Indian Parliamentarian Barrister Owaisi asks rulers to strengthen harmony

T. Vivek welcomed the gathering. Seen on dias: (from left) Ziauddin Nayyar, Barrister Asaduddin Owaisi, MP, G. Chinna Reddy and Capt. Panduranga Reddy * Urges Prime Minister Modi to adorn Prime Minister’s Office with picture of freedom fighter Maulvi Alauddin, who sacrificed his life for the country by fighting against the British colonial rule Special report from Republic of India by Dr. Ahmed Mohiuddin Siddiqui Barrister Asaduddin Owaisi, Member of Indian Parliament from the southern city of Hyderabad, has…

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Vitumbiko Mumba to lead Malawi delegation at 45th SADC Summit in Madagascar

* Amidst Vice-President Michael Usi’s spat with President Chakwera’s administration over corruption allegations * Usi further alleges that top government officials want to assassinate him by dropping his security team * He has also played an audio where someone is disagreeing with the plans to kill him By Duncan Mlanjira Minister of Trade & Industry, Vitumbiko Mumba — who is President Lazarus Chakwera’s running mate for the September 16 presidential election — has been chosen to lead Malawi’s delegation…

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2025 Financial Times Africa Summit in London to discuss impact of Trump policies amid Malawi reeling from Visa bond, USAID cuts

* To be held under the theme; ‘Africa in a Changing World’, which will attract African Heads of State, policymakers, CEOs, investors, and next-generation entrepreneurs * To explore the continent’s global role in a period of geopolitical and economic uncertainty, and technological change * The dramatic changes to America’s foreign policy present challenges, uncertainties and risks for Africa By Duncan Mlanjira Financial Times, the global authoritative financial and economic publication announces that the 12th edition of its flagship Africa…

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Chakwera emphasises significance of preserving cultural heritage to foster national unity

* As he graces Chewa Heritage Foundation (CHEFO) fundraising dinner held at Bingu International Conference Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe * Organised to raise funds for Kulamba Festival 2025, the Chewa annual event that is held in Mkaika, Zambia every August * Cultural heritage is key in promoting peace and unity, as well as enhancing social-economic development among Malawians By Patience Longwe, MANA President Lazarus Chakwera has emphasised the significance of preserving cultural gathering in fostering unity and promoting cultural…

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FDH Bank Plc enters into a definitive agreement for acquisition of a controlling stake of 98.87% in Ecobank Mozambique

* The transaction — which has received all the necessary regulatory approvals — “represents a significant milestone in FDH Bank’s regional expansion strategy * It enables FDH Bank Plc to extend its footprint in southern Africa, and is expected to deliver strategic benefits * Including market expansion; revenue diversification; operational synergies; and long-term value creation for stakeholders By Duncan Mlanjira FDH Bank Plc has is acquiring a controlling stake of 98.87% in Ecobank Mozambique SA after entering into a…

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Popular sugar alternative found safe and even effective at killing pancreatic cancer cells

* Pancreatic cancer is highly invasive and prone to metastasis, showing significant resistance to existing treatments, such as surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy * As such, there is an urgent need to identify new and effective anticancer compounds, particularly those derived from medicinal plants Times of India A recent study, published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences, reveals that fermented stevia, using a bacterium from banana leaves, exhibits promising potential in preventing pancreatic cancer. The fermentation process transforms stevia…

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Questions arise over Zimbabwean Wicknell Chivayo rubbing shoulders with African presidents

* Met Chakwera yesterday and is reported to have unfettered access to power, with his interactions with presidents including his own Emmerson Mnangagwa * He has before met former Malawi President Peter Mutharika, Kenya’s William Ruto, Uganda’s Yoweri Museveni, Tanzania’s Samia Suluhu Hassan and late Edgar Lungu of Zambia By Duncan Mlanjira President Lazarus Chakwera is being advised to be extra wary of Zimbabwean Wicknell Chivayo, whom he has met yesterday, saying there is need to make serious background…

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Environmental management trust LCBMT calls for responsible stewardship of Mulanje Mountain as it is declared a World Heritage Site

* Under international law and UNESCO guidelines, activities such as mining and unchecked development within the designated area are subject to strict oversight * The protections call for vigilance and coordination among stakeholders to ensure compliance and safeguard the mountain’s integrity By Duncan Mlanjira The Lake Chilwa Basin Management Trust (LCBMT) contends that while the designation of Mulanje Mountain as a World Heritage Site marks a major achievement, it also brings an added layer of responsibility towards its preservation…

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Botswana President Boko concludes State Visit by paying homage to former President late Kamuzu Banda at his Mausoleum

* As well as visiting Malawi Parliament where he planted a soldier tree within the precincts, symbolising goodwill and environmental stewardship * We are stronger today because we have met to deepen the relationship between our two countries, he said By Nyandema Mhango & Sellah Singini, MANA President of Botswana, Advocate Gideon Duma Boko on Monday morning concluded his three-day State Visit to Malawi by making a courtesy call Malawi’s Parliament and Kamuzu Mausoleum in Lilongwe. At the Parliament,…

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Botswana President Boko pledges to support Malawi’s mining sector

* Word has been spoken today affirming that which has been spoken before, examples have been enacted * It is now time for transformative action that speaks to the growth of our economies, to the rise of the continent and to the transformation of the lives of our people * As Chakwera hails Boko as a visionary, democrat, and pan-Africanist leader who shares Malawi’s values of democracy, good governance, and development By Eunice Disi Lole, Patience Longwe & Rosalia…

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