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14,000 of 19,200 metric tonnes of maize from Ukraine arrives and being distributed to vulnerable communities

November 5, 2024

WFP Country Director, Paul Turnbull (3rd from right) with the diplomats from France, Sweden, Ukraine and The Netherlands * WFP applauds the solidarity partnership with France, Korea, Sweden, The Netherlands and Ukraine that aims to address one of the gravest challenges facing Malawi * Earlier this year, Malawi experienced a prolonged dry spell triggered by the El Niño conditions * This long dry spell came during a critical crop growth phase and devastated food production — consequently, 44% of…

Producer of Michael Jackson’s historic ‘Thriller’, Quincy Jones dies aged 91

November 4, 2024

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Michael Jackson holds eight awards as he poses with Quincy Jones at the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, February 28, 1984 * Jones kept company with presidents and foreign leaders, movie stars and musicians, philanthropists and business leaders * He toured with Count Basie and Lionel Hampton, arranged records for Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald, composed the soundtracks for ‘Roots’ and ‘In the Heat of the Night’ * Organised President Bill Clinton’s first inaugural celebration and oversaw the all-star recording…

Zambia Army Commander adds credence to his Malawian counterpart’s assertion of the military’s important role in nation-building

November 4, 2024

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Lieutenant General Geoffrey Choongo Zyeele * Challenges faced by the continent are complex and multifaceted, ranging from political instability, armed conflict to economic disparities and social inequities * Addressing the challenges Africa face “requires not just military might, but a robust legal framework that supports peace and security as foundational pillars for development * After MDF Commander, General Valentino Phiri had said defence forces not only protect citizens from external threats but also contribute to peacekeeping, humanitarian efforts and…

Simple swearing-in ceremony for Botswana President Duma Boko

November 2, 2024

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* Administered by Chief Justice Terence Rannowane at the Gaborone High Court chambers * And was witnessed by few government officials, pastors, close family members and the media By Duncan Mlanjira Duma Boko took an Oath of Office of the President of Botswana at 17h35 yesterday, November 1, to became the sixth leader of Botswana. That country’s media house, Mmegi reported that the small swearing in ceremony, conducted by the Chief Justice Terence Rannowane at the Gaborone High Court…

‘The military should always maintain the apolitical posture to objectively uphold the constitutional order’—MDF Commander at African Bar Association conference 2024

November 1, 2024

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* Service members are citizens first and soldiers second — therefore, patriotism is key to ensure that military is employed to defend and develop one’s country * In a world where peace and stability can sometimes seem elusive, African defence forces stand as the bedrock of security By Duncan Mlanjira In his keynote address; ‘The Role of Defence Forces in a Democracy’ delivered at the African Bar Association conference 2024 in Lusaka, Zambia on Monday, Malawi Defence Force (MDF)…

Malawi’s General Namathanga, Rtd awarded Merit in Leadership Award by African Bar Association

October 29, 2024

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* The African Bar Association conference 2024 was held under the theme; ‘Legal Framework for Peace and Security as the Backbone of Socio-economic Development in Africa: * The Role of the Military and Security Agencies in Development’ held at Mulungushi International Convention Centre in Lusaka By Duncan Mlanjira At its annual conference co-hosted by the Law Society of Zambia yesterday, October 28, the African Bar Association awarded Merit in Leadership Award to Malawi’s General Peter Namathanga, Rtd. The African…

AU Advisory Board against Corruption invites AACC Economic Justice Accountability Champion Rev. Maulidi to its annual African anti-corruption dialogue

October 28, 2024

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* This comes a week after Rev. Maulidi championed that if the fight against corruption is to be achieved in Malawi, members of the public should be encouraging on corruption whistleblowing — and should be protected * The theme was mooted out as the AU Board has dedicated its work in 2024 to promote the role of whistleblowing in combating corruption By Duncan Mlanjira The African Union (AU) Advisory Board against Corruption has invited All Africa Conference of Churches (AACC)…

Chief Economist Chifipa Mhango fondly reminisces of his personal and professional engagement with former South Africa Reserve Bank governor late Tito Mboweni

October 14, 2024

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* Tito, as some of us fondly called him, was an established hero and role model as we were developing our careers as economists in the 1990s * During that time, South Africa was in the period of transformation of both the economic and political landscape and key to this became the economic policy environment By Duncan Mlanjira The passing on of former Reserve Bank of South Africa Governor, Tito Titus Mboweni, brings a lot of sadness to Don…

Iranian brigadier general Esmail Qaani alive but currently under interrogation over ties with Israel

October 11, 2024

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* It was previously claimed that Qhaani had been in Beirut two days before the assassination of Hassan Nasrallah in late September * According to reports last week, Ghaani had not been in contact with the Iranian regime for several days following the attack in Dahiya * That targeted senior Hezbollah official Hisham Safi al-Din, who had been designated to succeed Nasrallah Shachar Kleiman, israel.Hayom.com Iranian brigadier general Esmail Qaani, who is commander of the Quds Force, is alive…

Teachers are not just instructors; they are mentors, role models and catalysts for innovation and change

October 6, 2024

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* At Airtel Africa, we deeply appreciate the pivotal role that teachers play in shaping our future * They are the backbone of society, equipping our children with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to navigate an ever-changing world By Sunil Taldar, Chief Executive Officer of Airtel Africa In celebrating World Teachers’ Day Today, on World Teachers’ Day, which we celebrated yesterday, October 5, we come together to celebrate the invaluable contributions of teachers across the globe. This year’s…