Saulos Klaus Chilima Foundation’s charity golf tourney to raise funds for acquisition of dialysis machines attracting positive response from the corporate world

* Chilima was renowned for his philanthropy works and left behind a legacy of service to the needy that the golf tournament aims to continue in his memory * The foundation, led by SKC’s widow Mary Chilima, has undertaken several charity events including tree planting exercises By Duncan Mlanjira The golf tournament that has been organised by Saulos Klaus Chilima (SKC) Foundation March 28, 2026 at the Lilongwe Golf Club. to raise funds for the acquisition of dialysis machines…

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Standard Bank welcomes and commends Minister of Finance’s commitment to fiscal discipline and economic stability outlined in 2026/2027 National Budget

Chief Executive Phillip Madinga * This new government administration is walking the talk. At Standard Bank, we’re ready to support the government’s initiatives to drive economic growth and development * We believe that with prudent financial management and strategic investments, Malawi can overcome its economic challenges and achieve sustainable growth By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi Stock Exchange-listed Standard Bank Plc has expressed optimism with the 2026/27 National Budget policy statement, which Minister Finance, Economic Planning & Development, Joseph Mwanamvekha presented…

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Goalkeepers Bullets’ Nyasulu and Dedza’s Mwakasinga nominated for both Castel Challenge Cup 2025/26 Best Goalkeeper and Player of the Tournament awards

* The Golden Boot award has already been decided for Nyasa Big Bullets’ Maxwell Phodo Gasten, who finished with 7 goals and also nominated for Player of the Tournament * The winners of the awards will be unveiled at the FAM Annual Football Awards, scheduled to take place on March 6, 2026 at COMESA Hall in Blantyre Maravi Express Goalkeepers for Nyasa Big Bullets’ Innocent Nyasulu and Dedza Dynamos’ Donex Mwakasinga have been nominated for both Castel Challenge Cup…

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Namibia oust defending champions Zambia in semis of COSAFA Women’s Championship to date South Africa in Sunday’s final

Juliana Blou’s injury time goal secured a place in the final for the Brave Gladiators * South Africa defeated Zimbabwe 4-2 on penalties after their semi-final ended 1-1 in regular time * Namibia’s last final in the COSAFA Women’s Championship was in 2006 when they lost 1-3 to same South Africa Maravi Express Namibia will meet hosts South Africa in the final of the COSAFA Women’s Championship 2026 after stunning defending champions Zambia with a 1-0 win in their…

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Malawi Government and UK’s Children’s Investment Fund Foundation enhance MoU that supports 2024-2030 implementation of National Strategy on Ending Child Marriages

CIFF chairperson & founder Sir Christopher Hohn congratulates Minister Navicha after the official signing of the MoU at CIFF Headquarters in London watched by High Commissioner Dr. Thomas Bisika *  CIFF is an independent philanthropic organisation that works with a wide range of partners to transform the lives of children and adolescents By Duncan Mlanjira Minister of Gender, Children, Disability & Social Welfare, Mary Navicha presided over the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the Malawi Government…

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Police fees and fines now to be paid through mobile money

* As the Government is automating most fees to eliminate cash transactions across all Ministries, Departments and Agencies Maravi Express Traffic offence fines by the police will now be made through mobile money as the Government is automating most fees to eliminate cash transactions across all Ministries, Departments and Agencies. This was announced by Minister of Finance, Economic Planning & Decentralisation, Joseph Mwanamvekha in his presentation of the 2025–2026 National Budget in Parliament today. In the same vein, the…

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Inflation down from 32.3% in 2024 to 28.5% and expected to fall further to 24%

* Projected to reach 23% by the end of this year, signalling improved macroeconomic stability after recording significant sectoral gains across the economy * The agriculture sector registered notable progress aimed at strengthening food security and commercialisation * Strict measures have been introduced to safeguard foreign exchange and channel it through formal systems Maravi Express In his presentation of the 2025–2026 National Budget in Parliament today, Minister of Finance, Economic Planning & Decentralisation, Joseph Mwanamvekha, indicated that the country’s…

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Scorchers’ forward Deborah Henry selected in COSAFA Women’s Championship 2026 Group Stage Best XI

* Alongside left back Ireen Khumalo in the squad that has 3 Zimbabweans, one each from Lesotho, South Africa, Namibia, Zambia and eSwatini under coach Zimbabwe’s Sithethelewe Sibanda * The NBM Women’s Premiership’s Golden Boot winner comes out of the tournament as leading top scorer with three goals sharing with Ireen Khumalo and Lesotho’s Makhotso Moalosi By Duncan Mlanjira In her debut appearance of the COSAFA Women’s Championship, Malawi Scorchers’ forward Deborah Henry has been selected the 2026 edition’s…

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The weight of the Soweto Derby jersey: Orlando Pirates v Mamelodi Sundowns on Saturday live on DStv and GOtv on Saturday

* When Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs clash, it is more than just a 90-minute football match  * It is a cultural phenomenon that divides families, halts traffic and captures the imagination of millions Maravi Express South Africa Premier Soccer League (PSL) giants Orlando Pirates v Mamelodi Sundowns clash this Saturday, February 28 to be beamed live on DStv and GOtv in the historical Soweto Derby. This will be a do-or-die battle for Orlando Pirates as they aim to…

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MLS threatens Public Service Pension Trust Fund criminal prosecution if it does not comply with RBM’s directive to rescind purchase of Amaryliss Hotel

Amaryllis Hotel in Blantyre  * Acting ACB Director Gabriel Chembezi discovered to have represented one of the parties involved in the very transaction the ACB was purportedly investigating  * MLS demanded clarification regarding Chembezi’s role in the investigation and his overall personal involvement * To date, the Bureau has not responded to the Malawi Law Society’s letter, nor has it provided the requested clarification  * MLS encourages members of the Pension Fund to demand accountability and transparency from the…

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