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MultiChoice to hit the streets with GOtv Zokambakamba quiz sessions to entertain people

September 12, 2023

* When the whistle blows and the football season starts, there’s an electric energy in the air * Zokambakamba ndi GOtv, is the local extraordinaire set to quiz and entertain you on the streets! By Duncan Mlanjira Following the upgrade on GOtv Supa+ package that is airing the English Premier League, MultiChoice Malawi innovated entertainment sessions dubbed GOtv Zokambakamba quiz — saying it’s not just about catching the game on customers screens but to entertain them through other means….

After 9 rounds of games each in Egypt, Lucie Chimeta won 4, Alipo Namangale 3, Mphatso Chikopa 2

September 10, 2023

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Malawi’s Ambassador to Egypt HE Catherine Kunje joined the children during the closing ceremony * This was a great learning experience for the children, Region 5 chess president Susan Namangale * Exposure to international tournaments is the only way for them to be competitive and improve By Duncan Mlanjira At the conclusion of the 2023 Africa Youth Chess Championship held in Cairo, Egypt, Malawi’s three Malawi — Alipo Namangale, Lucie Chimeta and Mphatso Chikopa Lucie managed to win games…

Flames wrap up 2023 AFCON qualifiers with 5 points from 6 games; Guinea with 10, Egypt 15

September 10, 2023

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* They took the lead in the 22nd minute through winger Robert Saizi * Guinea scored two goals in two minutes after lapses in Malawi’s defence in the 56th and 58th minutes * With three minutes left on the clock, when Lawrence Chaziya headed in a corner kick from Saizi By Duncan Mlanjira When Egypt beat Guinea in June, it gave Malawi a golden opportunity to qualify for their first-ever back-to-back appearance at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)…

Mamelodi Sundowns to represent COSAFA at CAF Women’s Champions League

September 9, 2023

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* Malawi’s Ntopwa exited after two losses and a 1-1 draw against Lesotho Defence Force Maravi Express Mamelodi Sundowns have qualified for their third consecutive Confederation of African Football (CAF) Women’s Champions League as representatives of the Confederation of Southern African Football Associations (COSAFA). A report on CAFonline says the South African side reclaimed their title on Friday, with a 2-0 victory over Botswana’s Double Action Ladies in the final of the qualifiers played at the Sugar Ray Xulu…

Malawi Cycling Federation to benefit from partnerships with International Cycling Union

September 8, 2023

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Neil Bilsland supported Mbeya with a loan of three top-of-the-range bikes to participate UCI Cycling World Championships * Follows the participation of Malawian cyclist Macpherson Mbeya at the UCI World Championship in Glasgow * We want to develop a BMX track in order to develop the sport from the grassroots stage * I am glad that we came across partners such as the Scotland Malawi Partnership who want to help By Twimepoki Mangani, MANA Malawi holds higher expectations in…

Silver Strikers supporter becomes 4th millionaire in Zampira promotion

September 8, 2023

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Drawing the lucky winner on Thursday * As required, part of the money is channelled towards developing grassroot football * Thus Ishmael Kayera will donate the football equipment to Sendwe CDSS where he teaches By Duncan Mlanjira Lilongwe-based teacher, Ishmael Kayera — who is a supporter for Silver Strikers — has emerged the fourth millionaire in the ongoing Zampira promotion being championed by TNM Plc, the sponsor the elite Super League in the country. Kayera has won the monthly…

Sports Council unveils Inkosi Gomani V as ‘Sports for All’ Ambassador

September 8, 2023

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Inkosi Gomani V and Madise seal the deal * The power of chieftaincy plays a big role and as a vehicle in advocating in order to sustain various programs * Inkosi Gomani V is youthful in age so that he can encourage people to do sports in the area and a country as a whole By Victor Singano Jnr Paramount Chief Inkosi Gomani V has been appointed by Malawi National Council of Sports as the national ambassador for the…

Sports Minister Uchizi Mkandawire applauds FAM’s commitment in developing sports

September 7, 2023

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* During ground breaking ceremony for rehabilitation works of Nsanje Community Stadium to be constructed by FAM with support from FIFA * Sports infrastructures is a very huge challenge as many districts are lacking proper facilities By Victor Singano Jnr Minister of Youth & Sports, Uchizi Mkandawire has commended Football Association of Malawi (FAM) for its commitment and vision in developing sports by creating platforms where talented young players can display their skills and realize their dream of becoming…

FDH Bank boosts October 7’s Presidential Charity Golf tournament with K10m sponsorship

September 6, 2023

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Nkunika (right) hands over the sponsorship to Chidya Gondwe * The charity targets to raise K400 million towards assisting Cyclone Freddy survivors and needy tertiary students’ academic fees * As a caring bank, we always feel obliged to make a meaningful contribution when the need arises * To restore someone else’s life back to normality as is the case for Cyclone Freddy, whose effects traumatized its survivors By Duncan Mlanjira FDH Bank has supported K10 million towards Presidential Charity…

FDH Bank supports K5m towards MUST’s Back-to-Campus fundraising golf that targets to assist 50 needy students’ scholarship

September 5, 2023

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* Vice-President Saulos Chilima confirmed as one of the VVIPs to play in the tournament on September 16 at Blantyre Sports Club * Expected to raise a total of K250 million — an estimate of K5 million per student for their entire required period of academic studying on the campus By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) has been applauded its “heart warming” and dedication “towards ensuring that students make it through their education — especially…