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South Africa fight back to earn draw against Czech Republic in their 2nd FIFA World Cup™ 2026 match

June 18, 2026

Teboho Mokoena equalises from the penalty spot. (Picture credit: AFP) * Bafana’s last Group A encounter is on Wednesday, June 24 against South Korea, who beat Czech Republic 2-1 in their opening match Maravi Express South Africa, who got beaten 2-0 in their opening Group A match last week, kept their World Cup™ 2026 campaign alive on Thursday evening as Teboho Mokoena’s late penalty secured a 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic in Atlanta. Bafana Bafana, who lost 0-2…

Chance for Extreme FC to take lead of NBS Bank NDL as they face leaders Songwe Border on Sunday

June 18, 2026

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* Extreme took the runners-up spot last week having amassed 9 points, while Songwe, who occupied the 2nd place in two consecutive Matchweeks, rose to the top spot when they beat Embangweni United 2-1 to amass 10 points By Duncan Mlanjira Extreme FC, who took the top spot of the NBS Bank National Division League (NDL) for one week after Matchweek 2, have the chance to reclaim the lead when they face current leaders Songwe Border United away at…

The people beneath Malawi’s minerals rush

June 18, 2026

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In April 2026 the Coal and Minerals Group (CMG) was fined about US$8,300 in administrative penalties for six environmental violations at their Kasantha mine. Pictured here is the mine’s loading bay in May 2026. (Picture credit: Alick Chimzere) * Malawi’s emerging mining industry pits economic promise against environmental, cultural concerns * Along with the opening of a mine came big promises, but residents said they have little to show except coal dust and polluted rivers By Mbauwo Chavula, Oxpeckers…

Record turnout of 4,085 runners set for Saturday’s Standard Bank Be More Race 2026

June 18, 2026

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520 runners in flagship half marathon; 1,265 in 10km; 1,850 in 5km; and 440 to participate in children’s category * As the annual charity event now enters its eighth season since its inception in 2017, whose participation funds go towards charity By Duncan Mlanjira A record turnout of 4,085 athletes and wellness enthusiasts alike has been registered to participate in Saturday Standard Bank Be More Race 2026 set from Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe. From the total participants, 520…

Temwa Chawinga basks in the prestige of attending a FIFA World Cup™ on the pitch

June 18, 2026

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* Chosen by host city Kansas as local ‘KC Royalty’ ambassador to deliver the match officials’ tossing coin before Argentina’s 3-0 victory over Algeria * Kansas City fans and media widely celebrated the moment as she greeted Argentina and world football legend Lionel Messi as meeting of two prolific goal-scorers By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi’s celebrated women international football star, Temwa Chawinga, who plays for Kansas City (KC) Current in the US Women’s National Soccer League (NWSL) basked in the…

Turning the National Recovery Plan into a National Growth Agenda

June 18, 2026

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Phillip Madinga, Standard Bank Chief Executive and Bankers Association of Malawi president * The National Economic Recovery Plan (NERP) workshop moved beyond policy, acknowledging the challenges and committing to decisive recovery * What emerged clearly is that Malawi does not suffer from a shortage of ideas. Our greatest challenge and opportunity lie in execution By Phillip Madinga, National Planning Commission Board Commissioner Malawi stands at an inflection point. At Standard Bank, we believe that growth starts with honest conversations….

Night of joy for Africa at FIFA World Cup™ 2026: Ghana snatch dramatic victory over Panama as DR Congo draw with Portugal

June 18, 2026

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* Midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi struck deep into stoppage time to hand the Black Stars the win after Panama looked capable of frustrating them for long periods * As DR Congo’s Yoane Wissa’s header deep into first-half stoppage time cancelled Portugal’s early breakthrough in the 6th minute Maravi Express Moments of brilliance lit up Africa’s representatives at the FIFA World Cup™ 2026 that saw Ghana snatch a dramatic victory over Panama while DR Congo, making their second appearance at the…

Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford shine as England beat Croatia 4-2

June 18, 2026

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* Thomas Tuchel’s side demonstrated strength in attack and frailty in defence, but possessed the firepower * Croatia, always dangerous opponents, came from behind twice to level the scores before succumbing to relentless England attacks By Phil McNulty, BBC Sport England made a winning start to their FIFA World Cup™ 2026 campaign as they overpowered Croatia in a 4-2 thriller in Dallas as Thomas Tuchel’s side demonstrated strength in attack and frailty in defence, but possessed the firepower to…

Infinity Media Group expresses its appreciation for Mangochi Police Station’s dedication in executing security duties

June 17, 2026

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* Mangochi is one of the busiest and fastest-growing districts, and we have witnessed how hard the police here work to maintain law and order * As the company donates reflective vests to improve working conditions and enhance service delivery to the public Maravi Express Infinity Media Group expresses its appreciation for Mangochi Police Station’s dedication in executing security duties by donating reflective vests to improve working conditions and enhance service delivery to the public. According to Mangochi Police…

Ecobank Malawi relaunches ‘Ellevate’ business programme in partnership with UN Women

June 17, 2026

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* To advance women’s economic empowerment, financial inclusion and business growth * Today’s relaunch represents an important milestone in our journey to support women with more than just banking solutions By Duncan Mlanjira Ecobank Malawi has relaunched its award-winning ‘Ellevate’ business programme by signing a strategic partnership with United Nations (UN) Women to advance women’s economic empowerment, financial inclusion and business growth. The partnership’s memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed in Lilongwe at Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) graced…