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Former US President Jimmy Carter dies at 100; a one-term president who became a globe-trotting elder statesman

December 30, 2024

* America and the world lost an extraordinary leader, statesman and humanitarian” as well as a man of “great character and courage, hope and optimism—President Joe Biden * Those of us who have been fortunate to have served as President understand this is a very exclusive club, and only we can relate to the enormous responsibility of leading the Greatest Nation in History—President-elect Donald Trump By Stephen Collison, CNN Former US President Jimmy Carter, a Georgia peanut farmer who…

Heavy rainfall expected from tomorrow December 30 till January 5 that could lead to flash floods

December 29, 2024

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Maximum temperature anomalies for the past week * Additionally, strong winds are anticipated occasionally on Lake Malawi and other water bodies throughout this period * Lake users are requested to be extra careful when using the lakes as lake conditions might be rough at times due to strong winds By Duncan Mlanjira The Department of Climate Change & Meteorological Services is alerting the public that starting tomorrow, December 30 through to January 5, most areas are likely to be…

2024: A year to remember for African football

December 29, 2024

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Côte d’Ivoire lifted the AfCON Côte d’Ivoire 2023 against all odds * The qualification campaign for the AfCON Morocco 2025 delivered high-octane drama as 24 nations secured their spots for the tournament * In the FIFA World Cup 2026™ qualifiers, African teams made a strong start, with Côte d’Ivoire emerging as top scorers and Sudan and Tunisia topping their respective groups * Al Ahly reaffirmed their dominance in African club football, claiming their record-extending 12th CAF Champions League title Maravi Express…

5 donors join Ascent Soccer’s new campus Naming Campaign in December alone; has already hit almost 75% of its goal

December 29, 2024

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* Your generosity continues to amaze us! Opportunity for the underserved talent and promise of Malawi and Southeast Africa is being transformed — because of you! * Your support in 2024, and incredible year end push, unlocked new scholastic, sporting and leadership pathways for our amazing girls and boys. Thank you! By Duncan Mlanjira In December alone, 5 donors have joined Ascent Soccer’s new campus Naming Campaign and has already hit almost 75% of its festive season’s Holiday Campaigngoal….

Tremendous strides made by Southern Region Water Board since 2020

December 29, 2024

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* Revenue increase from K8.3 billion in December 2020 to K17.1 billion in December 2024; number of customers to 90,000 from 57,000 * While Blantyre Water Board is phasing out prepaid meters, SRWB is increasing from 4,500 in December 2020 to staggering 21,000 by December 2024 * Construction of water bottling plant is in final phases and expected to be commissioned by March 2025 By Duncan Mlanjira Southern Region Water Board (SRWB) has made tremendous strides in four years,…

Malawian-UK Nurses Association’s member Grace Mwanza bestowed with UK’s prestigious title of Queens Nurse

December 28, 2024

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Grace Mwanza also received an award from former Malawi President, late Dr. Hastings Kamuzu Banda * She was top student in her Masters degree programme in palliative and end-of-life studies with University of Nottingham * A ‘Queen’s Nurse’ is someone who is committed to high standards of practice and person-centred care * They are trusted and valued by the people they serve and respected and admired by their peers By Duncan Mlanjira Grace Mwanza, a member of Malawian-UK Nurses…

Dalitso Kabambe voices his views on plane crash investigation report after Archbishop Msusa’s sermon attracted some attention from seemingly bogus faith leaders

December 28, 2024

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* The response from Archbishop Msusa, alongside the broader public sentiment, highlights an essential aspect of democratic society — the right to hold authorities accountable * Is it not the hallmark of a functional democracy that citizens exercise their freedom of expression, interrogate reports, and demand explanations? * The anger directed at the Archbishop following his critique of the commission’s findings underscores a significant disconnect between the administration’s narrative and public perception By Duncan Mlanjira Following Archbishop Thomas Msusa’s…

Supplementary voter registration anticipated between January 10-February 3, 2025 also in three phases

December 28, 2024

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The press briefing yesterday in Lilongwe * Phase III Councils January 10-14; Phase II Councils: January 20-24 and Phase I Councils January 30 to February 3 * Supplementary civil registration to be conducted for a period of 7 days in some Councils from tomorrow, December 29 to January 4 * This is not an extension of the voter registration exercise but supplementary to give effect to the order of the Court * By giving opportunity to persons that failed…

Man arrested in Mangochi after firing his guns in police presence and fled

December 28, 2024

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Kefas Peter Kanyama and the firearms illegally found in his possession * When confronted, Kanyama allegedly threatened to locate and shoot a traffic officer, who was not present at the time * The two firearms recovered of which Kanyama failed to produce valid documents of possession Maravi Express Police in Mangochi have arrested 51-year-old Kefas Peter Kanyama, who fled a scene after firing his guns in the air at a police and Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) checkpoint on December…

Speaker of Parliament is a busy office and should be spared of trivialities as done by SFFRFM CEO Richard Chikunkhuzeni—MP Sameer Suleman

December 28, 2024

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* After Chikunkhuzeni complains of Suleman’s surprise visit to SFFRFM warehouse on fact-finding mission on non-availability of AIP fertilizer * Chikunkhuzeni reportedly was irked that the MP was accompanied by the media where they found warehouse manager conspicuously absent * The visit paid dividends as immediately, the Treasury moved in different designated banks proceeded to release LCs to various suppliers * Instead of complaining, I expected the CEO to applaud me for making his work easier By Duncan Mlanjira Member of…