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Mulanje’s Othakarhaka Foundation continues strengthening its partnership with University of Michigan’s MBA programme

April 16, 2024

* 8th cohort of the US university MBA students just completed their 3 week research project for their dissertations * The research programme started in 2018 after former MBA student took part in Othakarhaka Girls Empowerment Camp * The exchange visits followed between Othakarhaka founder Idah Mwango and University of Michigan’s faculty managers Analysis by Duncan Mlanjira Founded merely as a charity group in 2012, Mulanje-based Othakarhaka Passing on the Kindness Foundation has made many strides over the years…

Standard Bank Plc appoints Tamanda N’gombe as new Head of Marketing

April 16, 2024

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* Prior to joining Standard Bank Plc, Tamanda Ng’ombe was head of marketing at NBS Bank Plc * And before that worked in related capacities at FedEx, Gestetner and Blantyre Water Board (BWB) By Duncan Mlanjira Tamanda Ng’ombe brings to Standard Bank Plc a wealth of experience spanning 16 years in integrated marketing & communications strategy; customer experience & management; sales & brand management — as she is appointed the new Head of Marketing with effect from April 1,…

Wanderers expected to show their might against another debutantes Creck Sporting at home on Saturday

April 15, 2024

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* Following their two wins in their opening matches, Creck Sporting are on second position of the table * While Mighty Wanderers, who first drew 1-1 with Kamuzu Barracks, are 4th after beating FOMO FC 3-0 on Sunday By Duncan Mlanjira Having triumphed 3-0 over TNM Super League 2024 debutantes, FOMO FC at their home Mulanje Park on Sunday, Mighty Wanderers are expected by their fans to flex their might once more when they face another rookie in the…

Chakwera recognises tobacco farmers as the country’s economic drivers as 2023/2024 tobacco market for opens

April 15, 2024

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* I will make sure I fight for farmers because I understand that they are the key players in the realization of MW2063 * That seeks to make Malawi an independent middle income economy By Sheminah Nkhoma & Wanangwa Tembo, MANA At the official opening of the 2023/24 Tobacco Market at Chinkhoma Auction Floors in Kasungu today, President Lazarus Chakwera has recognised tobacco farmers as the country’s economic drivers because they generate the much needed forex for importing essential…

The departed Senior Chief Kapoloma has left a gap which would not be easy to fill—Paramount Chief Kawinga

April 15, 2024

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* We have lost a great man in the name of Senior Chief Kapoloma * He really loved his duties as a leader — he never abused his powers By Martin Chiwanda, MANA Senior Chief Kapoloma of Machinga, who died in the late hours of Saturday at Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital in Blantyre where he was receiving medical attention, has been hailed for working tirelessly to ensure peace and unity in his area. Speaking on behalf of the bereaved family…

Malawi’s only heavywight Taekwondo Master keeps earning top recognition; Featured highly in UK’s Black History Month

April 15, 2024

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* The Royal Horse Artillery gunner had the chance to compete for Malawi in the London 2012 Olympics, but instead went to Afghanistan for the second time * When the Army’s senior leadership learned of his actions, Sgt Guba received a General Officer Commanding (GOC) Commendation for selfless commitment By Duncan Mlanjira The exploits of UK-based Malawian taekwondo Master, Yamikani Guba — who was honoured with the accolade of 2023 Sportsman of the Year at the Malawi Sport Awards…

Former Zambia national football team captain Rainford Kalaba in ‘critical but stable’ condition after fatal crash

April 15, 2024

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* He is responding very well to treatment and he’s now able to respond to his name * We can see a lot of movement and a lot of gestures that are evident to see in the way he is responding to sounds BBC Sport Former Zambia national football team captain, Rainford Kalaba — who was involved in a fatal car crash on Saturday, is in a “critical but stable” condition, according to the country’s football association (FAZ). The 37-year-old was…

Chitipa United’s Ramadan Ntafu is first player to score a hat-trick of TNM Super League 2024

April 15, 2024

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* Babangida Ishaya for debutantes Creck Sporting scores a brace and also has three goals to his credit * As Silver claim top spot in Week 2 with goal difference; followed by Creck Sporting as runners-up * Mzuzu City Hammers also have six points but are on 3rd on goal difference * Mighty Wanderers on 4th with 4 points after beating debutantes FOMO FC 3-0 on Sunday By Duncan Mlanjira Chitipa United’s Ramadan Ntafu is first player to score a hat-trick…

Strong Mwera winds blowing over the lake waters to gradually weaken from Wednesday—Meteorological Department

April 15, 2024

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* Due to a change in air mass, with the south easterly air mass giving way to an unstable easterly air mass by Thursday * Localized rain will persist over the northern and lakeshore areas accompanied by fog patches in valleys from today, April 15 to Wednesday By Duncan Mlanjira The Department of Climate Change & Meteorological Services have forecasted that by Wednesday, April 17, the strong Mwera winds that have been blowing over the lake waters will gradually weaken…

Lake Malawi has experienced high water levels before especially in 1980–surface water expert

April 14, 2024

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* The situation is likely to recede after the rainfall season and assume the El Niño phenomenon will not proceed to the next rainfall season * In 1980, it reached the maximum water level of 477 meters above sea level (masl) and the same also concurred around 1800s By Duncan Mlanjira Rising water levels in Lake Malawi, which has displaced over 500 and 119 households in Nkhotakota and Mangochi respectively — including affecting the hospitality business — is due…