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Vice-President Jane Ansah joins Standard Bank in celebrating Malawi Fashion Identity SS26 Showcase

December 7, 2025

* Through ‘Joy of the Arts’ initiative, Standard Bank invests in programs that uplift creative talent, promote cultural expression, and drive economic growth * The Malawi Fashion Identity SS26 Showcase embodies these values, showcasing the best of Malawian design and creativity to the world By Duncan Mlanjira Vice-President Justice Jane Ansah, Rtd, joined Standard Bank on Saturday night in Lilongwe to celebrate the Malawi Fashion Identity SS26 Showcase, which was described as more than just fashion, but a powerful…

A win tomorrow against Bangwe All Stars will qualify Red Lions into the TNM Super League

December 6, 2025

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* To remain with NBS Bank NDL title itself alongside with runners-up Baka City, who face 3rd-placed Mitundu Baptist * The two are separated by five points on the log table with four games left to wrap up the season By Duncan Mlanjira If Red Lions beat Bangwe All Stars tomorrow at home Balaka Stadium in Match Week 19 of the NBS Bank National Division League (NDL), they will earn automatic qualification back into the elite TNM Super League…

‘MACRA’s Letter Writing Competition plays a crucial role in shaping secondary school learners in critical thinking’—Likangala headteacher Carol Mbewe

December 6, 2025

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The top three; overall winner Rheecious Luweya flanked by runner-up Allan Nkhoma (right) and 3rd-placed Favour Kalirani * They are able to research and organise information for effective communication which is the essence of letter writing competition * As Chichiri Secondary School Form 4 student, Rheecious Isaac Luweya is crowned Malawi’s best young letter writer * Of the 54th International Letter Writing Competition under the theme; ‘Imagine you are the ocean — write a letter to someone explaining why…

The CCAP stands in solidarity with CSOs’ and governance experts’ red flags raised against establishing CDF in the Constitution

December 6, 2025

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* Agrees with the observation that it was amended without due process and that it erodes governance principles * We add our voice to theirs in condemning this move, which we view as a detriment to our constitutional democracy * We, therefore, call upon all relevant institutions and leaders to reflect on the profound implications of this constitutional amendment * Prioritise robust, inclusive, and transparent processes in all matters of national governance and uphold the sanctity of the Constitution…

NBM Women’s Premiership resumes with city derby and a battle of log table front runners

December 4, 2025

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* Leaders, Silver Strikers Ladies with 30 points, host fierce city rivals, runners-up Ascent Soccer (26 points) at Silver Stadium on Sunday * Which is in two folds; Silver wanting to stretch the lead and Ascent aiming to cut it to just one point * Another focus will be on the game between 3rd-placed Nyasa Big Bullets Women and 4th-placed MDF Lionesses on Saturday at Mpira Stadium By Duncan Mlanjira After a break to honour the Malawi Tri-Nation Tournament…

CFTC to host panel discussion in commemoration of World Competition Day to share insights on the fundamentals, dynamics and implications of AI for developing economies

December 4, 2025

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* And the strategies that should be put in place to safeguard competition and consumer protection in Malawi * To be aired on MBC tomorrow December 5th involving experts from the Ministry of Industrialisation, Business, Trade and Tourism, MACRA), ICTAM), the COMESA Competition Commission and the CFTC By Duncan Mlanjira The Competition & Fair Trading Commission (CFTC) will tomorrow, December 5, join the global community in commemorating the World Competition Day (WCD) under the theme; ‘Artificial Intelligence (AI), Consumers…

‘They no longer make Esau Kanyendas!’—award-winning journalist, Peter Kanjere

December 3, 2025

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* I have never seen a striker in the last two decades who understood the meaning of grabbing football opportunities firmly with both hands—Kanjere * From DWASCO to the grand stages of South Africa, Russia and far beyond, Esau Kanyenda — the Black Mamba — has taken his final bow * The fangs that once struck with unmatched precision are still, and the swift force that defined him on the field has quieted—Sunduzwayo Madise * He was a good…

Standard Bank trains ICT graduates as it partners ICTAM and UNDP in Inclusive Digital Transformation for Malawi project

December 3, 2025

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Four of the cohort of 68 under the ID4M program; Regina Chidzanja, Aicia Mtsendero, Watipa Sibande and Ishmael Mwalwanda * We are investing in data analytics, enterprise data management and roll out of cutting-edge digital offerings * To maintain a strong trajectory of innovation we require a sustainable talent pipeline Maravi Express Four ICT students have graduated from six months of internship at Standard Bank Plc as part of the Inclusive Digital Transformation for Malawi (IDT4M) program in partnership…

Of China’s US$20 million debt relief to Malawi

December 3, 2025

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Vice-President Justice Jane Ansah’s recent meeting with Chinese Ambassador to Malawi Lu Xu to strengthen Malawi-China partnership * Narratives suggesting that Chinese engagement fosters dependency do not reflect the realities of Malawi’s experience * Chinese-supported initiatives have strengthened the country’s physical and technological infrastructure, expanded educational and industrial capacity, and contributed to long-term national development goals * These contributions help lay the foundation for enhanced domestic revenue generation and structural transformation, aligning with Malawi’s own development strategies and aspirations…

Director of Malawian drama series Pa Mango Lodge on Zambezi Magic Brian Magombo now focused on developing more Malawian and African stories for the global stage

December 2, 2025

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* I want to create films that intentionally bridge worlds and I am also growing my production company into a stronger creative hub for film, television, and documentaries across Malawi * In the long term, I see myself directing feature films and, critically, mentoring emerging filmmakers back home as to make great films consistently, we need as many skilled and informed storytellers as possible By Duncan Mlanjira Brian Magombo, the director of Malawian drama series, Pa Mango Lodge, that is…