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Airtel Africa-UNICEF partnership connects 1,200 schools and 1 million children to digital education in Africa

November 20, 2024

Malawian learners who have benefited from the high profile programme * As Airtel Malawi earmarks to connect 100 schools in the partnership with 17 schools already so far * To date, 18,800 students from government schools across the country have benefited from the initiative * With 5 e-learning websites zero rated for Airtel Malawi’s subscribers By Duncan Mlanjira The five-year partnership between Airtel Africa and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) — aimed at transforming education across the continent…

Malawi’s Inua Advocacy granted observer status with African Union Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights

November 19, 2024

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* The approval was made on November 6, 2024 and greatly strengthens Inua Advocacy’s impact and scope in advocating for human rights * Allowing the NGO’s further effective support to vulnerable populations and push for meaningful change across Africa * This achievement opens up valuable new opportunities and strengthens our ability to drive meaningful impact in our human rights work By Duncan Mlanjira Inua Advocacy, the independent civil society organisation that advocates for refugee rights in Malawi and beyond,…

Cyclone Bheki developing on Indian Ocean poses no direct threat to Malawi—Meteorological Department

November 17, 2024

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The projected path of Tropical Cyclone Bheki * The weather models suggest that the cyclone is likely to weaken in the Indian Ocean * It is currently situated over 2,000km east of Madagascar and is projected to continue its southwestward trajectory toward the Madagascar coast at a speed of 12km/h Maravi Express The Department of Climate Change & Meteorological Services assured the general public that the Tropical Cyclone Bheki that developed in the Indian Ocean approximately three days ago,…

Deccan Heritage Trust Chief Dr Safiullah hosts Maravi Express Consulting Editor Dr Ahmed Siddiqui to a special luncheon

November 12, 2024

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Dr. Mohammed Safiullah (1st right) * Where prominent intellectuals exchanged views on Indian political and social scenario as well as discussion on food By Duncan Mlanjira, Maravi Express The Deccan Heritage Trust of India’s Chief, Dr. Mohammed Safiullah hosted a traditional Hyderabadi lunch in honour of the Consulting Editor of Maravi Express, Dr. Ahmed Mohiuddin Siddiqui on a bright and chilly afternoon on Sunday. The Deccan Heritage Foundation adopts a contemporary approach to the re-purposing of heritage buildings and places…

Zomba War Memorial Tower clocks 100 years

November 11, 2024

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* It is inscribed with names of those that fought and died in the two world wars standing as a symbol of sacrifice, brevity and sacrifice for the fallen heroes * The Remembrance Day also provided opportunity to remember those that died in other wars and peace keeping missions in Africa and other countries worldwide By Evance Chisiano, MANA Erected on January 15, 1924, Zomba War Memorial Tower has stood for 100 years as a pillar of remembrance to…

AACC economic justice & accountability champion in Malawi, Rev. Maulidi contends the faith community is also corrupt at AU conference on corruption in Arusha

November 8, 2024

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* The church is supposed to provide a prophetic voice by teaching its followers on issues of corruption * But, unfortunately, it is the same church or any other faith community that is is propelling corruption * I don’t know the reason why — maybe because it is to do with issues of moral decay which is all over Africa or maybe issues of poverty By Duncan Mlanjira All Africa Conference of Churches (AACC) economic justice & accountability champion…

Malawi elected chair of 5th Bureau of the AU specialised technical committee on education sector

November 8, 2024

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* Congratulations, Malawi, may God grant our leaders wisdom and foresight as they work to transform Africa’s education landscape * And strengthen African education systems in response to the goals of Africa’s Agenda 2063 By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi has been elected African Union (AU) 5th Bureau as the chair for the its specialised technical committee on education, science, technology & innovation (ESTI) for the period 2024-2026, representing the southern African region. The decision was made at AU 5th Bureau’s…

Rev. Maulidi set for his session of ‘state of play on whistleblower and witness protection mechanism’ at the AU Advisory Board against Corruption conference in Arusha

November 6, 2024

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* His panel discussion session tomorrow is; ‘State of Play on Whistleblower and Witness Protection Mechanism: Perspectives of Civil Society Organisation’ * It will highlight the experiences and perspectives of CSOs and media leaders regarding the obstacles encountered by African whistleblowers * And to discuss best practices around whistleblowing as well recommendations for overcoming these obstacles and promoting a culture of whistleblowing and accountability By Duncan Mlanjira All Africa Conference of Churches (AACC) Economic Justice Accountability Champion in Malawi,…

‘The economy mattered the most in voter decision in the USA and leadership abilities to manage it’—Chifipa Mhango

November 6, 2024

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* The rising cost of living as reflected in inflation rate, has been a number one item being portrayed in electoral process polls, and the results seem to point to that element strongly * This is a key message that countries such as Malawi, that are heading towards elections in 2025, should reflect on; no leadership can survive through excuses on issues or management of the econony By Duncan Mlanjira The election results in the United States of America…

France, Sweden and The Netherlands applaud Ukraine’s resilience against Russian invasion

November 5, 2024

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* The support comes from a nation which is courageously enduring a full-scale Russian invasion since February 24, 2022–Honorary Consul of France, Luc Deschamps * Ukraine is able to defend its country against Russia’s ongoing aggression and at the same time contributes to the food supply on a global level—Ambassador of Sweden to Zimbabwe and Malawi, Per Lingarde * The Ukraine-Russia war should remind the world of the impacts of conflict and insecurity that ripple out across the globe…