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FCB, Standard Bank release total of K190m as relief packages to mitigate Cyclone Freddy disaster; Standard Bank adds K30m more as cholera response

March 15, 2023

Destitute household in Chilobwe * We have the responsibility to contribute to the well-being of the communities they operate in—First Capital Bank (FCB) * We are cognizant of the need for cholera support that is also at risk of spike because of the cyclone—Standard Bank By Duncan Mlanjira First Capital Bank (FCB) has released K100 million while Standard Bank injected K90 million, making a total of K190 million as relief packages towards assisting victims of Cyclone Freddy disaster while…

Bangwe charity BAHASI calls out for assistance to curb cholera as many pit latrines are destroyed by Cyclone Freddy

March 14, 2023

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Cholera situation report * Situation may lead to an increase in cholera cases again * Since Bangwe is one of the locations that has been badly affected by the ongoing epidemic By Duncan Mlanjira While being fortunate that the devastating effects of Cyclone Freddy has not claimed deaths or major injuries as of yet in Bangwe, the terrible storm still has caused a lot of damage in the township as many victims have lost their homes — with so…

Chilima takes a swipe at religions that discourage congregants from assessing medical care amidst cholera outbreak

March 12, 2023

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* Don’t listen those misguided characters who preach that drugs or medicines are satanic * The last I checked, doctors, nurses, pharmacists and researchers in the medical profession were all created in the image of God * And I haven’t heard any declaration to the contrary By Duncan Mlanjira Vice-President Saulos Chilima, while appealing to the faith community traditional leaders to help government in convincing their subordinates to access cholera treatment, takes a swipe at religions that discourage congregants…

Over 127,168 cholera cases reported in 12 southern African countries as of March 2023 resulting into close to 3,000 deaths

March 12, 2023

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Vice-President Saulos Chilima addressing the high profile delegates * It is widely said that ‘diseases and public health emergencies know no borders’ * Our convergence attests to the realization that we can only triumph if we work together as partners beyond our borders By Duncan Mlanjira The cholera pandemic has not hit Malawi alone but it is a regional crisis as over 127,168 cholera cases have been reported in 12 southern African countries as of March 2023 that has…

Old Mutual CEO Jiya enlightens St. Mary’s students on keeping basic hygiene amidst cholera outbreak

March 11, 2023

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Jiya, renowned champion for the girl child motivation * Much as cholera was eradicated in the first world, it keeps resurfacing in Malawi and other least developed countries * Mostly due to poverty since most of the citizenry do not have access to safe water, adequate sanitation and basic hygiene needs By Duncan Mlanjira Old Malawi Group Chief Executive Officer, Edith Jiya enlightened young minds of St. Mary’s Secondary School on Friday that cholera pandemic, which Malawi is battling…

Charitable foundation on the cards for special attention to children’s hospital wards

March 7, 2023

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Lead founding member Regina Mwanza-Ng’ombe * To be mobilising resources for procurement of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines * As well as heaters for premature babies and other medical supplies critical for the wards By Kondwani Magombo, MANA A charitable organisation, Friends of Paediatric Wards Foundation, has been formed to support to be mobilising resources to support children’s wards (paediatrics) in the country’s four referral hospitals. Lead founder, Regina Mwanza-Ng’ombe said the idea to form the Foundation has…

Japan invests high power solar system for Salima District Hospital

March 5, 2023

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Oya and Daud shake hands as symbolic handover * The solar system and SDD refrigerators will go a long way in addressing some of the challenges—Ambassador Oya * Availability of adequate power is key to delivery of quality health services—Deputy Health Minister By Fostina Mkandawire, MANA Salima District Hospital has been equipped with a high powered solar system plant donated by the People’s Republic of Japan to ease power challenges that have been crippling delivery of health services. The…

NICO Group lays foundation stone for K190m double storey classroom block at Mbayani Primary School

March 3, 2023

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Group MD Kumwenda laying the foundation stone * The magnificent classroom block is expected to have total of four classrooms * Mbayani Primary School has the highest pupil enrollment in Malawi as well as part of Africa * As it has over 10,000 learners who only use 33 classroom blocks — forcing other pupils to be learning under trees By Victor Singano Jnr, Correspondent NICO Group, through its NICO Foundation, has laid a foundation stone for a modern double…

Illovo Sugar Malawi provides security fences for Nkhunga CDSS and Health Centre

February 27, 2023

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Jerry Ndlovu and Precious Chautsi commissioning the Nkhunga CDSS fence * Testimony of Illovo Sugar Malawi’s commitment to continuously play its role * In building and sustaining a thriving community in its operational areas * The company remains committed to ensuring the welfare our employees and all other stakeholders wherever possible * We understand the interdependence between our business, the environment, and society By Duncan Mlanjira Ensuring safety is Illovo Sugar Malawi’s priority — not only for its employees…

Epilepsy Warriors Foundation organises 18.5km walkathon fundraiser on Sunday

February 24, 2023

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* Organised together with Cancer Survivor’s Quest in commemoration of World Cancer Day, International Child Cancer Day and International Epilepsy Day * Cancer Survivor Quest want to build a cancer screening centre in Dedza * Epilepsy Warriors Foundation are trying to end stigma while promoting positive awareness By Petro Mkandawire, MANA Epilepsy Warriors Foundation (EWF), in collaboration with Cancer Survivors Quest, will on Sunday, February 26 walk 18km from Blantyre Old Town Hall to Lunzu in a fundraiser walkathon…