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NBS Bank supports Malawi diaspora’s rural communities CoVID-19 vaccination acceleration programme

October 8, 2021

The cheque presentation by NBS Bank * The proliferation of the CoVID-19 messaging in Malawi has largely been focused on modern media * This has resulted in an inbalance uptake of information between the urban vs the rural — creating a 2-tier society scenario * Our message, as we reach out to the rural communities is clear, please don’t hesitate! go and get vaccinated * The Malawi International CoVID-19 Response Group members are deeply honoured and very grateful to…

Silver need to beat Ekwendeni to completely shrug Wanderers for the TNM Super League runners-up spot

October 4, 2021

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By Duncan Mlanjira In their final game of the 2020/2021 TNM Super League on Saturday, October 9, Silver Strikers need to beat Ekwendeni Hammers in order to keep their second-place. The Bankers, who have 55 points, host 10th-placed Ekwendeni at Silver Stadium in the must-win encounter of which a win will ensure Mighty Wanderers end the season on third place at 57 points if the Nomads — who have 54 points — manage to beat Moyale in their final…

Whitemoney wins big in Big Brother Naija ‘Shine Ya Eye Edition’ edition

October 4, 2021

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By Duncan Mlanjira Trending as Whitemoney for the entertainment purpose, Hazel Oyeye Onou won the 6th season of Big Brother Naija after polling 47% of the votes in the final week that concluded on Sunday. According to the show’s host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, this edition of the BBNaija franchise “will go down in history as the most successful iteration yet, having recorded over a billion votes, an unprecedented number of auditions and broken social media engagement records”. “Despite following…

Parliamentarian Ngwale urges CSOs, NGOs to intensify awareness of ‘Termination of Pregnancy Bill’

October 3, 2021

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Ngwale joined the awareness match through Nchalo Trading Centre By Victor Singano Jnr. For Members of Parliament to be stimulated and persuaded to push for the legislation of the Termination of Pregnancy Bill, civil society organisations (CSOs) and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in the country need to intensify awareness campaigns amongst the public. Chairperson for Parliamentary Health Committee, Dr. Mathews Ngwale says once the CSOs and NGOs receive good support from the people, they can push their legislators to seriously…

Chilima demands accountability of Flames fundraiser

October 3, 2021

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Vice-President Chilima during prize presentation * “We will demand accountability for every transaction as we would like to see the money being used for its purpose” * “Do not let our energy and efforts go to waste” * “I sincerely ask the FAM president and his executive to ensure that there is no gross misconduct” * “This is one reason Malawi is still lagging behind — fraud and corruption” * He slammed the tendency of some officials who have…

Malawi Government no longer in control of its rail transportation system; Belongs to Brazilian and Mozambican entities

October 2, 2021

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The corporate colours of Malawi Railways * Mozambican company CEAR bought 20-year concession of the government corporation in December 1999 * CEAR, Vale, Nacala Logistics, Mota-Engil now part of extended concession period from 2013 to 2046 * Ministry of Transport evasive to come out clear and confirm if indeed true CEAR was sold to Nacala Logistics owned by Vale * You may wish to engage the respective companies to get clarity on their relationship—Ministry PRO Liwewe By Duncan Mlanjira…

ILO partners with Malawi Teachers Union to eliminate child labour through school improvements

October 2, 2021

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* Funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of The Netherlands at more than MK150 million (US$185,000) * The project aims at accelerating the elimination of child labour in global supply chains in Africa * CoVID-19 has contributed to rising rates of school dropouts, including because of the socio-economic impacts of the pandemic By Duncan Mlanjira The International Labour Organization (ILO) has entered into a partnership with Teachers Union of Malawi (TUM) to accelerate the fight against child labour…

Financiers World Bank, ADB satisfied with progress of Shire Valley Transformation Programme; At 55% against planned 65%

October 1, 2021

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The 12-gate water flow control intake at Kapichira Falls Dam under construction * The first phase that include 12-gate intake from the Kapichira Falls Dam * The massive project construction is set to be the biggest irrigation canal in Southern Africa *It is a brainchild of Sir Geoffrey Colby, former Governor of colonial protectorate of Nyasaland between 1948 and 1956 * “We are, therefore, pleased that the Malawi government has over the years been considering to revive it” *…

Parliament to enhance security measures of all categories of visitors to after Chiwaya’s entry into the Building with a loaded gun

September 30, 2021

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Chiwaya’s body being retrieved from Parliament Building * Having been a person with disability, the scanner alerts were deemed to be from his wheelchair * With a fully loaded gun I could have killed these people but I will go alone—his suicide note * His action is in relation to frustration with implementation of Conditions of Service By Duncan Mlanjira Following concerns that former Deputy Speaker of Parliament, late Clement Chiwaya entered Parliament Building with a loaded gun on…

Chiwaya’s suicide ignites public debate to reflect on mental health awareness

September 30, 2021

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Late Chiwaya, described as very intelligent, analytical and critical on issues of politics in Malawi * When faced with challenges such as this, people should confide in others * Leaving a suicide note was a premeditated decision which is linked to depression * A person feels the only way to be peaceful is to leave this earth but that’s not a solution * Malawians urged to use Mental Health Awareness Month in October to reflect and find solutions *…