Malawi’s taekwondo Master Yamikani Guba awarded two British Army sports accolades

* Sportsperson of the Decade for Army World Taekwondo award and the Coin of Excellence from CEO of British Army Sports * Guba has over 15-year career span representing the British Army, UK Armed commendations and sports through taekwondo * Has won many medals from highly recognised martial arts competitions in UK and across Europe By Duncan Mlanjira UK-based Malawian taekwondo Master, Sergeant Yamikani Guba awarded two British Army sports accolades — the Sportsperson of the Decade for Army…

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Morocco, Zambia set to open WAfCON Morocco 2024 tonight from 20h00 GMT

* This will be the first meeting between Morocco and Zambia at WAfCON ad both sides reached the semi-finals in the previous edition in 2022, also hosted by Morocco * The North Africans finished as runners-up, while COSAFA side Zambia claimed bronze after beating Nigeria in the third-place match * SuperSport will beam live all the matches on DStv and GOtv — under the banner; ‘Here for Her’ — which is championing the rise of women’s football with unmatched coverage Maravi Express…

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The Queens who left riveting legacy at past WAfCON finals

* 2004–Perpetua Nkwocha (Nigeria); 2006–Portia Modise (South Africa); 2008–Genoveva Añonma (Equatorial Guinea); 2010–Stella Mbachu (Nigeria); 2012-Genoveva Añonma (Equatorial Guinea); 2014: Asisat Oshoala (Nigeria); 2016–Gabrielle Aboudi Onguéné (Cameroon); 2018–Thembi Kgatlana (South Africa); 2022–Ghizlane Chebbak (Morocco) Maravi Express As the curtains rise in Rabat, for the kick off of the CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2024 (WAfCON) tomorrow, the biggest celebration of women’s football on the continent is about to unveil the 10th Most Valuable Player of the tournament….

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‘African women’s football is on the rise’—Tabitha as she unveils new WAfCON trophy for Morocco 2024 finals

* It’s truly an honour and privilege to be part of WAfCON, even when my country isn’t participating — and the adrenaline rush was unforgettable * May the resilience of the African girl child light up football pitches across Africa and around the world * SuperSport on DStv and GOtv to broadcast live the biggest celebration of African women’s football kicking off from Saturday, July 5-26 By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi Scorchers captain, Tabitha TC11 Chawinga was amongst top African women footballers tasked…

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Babatunde’s goal in his 100th appearance for Nyasa Bullets stops Ekhaya FC from claiming another big scalp in debut appearance of TNM Super League

* The Bullets have maintained their lead of the 2025 table at 27 points — one ahead of runners-up Mighty Wanderers (26) * Who beat Songwe United 2-0 through  goals from Wisdom Mpinganjira (55’) and Blessings Mwalilino (79’) By Duncan Mlanjira In his 100th appearance for Nyasa Big Bullets, Nigerian Adepoju Babatunde scored his 59th goal for the Peoples Team as his 56th minute header from a freekick was enough for giants to claim supremacy over TNM Super League…

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Four of Week 6 Man of the Match winners make it into NBS Bank NDL Team of the Week

* As Chintheche United contribute three players with two each from Ndirande Stars and Bangwe All Stars * And one each from leaders Red Lions, Namitete Zitha, Baka City and Chilumba Barracks By Duncan Mlanjira The exceptional performance of four of the six Man of the Match winners in Week 6 of the NBS Bank National Division League (NDL), have made the grade for the Team of the Week — Mapopa Munthali (Chilumba Barracks), Seleman Mussah (Bangwe All Stars,…

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Silver Strikers’ Chimwemwe Idana seals 2-year contract with Zambian outfit ZANACO

Won Man of the Match award after a wonderful perfomance against Karonga United last Wednesday * The jersey number 44 came to Area 47, conquered and left an indelible mark in the hearts of many * The Silver Strikers Board, management, staff and fans wish Idana all the best in his future endeavors By Santos Zefania, MANA Silver Strikers are set to miss the services of their talented Malawi international midfielder Chimwemwe Idana along their journey of defending the…

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Red Lions take lead of NBS Bank NDL in quest to return to elite Super League by beating tough Ntaja Stars 1-0

* They were well prepared for us — but we are happy to secure all three points and now that we have taken the lead of the table * Our fans should expect better results going forward as we are going to guard against the lead as we focus our attention to ultimately qualify for the Super League * It has been a weekend of goals galore as yesterday it was Chintheche United 3-1 Mitundu Baptist; Chilumba Barracks 2-2…

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Team Malawi to participate in 14 sporting disciplines at AUSC Region 5 Youth Games in Namibia

Team Malawi was given a special send-off by President Lazarus Chakwera last week at Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe * The 165 athletes depart tomorrow after final preparations at a pre-departure camp held at Natural Resources College (NRC) in Lilongwe * This follows a series of three training camps to enhance technical skills, build team cohesion, and prepare the athletes for high-level competition By Duncan Mlanjira Team Malawi is expected to depart for Windhoek, Namibia tomorrow, July 1, for the…

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Shots fired: Cowboys Ekhaya FC on the prowl in the path of TNM Super League 2025 leaders Nyasa Big Bullets on Wednesday

* Epic encounter for Ekhaya FC coach Enos Chatama so far having stopped in their tracks seasoned TNM Super League sides * Such as Mighty Tigers, Civil Service United, Karonga United, Mzuzu City Hammers,, Creck Sporting and the 0-0 draw with Dedza Dynamos on Saturday By Duncan Mlanjira Having stopped in their tracks seasoned TNM Super League sides Mighty Tigers (2-0); Civil Service United (1-0); Karonga United (2-0); Mzuzu City Hammers (3-1) — and drawing 0-0 with Blue Eagles…

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