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Mozambique President Daniel Chapo to visit Malawi to launch Dedza/Calomue One-Stop Border Post

June 4, 2025

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President Daniel Chapo * The bilateral discussions will focus on further deepening and consolidating the cordial and longstanding bilateral relations between the two Republics * The Dedza/Calomue One-Stop Border Post is a landmark development in cross-border cooperation and trade facilitation By Duncan Mlanjira Mozambique President, Daniel Francisco Chapo will arrive in the country for a two-day State Visit from tomorrow, June 5-6 to hold bilateral talks with President Lazarus Chakwera under the theme; ‘Fifty Years of Enhancing Malawi-Mozambique Diplomatic…

DPP describes President Chakwera’s ‘citizen engagements’ as “misuse of public funds to influence public perception ahead of September 16 elections”

June 4, 2025

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* Alleges that Chakwera is handing out K50,000 to participants of the ‘citizen engagements’ while urging the recipients to recognise it as a token that must not influence their vote * Issues a serious warning to Chakwera that after September 16 — if he loses the election — he should be prepared to face the consequences of his actions under the law By Duncan Mlanjira The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has described President Lazarus Chakwera’s ‘citizen engagements’ as “nothing…

SRWB addressing Neno water challenges to end by September

June 4, 2025

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Dry taps * Some parts of the district face persistent water supply issues due to the current tank and borehole that are located at a lower point * As an interim measure, SRWB would improve the current system by adjusting supply schedules * Including suspending water provision in some nights to allow tanks to refill and ensure fair distribution By Salome Gangire, MANA Southern Region Water Board (SRWB) has assured Neno District residents that the long-standing water challenges will…

Jappie Mhango granted bail after being arrested by the ACB over corruption allegations

June 4, 2025

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* He has been charged with two counts of abuse of office and giving false information to the Anti-Corruption Bureau * Contrary to section 25B (1) and giving false information to the Bureau contrary to section 14 (1) of the Corrupt Practices Act By Augustus Nkhwazi, MANA Principal Resident Magistrate Court in Mzuzu yesterday granted bail to former Cabinet Minister, who was arrested on Monday by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) over abuse of office. In his bail ruling, Chief…

Motorist in Mangochi fined K860,000 for drunk-driving; suspended from driving for 60 days

June 4, 2025

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* He lost control of his vehicle due to overspeeding and hit a pedal cyclist who was carrying a female police officer as passenger * The motorist Victor Mulusu fled the scene but was later apprehended by members of the community Maravi Express Mangochi Senior Resident Magistrate’s Court has convicted and ordered Victor Mulusu, 37, to pay a fine of K860,000 for violating road traffic regulations, contrary to Sections 126(4)(a), 124(a), 124(b), and 128(2)(a) of the Road Traffic Act….

Former director of communication in Vice-President Saulos Chilima’s office appointed as ESCOM’s new chief public relations officer

June 4, 2025

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* To lead ESCOM’s internal and external communication programmes aimed at strengthening relationships with various stakeholders and understanding of the corporation’s mission and activities * He is a seasoned communications & media expert with over 10 years of experience gained from working in dynamic and challenging environments By Duncan Mlanjira Pilirani Phiri, who served as director of communication in Vice-President office from late Saulos Chilima to Michael Usi, has been appointed as new chief public relations & communications officer…

Flames assistant coach feels they have assembled a very good squad to take themselves to the COSAFA Cup 2025 semifinals

June 4, 2025

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* It’s very unfortunate that we have been participating in the COSAFA Cup since 1997 but we haven’t won it * We are going there to compete and try to bring the cup home—Mponda ahead of opening match against Lesotho tomorrow, June 5 * Matches to be broadcast on SABC, SuperSport, and streamed live on FIFA+ as hosts South Africa open the floor against neighbours, Mozambique this afternoon By Duncan Mlanjira Flames assistant coach Peter Mponda feels the technical…

Mwera winds to generate high and potentially dangerous water waves over Malawi lake bodies

June 3, 2025

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* Avoid sailing on the lakes, especially in small boats, during this period and that fishers should postpone fishing trips until conditions improve * Secure boats and equipment near the shoreline to prevent damage; swimming and recreational activities on lakes should be suspended By Duncan Mlanjira The Department of Climate Change & Meteorological Services (DCCMS) is alerting people along Lake Malawi and other water bodies — especially fishermen — that from Thursday evening, June, a strong southeasterly air mass…

Illovo Sugar Malawi’s K400m investment into MUST Endowment Fund grows to an impressive MK841m as of March 31, 2025

June 3, 2025

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* Projects it to reach approximately MK1.4 billion by March 2026 as Illovo completes its five year investment with K100 million * The Endowment Fund was launched in 2021 with a clear but ambitious goal — to ensure that no bright student is forced to abandon their studies simply because they can’t afford tuition or accommodation * We wanted to build something sustainable, something that would support students not just this year or next, but for generations to come…

Organising committee for MBC’s Entertainers of the Year Awards expanded with inclusion of experienced local entertainment industry veterans

June 3, 2025

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Award winning Malawian film producer, Shemu Joyah * Including award-winning film producer Charles Shemu Joyah; renowned entertainment journalists, Nation Publications’ Brian Itai; Times Group Sam Banda Junior * As well as multi-award winning journalist, Peter Kanjere; music promoter Taps Bandawe and celebrated dramatist Charles Mphoka * Ceremony now be hosted in February every year from December with this year’s edition expected to be held on February 28 By Victor Singano Jnr The organising committee for MBC’s Entertainers of the…