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CAMA implores on government to provide adequate forex for cement manufacturers to import raw materials

August 8, 2023

* Ministry of Trade & Industry to allow importation of cement to traders that have capacity to enable consumer’s access cement at affordable prices * The Ministry to deploy its trade officers to monitor and inspect cement distribution and pricing on the market By Duncan Mlanjira Concerned with high prices of cement on the market, which has been triggered by its low production and supply which unscrupulous traders have taken advantage to push up the prices, Consumers Association of…

Pedal with a Purpose charity cycle ride expects to raise K30m to support education in Malawi

August 7, 2023

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* The initiative has already raised over K5 million (£4,000) and the riders hope to increase this during the course of their trip * And thus asks wellwishers to donate through their website https://www.thinkmalawi.org/london-to-glasgow-cycle-ride-2023 By Duncan Mlanjira Think Malawi, the charity that has embarked on an epic 500-mile (790km) cycling adventure from London to Glasgow — dubbed Pedal with a Purpose — is expecting to raise about K30 million (£25,000) towards supporting grassroots education initiatives in Malawi. Three member from…

Malawi losing hefty sums through questionable transactions—Reverend Maulidi

August 6, 2023

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* Media reports over the weekend that indicated Malawi has to payback about K273 billion * Following the cancellation of a fertilizer supply contract with East Bridge of Romania By Duncan Mlanjira Reverend Baxton Maulidi, who is the All African Council of Churches AACC Economic Justice & Accountability Ambassador in Malawi, has described as unfortunate the continued loss of funds by the Malawi government through dubious transactions. Rev. Maulidi, who is also the deputy General Secretary for CCAP Blantyre…

UK cyclists on a 500-mile adventure to raise funds for education projects in Malawi

August 6, 2023

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* I wish the riders the best of luck on their ambitious cycle ride—Malawi High Commissioner to UK, Dr Thomas Bisika * They will ride 80-110 miles per day for six days in order to reach Glasgow on August 10 * In time for the UCI Cycling World Championships which began on Thursday, August 3-13 * Coincidentally, Malawian cyclist Macpherson Mbeya is participating in three disciplines By Duncan Mlanjira Four cyclists of Think Malawi — a UK-registered charity which…

Concern raised over increase of unsafe abortion cases in Blantyre

August 4, 2023

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Legal expert Mateyu Msisiya addressing the community members * Poverty is a major factor that fuels the malpractice * Women and girls still opt for unsafe means to terminate pregnancy * As abortion is unacceptable, according to the Malawi Constitution By Michael Martin, Correspondent Health authorities in Blantyre have expressed concern over the increase in unsafe abortion cases that is escalating maternal mortality rate. Speaking during a community engagement conducted at Traditional Authority Kunthembwe in Chileka, Blantyre, Francis Makiyi…

CDH Investment Bank invests K7.9 million towards Beit CURE’s life-changing surgeries

August 3, 2023

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* The Bank values partnership and teamwork and is proud to support the hospital to conduct 7-8 life changing surgeries * We are committed to helping the health sector in creating an environment conducive for inclusive development By Duncan Mlanjira CDH Investment Bank (CDHIB) has assisted Beit CURE International Hospital with K7.9 million (US$7,500) towards the hospital’s life-changing surgeries as part of its efforts to improve health in children. Presenting the donation at the hospital in Blantyre on the…

Blantyre City Council to demolish structures built in disaster fragile areas

August 3, 2023

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The area in Chilobwe that claimed many lives in March’s Cyclone Freddy-induced floods * Specifically hills of Soche, Ndirande, Bangwe, Mpingwe, Mthawira, Nyambadwe and reserves of all streams and rivers * To prosecute anyone in defiance who will start new developments or continue any development in the stated areas By Duncan Mlanjira Blantyre City Council has warned its residents that it has with immediate effect prohibited new developments from being erected on hills and stream reserves and that those…

Airtel Malawi, UNICEF empower schools with cutting-edge technology in support of Ministry of Education’s ‘Connect-a-School’ programme

August 1, 2023

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* 5-year project equipping schools with smart TV, tablets and free internet connectivity * 5 online learning sites have been zero-rated * In line with the Ministry’s pursuit of its priority interventions in digitalising education as outlined in the MW2063 * And highlighted in the MW2063 MIP- 1 under Human Capital Development Enabler 5 By Duncan Mlanjira Airtel Malawi Plc and UNICEF Malawi have announced a 5-year school connectivity project in support of the Ministry of Education’s ‘Connect-a-School’ programme…

BWB engages with customers on need for cost effective tariffs

July 31, 2023

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* We are satisfied that Blantyre Water Board is justified to adjust the tariff * Because we have seen for ourselves how complicated water production is By Duncan Mlanjira In its turnaround strategy in order to serve better through cost-effective tariffs and to sustain the gains it shall earn in the long run, Blantyre Water Board (BWB) took customers to Walker’s Ferry to appreciate that there is huge cost attached to production of potable water all the way from…

OPC applauds STVP management team for commendable progress of the largest irrigation project in Southern Africa

July 31, 2023

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* The PDU brought together all government MDAs for the site visit in Chikwawa * And engage them to discuss the roles and responsibilities expected from each MDA in the project * To identify gaps to be addressed in order for the project to achieve its intended goals considering its complex nature By Duncan Mlanjira After a site visit to Chikwawa to appreciate the progress of the Shire Valley Transformation Programme (STVP), the Office of the President & Cabinet,…