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‘Malawi does not need to wait for external aid or debt to transform; needs knowledge and technical know-how’—economic expert Thomas Ngoma

January 20, 2026

* Mobilising local resources to transform Malawi’s economy is a pathway to dignity, sovereignty, and inclusive growth — built from within * By mobilising its own fiat and fiduciary resources within a credible, rule-based system, the country can finance the industries, infrastructure, and social systems required for sustained prosperity By Duncan Mlanjira As Malawi, under the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) administration, grapples on how to turn around the country’s ailing economy inherited from the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), economic…

Hosts Morocco voted AfCON 2025 Fair Play Team of the Tournament; but were they?

January 19, 2026

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* Ballboys and captain Achraf Hakimi captured on video systematically stealing towel for Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy during Sunday’s AfCON 2025 final * Senegal substitute goalkeeper got assaulted by the ballboys as he safeguarded a replaced towel and was chased along the touch line with the match in progress By Duncan Mlanjira Video clips have gone viral on social media that exposes Africa Cup of Nations (AfCON) 2025 hosts Morocco in calculated unsportsmanship behaviour of using ball boys to…

ACB re-introduced vetting and clearance of applications of change of ownership of motor vehicle, houses and land in November 2025 that was discontinued in 2021

January 19, 2026

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* This is in accordance with Section 10 (1) of the Corrupt Practices Act that aims to prevent the disposal or concealment of products of crime * Conduct the processes within four working day upon receipt of submissions to minimise disruption to public service delivery By Duncan Mlanjira On August 6, 2021 the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) discontinued vetting and clearance of applications of change of ownership of motor vehicle, houses and land — but the process was re-introduced on…

CAF condemns Senegal’s “unacceptable behaviour” for trying to boycott VAR-reviewed penalty awarded to Morocco

January 19, 2026

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* Reviewing all footage to refer the matter to competent bodies for appropriate action to be taken against those found guilty * I did what I had to do—Sadio Mane after he diffused the standoff that dragged for several minutes after several Senegal players went to the dressing room on the instructions of head coach Pape Thiaw * Including goalkeeper Edouard Mendy who returned after being persuaded by Mane and went on to save Brahim Diaz’s penalty kick attempt…

Strong digital backbone key to Malawi’s transformation—MACRA

January 19, 2026

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MACRA acting Director General, Mayamiko Nkoloma (right) during an engagement with ICTAM president Clarence Gama * While several telecoms players are investing in infrastructure, there is a need for deliberate coordination to ensure services are well spread across the country * In order to reach underserved areas, and provide the bandwidth required for today’s digital services. * Encouragingly, Malawi is already implementing projects aimed at connecting the unconnected. This year, new telecom towers are planned for under-served regions By…

ESCOM institutes formal investigation into tragic incident that led to death of one of its power linesmen in Lilongwe

January 19, 2026

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* To provide full details once the investigations is concluded as ESCOM’s primary focus is supporting the families of the departed colleague * We ask for the public’s patience and respect for the privacy of the grieving family during this incredibly difficult time By Duncan Mlanjira Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (ESCOM) assures the public that it will provide full details once it concludes its investigation on the tragic incident at Nsanje in Lilongwe yesterday, January 18, that resulted…

Senegal once again affirm their place among Kings of Africa, joining 14 other AfCON title holders

January 19, 2026

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* Pape Gueye extra time stunner hands Senegal second AfCON title alongside Algeria (1990, 2019) and DR Congo (1968, 1974) * I am very happy to score in the final, and most importantly, the Senegal national team now has a second star—Pape Gueye * Named Man of the Match of the final as Sadio Mane is voted Player of the Tournament with Morocco’s Brahim Diaz as Golden Boot winner Maravi Express Senegal were crowned champions of Africa for the…

Africa’s goalkeeper giants Bounou and Mendy face off in AfCON 2025 final

January 18, 2026

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* Both men arrive with impeccable credentials, both are leaders for their countries, and both have been among the tournament’s standout performers * With margins traditionally razor-thin in AFCON finals, this could be a contest settled not by goals, but by gloves * As the final has two walking in the steps of their fathers: Senegal’s Sarr and Morocco’s El Aynaoui carry family heritage Maravi Express Before the ball is kicked in Rabat tonight (21h00), the Africa Cup of…

Ending AfCON Morocco 2025 with silverware provides tangible reward for Nigeria’s consistency across the competition

January 18, 2026

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* For Egypt, the defeat brought a frustrating end to a campaign that promised much, particularly after their dramatic quarter-final win over Côte d’Ivoire * The Pharaohs’ long wait for another bronze medal continues, with their last third-place appearance dating back more than four decades Maravi Express Nigeria strengthened their unique legacy in Africa Cup of Nations (AfCON) history after defeating Egypt 4–2 on penalties in Saturday’s third-place play-off, extending a flawless record in bronze-medal matches — while ending Morocco…

Mangochi Police continue to enforce road traffic regulations; Impound 39 vehicles and 35 motorcycles

January 18, 2026

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* A joint operation carried out between 17h00 and 22h00 along all major roads of the Town involving officers from the traffic section, general duties, and Police Mobile Service * The exercise will continue as part of ongoing efforts to restore sanity on the roads in the district while warning all road users to strictly adhere to traffic regulations Maravi Express Barely a week after Mangochi Police confiscated 39 Kabaza bicycles and 19 unroadworthy motor vehicles in December, whose…