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Chilima demands accountability of Flames fundraiser

October 3, 2021

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 *…

Public incredulous former MP Chiwaya carried a gun in august House to shoot himself in front of Clerk of Parliament

September 30, 2021

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Former legislator Clement Chiwaya reported to have left a suicide letter *His last words to Kalemba are reported to be ‘I could choose to shoot you first and then myself but I will spare you’ * With a fully loaded gun I could have killed these people but I will go alone. Let them prevail—says the suicide note By Duncan Mlanjira People have expressed shock and incredulity at the news that former Deputy Speaker of Parliament Clement Chiwaya carried…

Government still talks of pledge to recruit more forestry rangers than recruitment itself

September 30, 2021

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Women game rangers but few that are available * Government is still planning to recruit 300 game rangers as said by Director of Forestly this week * Last May Minister Nancy Tembo had said the 300 targeted rangers were just a start * As every year more will be employed to seriously conserve and protect the environment By Steven Godfrey Mkweteza, Contributor & Duncan Mlanjira, Maravi Express Five months since Minister of Forestry and Natural Resources, Nancy Tembo that…

MERA warns filling stations from hoarding fuel; assures public of sufficient fuel stocks

September 30, 2021

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* Retail stations are suspected to be hoarding fuel in anticipation of price increase * MERA reiterates that such malpractice is prohibited and punishable by law * Report any suspected fuel hoarding by calling 0992558564/0999896310 or email mera@mera.mw By Duncan Mlanjira Following the strike by truck drivers that include those that ferry fuel, Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) has assured the public not to panic as there are sufficient stocks of fuel in the country in a total of…

K30m target exceeded for ‘Kuyipatsa Moto Flames’ fundraising golf tourney as NICO Group sponsors K5m

September 29, 2021

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NICO Group’s Lorraine Phiri hands over the sponsorship to Jabbar Alide * Vice-President Chilima to be amongst 100 golfers sent to participate on Saturday October 2 * Teams of two are to be sponsored by corporates or individuals at K300,000 each team * There is a huge financial deficit of close to K700 million to be addressed * To fully prepare and have the team to competitively participate at the 2022 AFCON finals By Duncan Mlanjira The target of…