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Esther Sagawa becomes second woman Lilongwe City Mayor

June 25, 2024

Sagawa takes oath of office * She won by 21 votes, defeating Councillor Felix Tsokonombwe who got nine votes * Her deputy is also a woman, Ruth Chingwalu, Councillor for Mtandile Ward and Sagawa takes over from Councillor Richard Banda * As Zomba City Council elects Mpira Ward Councillor, Christopher Jana as the new mayor Maravi Express Councillor for Chimutu Ward, Esther Sagawa has been elected Mayor for Lilongwe City during elections held at Civic Office today — becoming…

Defending champions Bullets on collision course with rivals Wanderers in Round of 16 FDH Bank Cup 2024

June 25, 2024

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* Bullets are away against Bangwe All Stars while Mighty Wanderers will be hosted by Southern Region Football League side, Cobbe Barracks * Current TNM Super League leaders, Silver Strikers will be away up against former top flight league side, Blue Eagles * As Karonga United, Mzuzu City Hammers, Creck Sporting, FOMO FC date fellow TNM Super League sides By Duncan Mlanjira The draw for the Round of 32 of the FDH Bank Cup 2024 held today at Mpira…

Unlocking the potential of onion farming

June 25, 2024

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* Small-scale farmers account for over 80% of the country’s onion production * Which generates approximately K12 billion in revenue annually from both domestic sales and exports * To neighbouring countries like Zambia, Tanzania and Mozambique By Hastings Yobe, MANA Smallholder farmers are the backbone of the country’s agriculture sector and onion farming has emerged as a lucrative opportunity for them to boost their income and improve their livelihoods. Despite the challenges they face, these farmers have shown remarkable…

FAM aims to produce best coaches to compete with the best in Africa; as it sets to hold CAF B course in August

June 25, 2024

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FAM technical director, Benjamin Kumwenda * FAM is paving the way for a new generation of top-class coaches who will take the beautiful game to new heights * It aims to equip coaches with advanced knowledge in areas such as tactics, player development and team management Maravi Express Football Association of Malawi (FAM) will from August 18 to October 18 hold a Confederation of African Football (CAF) B coaching course as one way of increasing the pool of qualified…

Standard Bank market value crosses K1 trillion mark

June 25, 2024

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During the AGM last week * At our recent AGM in Blantyre, shareholders expressed satisfaction in our net profit record in the three years * Thanks to their support, we remain focused on creating long-term value for our shareholders, customers, and the broader economy Maravi Express The share price of Standard Bank Plc on Monday soared to MK4,400 propelling the company’s market capitalisation to surpass MK1 trillion mark. A trading report at the Malawi Stock Exchange (MSE) shows Standard…

FDH Bank Cup 2024: Centre and North have finished regional preliminary round match with one remaining in the South

June 24, 2024

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* The tournament’s national draw will be held tomorrow at Mpira Village in Blantyre from 10:00hrs * It will attract 32 teams — 16 from the Super League and the other 16 from the regional leagues Maravi Express Only one regional preliminary round of the FDH Bank Cup 2024 is remaining involving Ndirande Stars and Ekhaya FC for the Southern Region while the Centre and the North have finished their qualifying games — ready for the national draw that…

The political arrests that keep occurring in Malawi have economic consequences

June 24, 2024

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* There is need to be cautious of the image the country is creating, as some news of the arrests are attracting international attention * Malawi economy is facing enormous challenges to sustain a high level of economic growth rate * That can support job creation, deal with forex challenges, creating a strong domestic revenue base and foreign investment levels that are relatively low among others By Chifipa Mhango, Chief Economist @ Don Consultancy Group The Malawi Government, through…

Mighty Tigers stop Silver Strikers from extending their TNM Super League 2024 lead after a 2-2 draw

June 24, 2024

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* Mighty Wanderers displaced from 2nd place they temporary occupied yesterday after beating Civil Service United 3-0 * They are now 3rd with 18 points while Creck Sporting have jumped two places up from 8th to 6th * The top flight league debutantes drew 1-1 with reigning champions Nyasa Big Bullets By Duncan Mlanjira Following their 2-2 draw with Mighty Tigers at Kamuzu Stadium this afternoon, as well as a 0-0 draw that Kamuzu Barracks managed to earn also…

Another gold on the trophy trove of taekwondo Master Yamikani Guba; the 4th this year alone

June 24, 2024

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* Last year alone, Sergeant Guba won 15 medals of 6 gold, 6 silver and 3 bronze * That earned him the Malawi Sports Awards Sportsman of the Year 2023 * And the same achievements were recognized by UK (North) Army Sport Trophy Awards * That nominated him for the Most Outstanding Male Sports Person and he came second By Duncan Mlanjira UK-based Malawian taekwondo Master, Yamikani Guba has attained the 5th medal of this year alone after winning…

African trio Zambia, Nigeria, Kenya in tricky groups of FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup

June 24, 2024

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* Nigeria drawn in Group A alongside hosts Dominican Republic, Ecuador and New Zealand * Kenya, in their first appearance, are in Group C against North Korea, Mexico and England * Zambia rounds out the African contingent to face Poland, Brazil and 2014 champions Japan Maravi Express Zambia, Nigeria and Kenya have learned their group stage opponents for the upcoming FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in the Dominican Republic in October following the competition’s draw on Saturday night. Nigeria,…