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Health researchers key players in economic growth—KUHeS

October 10, 2022

Fundraising subcommittee chairperson, George Namandwa * Set to host its first-ever Research Dissemination Conference to be held on November 24-25 * A premier gathering of local and international research scientists, public health practitioners and policy-makers * Under the theme: ‘Excellence for life: through multidisciplinary research and innovations’ By Victor Singano Jnr, Correspondent Health researchers are the key players who can play vital role in the contribution of economic growth in the country, says Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS)…

Financial institutions challenged to steer investment value addition

October 10, 2022

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BAM chairperson, Liness Mkungula * As CDH Investment Bank’s celebrates 10 years of value contribution in capital investments * Banks and other financial institutions have a role to play at a time Malawi is sailing through economic challenges * By among other things, instilling a saving and investing culture to the public By Victor Singano Jnr, Correspondent As part of celebrations marking 10th anniversary of operation for Continental Discount House (CDH) Investment Bank, Bankers Association of Malawi (BAM) has…

Presidential Charity Golf raises K270m; Beats target by K70m from the targeted K200m

October 9, 2022

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Chakwera, Chilima, NICO Group MD Vizenge Kumwenda before tee-off * Proceeds from the charity tournament would help to provide shelter for Malawians, who lost their homes to the devastating cyclones that ravaged large parts of our country * Your contribution to this cause has won tuition and upkeep for hundreds of needy students in our universities — Chakwera By Tione Andsen, MANA Various corporate companies and other well-wishers swiftly responded to call for assistance for Presidential Charity Golf tournament…

Bruce Lee movies on GOtv Supa this month of October as MultiChoice provides more choices to customers’ viewing experiences

October 9, 2022

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The legendary Bruce Lee * He died young in 1973 aged only 32 like other legends in the name of Bob Marley (36) and Tupac Shakur (25) * He had just finished filming ‘Enter the Dragon’ but six days before its release, he succumbed to complications due to intense training methods * ‘Enter the Dragon’ grossed US$400 million in revenue worldwide and in modern terms that would be the equivalent of US$2 billion By Duncan Mlanjira For those that…

Children’s Parliament crucial in curbing issues hindering child rights

October 9, 2022

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The 6th Session of Mwanza Children’s Parliament * Defilement and child marriages are a big challenged that is also contributing to high school dropout * Children’s Parliament programe is very powerful in fighting against violation of child rights * As it also empowers the children with skills in many areas Chipambano Mbewe Children’s Parliament is one good platform which can help deal with rising cases of child rights abuse in the country. Deputy Minister of Gender, Community Development and…

Public cries out loud on Castel Malawi’s suspension of production of Malawi Gin, Premier Brandy and Malawi Vodka due to shortage of forex

October 8, 2022

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* At this rate most foreign companies will close business in a year or so. Our economy may collapse * We may not have Malawi Gin to drown our sorrows * In the current economic situation, people are finding refuge in alcohol and the spirits are matching the pockets * Making them scarce will prove detrimental to public peace By Duncan Mlanjira Castel Malawi management has announced that customers of Malawi Gin, Premier Brandy and Malawi Vodka will experience…

15 Miss Malawi contestants chosen to the next round; 5 of the left out being voted back into competition

October 8, 2022

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* The voting lines to bring back the left out 5 through the link: https://pageantvoteafrica.com/pageants/861 * And closes by close of business today —Saturday, October 8 By Victor Singano Jnr, Correspondent From the 70 ladies that auditioned for the 2022 Miss Malawi pageant last month, 30 were selected for public voting and now 15 have made it to the next round. The organisers, Alpha Arts have posted on the pageant’s Facebook page that after a few activities with…

CAMA raises serious concerns on unhealthy supply of tap water amidst cholera outbreak

October 8, 2022

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* Water from these Water Boards often comes muddy with a lot of impurities and not suitable for human consumption * The worst poorest quality water supplies are from Water Boards of Blantyre (80%), Lilongwe (72%) and Central Region (55%) * As of Friday, October 7, a total of 23 districts have reported cases of cholera since first case in March in Machinga * A total of 74 new cases were reported with new two deaths — one each…

First Capital Bank Plc offering loans of up to K3m for civil servants to pay school fees in ‘Back to School’ campaign

October 7, 2022

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* Also targeted are non-FCB customers, who have a valid National ID and bank statement reflecting latest salary deposit * At First Capital Bank, we provide loans to finance civil servants and this campaign aims at assisting towards their children’s educational aspirations By Duncan Mlanjira As the new academic year begins next week of October, First Capital Bank is offering loans for civil servants to assist them pay school fees for their children and wards — with access of…

Forum for National Development demands investigations on Shyley Kondowe and Adamson Mkandawire for possession of huge sums of US$

October 7, 2022

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The two under the radar * FND pens the ACB; Financial Intelligence Authority (FIA) and the Inspector General of Police * Being found with unexplained foreign currency is an offense under the Exchange Control Act of Malawi * ACB must immediately conduct a lifestyle audit for the two to array the fears of money laundering and corrupt practices * ACB confirms receipt of the letter and will review the complaint as it does with all complaints By Duncan Mlanjira A…