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MUST charts a new path by launching science & arts research journal
February 14, 2022
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MUST at Goliati in Thyolo * In a bid to become world class center of excellence in research and outreach * It is designed to enrich contributors’ CVs in the dissemination of knowledge * The journal ties well with the development aspirations as espoused through the MW2063 By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi University of Science & Technology (MUST) has charted a new path in the history of the country’s tertiary education by launching the first of its kind academic journal,…

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Former President Joyce Banda unites with her young idol Oyanda
February 12, 2022
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Two proud new friends, former President and aspiring Ayanda * She dressed up representing the country’s 4th Presidents at her school’s Black History Month commemoration * I found her at last and I was honored to receive her together with her parents, her school director and teachers * I was amazed to listen to the speech she gave at the event that she recited it to me By Duncan Mlanjira Impressed with a picture post on Facebook of a…

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Blantyre Synod’s Church & Society engages its church leaders to campaign for CoVID-19 vaccination uptake during congregations
February 12, 2022
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Rev. Billy Gama; there is a lot of misconceptions that is being spread through social media * It is up to us to dispel those false messages that seems to appeal to people not to get vaccinated * We are lucky that we attract huge gatherings every Sunday to preach the the Lord’s Gospel * They believe in us when we preach the Gospel and thus they will in turn believe if we teach of the positives of getting…

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Illovo Sugar Malawi Plc posts K20.5bn net profit representing 647% increase
February 10, 2022
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By Duncan Mlanjira Illovo Sugar Malawi Plc financials for the year ended August 31, 2021 saw a revenue increase of K163 billion from K147 billion during the same period of 2020 which represents an increase of 11%. From this revenue, the company posted K20.5 billion as net profit, representing 647% increase while operating profit had an increase of 293% at K32 billion. The company has declared a dividend of K14 per share but a final dividend of K4 per…

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DStv’s M-Net to broadcast Janet Jackson documentary from February 17
February 9, 2022
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Legendary Janet Jackson * It’s a never seen before all-encompassing coverage on her career journey and family * Upon the 40th anniversary of her first album, this will be the definitive story of Janet Jackson * One of the best-selling and highest-earning artists in music history By Duncan Mlanjira DStv’s M-Net will this month broadcast the documentary of Janet Damita Jo Jackson, the acclaimed American singer, songwriter, actress and dancer. The acclaimed documentary, ‘Janet Jackson’ will debut on MNet…

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Malawi included in UN Economic Commission’s implementation of complementary technical assistance for SADC’s SME response to CoVID-19
February 9, 2022
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Eunice Kamwendo, ECA subregional office director for southern Africa * Seminar focused on country experiences and a focus on ‘building back better’ in Mauritius * ECA aims to first strengthen the capacities of MSMEs in southern Africa * Target countries for these projects are Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa and Zambia * To effectively respond to CoVID-19 and bounce back stronger * Also to strengthen MSME capacities to design and apply innovative approaches to resilience building By Duncan…

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South Africans rebuke Orlando Pirates coach for disrespecting AFCON over his grudge on Malawian star Gabadinho
February 9, 2022
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Gaba in action against Senegal  * He is quoted as saying South African Premier Soccer League is bigger than the AFCON * AFCON is organised by CAF, whose president is South African national Patrice Motsepe * This is an embarrassment to Pirates chairman for hiring an immature coach * Mandla is so clueless and doesn’t deserve to be coach for such a big club By Duncan Mlanjira Soon after Gabadinho Mhango’s return from the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)…

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Illovo Sugar Plc responds swiftly on its surrounding communities in distress soon after Cyclone Ana
February 8, 2022
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After shocks of the disaster in the Lower Shire * Provided tents and piped water to the flood victims * Refurbished a maize mill to enable communities to continue processing maize for food * Set up the continuing supply of potable (drinking) water to the estate villages and Nchalo trading centre * Completed the temporary repair of the Nchalo/Bereu road to allow for easy movement between Nchalo and Chikwawa boma * Worked in close cooperation with the Government to…

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9-month period revenue growth for Airtel Africa Plc at US$3,492m representing 21.7%
February 8, 2022
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* The highlights of the report include constant currency underlying revenue growth that was recorded across all regions * Nigeria up 29.0%, East Africa up 24.4% and Francophone Africa up 19.0% and across all key services * Revenue in Voice up 16.1%, and in Data and Mobile Money both up 37.2% By Duncan Mlanjira Airtel Africa Plc’s results for nine-month period that ended December 31, 2021 indicates that revenue grew to US$3,492 million — representing 21.7% growth while constant…

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FDH Bank Plc once more donates towards flood victims through ADRA
February 8, 2022
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FDH Bank’s Hamisi and her colleague Levie Nkulichi handing over the support to Pastor Nyirenda and Board member Dorothy Chapeyama * This comes after FDH Bank Plc contributed K15 million towards DoDMA’s response * As a Group assistance to DoDMA, First Discount House pooled in K7.5m, K5m from FDH Money Bureau for the total of K27.5m * When ADRA reached us with their initiative we found it noble and honourable, hence stepping in to support the cause * This shows how…

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