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Yusuf Investments Ltd first demanded K185 billion for Amaryllis Hotel sale

March 15, 2026

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* PSPTF Board of Trustees counter offered at K110 billion but the owners reduced to K160 billion before getting to K150 billion * When the PSPTF went to K123 billion, the two parties finally agreed at K128.75 billion — that is to have K132 billion minus K123 billion then divided by 2 “so that either party loses some sort” By Duncan Mlanjira The sale of Amaryllis Hotel continues with more ridiculous contract negotiations. During its sale agreement signing between…

Speaker Suleman deepens mutual cooperation with private sector as Parliament embarks on developing the 2026-2030 Strategic Plan

March 15, 2026

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* He outlined his vision for the next five years, which includes outreach work and citizen engagement in an effort to make Parliament more accessible and responsive to Malawians * We will intensify civic education activities in schools and communities. We will also increase public enquiries and public hearings as a way of ensuring that the citizens are seriously engaged in parliamentary work By Duncan Mlanjira As Parliament embarks on developing the 2026-2030 Strategic Plan, Speaker, Sameer Suleman has…

Former Cabinet Minister Ibrahim Matola encourages Muslim health student graduands that they carry a great responsibility to humanity

March 15, 2026

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* Drawing from the teachings of the Holy Qur’an, he emphasised that saving a single life is equivalent to saving the whole world * As he encouraged them to approach their professions with dedication, integrity and fear of Allah Maravi Express Former Minister of Energy Ibrahim Matola has encouraged graduating Muslim students studying at Malawi College of Health Sciences in Lilongwe to remain committed to using their knowledge and skills to serve communities, particularly in the country’s health sector….

Mighty Wanderers to spice up Mulanje Park’s Sapitwa 4 Football Tourney 2026

March 15, 2026

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* Along with inaugural NBS Bank National Division League champions Red Lions, Castel Challenge Cup 2025 silver medalists Dedza Dynamos and TNM Super League 2025 7th-placed side Ekhaya FC * Ekhaya FC participated in last year’s tournament when they got promoted into the elite league after Dedza Dynamos, who played in 2023 and 2024 * Last year it was spiced by Nyasa Big Bullets, who emerged the winners at the expense of Mighty Tigers, Ekhaya FC and Creck Sporting…

MP Nyamilandu appalled by “gut-wrenching state of Nsanje Secondary School; A stark testament to years of unrelenting neglect”

March 15, 2026

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* The hostels stand as hollow shells, their crumbling walls and gaping windows a haunting reminder of abandonment * Classrooms, once hubs of learning, are now decaying structures with tattered roofs and broken desks, utterly failing to inspire or support the education of our youth By Duncan Mlanjira Appalled by what he describes as “gut-wrenching state” of Nsanje Secondary School, Member of Parliament for Nsanje South West Constituency, Walter Nyamilandu Manda, has called on Minister of Education, Science &…

Kansas City Current cautious on bringing into action injury-recovering Temwa Chawinga

March 15, 2026

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* As Kansas City Current came from a goal behind to beat Utah Royals 2-1 in their opening NWSL 2026 season without her * With Temwa, we have to be really intelligent with how we bring her back, in the right doses into training—coach Chris Armas * She’s not available yet, but she’s getting closer, which means we’re seeing her out on the training pitch these days By Duncan Mlanjira In order to preserve Malawian forward Temwa Chawinga’s contract…

NRB launches 2025–2030 Strategic Plan focusing on expanding inclusive identity registration

March 14, 2026

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* Plans to introduce a digital identity platform, the Nzika Wallet, which will allow citizens to access digital ID credentials on smartphones * And apply online for services such as national IDs, birth certificates and death certificates By Duncan Mlanjira National Registration Bureau (NRB) announces that it has launched its 2025–2030 Strategic Plan, which focuses on expanding inclusive identity registration, strengthening legal frameworks and establishing a secure Digital Public Infrastructure to support modern identity services. A report on…

Injunction granted against President Mutharika’s Executive Order against public health careworkers’ interests in private health facilities

March 14, 2026

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* That prohibits all persons employed by a public hospital or health facility to own, operate or hold shares in a private health clinic or pharmacy * And further directing all such employees to divest from their interests within 30 days from February 16, 2026 or face dismissal from employment By Duncan Mlanjira Applied for by Aubrey Milinda, Davie Kalulu and Wellington Chipofya, the High Court in Lilongwe has granted an injunction against President Mutharika’s Executive Order No. 1…

PSPTF Board chairperson confirms MLS’ revelation that former SPC Colleen Zamba influenced purchase of Amaryliss Hotel

March 14, 2026

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* Despite the Board’s recommendation that it should not proceed with the investment and resolved to abandon the deal * As Parliamentary Public Accounts Committee PAC engages the PSPTF former board members as it continues interrogating key stakeholders over the controversial K128 billion purchase of Amaryllis Hotel * Meanwhile, President Arthur Peter Mutharika pledges his full support of PAC investigation and pledged that he will not shield anyone involved in corruption * He reiterated his administration’s commitment to transparency,…

On paper, Temwa Chawinga’s Kansas City Current ‘make for a near-impossible team to beat’ as NWSL 2026 season kicks off this weekend

March 13, 2026

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* Temwa sustained a hip injury in October towards the end of the season but is recovering and might be considered for the opening game tomorrow * The depth of the Kansas City Current roster is a spoil of riches – and that’s even with stars Temwa Chawinga and Michelle Cooper starting the season on season-ending injury By Duncan Mlanjira As the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) 2026 season kicks off this weekend, Temwa Chawinga’s Kansas City Current, are…