President Chakwera to visit United Arab Emirates to cement government-to-government fuel procurement arrangement

President Chakwera has had talks before with UAE Government on fuel arrangements  * The visit is at UAE Government’s own expense, to discuss the G-to-G arrangement and other matters for the long-term fuel security * It is time for us to take a different approach by transitioning Malawi from the Open Tender System for procuring fuel * To a G-to-G arrangement that will make our access to fuel more secure through better payment terms and cycles By Duncan Mlanjira…

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Silver beat Baka City to open 7-point gap with runners-up Wanderers who drew 2-2 with MAFCO

* The Bankers and the Nomads will face each other on Saturday at Kamuzu Stadium, which if Silver win or draw, they will clinch the Super League title with two games in hand * The win over the Nomads will earn the 54 points, 10 ahead of Wanderers, thus ending the title chase for the Bankers in their favour. * While a draw shall earn the Bankers 62 points and 55 for Wanderers, meaning if Wanderers shall win their…

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Tanzania President Samia Suluhu Hassan honoured with doctorate degree in leadership by her country’s Mzumbe University

* The accolade is more than just a personal honour — it recognizes her empathetic and visionary leadership, which has guided Tanzania toward stability, progress, and global recognition * As a leader, President Samia inspires hope and change, reminding us of the power of integrity, unity, and collaboration in governance—Tanzania Digest Maravi Express Tanzania President Samia Suluhu Hassan and her people are celebrating a proud and historic moment after she received an Honorary Degree (Honoris Causa) in Leadership by…

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Kabambe to seek engagement of SADC and AU to facilitate dialogue and promote stability in Malawi

* Malawi is at a crossroads, and the choices made today will determine the future of our democracy * I implore you to take decisive actions to address these challenges. Together, we can build a brighter future for our beloved nation By Duncan Mlanjira In light of the severity of the economic challenges the country is facing — that include fuel shortage; inflation; ailing economy; corruption and violence ahead of the 2025 General Elections — UTM president, Dalitso Kabambe…

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President Chakwera grants duration extension of the mandate of Chilima’s plane crash Commission of Inquiry to submit report on December 14, 2024

* As it completes its third phase of inquiry in the Southern Region from November 15-16, 2024 * And to complete its fourth phase in the Central Region today, November 26 in Lilongwe where it has sat since November 18 By Duncan Mlanjira Considering the magnitude of the evidence gathered from 120 witnesses as of November 22, the Commission of Inquiry into circumstances that led to the tragic plane that killed Vice-President Lazarus Chakwera and eight others, requested President…

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NRB pledges to facilitate national ID processing for Phase III of voter registration 

* But falls short of addressing concerns raised over failure of some eligible voters to register due to absence of ID processing for Phase II * As highlighted by Youth for Action Campaign, one of the 116 accredited CSOs registered by MEC to conduct civic and voter education for the September 2025 General Elections By Duncan Mlanjira The National Registration Bureau (NRB) has assures the public that national identity (ID) registration centres will be opened in all of the Phase…

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‘Failure to condemn and address current political violence reinforces public perception that government agencies are accomplices to the acts of savagery and barbarism’

* The silence and inaction is unfortunate and sends out wrong signals to perpetrators of violence that they are above the law and that criminal acts will go unsanctioned * Malawi Police urged to bring to book the militia-like violent disruptors of lawful assemblies of citizens who gather to exercise their democratic right to peaceful demonstration By Duncan Mlanjira Just as other stakeholders have observed, Political Science Association (PSA) also takes note that “the emerging pattern of the violent…

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CCAP-Blantyre Synod’s Church & Society programme calls upon all stakeholders to intensify awareness campaigns during 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence 2024

* According to research, violence against women and girls is the most prevalent and pervasive human rights violations in the world * 2020 research survey by Unicef revealed that 42% of women in Malawi have experienced physical violence from a partner at some point in their lives By Duncan Mlanjira Church of Central Africa Presbyterian (CCAP)-Blantyre Synod, through the Church and Society programme, calls upon all stakeholders to intensify awareness campaigns during 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based…

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Malawi Law Society concerned by President Chakwera’s “silence” over the emerging political violence the country is experiencing

* Calls on the President to observe section 88 of the Constitution to uphold peace and unity * Why should people be denied their right to demonstrate just because President Chakwera has a public event?—Leader of Opposition George Chaponda By Duncan Mlanjira Concerned with the continuing of political violence that resurfaced today in Lilongwe, Malawi Law Society (MLS) has issued a statement of concerned that condemns President Lazarus Chakwera’s “silence” over the emerging political violence the country is experiencing….

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Up next for Mighty Wanderers Castel Challenge Cup 2024 are winners between Bangwe All Stars and FOMO FC

* After booking their place in the quarterfinals yesterday alongside MMF Marine; both through post-match penalties * With the TNM Super League 2024 title almost beyond reach, the Nomads can only concentrate on the Castel Challenge Cup 2024 * A title they badly need after ending trophy-less in the 2023 season, which were all scooped by Nyasa Big Bullets By Duncan Mlanjira After sailing past Creck Sporting Club yesterday, through post-match penalties 4-0 after a 1-1 draw in 90…

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