President Chakwera’s ambition is to feed Africa

* ATM is a strategy that can accord the country to move into mechanisation and commercialisation * We need to put emphasis on the ATM strategy so that we move from subsistence farming to commercialisation By Abel Ikiloni, MANA in Rome, Italy President Lazarus Chakwera says his government has confidence to turn Malawi into an inclusively wealthy and self-reliant nation which is well industrialised to become an upper & middle income economy. Chakwera made the assurance after meeting Food…

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South Africa’s UWC and Zimbabwe’s Herentals Queens proceed to semis of CAF Women’s Champions League-COSAFA qualifier

* Hosts Ascent Soccer are playing this afternoon from 15h00 in Group B against Botswana’s Gaborone United * While Young Buffaloes of eSwatini face Group B leaders UD Lichinga in a noon kick-off Maravi Express University of the Western Cape (UWC) of South Africa defeated Zimbabwe’s Herentals Queens 2-1 yesterday but both Group A teams progressed to the semifinals of the CAF Women’s Champions League-COSAFA qualifier. Both teams amassed 6 points which put UWC finishing top of the group…

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CDHIB reaffirms its commitment towards assisting the nation in providing inclusive banking solutions for sustainable development for all

Jamal Kamoto presenting the support to BAM’s CEO Lyness Nkungula * As the bank invested K1 million towards Bankers Association of Malawi’s annual conference from August 22-24 * To be held under the theme; ‘Bridging the Gap: Inclusive Banking and Sustainable Development for All’ * In a world where inequality and exclusion persist, it is crucial that we come together to address these challenges * And work towards a more inclusive and sustainable future for everyone—Chief Business Development Officer…

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President Chakwera meets Pope Francis at Apostolic Palace in Vatican City

* I also positioned myself as a dedicated student and disciple eager to deepen my understanding of servant-leadership * That I may continue prioritises the welfare of the populace—President Chakwera said By Gift Chiponde, MANA President Lazarus Chakwera has commended Pope Francis for his exemplary leadership in addressing global issues such as climate change and economic inequality, as well as advocating a robust partnership between their respective States. During his official visit to Rome, President Chakwera had the privilege of…

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Bullets coach Pasuwa anticipates hostile environment away to Red Arrows in second leg of CAF Champions League 2024 preliminary round

* Big Bullets dug deep yesterday to come from a goal behind and win the match with first hero being Babatunde Adepoju * Who leveled the scores in the 77th minute, 20 minutes after Red Arrows’ Ricky Banda scored in the 57th minute By Duncan Mlanjira Nyasa Big Bullets coach, Kalisto Pasuwa — while happy to record another African football victory by beating Zambia’s top club, Red Arrows 2-1 at Bingu National Stadium yesterday — says he anticipates a…

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National Planning Commission calls for proper monitoring of mega farm projects

NPC Director General, Thomas Munthali By Chisomo Kambandanga, MANA National Planning Commission (NPC) Director General, Thomas Munthali has reiterated the need for the country to frequently monitor mega farm projects in order to measure the progress being registered as they are crucial to realisation of MW2063 national vision. Munthali made the remarks on Friday during a monitoring and appreciation visit to mega farm projects of Linga and Mzenga Irrigation Schemes in the area of Senior Chief Fukamapiri and Kabunduri…

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Ascent Soccer need to win or draw in last group match tomorrow against Gaborone United

* Ascent have 3 points while Gaborone United have 2 points and need to win to earn 5 points * Win or lose, UD de Lichinga of Mozambique have qualified for the semifinals as they have 4 points By Duncan Mlanjira Ascent Soccer, hosts of the CAF Women’s Champions League-COSAFA 2024 qualifier, need to beat Botswana’s Gaborone United in their last Group B match tomorrow if they are to proceed to the semifinals. The group is being led by…

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Mozambique’s UD de Lichinga stun Malawi’s Ascent Soccer 1-0 to leave wide open Group B of CAF Women’s Champions League-COSAFA qualifier

* Group B’s proceedings wind up on Tuesday when Young Buffaloes take on Lichinga * While Gaborone United host Ascent Soccer on the same day in which top two teams from the group will join the best two from Group A in the semifinals Maravi Express UD de Lichinga of Mozambique stunned Malawi’s Ascent Academy 1-0 today at Mpira Stadium to lead Group B and leave the semifinal race open and forward Celia Miguel scored the only goal for…

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Babatunde, Precious Phiri heroes of the day as Bullets come from behind to beat Red Arrows of Zambia 2-1 in CAF Champions League 2024 preliminary round

* But Babatunde equalised with a powerful shot inside the penalty box after he received a brilliant pass from Yankho Singo * Precious Phiri rose to the occasion in the 82′ in what is a huge turn around and Nyasa Bullets went on the defend their lead ahead of the return leg is set for Lusaka next Saturday Maravi Express After Zambia’s Red Arrows’ Ricky Banda scored in the 57th minute, Nyasa Big Bullets’ Babatunde Adepoju leveled the scores…

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Malawi signs international declaration to protect persons living with albinism as SADC Summit ends

* On Friday, the government showed its commitment towards protecting persons living with albinism * When, together with Standing Voice, a house was handed over to a girl living with albinism * Who survived an attack in Traditional Authority Chilikumwendo in Dedza District By Tiyanjane Mambucha, MANA in Harare At the end of the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) which Zimbabwe hosted, member states signed legal instruments, with Malawi signing the declaration on the protection of persons living with…

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