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IBM® and Heifer International empowering Malawian farmers with smart farming technology through OpenHarvest app

October 28, 2023

Using technology for modern farming * Malawian farmers rely on predictable rain seasons but that is steadily shifting due to climate change * When the rainy season arrives later than expected, many still follow outdated agronomy practices * That may lead them to plant too early or too late By Duncan Mlanjira OpenHarvest, a digital application that was developed by one of the worlds technology company, IBM® — in collaboration with global nonprofit Heifer International — has proved successful for…

South Africans expect Malawi to help them recover US$20m stolen from them by fugitive Willem Steenkamp

October 27, 2023

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The man at the centre of it all, Steenkamp * He acquired Malawi passport under a pseudo name William Bilderberg and is now under arrest * Red flags raised over Steenkamp after he deposited the US$20 million into Ecobank Malawi By Duncan Mlanjira News of the arrest of Willie Steenkamp, who defrauded South Africans of US$20 million, has excited his compatriots back home and are since expecting Malawi to facilitate that the funds be returned to their rightful owners…

Malawi Palestine Solidarity Movement joins the world in holding vigil over Palestinian-Israeli conflict

October 26, 2023

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* They included university and young primary and secondary school students * As well as young Nyasa Big Bullets supporters, who are know ‘Mapalestina’ due to their resilience and strength By Duncan Mlanjira An incredible over 80 participants graced Malawi Palestine Solidarity Movement’s vigil that was held at Malawi Sun Hotel in Blantyre over the Palestinian-Israeli conflict that continues to claim many innocent lives. They included university and young primary and secondary school students as well as young Nyasa…

Expansion of LUANAR through state-of-the-art resource centre and lecture theatres to commence in April 2024

October 26, 2023

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* The construction of the two facilities shall see the increase of sitting capacity from current 5,000 to 9,000 * A consultant has been identified and engaged to design and oversee its construction process By Duncan Mlanjira At the graduation of over 2,400 outstanding individuals who completed their studies at Lilongwe University of Agriculture & Natural Resources (LUANAR) today, President Lazarus Chakwera announced that the expansion of the institution will be extended through state-of-the-art resource centre and lecture theatres…

FIFA president Infantino praises Nyamilandu for FAM’s football development work

October 26, 2023

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Infantino and Nyamilandu at FIFA’s Paris Bureau yesterday * From a solid financial platform, they have made great use of FIFA Forward funds * To complete a number of projects, and already have more in the pipeline * They are giving every talent at every level the opportunity to flourish, and their efforts to boost women’s football, in particular, are really pleasing and very clearly bearing fruit By Duncan Mlanjira President for the world football governing body, FIFA, Gianni…

Bullets need 3 wins and a draw in their remaining 6 games to retain TNM Super League title

October 26, 2023

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* If Wanderers win all their four remaining games they shall amass maximum 62 points * Thus in the same four games, the Bullets can wrap up the title with three wins and a draw By Duncan Mlanjira Nyasa Big Bullets, who came from a goal behind to beat Kamuzu Barracks 3-2 on Wednesday at Kamuzu Stadium and take a strong lead in their quest of retaining the TNM Super League title, have the chance of winning the league…

Belgian-based law firm drags Malawi to International Criminal Court on repatriation of refugees into designated camps

October 25, 2023

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Letters to the ICC and to President Chakwera * Dated October 15, 2023, Flamme Advocaten says had been retained by a number of organisations representing the victims * Such as FGK Umuhuza Foundation and SOS Refugees in the SADC region (a grouping of Rwandans residing in Europe and all over the world) * And a group of refugees and asylum seekers of persecution in Malawi from Rwanda, Burundi and Congo By Duncan Mlanjira Belgian-based law firm, Flamme Advocaten has…

Police officers implicated in chamba deal gone awry in Nkhotakota

October 25, 2023

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* Alleged to have confiscated huge consignments chamba and sold it to another dealer By Duncan Mlanjira A report from Nkhunga Police Station indicates that six officers have been implicated in the sale of marijuana (cannabis sativa/chamba) in a deal that went awry in Nkhotakota District. The crime situation report says this allegation came after they arrested 33-year-old Robert Malombe, a businessman based in Ndirande Majiga, Blantyre, who is suspected of arson. The report said it is alleged that…

Parliamentary Committee asks ESCOM to consider more of urban areas for Malawi Electricity Access Project

October 25, 2023

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* Rural areas are already covered by other projects such as Malawi Rural Electrification Programme * The Parliamentary Committee impressed with MEAP’s progress being implementing across the country * Saying it is very important in ensuring increased access to electricity for Malawians Maravi Express The Parliamentary Committee on Natural Resources & Climate Change has appealed to Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) Limited to fast-track the Malawi Electricity Access Project (MEAP) connections, especially in urban areas. The committee’s chairperson,…

New study shows health risk levels of lead in paint being reduced in Malawi

October 25, 2023

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Rainbow Paints and Plascon lauded for compliance * Lead is one of the main health and environmental hazards associated with paint * Lead paint has been generally phased out of use due to the toxic nature of lead * Most affected are children and with the new development in Malawi, this means children will be safe from the hazardous substance By Duncan Mlanjira A new research has shown a reduction in the levels of lead in paints on the…