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AFORD, DPP condemn in strongest terms arrests of Kamlepo Kalua and Bon Kalindo
June 22, 2024
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* A stark reminder of the government’s attempts to stifle civic space in Malawi—AFORD * Alarming erosion of Malawi’s democratic gains as the country increasingly resembles a police state—DPP By Duncan Mlanjira In condemning ”in the strongest terms” the arrest of Member of Parliament Kamlepo Kalua and civil advocate Bon Kalindo, the Alliance for Democracy (AFORD) describes Malawi Police’s decision as a “blatant intimidation tactic”, which is “a gross violation of their rights and a stark reminder of the…

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‘There is no joy in being a Vice-President, it is a sacrifice on my personal life for service to the Malawian people’
June 22, 2024
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* As Vice-President, I no longer have to think about myself and family, but I have to be like a Grandfather * Who constantly thinks about the needs of his children and grandchildren — that is a service By Tabbu Kitta Kauye, MANA Newly-sworn in Vice-President of the Republic of Malawi Dr. Michael Biziwick Usi has vowed to do his best to deliver on the bold development agenda of the country. Speaking after he took the oath of office…

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New MEC chairperson Annabel Mtalimanja and fellow new Commissioners asked to promote transparency and accountability
June 21, 2024
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Justice Annabel Mtalimanja being sworn in  * As members of MEC ensure that you abide by the laws as guidelines from the Constitution * For the elections to be managed with highest degree for the better results including justice and fairness By Lesnat Kenan, MANA Chief Justice, Rizine Mzikamanda has encouraged the newly sworn-in Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) chairperson, Annabel Mtalimanja and two new Commissioners, Rev. Philip Kambulire and Dr. Limbikani Kamlongera to work with transparency and accountability as…

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NGO Regulatory Authority no longer to give warnings to non-compliant NGOs but to take legal action
June 21, 2024
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* The Authority has also written service providers to ensure that they only provide services to compliant NGOs * In addition, the NGORA website, myNGO.ngora.mw system shall automatically remove all NGOs that have not been compliant for the past three years * In that regard, such NGOs shall be considered unregistered and will not be allowed to operate in the country By Duncan Mlanjira NGO Regulatory Authority (NGORA) will no longer be giving warnings to non-compliant non-governmental organisations (NGOs)…

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Standard Bank shareholders applaud performance; to pocket K25.4bn in dividends
June 21, 2024
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Standard Bank Plc Board and Management after the AGM * Register a net profit of K52.5 billion — representing a 34% increase over 2022 * We’re grateful for the impressive results registered so far. They show tremendous progress and hard work is being put in Maravi Express Standard Bank Plc shareholders will smile to the bank to withdraw a total dividend of K25.4 billion or K108.24 per share for the financial year ended December 31, 2023, the bank’s annual…

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Road safety specialists call on government to enforce speed limit
June 21, 2024
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* Malawi should honor its commitment it made at the United Nations high level meeting on July 1, 2022 * And immediately start implementation of the 30km/hour speed limit at busy trading centres By Jamal Jamal  Road safety specialists in the country have cautioned government that unless it enforces the 30 km/hour speed limit at busy trading centres, the country would continue experiencing a rise in road traffic accidents which would in the long run affect its socio-economic progress….

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Former Malawi coach Marinica’s Liberia breaks record as highest climber in FIFA World Rankings from 152 to 142
June 21, 2024
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* As Flames maintain position 125 and dropping one place in Africa at 35 from 34 in February * Namibia hurtle themselves up nine places at 97th in world and 22 in Africa as Tunisia at 41 in world and 6th in Africa * Equatorial Guinea at 89 and 17 in Africa while São Tomé e Principe last in Africa and 192 in world By Duncan Mlanjira Liberia, coached by former Malawi national team mentor, Mario Marinica, have made…

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UEFA Euro 2024 Matchday 3 on DStv will see teams scrambling to secure passage to knockout phase
June 20, 2024
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* Sunday sees hosts Germany tackling Switzerland at the same time that Scotland will be battling Hungary * Monday is headlined by a potential thriller between Croatia and Italy while Spain tackle Albania * Tuesday has France facing Poland as England date Slovenia — all matches live on DStv’s SuperSport Maravi Express From Sunday to Wednesday June 23-26, 12 fixtures will be played in the UEFA Euro Germany 2024 Matchday 3 that will see teams scrambling to secure passage…

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AfreximBank, FDH Bank Plc sign US$15 million medium term loan facility agreement
June 20, 2024
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FDH Bank’s George Chitera (right) signing the deal at the AfrixemBank AGM * Through the business deal, FDH Bank will increase its capacity to structure complex trade finance solutions for its clients * As a bank, we believe in our ability and potential to grow the business and to realise that potential, we also leverage on our strategic partnerships * To strength our capacity and create bespoke financial solutions which will reshape and drive Intra and Extra Africa Trade…

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Karonga District Council to relocate rice and groundnut mills in heart of town
June 19, 2024
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* Heaps of rice chaffs and groundnut pods have piled up in Karonga’s central business district * Town plan shows that where they are operating is not a commercial area, thus to relocate them to a place befitting their business By Felix Katemula & George Mponda, MANA To address people’s concerns over environmental and health hazards caused by rice and groundnuts mill shellers which are operating in the heart of Karonga Town, the District Council plans to relocate them…

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