‘The military should always maintain the apolitical posture to objectively uphold the constitutional order’—MDF Commander at African Bar Association conference 2024

* Service members are citizens first and soldiers second — therefore, patriotism is key to ensure that military is employed to defend and develop one’s country  * In a world where peace and stability can sometimes seem elusive, African defence forces stand as the bedrock of security By Duncan Mlanjira In his keynote address; ‘The Role of Defence Forces in a Democracy’ delivered at the African Bar Association conference 2024 in Lusaka, Zambia on Monday, Malawi Defence Force (MDF)…

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Australian mining company at Kangankunde, Lindian Resources hands over Chanthunya police unit it constructed in Balaka

Lindian Resources CEO Vorster (right) hands over the project to Eastern Region Police Commissioner Barbra Mchenga Tsiga * The police unit is designed to provide a secure environment for both the local community and Lindian’s operations * And aligns with the company’s community engagement plan — that demonstrate its dedication to safety, community development and corporate social responsibility Maravi Express As its contribution towards safety and rural growth in the community it is operating in, Australian mining company at…

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It’s Zambia v South Africa in final of COSAFA Women’s Championship 2024

* As defending champions are ousted by Zambia in the semifinal, the team they beat 2-1 to claim the title last year * The girls played well in the first half but in the second—Scorchers’ coach Lovemore Fazili * But they didn’t give us what we expected according to the first half performance Maravi Express Record seven-time COSAFA Women’s Championship victors, South Africa edged Mozambique 4-1 on penalties yesterday after a 1-1 draw to date 2022 winners Zambia, who…

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Mixed reaction over firing of Flames coach Patrick Mabedi

* The problem was not Mabedi believe me, but we have low quality players as Mabedi put it—Peter Austin * Even if you bring Jose Mourinho here, our football will be as it is—Chisomo Mwale * The team is very, very sick and needs a great physician — the coach has suffered the consequences of being in a sick team—Memory Kamanga * Any coming coach from wherever he will come from, will suffer the same consequences of a sick…

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Malawi’s General Namathanga, Rtd awarded Merit in Leadership Award by African Bar Association

* The African Bar Association conference 2024 was held under the theme; ‘Legal Framework for Peace and Security as the Backbone of Socio-economic Development in Africa: * The Role of the Military and Security Agencies in Development’ held at Mulungushi International Convention Centre in Lusaka By Duncan Mlanjira At its annual conference co-hosted by the Law Society of Zambia yesterday, October 28, the African Bar Association awarded Merit in Leadership Award to Malawi’s General Peter Namathanga, Rtd. The African…

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CAF president Motsepe happy with the development and growth of beach soccer in Africa

* 2024 edition’s champions, Senegal have won five of the last six CAF Beach Soccer AfCON tournaments * Africa will be the centre of attention next year when Seychelles hosts the historic FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup in May 2025 Maravi Express Happy with the development and growth of beach soccer Confédération of African Football (CAF) president Patrice Motsepe says it is important to encourage more African countries to play regular and competitive matches in order to ensure that…

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Association for Women in Media North Chapter supports Mzuzu’s Upendo Childrens Village with domestic needs

* We face numerous challenges including shortage of foodstuffs, therefore any kind of assistance towards us is very welcome * We are always pleased to see visitors like you engaging our children in various aspects—Director Pastor Floncy Mkisi By Mayamiko Nyirenda, MANA On the same day that Association for Women in Media (AWOME) assisted Mai Mbambande Elderly Home in Lilongwe with food and non-food relief items, the associations Northern Region Chapter also reached out to Upendo Children’s Village in…

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Manchester United sack Erik ten Hag after two-and-a-half years as manager with side 14th in Premier League

* The decision to sack Ten Hag has been described as ‘difficult and finely balanced’ by Manchester United’s hierarchy * After he was only given a contract extension in July after surviving a summer review and spent over £600m in transfer fees during his tenure * It is understood that the decision by the club’s board, made less than 24 hours after their controversial 2-1 defeat at West Ham on Sunday, was unanimous Sky Sports Manchester United have sacked…

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Catholic University of Malawi Vice-Chancellor Ngeyi Kanyongolo dies aged 55

* To be laid to rest tomorrow, October 30 at Che Chamba Village in Thyolo District * The renowned lawyer and longtime legal scholar was appointed as the third Catholic University Vice-Chancellor in March 2024 * She selflessly served in many positions in the academia, corporate world and was also human rights activists By Evance Chsiano, MANA Catholic University of Malawi Vice-Chancellor, Associate Professor Ngeyi Ruth Kanyongolo (55) died yesterday at Mwaiwathu Private Hospital in Blantyre October 28, 2024,…

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Malawi Scorchers to meet either Zambia or Comoros in semifinals of COSAFA Women’s Championship 2024

* The two teams tie on points but Zambia are top due to goal difference and if they tie on both after this afternoon’s match, they will go straight into penalty shootout to determine who finishes top of Group C * The match will be followed by another decisive Group D game between Mozambique and Lesotho with Mozambique needing only to draw Maravi Express Zambia and Comoros share 3 points apiece in Group C of the COSAFA Women’s Championship…

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