WAfCON Morocco 2026 final: Cameroon goalkeeper Michaely Bihina highlighted to make a difference between heartbreak and history for her country

The she made nine saves when the Indomitable Lionesses edged past defending champions Nigeria 1-0 in the quarter-final * And was on hand for a second successive cleansheet against Morocco saving one penalty in extra time and three in post-match shootouts Maravi Express While Malawi Scorchers have established names stealing the headlines through the sibling duo of Tabitha and Temwa Chawinga, Cameroon have a 22-year-old between the sticks, Michaely Bihina, who could be the difference between heartbreak and history for her country….

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Airtel Africa Plc becomes first operator in Africa to commercially launch Starlink’s satellite-to-mobile service in DR Congo

* The service enables Airtel customers with compatible smartphones to access connectivity in non-terrestrial areas wherever they can see the sky By Duncan Mlanjira Airtel Africa and Starlink today, August 14 have launched satellite-to-mobile service in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) — marking the first commercial deployment in Africa. The service enables Airtel customers with compatible smartphones to access connectivity in non-terrestrial areas wherever they can see the sky. Starlink, the world’s largest satellite-to-mobile constellation with 650…

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Illovo Sugar disburses first K71.3 million in scholarships to 31 young women in STEM academic disciplines

* Illovo’s initial investment into the Fund was made in 2023 at K150 million and subsequently contributed K250 million and K100 million — bringing the total to K500 million * This is more than a scholarship — it is an investment in talent, in opportunity, and in the belief that a young woman’s potential should never be limited simply because her family cannot afford university fees By Duncan Mlanjira Illovo Sugar Malawi Plc — which partnered with Malawi University…

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Ascent Soccer win second European youths’ Rey Cup

* Also reached in the knockout rounds of Gothia Cup, bringing home plenty of evidence that the next generation is ready for the global stage * Following the footsteps of Malawi Scorchers’ Rose Kadzere, Faith Chinzimu, Leticia Chinyamula, Maggie Chavula and Ireen Khumalo * And 18-year-old Mwisho Mhango, who was in the squad for Germany’s Hannover’s Bundesliga 2 opener last weekend and is expected to get his opportunity soon By Duncan Mlanjira The U14 boys and U16 girls football…

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Ecobank Group’s regional executive tours to strengthen strategic business leadership

Josephine Anan-Ankomah * Held an engagement with National Oil Company of Malawi (NOCMA) to understanding its evolving needs, identifying opportunities for deeper collaboration * And exploring how Ecobank can continue to deliver greater value through its local expertise and extensive Pan-African network By Duncan Mlanjira Ecobank Group’s regional executive for Central, Eastern & Southern Africa, Josephine Anan-Ankomah, toured Malawi on a strategic leadership visit from August 10-13, which focused on strengthening engagement with key internal and external stakeholders and…

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With Zambia’s Barbra Banda out of the picture, the race for WAfCON Golden Boot is between Chawinga sisters Temwa and Tabitha

* Temwa has 5 goals sharing with Barbra Banda while Tabitha has four with Cameroon’s Marie Ngah at three goals ahead of the WAfCON 2026 final on Sunday * Scorchers lead in Player of the Match awards through Temwa’s two and one each for Tabitha and Rose Kadzere By Duncan Mlanjira From 12 goals the Malawi Scorchers scored in five matches played at their debut Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAfCON), Morocco 2026, Temwa Chawinga netted five, her sister…

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Cameroon up next for Scorchers in WAfCON 2026 Morocco final

* The Indomitable Lionesses stunned hosts Morocco on penalties as the Atlas Lionesses pay price for late penalty miss * After the Scorchers beat Algeria 3-1 2026 as they continue their fairytale run on their debut WAfCON appearance Maravi Express It took post-match penalties for Cameroon to beat hosts Morocco to reach the final of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAfCON) 2026 to book a date with Malawi Scorchers, who beat Algeria 3-1 earlier on last night. The…

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Scorchers into historic WAfCON final

* After 3-1 victory against Algeria as they continue their fairytale run on their debut and will now compete for the continental crown CAFonline Malawi’s remarkable debut campaign at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAfCON) Morocco 2026 continued on Wednesday evening as the Scorchers defeated Algeria 3-1 to secure a historic place in the final. The Chawinga sisters once again proved decisive as Tabitha and Temwa combined for all three goals to send Malawi into their first-ever WAfCON…

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NBS Bank rewards Scorchers with K245 million for historic FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027 qualification

* Each participating player will get K7 million to be credit into each of their  accounts directly * For NBS Bank, this is more than a reward — it is a celebration of national excellence and a reaffirmation of the Bank’s commitment to developing Malawian football * Empowering talent and supporting initiatives that unite and inspire the nation By Duncan Mlanjira Just before the Scorchers beat Algeria 3-1 to qualify for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAfCON) final,…

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Algeria coach Benstiti acknowledges that Malawi Scorchers play with courage

* And shares a similar competitive spirit with his side, whose success is built on collective unity and teamwork rather than individual brilliance * As Scorchers coach Fazili maintains that his players are not relaxing — they haven’t gone on honeymoon By Duncan Mlanjira All eyes this evening (19h00) will surely be on the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAfCON) Morocco 2026 semifinal between Malawi and Algeria’s Fennecs after the Scorchers fairytale run on their debut appearance. Having beaten…

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