Standard Bank Chief Executive Phillip Madinga welcomes the new government administration’s resolve for economic restoration

* We look forward to a strong private and public partnership in the next critical three months of the government’s transition process  * The stage should be prepared for a re-set of a new economic trajectory where Malawi’s resolve to return to stability through fiscal discipline and governance * Dialogue with bilateral and multilateral donors and creditors and improved trade relations, is unambiguous By Duncan Mlanjira Standard Bank Plc says it looks forward to partnering government and other key…

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Ascent Soccer drop two vital points after a goalless draw with MK Women in NBM Women’s Premiership

* Ahead of the match, Ascent Soccer were three points away (12) from leaders, Silver Strikers Ladies (15 points), who are meeting 3rd-placed Kukoma Ntopwa Women tomorrow morning (10h00) at Mpira Stadium * Played at Champion also this morning, MDF Lionesses beat visiting Moyale Sisters 4-0 to garner 11 points — temporarily displacing Kukoma Ntopwa, who have 9 points ahead of their assignment against Silver Strikers By Duncan Mlanjira Despite dominating match proceedings this morning away at Mzuzu Stadium,…

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Honeymoon of plundering public resources is over—declares Mutharika

* As he pledges unity, integrity after taking oath of office this morning as the 7th President of the Republic of Malawi * Government is about service, not privilege. Any individual found misusing public funds will be expelled from office immediately. I will not tolerate corruption or the abuse of resources meant for citizens * When found looting, we are done. I will not allow anyone to destroy this government under my watch. Never say I did not warn…

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All eyes on Kukoma Ntopwa if they can stop leaders Silver Strikers from their 100% winning streak in NBM Women’s Premiership title race

* Silver Strikers Ladies lead with 15 points from five games — a 100% winning record, while Kukoma Ntopwa Women have 9 points from three wins and two losses * Trailing the leaders on 2nd place are Ascent Soccer with 12 points from four wins and one loss, and are away to to meet MK Academy tomorrow By Duncan Mlanjira Standing in the path of National Bank of Malawi (NBM) Women’s Premiership title race leaders, Silver Strikers Ladies, are…

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Former Zimbabwe president Robert Mugabe’s son appears in court on drug charge

* Police searched a black sling bag he was wearing at the time and allegedly found two small sachets of cannabis * Following the incident, police said in a statement that five people in a “syndicate linked to him” were also arrested By Shingai Nyoka & Danai Nesta Kupemba, BBC The son of Zimbabwe’s former President Robert Mugabe has appeared in a Harare court charged with drug possession. Robert Mugabe Jr, 33, was arrested on Wednesday morning as he…

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Notable MPs back in august House include Kaliati, Bande, Mkaka, Gwengwe, Kunkuyu, Namalomba, Mkumba, Lipipa

* Old guards include Mwanamveka, Chaponda, Enoch Chihana, Jappie Mhango, Khumbo Kachale, Nankhumwa, Vuwa Kaunda, Mchacha, Kutsaira * Making their debut include popular music artist, Skeffa Mlongoti Chimoto; Paulosi Norman Chisale; journalist Tailos Bakili; prominent female golfer, Roza Mbilizi * As well as Kamlepo Kalua’s son, Fred Fredokis Kalua and former NGORA executive director, Edward Chileka-Banda, among others By Duncan Mlanjira Notable Members of Parliament (MPs) that have managed to earn the trust and confidence of constituents to represent…

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Chakwera applauded for his decision to attend Mutharika inauguration as democratic maturity

* First, he conceded defeat, and now he has chosen to attend the ceremony. This sets an example for future leaders especially for our young ones, that peaceful transitions are possible * Chakwera to attend together with his Vice-President Michael Usi along with former presidents Bakili Muluzi and Joyce Banda By Judith Maluwa, MANA Political analyst Caesar Kondowe has described President Lazarus Chakwera’s decision to attend the inauguration of President-elect Peter Mutharika and Vice-President-elect Jane Ansah as a historic…

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President-elect Mutharika warns those found abusing transition period to be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law

* After receiving reports that some government officials are abusing the transition period to push through questionable contracts and payments * Also alludes to that the government officials are engaging in corrupt practices and carrying out irregular promotions, recruitments and transfers By Duncan Mlanjira Ahead of the swearing in as the 7th President of the Republic of Malawi, President-elect Arthur Peter Mutharika indicates that he has received reports that some government officials are abusing the transition period “to push…

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Malawi can reduce fuel costs by diversifying import sources through regional fuel pooling—economic analyst Thomas Ngoma

* This will allow negotiating bulk procurement contracts with favourable terms. Malawi must invest in expanding the capacity of strategic fuel reserves to buffer against global price shocks * Transport infrastructure enhancements, especially rail links to Mozambican ports, can cut logistics costs. We also need digitising procurement and distribution systems to curb inefficiencies and leakages By Duncan Mlanjira As observers contend that the decision by Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) to increase fuel pump prices effective today, October 1,…

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Walter Nyamilandu pledges to advance governance lessons from football administration to foster progress for people of Nsanje South West

* As an executive member of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), I have the privilege of representing Malawi at continental level, advancing leadership, governance, and development across Africa * Together we can build a stronger, fairer, and more prosperous Malawi. Let’s walk his path of unity, change, and progress together By Duncan Mlanjira Having been officially declared as the winner of September 16 Parliamentary election for Nsanje South West, former Football Association of Malawi (FAM) president, Walter Nyamilandu-Manda…

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