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Malawians fondly pay tribute to late South African legendary singer Steve Kekana

July 2, 2021

* Composed ‘I Just Wanna Sing, Ndimafuna Kuimba Nyimbo after his concert visit to Malawi in 1985 * I loved his music much; legends don’t die, they sleep— Ally Stephens * Kekana recorded over 40 albums and enjoyed widespread chart success since the 70’s * He won the SABC Black Music Award for Best Male Vocalist in 1979 and 1980 By Duncan Mlanjira South African legendary performing artist, Steve Kekana, who died on Thursday at the age of 63,…

Musician Fredokiss reignites unsavory political rivalry with MP Lipipa

July 2, 2021

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Fredokiss (left) on his visit to Zingwangwa Health Centre * Gives the MP 24hr ultimatum to address challenges faced at Zingwangwa Health Centre * I don’t even know what message you are trying to preach about your fellow UTM member—Lipipa * This is a good and charitable work by Fredokiss but the announcement was not done in good faith—Chiusiwa * Being accompanied by people wearing party colours showed he was only doing it to gain political mileage By Duncan…

Airtel Top 8 back in action; Sponsorship increased from K66 million to K78 million

July 1, 2021

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Nyamilandu signing the contract watched by Kamoto (left) * Winners to pocket K17 million while runners-up will take home with K5.5 million * All the participating teams will get K1 million participation fee whereas Golden Boot award is K500,000 Maravi Express After one year without action, Airtel Top 8 Cup competition is finally back with a lucrative K234 million three-year sponsorship which will be divided into K78 million sponsorship per season from K66 million. Breaking the news on Wednesday…

FAM honours Lawrence ‘Lule’ Waya, Kaputa and Mtonga

June 29, 2021

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FAM president Nyamilandu presenting the certificate of recognition to Lule * He is Flames’ fourth most capped player with 132 caps and joint second all time top scorer with 27 goals * The three deserved the recognition for their service to the development of Malawi football— Nyamilandu By Duncan Mlanjira Football Association of Malawi (FAM) on Saturday honoured former international, legendary Lawrence ‘Lule’ Waya for his service to Malawi football. FAM also its technical director John Kaputa and referees…

Illovo Sugar Malawi records historic net profit of K6bln in first half-year ended February

June 29, 2021

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Illovo Sugar Malawi Managing Director, Lekani Katandula during the forum By Duncan Mlanjira Illovo Sugar Malawi Plc has made a net historic profit of K6.1 billion in just the first half of the year which ended on February 28, 2021 — representing a 200% increase compared to K2.1 billion which was made for the same period last financial year. Making the announcement last Friday at a Stakeholders’ Forum held at Sunbird Mount Soche Hotel in Blantyre, Illovo Sugar Malawi Managing…

Blue Eagles Netball Club honour their coach Kanyenda with a farewell netball bonanza as he retires from Malawi Police Service

June 29, 2021

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Kanyenda (right) with the sponsor of the bonanza Isaac Chimwala * But he does not leave the netball fraternity in which he serves as technical director * The team will always be in my heart and I will forever be indebted to the club * I am retiring from the Police and now I have more time to be dedicated to netball duties * I want to make a positive impact on netball in Malawi and on the world…

Once beaten, twice shy; Wanderers shrug off Karonga United in FDH Bank Cup

June 27, 2021

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* Karonga United finally fulfill fixture they intended to withdraw from * They actually led 1-0 by half time through a goal scored in the 19th minute * Lost 3-5 after post-match penalties * They beat the Nomads twice in the TNM Super League 1st and 2nd second rounds By Duncan Mlanjira Karonga United, who threatened to withdraw from the FDH Bank Cup after Football Association of Malawi (FAM) shifter their Round of 32 match from Karonga Stadium to…

Malawian UK-based Yamikani Guba attains World Taekwondo Kukkiwon 5th Degree/Dan Black Belt

June 27, 2021

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Guba humbled and proud to be the first Malawian on the world map in Taekwondo grades * It puts Malawi Taekwondo team on the boost globally and many more benefits * I look forward to promoting Taekwondo to my grassroots Malawi community * Guba was nominated for the 2019 Malawi Sport Awards’ Sportsman of the Year * Alongside men’s footballer Gabadinho Mhango and women footballer Tabitha Chawinga By Duncan Mlanjira Malawian UK-based Taekwondo Master Yamikani Guba, who is captain…

Road Traffic Directorate warns motorists to remove flashing brake lights illegally fitted to their cars

June 27, 2021

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Brake lights are supposed to be steady but signals flash By Duncan Mlanjira There is a new trends on the roads of Malawi where some cars are fitted with flashing brake lights but according to Directorate of Road Traffic and Safety Services (DRTSS), this is illegal. When contacted, DRTSS spokesperson, Angelina Makwecha said “all motorists whose vehicles have such brake lights are doing that against the regulations and are strongly advised to remove them before the enforcement team deals…

Pranksters abusing emergency medical services toll free number

June 26, 2021

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118 toll free number is managed through MTL * Government losing millions because of the irresponsible pranks By George Mponda, MANA Assistant Director of Clinical Services responsible for the Emergency Medical Services, Dr. Yankho Luwe has bemoaned the tendency by some irresponsible Malawians, who are abusing the emergency services toll free number 118. Dr. Luwe revealed on Friday during a District Executive Committee meeting in Dedza that over 50% of calls which are made to have been pranks. “On…