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Former UTM publicity secretary Mwenifumbo launches political party amidst accusations of abuse of resources at NRWB

December 19, 2023

Frank Mwenifumbo * He’s been accused of using an institutional vehicle to support his campaign for the establishment of the new party * He has been embarking on official trips, drawing hefty allowances, which are seemingly aimed at galvanizing support for his political venture By Laison Kamkole In a surprising turn of events, former UTM Party publicity secretary Frank Mwenifumbo, who currently serves as the chairperson of the Northern Region Water Board (NRWB), is set to launch his own…

Ecobank Malawi secures US$10m Trade Finance Guarantee to boost Malawi’s food security

December 18, 2023

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French Minister Chrysoula Zacharopoulou (centre), her delegation and Board chairperson Symon Msefula and his Ecobank team after the signing ceremony in Lilongwe * It will help to facilitate the development of trade relations between Malawian importers and international exporters * Proparco guarantees suppliers against the risk of non-payment, thereby strengthening the capacity of Malawi’s importers By Duncan Mlanjira Proparco, a subsidiary of Agence Française de Dévelopement Group, has signed a US$10 million Trade Finance Guarantee with Ecobank Malawi —…

Malawi schools squad come back with silver, 3 individual awards and unbeaten in 4 games at COSAFA qualifiers

December 17, 2023

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* James Lumbe of Salima Secondary School twice voted Player of Match in boys competition * Victoria Mkwala of Anthens School scored three goals in their 5-0 triumph of eSwatini to win the girls Player of Match accolade * South Africa get a double victory at CAF African Schools Football Championship By Duncan Mlanjira A good pair of hands of South Africa’s goalkeeper Sabrie Losper and a strike at the crossbar denied Malawi the chance to win the CAF…

Haiya applauds Nyamilandu for laying strong football foundations

December 17, 2023

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* I promise not to break them but to continue building a transformative super structure over it * I wish you all the best and hope you will always be available when we seek counsel in managing the game—Haiya * I am happy to leave the stage in a better place than I found it—Nyamilandu’s farewell message to Malawians By Duncan Mlanjira Fleetwood Haiya, who beat long-serving Football Association of Malawi (FAM) president, Walter Nyamilandu Manda at the elective…

Chiyamwaka elected Public Relations Society of Malawi Board chairperson

December 17, 2023

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* He leads a team of notable individuals that brings expertise and perspectives to the organization’s helm * Geared towards innovative and impactful initiatives within the country’s realm of public relations Maravi Express Board of Trustees of Public Relations Society of Malawi (PRSM) have elected seasoned communications and PR expert, Baldwin Chiyamwaka as chairperson to lead the team in providing strategic oversight and administration of the PR body. Chiyamwaka leads the board that comprises notable individuals including seasoned lawyer…

Landslide victory as Haiya ousts Nyamilandu as FAM president by 23 to 13 votes

December 16, 2023

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* 1st vice-president goes to Madalitso Kuyera beating James Mwenda by 19 votes to 17 after a rerun following an 18-18 tie * Another bitter pill for Mwenda, who lost to Nyamilandu for the top post five years ago * 2nd vice-president is bow Lameck Zetu Khonje, who saw off Othaniel Hara by 21 votes to 15 By Duncan Mlanjira After being on the seat of Football Association of Malawi (FAM) for 19 years unbeaten, Walter Nyamilandu Manda finally…

Malawi fall to South Africa in final of CAF African schools championship COSAFA qualifiers

December 16, 2023

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* Malawi first scored through Okestar Kanyenda of Zolozolo CDSS in the 19th minute * But South Africa equalised three minutes later through Rhys Spencer Ferguson Maravi Express Malawi lost 0-3 to South Africa after post-march penalties, which ended 1-1 after regulation time of the final of the CAF African schools championship COSAFA qualifiers 2023 that was hosted by Zimbabwe from Thursday. Malawi first scored through Okestar Kanyenda of Zolozolo CDSS in the 19th minute but South Africa equalised…

Malawi playing South Africa midday in boys final of CAF African schools championship COSAFA qualifiers

December 16, 2023

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* Malawi girls finished second in Group A after tying on 8 points with Botswana and Mozambique * And separated by several factors and Malawi got the second spot after drawing twice Maravi Express After winning all their four of their group matches of the CAF African schools championship COSAFA qualifiers — that included pipping hosts Zimbabwe, Malawi are playing South Africa from 12:00hrs CAT in the final. In their first game on Thursday, Malawi beat the hosts 4-0…

2023 TNM Zampira closes after splashing out over K30m in prizes

December 15, 2023

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* Nyasa Big Bullets supporter, Kingsley Masoambeta emerged the final winner of the monthly K2 million prize * Having correctly predicted that the Blantyre Derby between the Bullets and Mighty Wanderers would end in one-all draw By Duncan Mlanjira The 2023 season of Malawi’s top-flight football avenue, TNM Super League — whose curtain on the pitch fell two weeks ago that saw Nyasa Big Bullets winning the title for 5th consecutive season — has finally concluded through the final…

Warning shots fired as Bullets book their place in Castel Challenge Cup semis to face arch rivals Wanderers

December 14, 2023

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* Fired by Hassan Kajoke (2), Patrick Mwaungulu and Precious Sambani * From four matches played in the Castel Challenge Cup, Kajoke is the leading scorer with four goals * One each against Soche Socials and Civil Service United and Wednesday brace By Duncan Mlanjira Four shots were fired on Wednesday as Nyasa Big Bullets strolled past Ekwendeni Hammers in the quarterfinal of the Castel Challenge Cup by four goals to nil to make a date with arch rivals…