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Ascent Soccer open NBM Women’s Premiership 2026/27 Matchweek 2 on Wednesday against debutants Rumphi Sisters
September 21, 2026
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* Log table leaders Civil Service Women will host Nyasa Big Bullets Women on Sunday at Civo Stadium * 2025/26 champions Silver Strikers Ladies will host debutants Chitoliro Heroines at Silver Stadium on Saturday By Duncan Mlanjira Ascent Soccer, who opened the NBM Women’s Premiership 2026/27 season by drawing 1-1 with MDF Lionesses on Sunday, will on Wednesday host debutants Rumphi Sisters for their Matchweek 2 assignment at Ascent. Through their one point, Ascent Soccer are placed on 6th…

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Favour Umar’s book ‘Best in the Worst’ now available on Amazon
September 20, 2026
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* Her memoir that recounts her conversion from Islam to Christianity, facing family disownment, homelessness, and persecution * While discovering faith and resilience in tackling storms of life head-on and coming out best on the other side By Duncan Mlanjira Favour Umar’s second book, ‘Best in the Worst’, is now available on Amazon — her memoir that recounts her conversion from Islam to Christianity, facing family disownment, homelessness, and persecution, while discovering faith and resilience. It inspires young minds…

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‘Malawi unquestionably needs more infrastructure to convert endless possibilities into opportunities that will drive economic growth’
September 20, 2026
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* Maintained Standard Bank Chief Executive Phillip Madinga during the Public Private Partnership Commission (PPPC) Infrastructure Financing Forum * That focused on unlocking private capital to accelerate infrastructure development in Malawi * Although Africa and Malawi, in particular, have a significant infrastructure gap standing in the way of development, the capital exists By Duncan Mlanjira During the Public Private Partnership Commission (PPPC) Infrastructure Financing Forum held on Thursday, September 17 — that focused on unlocking private capital to accelerate…

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Malawian nurse Ezelina Dacruz makes history as first in Wales to qualify in prescribing care home medication for residents
September 19, 2026
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Ezelina Dacruz was presented with a Wales Care Award * As more care is delivered closer to home and within community settings, developments such as this are increasingly important — Malawian-UK Nurses Association * We are proud to celebrate nurses who are advancing practice, breaking new ground and helping shape the future of care By Duncan Mlanjira Described by Welsh online, Nursing Times as a trailblazing nurse, Malawian Ezelina Dacruz has made history by becoming the first in Wales…

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BAM underscores private sector’s commitment in working with Government to build a prosperous country
September 19, 2026
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BAM president Phillip being welcomed by President Mutharika at the engagement  * As the banking sector outlines its strategy towards its role in the government-private sector development partnership during an audience with President Arthur Peter Mutharika * The banking industry presents itself not merely as a provider of financial services, but as a committed partner in the development of our country * Banks mobilise domestic savings and channel financial resources towards productive investment — BAM president Phillip Madinga By…

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MultiChoice Malawi unveils South African Mvuzo Dzingwa as new Chief Executive Officer
September 19, 2026
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* Prior to his appointment, Mvuzo held senior leadership roles within the MultiChoice Group, gaining extensive experience in commercial strategy, trade marketing, and market execution * For the company to grow its customer base, there is a need to put customers first, build and strengthen partnerships, and deepen its business connection By Duncan Mlanjira & Victor Singano Jnr MultiChoice Malawi has a new Chief Executive Officer, South African, Mvuzo Dzingwa, who is bringing more than two decades of expertise…

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Illovo Sugar Malawi sponsors K7 million towards Institute of Chartered Accountants annual conference
September 19, 2026
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* Currently being held under the theme; ‘From Silos to Synergies: Strategic Partnerships for Malawi’s Sustainable Transformation’ * Which closely aligns with Illovo’s belief in the power of collaboration to drive progress and create lasting impact By Duncan Mlanjira Illovo Sugar Malawi has reaffirmed its commitment to professional development, ethical leadership and good corporate governance by sponsoring K7 million towards Institute of Chartered Accountants in Malawi (ICAM) annual conference currently underway in Mangochi. At the symbolic presentation of the cheque,…

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Malawi Bankers Association applauds Mutharika over economic progress
September 18, 2026
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* We had an extremely fruitful meeting — President Arthur Peter Mutharika * Crucially, we have agreed to work together to advance the country’s economy in key sectors such as agriculture, mining, and infrastructure development Malawi News Agency (MANA) Bankers Association of Malawi (BAM) has commended President Arthur Peter Mutharika for championing reforms that are steering the country’s economy in the right direction. BAM President Philip Madinga made the remarks this Friday at Kamuzu Palace after meeting with President…

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Malawi Police DIG Noel Kayira honoured for his courage, leadership and commitment to protecting lives
September 18, 2026
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* After he sustained injuries when he was shot at during the operation that secured the rescue of kidnapped Nasrat Osman * I commend Dr Kayira and all the men and women of the Malawi Police Service for their courage, dedication and unwavering commitment to protecting the lives and security of our people — Homeland Security Minister Peter Mukhito By Duncan Mlanjira Minister of Homeland Security, Peter Mukhito has conveyed the Government’s appreciation for the “courage, leadership and commitment…

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When inefficiency becomes a ‘business model’: The hidden economics of corruption in Malawi — the economics of ‘Madobadoba’
September 18, 2026
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* Not every government delay is corruption. Some delays arise from inadequate resources, technology failures, procurement problems, electricity shortages, staff shortages or weak systems * But when delays become persistent, predictable and concentrated around services that citizens urgently need, the distinction between administrative inefficiency and a corruption-enabling system becomes increasingly important Analysis by Chifi Mhango, Chief Economist & Executive Director-Economic Research & Strategy, Don Consultancy Group There is a difficult question that Malawi needs to confront more openly: what…

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