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Loss of MDF’s Col. Owen Sambalopa, Major Selemani, Major Aidini is a huge deprivation to us all

June 15, 2024

* Col. Sambalopa was one of the finest officers who did not compromise military principles—MDF Commander, General Phiri * Training a pilot is not easy and takes a long time; as such, it will take long for us to recover—Lieutenant General George Jafu A tribute by Duncan Mlanjira From the eulogies made by top ranked Malawi Defence Force (MDF) leadership, led by Commander, General Valentino Phiri; his deputy, Lieutenant General George Jafu and Land Forces Commander, Major General Chikunkha…

AFCON Morocco 2025 qualifiers scheduled to kick-off September 2024

June 14, 2024

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* Draw to be held on Thursday, July 4 in Johannesburg, South Africa live from SuperSport studios * Pits 48 nations to be drawn into 12 groups of four teams each to determine top two for the finals * Meanwhile, official draw for June 27-July 7 COSAFA Cup 2024 has been concluded today, June 14 in Johannesburg * Malawi Flames have been withdrawn due to 21 days of mourning of late Vice-President Saulos Chilima and the 8 others By…

‘Death is painful but Chilima’s passing has hurt so much because he has left a huge gap that no one will be able to fill’

June 14, 2024

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* Christianity was portrayed in everything that he did and it’s my prayer that God in heaven should reward him for his good deeds * His body will lie in state at Parliament buildings tomorrow for Malawians to pay their final respects Maravi Express During Requiem Mass at Lilongwe’s St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Parish chairperson Dr. Matthews Mtumbuka described late Vice-President Saulos Chilima as a dedicated member of the church who was ever present at every church’s event. “I…

Former First Lady and MP Patricia Shanil Dzimbiri’s funeral “a celebration, not a mourning moment”

June 14, 2024

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* Based on her letter she wrote dated May 18, 2023 to her friend Eileen Kasomekera — a sort of a Will * In which she assigned Eileen Kasomekera to engage best directors of ceremonies to make her funeral ceremony great and jovial * Get best master of ceremony oti adzabebetse, l want people to celebrate my life osati za khumakhuma ai, said the letter to Kasomekera By Evance Chisiano, MANA Directors of ceremonies, broadcaster, Owen Lupeska and Major…

Major Selemani’s death a huge blow to MDF—Deputy Commander Jafu

June 14, 2024

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* Training a pilot is not easy and takes a long time. As such, it will take long for us to recover * She joined the MDF in November 1999 and was commissioned as an officer in 2015 * Over the years, she rose through the rank and file from Lieutenant to Captain up to Major Maravi Express Malawi Defence Force (MDF) Deputy Commander, Lieutenant General George Jafu said the gap that late Major Selemani Ngwirinji has left would…

FAM pulls out Flames’ participation of the COSAFA 2014 tournament

June 14, 2024

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* FAM highly considered it insensitive to proceed with our preparations and subsequent participation in the championship * As a way of showing respect to the souls of the people who lost their lives in the tragedy Maravi Express Considering the sorrowful atmosphere as a result of the tragic passing of Vice-President Saulos Chilima, former First Lady Madame Patricia Shanil Dzimbiri and 7 others, Football Association of Malawi (FAM) has made a painful decision to withdraw Malawi’s participation at…

SULOM postpones announcement of revised TNM Super League 2024 fixtures from today to Tuesday, June 18

June 14, 2024

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* Due to ongoing mourning period ahead of burial of late Vice-President Saulos Chilima * We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this difficult time * However, to introduce midweek fixtures to catch up with the 2024 football calendar By Duncan Mlanjira Super League of Malawi (SULOM) announces that the planned release of the revised fixtures for the on-going TNM Super League 2024 that was to have been done today, June 14, has been postponed to June 18 due…

Malawi’s NPC chairperson Prof. Mkandawire honoured in inaugural AfreximBank Research & Innovation Competence in Agriculture Awards

June 14, 2024

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* In category of Impactful and Evidence-Based Policies Award presented at AfreximBank AGM in Bahamas * Honoured alongside Nigerian Umezuruike Linus Opara in category of Africa Research Excellence Award By Tikondane Vega, MANA in Nassau, Bahamas The Board chairperson of Malawi’s National Planning Commission (NPC), Professor Richard Mkandawire — a socio-economist and rural development expert, who is currently Director of Alliance for African Partnership (AAP) — has been honoured with the inaugural Afreximbank Research & Innovation Competence in Agriculture…

Three Malawian pro golfers participating at Mopani Zambia Open courtesy of sponsorship from late Chilima

June 13, 2024

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* Chilima was not only a distinguished leader of the country but also a fervent supporter of professional goals in Malawi * His generous sponsorship of a monthly golf tournament for professionals — and provision of golf equipment support — has been invaluable to the development of the sport in our country By Duncan Mlanjira Three Malawian professional golfers, Paul Chidale, Adam Sailesi and Victor Kachepatsonga, are participating at the Sunshine Tour Mopani Zambia Open — courtesy of sponsorship…

MDF Commander Valentino Phiri calls for calm as regards to plane crash inquiry

June 13, 2024

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General Valentino Phiri and Minister Kunkuyu during the press briefing * MDF has consulted the Department of Civil Aviation to conduct a separate inquiry * Apart from the one which will be conducted by the MDF for transparency and accountability Maravi Express Malawi Defence Force (MDF) Commander, General Valentino Phiri has urged the citizenry to remain calm as regards the inquiry into what caused the crash of the plane and to refrain from conspiracy theories which can cause discomfort…