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Bharti Enterprises Founder & chairperson Sunil Bharti Mittal conferred GSMA Lifetime Achievement Award for transforming global telecommunications

March 2, 2026

Sunil Bharti Mittal receiving the GSMA Lifetime Achievement Award from Vivek Badrinath, Director General of the GSMA, at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.—Picture courtesy of Bharti Airtel * A visionary in the telecom sector, Sunil Bharti Mittal has built Bharti Airtel into one of the world’s leading mobile operators, with operations across India and Africa, ranking among the top three globally and serving over half a billion customers * I accept it not only as a personal milestone, but…

UAE’s Adaab Hyderabad Restaurant in Ajman offering Ramadan Special Packages of authentic Hyderabadi, Mughalai dishes at unbeatable prices

March 2, 2026

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* Mutton Biryani’s aroma with a dash of saffron fueled the appetite after the starters of Haleem followed by Marag and Naan * The mutton was fresh and not frozen, which enhanced the taste. Marag was washed down the throat with butter coated soft mutton By Dr Ahmed Mohiuddin Siddiqui Wherever Indians in general and Hyderabadis go, they keep their national tricolor flying high in whatever field they choose to serve — the culinary field is no different. Hyderabadi…

CCAP’s Presbytery in South Africa petitions Blantyre Synod over general secretary Rev. Anderson Juma’s unilateral and divisive administrative decisions

March 2, 2026

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* Rev. Juma and the Synod management should be strongly warned to strictly adhere to the constitution, practice, and procedures of the CCAP in all dealings with congregations in South Africa * Ensuring respect for ministers shepherding voice and participation as flock * We trust the General Assembly will accord this matter the urgency, careful attention, and spiritual discernment it warrants, for the sake of unity, doctrinal integrity, and fruitful ministry within our diaspora congregations By…

Malawi’s Taekwondo Master Yamikani Guba’s son Tiyamike continues to establish his mark as he follows his father’s footsteps

March 2, 2026

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* Reaches quarterfinals of Pee Wee 25kg category at the 2nd Ultimate North East Taekwondo Championships at Newton Aycliffe Leisure Centre, UK yesterday * His second major junior tournament after winning the silver medal during the Whiston 1-2-1 Championships in Manchester on January 25 By Duncan Mlanjira Five-year-old, Tiyamike Guba, son to Malawi’s Taekwondo Master Yamikani Guba, who took up the sport in December 2025 — setting himself a big goal to win more medals than dad — continues…

Namibia came from behind to stun South Africa and clinch their first-ever COSAFA Women’s Championship title

March 2, 2026

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* Namibia’s Zenatha Coleman was named Player of the Tournament while her teammate Melissa Matheus won the Golden Glove * As defending champions Zambia secured third place with a 3-1 win over Zimbabwe in the playoff Maravi Express Namibia came from a goal behind to secure their first-ever COSAFA Women’s Championship title with a 2-1 win over record seven-time winners South Africa in the final at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane yesterday. A repeat of the 2006…

Profound congratulations pour in on Mayor Jomo Osman on his election as vice-president of UCLGA Southern Africa Region Caucus

March 1, 2026

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* He’s winning everything that comes his way from being elected Blantyre City Mayor to president of Malawi Local Government Association and now UCLGA Southern Africa Region Caucus * A man who may not hold a formal qualification, yet carries the kind of education that truly matters: wisdom, character and leadership By Duncan Mlanjira Isaac Jomo Osman came to prominence as a staunch Nyasa Big Bullets as well as when he founded football team Ntopwa United that participated in…

Saulos Klaus Chilima Foundation’s charity golf tourney to raise funds for acquisition of dialysis machines attracting positive response from the corporate world

March 1, 2026

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* Chilima was renowned for his philanthropy works and left behind a legacy of service to the needy that the golf tournament aims to continue in his memory * The foundation, led by SKC’s widow Mary Chilima, has undertaken several charity events including tree planting exercises By Duncan Mlanjira The golf tournament that has been organised by Saulos Klaus Chilima (SKC) Foundation March 28, 2026 at the Lilongwe Golf Club. to raise funds for the acquisition of dialysis machines…

Standard Bank welcomes and commends Minister of Finance’s commitment to fiscal discipline and economic stability outlined in 2026/2027 National Budget

February 28, 2026

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Chief Executive Phillip Madinga * This new government administration is walking the talk. At Standard Bank, we’re ready to support the government’s initiatives to drive economic growth and development * We believe that with prudent financial management and strategic investments, Malawi can overcome its economic challenges and achieve sustainable growth By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi Stock Exchange-listed Standard Bank Plc has expressed optimism with the 2026/27 National Budget policy statement, which Minister Finance, Economic Planning & Development, Joseph Mwanamvekha presented…

Goalkeepers Bullets’ Nyasulu and Dedza’s Mwakasinga nominated for both Castel Challenge Cup 2025/26 Best Goalkeeper and Player of the Tournament awards

February 28, 2026

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* The Golden Boot award has already been decided for Nyasa Big Bullets’ Maxwell Phodo Gasten, who finished with 7 goals and also nominated for Player of the Tournament * The winners of the awards will be unveiled at the FAM Annual Football Awards, scheduled to take place on March 6, 2026 at COMESA Hall in Blantyre Maravi Express Goalkeepers for Nyasa Big Bullets’ Innocent Nyasulu and Dedza Dynamos’ Donex Mwakasinga have been nominated for both Castel Challenge Cup…

Namibia oust defending champions Zambia in semis of COSAFA Women’s Championship to date South Africa in Sunday’s final

February 28, 2026

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Juliana Blou’s injury time goal secured a place in the final for the Brave Gladiators * South Africa defeated Zimbabwe 4-2 on penalties after their semi-final ended 1-1 in regular time * Namibia’s last final in the COSAFA Women’s Championship was in 2006 when they lost 1-3 to same South Africa Maravi Express Namibia will meet hosts South Africa in the final of the COSAFA Women’s Championship 2026 after stunning defending champions Zambia with a 1-0 win in their…