Impact of vandalism on electricity infrastructure not just affecting ESCOM alone but across Southern African region

Chief Secretary Justin Saidi * Ministers responsible for energy in these countries are prioritising strategies to combat vandalism both at national and regional levels through the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) framework—Chief Secretary Justin Saidi * When opening the SAPP Executive Committee meeting that has brought together regional power utilities, policymakers and energy experts to strengthen cooperation in the power sector * SAPP is a cooperation of the national electricity companies in Southern Africa under the auspices of the…

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Flames’ opponents Zambia to field second string side at 4-Nations tourney in Botswana after securing high-profile friendly against Argentina

* To be played in Buenos Aires on Tuesday, March 31 that coincides with the 4-Nations set for March 28-31 * Malawi and Zambia meet on Saturday as Botswana date Zimbabwe on the same day while 3rd-place playoff and the final is set for Tuesday, March 31 * When the world champions come calling, you answer — it is an opportunity we simply cannot pass up By Duncan Mlanjira Zambia, who date Malawi Flames in the opening match of…

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TNM Plc responds to Parliamentary Committee led by MP Silvester Ayuba James pressing for roll over of unused data bundles

* The rollover feature previously limited to monthly packages but now it will be introduced for smaller bundles to allow customers to carry forward unused data into new subscriptions By Duncan Mlanjira After chairperson of Parliamentary Committee of Commissions, Statutory Corporations & State Enterprises announced that at an interface meeting he led with Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) where, among others, they pressed for rolling over of unused data bundles, TNM Plc has swiftly moved to roll out  the…

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Draw for Sapitwa 4 Season 4 live tomorrow on MBC 2 On-the-Go at 18h00

* To identify teams which will play the first and second matches on the opening day, Saturday, March 22 and which teams will be the ‘home’ side * The two winning teams on Saturday, March 22, will compete for the Sapitwa 4 Honours on Sunday, March 23 while losers will compete for 3rd place By Duncan Mlanjira The draw for the Sapitwa 4 Season 4 pre-season tournament will be held tomorrow and will be live on MBC 2 On-the-Go…

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Engineer William Kaipa brings to ESCOM a worth of technical authority to position it for long-term sustainability

* His appointment reflects a strategic alignment of global expertise with national priorities, particularly as Malawi advances toward its MW2063 development agenda * Given the complexity and immediacy of ESCOM’s operational challenges, the Board considered it imperative to secure a leader capable of delivering results from day one, into the future By Duncan Mlanjira Effective April 1, 2026, William Kaipa, a distinguished professional engineer with over 37 years of experience spanning infrastructure, energy and resources, takes up the position…

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Mamelodi Sundowns survive Bamako scare to seal CAF Champions League semifinal spot

* Join Morocco’s RS Berkane & FAR Rabat and Tunisia’s Esperance Sportive de Tunis for the semifinal * RS Berkane beat Sudan’s Al-Hilal in stoppage time, FAR Rabat knock out title holders Pyramids as Esperance stun Egypt’s Al Ahly Maravi Express South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns, the only side left representing Council of Southern Africa Football Associations (COSAFA) in the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Champions League, held their nerve under intense pressure against Stade Malien away in Bamako, Mali,…

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Guardiola’s dance of joy as Man City pile pressure on desolate Arsenal

* Whether this result has wider ramifications remains to be seen. Will it fuel City for a late rally in the league? Will the disappointment of this defeat derail Arsenal? * City must hope it has inflicted psychological damage on Arsenal. The Gunners must regroup and show the reserves of strength that have sustained their season * What is beyond doubt is the better — much better — team prevailed on this day By Phil McNulty, BBC Sport’s chief…

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Premature death of Bruce Lee in 1973 left a vacancy for a martial arts movie superstar that was eventually filled to some extent by Chuck Norris

*  He had made an early screen appearance battling Bruce Lee in high-kicking combat sequences, which the pair choreographed together, in ‘The Way of the Dragon’ (1972) * Both men were trained fighters, so there was no call for stunt doubles or the obfuscating frenzy of quick cuts; their face-offs were filmed in medium and wide shots to preserve the sense of integrity Orbituary by Ryan Gilbey, The Guardian Action cinema of the 1980s was a podium where Arnold Schwarzenegger…

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Woman on court bail arrested for stealing a baby commits same offence within 3 months

Suspect Aisha Mary Wilson * The suspect and victim were once neighbours in Mangochi Township before the victim got married and relocated to her home village in Katema area * It is alleged that the suspect continued monitoring the victim from a distance until she eventually gave birth in November last year By Duncan Mlanjira Aisha Mary Wilson, who is on court bail after been arrested for stealing a baby in January this year, has been arrested by Mangochi…

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Malawians should examine the Amaryllis Hotel deal carefully—concerned citizen

Amaryllis Hotel * Malawians should push for a deep dive forensic investigation that is fully independent to follow all payments both locally and internationally * This will expose the entire operation of this saga. The beneficiaries, influencers and enablers are from both MCP regime and DPP regime By Duncan Mlanjira A concerned citizen contends that Malawians should carefully examine the purchase of the Amaryllis Hotel by the  Public Service Pension Trust Fund (PSPT), saying there is need to “push…

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