All-African Conference of Churches’ Economic Justice & Accountability Ambassador Rev. Maulidi strongly appeals for free and fair 2025 general elections

* MEC and the Government should not ignore calls of concern being made by various stakeholders ahead of the elections * There is need for total partnership to ensure that there is transparency and accountability in the whole electoral process By Duncan Mlanjira, Maravi Express & Evance Chisiano, MANA Economic Justice & Accountability Ambassador for All-African Conference of Churches (AACC) in Malawi, Rev. Buxton Maulidi has strongly appealed to Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) and the Government not to ignore…

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‘Let us stand together in preserving the earth and its beautiful environment’—CCAP’s Rev. Maulidi

Rev. Maulidi at the workshop in Chikwawa * We need all to be aware that the greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it * If all the environment is destroyed, the next thing to be destroyed is our lives By Duncan Mlanjira The African Faith Actors Network for Climate Justice (AFAN-CJ) Malawi Chapter, has emphasised the need for collaborative efforts among all concerned stakeholders in addressing climate change issues. Reverend Baxton Maulidi,…

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President Chakwera meets Pope Francis at Apostolic Palace in Vatican City

* I also positioned myself as a dedicated student and disciple eager to deepen my understanding of servant-leadership * That I may continue prioritises the welfare of the populace—President Chakwera said By Gift Chiponde, MANA President Lazarus Chakwera has commended Pope Francis for his exemplary leadership in addressing global issues such as climate change and economic inequality, as well as advocating a robust partnership between their respective States. During his official visit to Rome, President Chakwera had the privilege of…

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Renowned tennis coach Thompson Mtengula to overseer Sports Aid for Malawi tennis tournament in Ntcheu from June 19-22

* Sport Aid for Malawi is non-profit project that was formed in 2013 inside the organisation ‘Mission Office of Sacramentine Sisters * It aims to allow children to play sports for free such as tennis, football, basketball, volleyball and netball By Duncan Mlanjira International Tennis Federation (ITF) national coordinator in Malawi, Thompson Mtengula has organised an U-12 to U-14 boys and girls national junior tennis tournament at Ntcheu Catholic Sports Centre from tomorrow till Monday, July 19-22 — under…

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Rev. Maulidi persuades members of All Africa Conference of Churches to purposefully join the fight against corruption

* The clergy are supposed to stand tall and preach against the vice of corruption in churches * We need to encourage whistleblowing that people should report to authorities through the anti-corruption bureau * When they suspect something which is of corruption in nature — thus the area of influence comes in By Duncan Mlanjira Rev. Baxton Maulidi of Church of Central Africa Presbyterian (CCAP) Blantyre Synod, has persuaded members of All-African Conference of Churches (AACC) to purposefully and…

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UK-based Malawians observing Mass in memory of late Vice-President Saulos Chilima

* The memorial is not only a time to mourn but also to be grateful for such a gift that was SKC to our nation * To all immediate families affected by the tragedy, we extend our deepest condolences By Duncan Mlanjira Society of Malawians in the United Kingdom are this afternoon holding a memorial Mass in honour in Northampton of late Vice-President Saulos Klaus Chilima, who died in the tragic plane crash on June 10 alongside former First…

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Rev. Mgawi: Pioneer of SCOM, writer of several educative books, MEC Commissioner during 2019 elections, laid to rest

* He was a pillar of the family who loved peace and unity among family members—Dr. Hetherwick Ntaba * Looking at the tremendous work he has achieved on earth, his contributions should be celebrated than expressing sorrow and grief By Andrew Mkonda & Sellah Singini, MANA Rev. Dr. Killion Gibson Jacob Mgawi, who died on Sunday at the age of 93 and has been laid to rest today, has been described by President Lazarus Chakwera as a great patriotic…

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Chilima’s untimely death should not bring about confusion—Archbishop Msusa

* Chilima was a man of great impact in society including the church in which he also held positions * Chilima’s legacy should be a lesson to every Catholic to be committed and devoted to God’s work Maravi Express Preaching at the burial ceremony of late Vice President Saulos Chilima taking place at Nsipe in Ntcheu, Archbishop Thom Luke Msusa of the Roman Catholic Church Blantyre Diocese encouraged people to maintain peace just as how Chilima could have opted…

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‘Death is painful but Chilima’s passing has hurt so much because he has left a huge gap that no one will be able to fill’

* Christianity was portrayed in everything that he did and it’s my prayer that God in heaven should reward him for his good deeds * His body will lie in state at Parliament buildings tomorrow for Malawians to pay their final respects Maravi Express During Requiem Mass at Lilongwe’s St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Parish chairperson Dr. Matthews Mtumbuka described late Vice-President Saulos Chilima as a dedicated member of the church who was ever present at every church’s event. “I…

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President Chakwera joins Muluzi and JB in send-off ceremony of former First Lady Patricia Shanil Dzimbiri for burial tomorrow

* Other dignitaries at the send-off were JB’s husband, former First Gentleman, Chief Justice Richard Banda, SC (retired) * Former wife to Muluzi, Madame Shanil will be laid to rest at Senzani in Balaka with full military honour Maravi Express President Lazarus Chakwera and First Lady Madame Monica Chakwera joined former Presidents Bakili Muluzi, Joyce Banda (JB) at Sunset Funeral Service private mortuary in Lilongwe to preside over the send-off ceremony of former First Lady, late Patricia Shanil Dzimbiri….

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