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Malawi U17 girls salvage pride by thrashing Namibia 6-1 at the COSAFA Girls tournament

December 11, 2024

* They were already out of contention having lost to South Africa and Madagascar in the first two matches * Hat-trick from Jean Fyson and one each from Victoria Mkwala, Talandira Chinyamvula and Asimenye Mwanyongo * The boys side also out after losing their final group match against draws Lesotho having drawn against Mozambique and Angola in their first two matches Maravi Express Jean Fyson scored a hat-trick (7′, 30′, 84′) and each by Victoria Mkwala (5′), Talandira Chinyamvula…

South Africa’s sensational goalkeeper Ronwen Williams feels FIFA Club World Cup draw a ‘heartfelt moment’ for Mamelodi Sundowns

December 11, 2024

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* Seeing our name up there with the best of the best gave us goosebumps — it’s such an amazing achievement for the club * Drawn in Group F places alongside giants Fluminense of Brazil, Germany’s Borussia Dortmundand South Korea’s Ulsan Hyundai Maravi Express Mamelodi Sundowns captain Ronwen Williams has expressed pride and excitement after his team was drawn in Group F of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, set to take place in the United States. They are…

6 days to go to unveil the continent’s best at the CAF Awards 2024 in Marrakech on Monday December 16

December 10, 2024

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* Sensational Malawian women’s football stars, sister Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga made it into the final 5 of the women’s African Player of the Year * This is the 6th time for Tabitha to be nominated for the African player of the year award but it has eluded her * She has been beaten to it by Nigerian Asisat Oshoala, who is the current holder of the award, leads as top winner with six accolades, two more than compatriot…

SeedCo Malawi to host prestigious golf tournament Saturday to commemorate launch of new Mkango SC 665 hybrid maize variety

December 10, 2024

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* Tournament registration opened today at 10h00 and already has 118 golfers registered with a field target of 150 golfers at Lilongwe Golf Club * It will bring together industry experts, farmers and agricultural enthusiasts to celebrate the groundbreaking innovation and its potential to transform Malawi’s agriculture industry By Duncan Mlanjira In introducing its latest product innovation, the Mkango SC 665 hybrid maize variety that has potential to transform Malawi’s agriculture industry, SeedCo Malawi will celebrate the milestone through…

A third strong tropical storm developing in the Indian Ocean

December 10, 2024

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The possible tropical storm CHIDO, courtesy of the La Reunion Regional Centre * It is likely to move into the Mozambique Channel and make landfall in Mozambique — probably near Nacala on Saturday evening, December 14, which is approximately 500km from Mulanje District Maravi Express The Department of Climate Change & Meteorological Services alerts the public that it is actively tracking the progress of the third tropical storm, named CHIDO, which has formed to the northeast of Madagascar in…

Silver’s coach Peter Mponda nominated as Sports Personality of the Year in MBC Entertainers Awards

December 10, 2024

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* As the TNM Super League 2024 champions themselves are nominated for Best Male Football Team of the Year * Voting lines opened yesterday to run till Saturday, December 14 by dialing *364# on both Airtel and TNM or through online; eoy.mbc.mw By Duncan Mlanjira On his debut season as coach of Silver Strikers, coach Peter Mponda has won the TNM Super League 2024 earning him nomination for the Sports Personality of the Year in the MBC Entertainers of…

CAMA warns consumers of substandard and counterfeit products that flood the market during Christmas

December 10, 2024

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* Appeal to relevant regulating institutions especially the Malawi Bureau of Standards (MBS) to protect the economic and health interests of consumers * Who will fall victim to these products due to their misleading adverts and lower prices ahead of Christmas By Duncan Mlanjira Consumers Association of Malawi (CAMA) is warning the general public that during the Festive Season, the market is mostly flooded with substandard and counterfeit products, which will be offered at cheaper prices but offering no…

No funds available for maintenance of road network as Roads Fund Administration is in serious liquidity situation

December 10, 2024

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* It is failing to pay Roads Authority’s liabilities with its contractors whose outstanding balance is at K151.2 billion * Advises RA to postpone or cancel some activities just as RFA is doing as a way of managing the situation By Duncan Mlanjira Ahead of this year’s rainy season, the 2024/25 maintenance works have not been awarded to contractors as there are no funds for such projects as the Roads Fund Administration (RFA) is in serious liquidity situation. A…

Kabambe unveils grave concerns being advocated by Lower Shire activist Khumbanyiwa over complete abandonment of road infrastructure

December 9, 2024

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* It is truly disheartening to witness the dedication of a young advocate, who spent eight hours articulating the pressing issues faced in her home area, only to be met with indifference from the Roads Authority * Despite her efforts to bring her community’s concerns to light and submit a petition for change, her voice was overlooked and dismissed By Duncan Mlanjira The 2025 Presidential elections candidate, UTM Party leader, Dalitso Kabambe came across a public awareness video made…

COSAFA representatives in CAF Champions League Orlando Pirates tie on 4 points with holders Al Ahly of Egypt after a 0-0 draw

December 9, 2024

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* We lacked the opportunities we had, especially in the first half—Pirates coach Jose Rivero * As Mamelodi Sundowns drew 1-1 with Morocco’s AS FAR Rabat to accumulate 2 points from two draws Maravi Express Despite controlling much of the game in the opening 45 minutes, Council for Southern African Football Associations (COSAFA) representatives in the CAF Champions League, Orlando Pirates of South Africa side were unable to capitalise on their chances at home and had to settle for…