Flames need to beat Burkina Faso by more goals to end respectable third; While praying Senegal should beat Burundi

* With this match having no consequence on the group standings, coach Brama Traore is likely to make several changes in personnel here * To allow some of his fringe players to get some first-team minutes under their belts—SportsMole By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi Flames’ last two games of the CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AfCON) 2025 were just ceremonial but at the same time for confidence building, which they got when they drew 0-0 with Burundi away at neutral…

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Cyclone Bheki developing on Indian Ocean poses no direct threat to Malawi—Meteorological Department

The projected path of Tropical Cyclone Bheki * The weather models suggest that the cyclone is likely to weaken in the Indian Ocean * It is currently situated over 2,000km east of Madagascar and is projected to continue its southwestward trajectory toward the Madagascar coast at a speed of 12km/h Maravi Express The Department of Climate Change & Meteorological Services assured the general public that the Tropical Cyclone Bheki that developed in the Indian Ocean approximately three days ago,…

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Golfers at Standard Bank BeMore Golf 2024 tournament observe minute of silence in honour of former Vice-President, late SKC

* This year, we lost a great sportsman who was also a great golfer, and he graced last year’s BeMore golf tournament * SKC was an ardent sportsman; appearing at any charitable cause in the patriotic spirit that also included Standard Bank’s flagship charity event, the Be More Race By Duncan Mlanjira Former Vice-President, late Dr. Saulos Klaus Chilima (SKC) was a regular feature at every major sports charity events, including the Standard Bank BeMore Golf tournament, and in…

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135MW from both Nkula A and Nkula B power plants not available on national grid as EGENCO carries out maintenance works

* The works involve repairing a damaged spillway gate and installing new fine trash screens at the power station’s intake * This has forced EGENCO to lower the dam at its Nkula Power Station intake to allow for a safe working environment for its divers, welders and engineers By Duncan Mlanjira The ongoing load shedding being carried out by Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) is due to loss of loss of 135 megawatt (MW) of power from both…

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Guinea’s striker Guirassy leads AfCON Morocco 2025 group qualifiers with six goals

* His form has been instrumental in Guinea’s qualifying campaign, with his clinical finishing and ability to deliver in crucial moments standing out * His six goals not only underline his importance to Guinea’s hopes but also position him as a key player to watch in the tournament proper should Sylli National qualify Maravi Express Guinea’s forward Serhou Guirassy leads the scoring charts for the group qualifying stages of the CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AfCON) 2025 campaign with…

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3 youth academies dominate in coach Enos Chatama’s 39-member provisional squad for U17 AfCON-COSAFA 2025 qualifiers

* Three each from Ascent Academy, Zampira Academy, Play Football Malawi and four from Ndirande’s Nyambadwe United * Expected to go into camp training at Mpira Village this Sunday evening with preparations set to start on Monday, November 18 * Ascent Soccer also contributes six to 34-member provisional squad to prepare for this year’s COSAFA U17 Girls’ Championship * To be played alongside the boys U17 AfCON-COSAFA 2025 qualifiers on the same dates in Maputo Maravi Express Coach Enos…

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Kabaza operators strongly advised to get registered first if Blantyre City Council is to recognise their business existence

* Not aware of any Kabaza operator officially registered with the city authority — thus they could not provide a designated parking spaces for unregistered operators * They need to come to us, identify themselves as operators to get registered and they should also be properly trained by the Department of Road Traffic & Safety Services, as we must ensure the safety of all city residents By Alex Mlanga, MANA Motorcycle taxi operators (kabaza) have been strongly advised by…

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MAFCO move from 10th to 6th after beating Kamuzu Barracks 2-1 in TNM Super League 2024; Firmly earns a place in Airtel Top 8 2025

* As Bangwe All Stars move 7 points away from red relegation zone after beating Civil Service United 1-0 * Silver Strikers goalkeeper George Chikooka secures the Golden Glove with 6 games still to play By Duncan Mlanjira MAFCO beat fellow military side, Kamuzu Barracks 2-1 today at Nankhaka Stadium in Lilongwe to move from 10th position to 6th of the TNM Super League 2024 for the Salima-based side to firmly earn a place in Airtel Top 8 2025….

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Zambia beat Côte d’Ivoire 1-0 to qualify for AfCON Morocco 2025

* Mali beat Mozambique 1-0 while Zimbabwe drew 1-1 with Kenya also to secure their place * Zambia, Zimbabwe join fellow COSAFA representatives South Africa and Angola Maravi Express In a thrilling night of CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AfCON) Morocco 2025 qualifiers, Zambia clinched their place for the coveted finals with a narrow yet crucial 1-0 win over title holders Côte d’Ivoire while Mali and Zimbabwe also confirmed their places in the prestigious tournament following favourable results on…

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Transitions from defence to attack were slow in Thursday’s 0-0 draw with Burundi—Pasuwa

* They defended well and we had some chances from that that we felt that we would have carried the day * Maybe it was because we did not have much time to train together. We will have to see when we get back home * And to everyone else who is in the house that, with this result, maybe we can raise up our heads and soldier on By Duncan Mlanjira The Flames are back from Abidjan, Côte…

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