against…