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Nacala Port to facilitate faster movement of fuel, fertilizer and other goods

October 8, 2023

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* President Filipe Nyusi of Mozambique has assured us that now Malawi has a stand-alone port * This is the integration that we are talking about in terms of infrastructure development—President Chakwera By Patricia Kapulula & Memory Kutengule Chatonda, MANA On his arrival from Nacala, Mozambique where he attended the inauguration of Nacala Port, President Lazarus Chakwera said the port’s rehabilitation and expansion will facilitate faster movement of goods that the country needs most — such as fuel and…

Malawi Scorchers first to book semifinal place at the COSAFA Women’s Championship in South Africa

October 8, 2023

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* Temwa Chawinga scored 4 in 8-0 win over eSwatini as she eyes the Golden Boot with total of 7 goals * The Scorchers first stunned seven-time champions, South Africa’s Banyana-Banyana 4-3 with Temwa scoring a hat-trick Maravi Express Temwa Chawinga was the star of the show on Day 4 of the 2023 COSAFA Women’s Championship in Dobsonville, SouthAfrica on Saturday as Malawi Scorchers annihilated eSwatini 8-0 to become the first team to qualify for the semifinals with a…

World Bank and IMF annual meeting due to take place in Marrakech, Morocco mid-October

October 7, 2023

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* Ironically being held in a city and country still reeling from a devastating earthquake early last month of September * Hosting these meetings on the African continent for the first time in half a century under such circumstances carries immense symbolism, serving as a demonstration of resilience By Duncan Mlanjira The annual meetings of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) are due to take place in Marrakech, Morocco mid-October and ironically being held in a city…

EGENCO forensic audit to do with restoration process after Cyclone Ana-induced damages of Kapichira Dam

October 7, 2023

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* As CEO Liabunya and company secretary Mluwira obtain injunction against being sent on forced leave * In keeping with proper corporate governance practices, government sent the two on leave until completion of forensic exercise By Duncan Mlanjira At an extraordinary general meeting by government shareholders of national parastatal, Electricity Generation Company Limited (EGENCO) on July 23 in Lilongwe, it was resolved that a forensic audit be undertaken following the devastating damage due to Cyclones Ana and Gombe at…

Always at your service—Ecobank assures during its Customer Service Week

October 7, 2023

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* Cakes were specially baked with the Ecobank logo and the customer service week theme: ‘Always at Your Service’ * The bank also invited its executive committee members to serve as guest tellers at some of its branches By Duncan Mlanjira Ecobank Malawi, the leading pan-African bank, has successfully celebrated its annual Customer Service Week from October 2-6 with various activities to appreciate and delight its customers. The annual event recognizes the importance of customer service and the people…

EGENCO CEO Liabunya, company secretary on forced leave pending forensic investigations on company operations

October 6, 2023

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* Liabunya joined EGENCO on January 1, 2017 and is hailed as a distinguished engineer * With close to three decades of engineering experience of which over 20 has been in the electricity industry * Director of operations, Dr. Maxon Chitawo has been appointed in acting capacity By Duncan Mlanjira William Liabunya, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for national parastatal, Electricity Generation Company Limited — together with director of corporate services & company secretary, Videlia Mluwira, have been sent on…

A day to forget for Blantyre rural outfit Katete Rangers as they are thrashed 10-1 by Wanderers in Ibongetse Castel Challenge Cup

October 6, 2023

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* Veteran striker Chiukepo Msowoya netted a hat-trick with Isaac Kaliyati and Francisco Madinga having a brace each * As Francis Mkonda, Robin Ngalande and Misheck Bottoman added misery to Katete Rangers * The Blantyre rural outfit scored their consolation through Madalitso Mwachumu from the penalty spot Maravi Express At least Katete Rangers have a consolation that they scored a goal against one of the country football giants, but it will be a day to forget for the Blantyre…

First Capital Bank urges young Beerland Festival’s Piano Fest participants to open Afana Ophusha student account

October 6, 2023

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* As all is set for the Piano Fest tomorrow in Lilongwe which FCB is sponsoring * Students would be offered free tickets if they open Afana Ophusha student account By Duncan Mlanjira First Capital Bank (FCB), which partnered with Beerland Festival — a non-governmental organisation which focuses on raising life skills of tertiary and high school learners — for its Piano Fest scheduled for tomorrow is encouraging young minds to open the Bank’s Afana Ophusha student account. FCB…

FAM supports Saudi Arabia’s 2034 FIFA World Cup bid

October 6, 2023

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Saudi Arabia hosted the Flames to prepare for the 2021 AFCON in Cameroun * Saudi Arabia Football has taken the world by storm by attracting the best football players from all over the world * We can attest to the high level of professionalism of SAFF having experienced first-hand, the warm hospitality and first-class treatment accorded to the Flames * When they camped in Saudi Arabia prior to going to the Africa Cup of Nations, Cameroun in 2022 and…

Illovo Sugar Malawi sponsors K30m for Malawi’s participation at the Intra-African Trade Fair in Cairo

October 5, 2023

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* This fair is a remarkable initiative that aligns with the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement—MD Lekani Katandula * Illovo Sugar Malawi is one of the private sector giants in Trade in Goods in Malawi—Malawi Investment & Trade Centre Director, Stella Ng’oma By Duncan Mlanjira Illovo Sugar Malawi Plc has supported Malawi Investment & Trade Centre as main sponsor for Malawian exhibition at the Intra-African Trade Fair in Cairo, Egypt scheduled for November 9-15. At the…