Chakwera calls for impartiality into Chilima’s June 10 plane crash investigation as Commission of Inquiry members is sworn in

* Urged them to execute their duties with diligence and ignore biasness and political pressure on the matter * Emphasising the importance of scrutinizing the events leading to the plane crash By Eunice Disi Lole, MANA President Lazarus Chakwera on Monday led the swearing-in of members of the Commission of Inquiry on the June 10 plane crash that killed Vice-President Saulos Klaus Chilima, former First Lady Shanil Dzimbiri — former wife to former President Bakili Muluzi — and seven…

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Malawi to host Cycling Grand Prix on Saturday at Gateway Mall in Lilongwe

* Event will also highlight African Union Sports Council Regional 5 achievements, promote the sport of cycling in Malawi * And to identify local cycling talent, raise awareness of AUSC Regional 5 as well as foster a healthy lifestyle  By Duncan Mlanjira As part of African Union Sports Council (AUSC) Regional 5 Silver Jubilee celebrations, Malawi will host cycling Grand Prix at Gateway Mall in Lilongwe on Saturday, November 2. A statement from Ministry of Sports, through the Malawi…

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AU Advisory Board against Corruption invites AACC Economic Justice Accountability Champion Rev. Maulidi to its annual African anti-corruption dialogue 

* This comes a week after Rev. Maulidi championed that if the fight against corruption is to be achieved in Malawi, members of the public should be encouraging on corruption whistleblowing — and should be protected * The theme was mooted out as the AU Board has dedicated its work in 2024 to promote the role of whistleblowing in combating corruption By Duncan Mlanjira The African Union (AU) Advisory Board against Corruption has invited All Africa Conference of Churches (AACC)…

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Lack of mobile phone networks hinder digital payments for rural Mchinji communities

* We are pleading with mobile phone network operators to erect a network tower as soon as possible for us to enjoy the services * The people raised concerns during a digital finance service awareness campaign being held in Mchinji By Brighton Chimsinde, MANA People in rural areas of Traditional Authorities (TAs) Ndawambe and Mkanda in Mchinji District have raised concerns that lack of access to mobile phone network is a major challenge that discourages them from adopting and…

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Silver Strikers drop two points after 0-0 draw with Civil Service United yesterday

* I am very disappointed with our performance today as most of my players looked so off today * However, we should celebrate that at our worst, we managed to get a point from this match, otherwise today the performance was not good * We can’t say pressure is creeping in but it was just not our day today—coach Peter Mponda By Duncan Mlanjira After their 0-0 draw yesterday in the Lilongwe Derby against city rivals Civil Service United,…

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Malawi Scorchers need to score a lot of goals this afternoon in their last group match

* The Scorchers drew 1-1 in their Group B opening match and just won 1-0 against Madagascar * While Botswana beat Mauritius 5-1 to take the top spot due to goal difference Maravi Express Second-placed Malawi Scorchers play their last group match this afternoon needing to score a lot of goals against Mauritius to boost their chances of making it to the semifinals of the COSAFA Women’s Championship 2024 in South Africa. The Scorchers drew 1-1 in their Group B…

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Association for Women in Media reaches out to Mai Mbambande Elderly Home with relief food

* As women in media, we felt it was important to donate these items to the elderly home, to help them in their daily needs * The elderly people need to be valued, respected and cared for by the society By Sarah Munthali, MANA As part of initiatives being taken to celebrate mothers during the month of October, Association for Women in Media (AWOME) yesterday, assisted Mai Mbambande Elderly Home in Lilongwe with assorted food relief items and soap….

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‘Legal practitioners should carry themselves with nobility and integrity at all times’—private law firm DNC Chambers

* As they join calls for immediate and thorough investigations on the allegations of widespread corruption in the legal profession and the Judiciary “The legal profession is built on honour and integrity. Members of the public repose a lot of faith and trust in legal practitioners to represent them professionally, fearlessly but fairly * Every lawyer has a duty to uphold the Code of Ethics and promote respect for the law By Duncan Mlanjira As the country eagerly looks…

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Senegal retains Beach Soccer AfCON title after overpowering debutantes Mauritania 6-1

* Showcased their superior skill and experience, adding yet another accolade to their impressive record in the sport * Their 7th title (2008, 2011, 2013, 2016, 2018, 2021, 2022) and two final game appearances (2007 and 2015) Maravi Express Senegal reaffirmed its dominance in African beach soccer by clinching the CAF Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations (AfCON) 2024 title in Hurghada, Egypt, with an emphatic 6-1 victory over Mauritania in the final yesterday. The Teranga Lions showcased their…

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Thom Mpinganjira commiserates with Wanderers fans for loss against Nyasa Big Bullets

* Loss reduces the Nomads chances of catching up with TNM Super League 2024 leaders Silver Strikers * Like all of you, I feel the weight of this outcome, and I share in the disappointment * I understand the depth of your pain and the emotions that come with it, and it gives room to go back to the drawing board By Duncan Mlanjira, Maravi Express & McDonald Dawala, correspondent Club president & chairperson of the Board of Directors…

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