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How to transform the tourism or holiday makers landscape—a tip from Chief Economist Chifi Mhango

December 23, 2023

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* Today’s tourist or holiday makers are different from us By Duncan Mlanjira As we celebrate Christmas and the advent of the New Year, people go on holiday travels — which in essence their contribution to local tourism. Chief Economist Chifi Mhango for Don Consultancy Group in South Africa offers his thoughts on how to transform the tourism or holiday makers landscape. He say: “Today’s tourist or holiday makers are different from us — questions they will ask you…

The huge outcry over state of degradation of Michiru Nature Sanctuary has finally been heard

December 4, 2023

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| Law Enforcement, National, News, Tourism

* As Tourism Minister Vera Kamtukule visits the forestry department-administered mountain * We have used the law but things have not changed and it means something is missing — and that is community engagement By Duncan Mlanjira, Maravi Express & Chilungamo Missi, MANA The huge outcry over the state of degradation of Michiru Nature Sanctuary — from environmental preservation organisations such as Wildlife & Environmental Society of Malawi (WESM), concerned passionate mountain hikers and even the Roman Catholic Church…

Suspension of flights by SAA has economic implications for Malawi—Chief Economist Chifipa Mhango

November 22, 2023

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| Business, News, Tourism

* We do understand the position SAA has taken under the challenges Malawi is facing economically as outlined in forex challenges among others * However, we have other airlines operating into Malawi despite the same economic environment * Malawi Government should engage the SAA management on the matter urgently and assure the Airline on how the Malawi economy will be stabilized, with time frames By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi needs South African Airways (SAA) and so does the airline need Malawi, says Chief…

TNM staff enjoy MaHape moments by conquering Mulanje Mountain’s Sapitwa peak

November 5, 2023

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* Sapitwa is just the beginning — we look forward to having other experiences * Like Nyika Plateau, Livingstonia Machewe Falls, Salima 7 Hills, Mulanje Lichenya, Minunu and others * We believe that through these tourist destinations, TNM can benefit by creating a strong presence By Duncan Mlanjira Hiking up the great Mulanje Mountain up to Sapitwa Peak, the highest point on the massif at 3,002m above the sea level and also the highest point in Malawi, is not…

A National Arts & Heritage Council Bill to be tabled soon in Parliament—Deputy Minister Chomanika

October 8, 2023

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* He presided over the 2023 Blantyre City Arts & Cultural Festival at the Kamuzu Upper Stadium * MW2063 national vision emphasizes on mindset, which can be easily achieved through celebration of various cultures * Arts and culture consolidates national heritage on top of providing entertainment, education and information necessary for the new generation By Arnold Namanja, MANA A National Arts & Heritage Council Bill is expected to be tabled soon in Parliament so that all the activities to…

Fuel crisis forces postponement of Cape Maclear Carnival Fitness Fiesta

October 5, 2023

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| Entertainment, News, Sports, Tourism

* The organisers are currently working on rescheduling the carnival for November 24-26 * It’s a mission to resuscitate the lakeshore tourism industry that was affected by CoVID-19 pandemic * The situation has also been compounded by the subsequent Cyclone Freddy disaster By Duncan Mlanjira Due to critical fuel crisis which has severely hampered transportation systems and mobility, organisers have postponed the Cape Maclear Carnival Fitness Fiesta, which was due for this weekend. A public notice from the organisers…

Stakeholders urged to incorporate environmental issues in tourism sector

September 18, 2023

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* The environment is speaking, saying if you don’t take care of me, I am going to give back * It is incumbent upon each and every one to play a role in promoting environmental management By George Bulombola, MANA Minister of Tourism, Vera Kamtukule has advised operators, investors and members of the public to incorporate environmental issues when celebrating the month of September which government dedicates as a national tourism month. She was speaking on Saturday when she…

Napoleon Dzombe plans other big investment plans around Kalipano Hotel by Sunbird

August 29, 2023

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| Agriculture, Business, National, News, Tourism

* He came up with Kalipano country resort after various travels to other countries such as Dubai and China * There are desert areas in these countries but through creative thinking and hard work, the people there transformed the land and made significant developments * So I thought that we can do likewise in our country where we have fertile land and vast natural resources By Stanley Nkhondoyachepa, MANA & Duncan Mlanjira, Maravi Express Napoleon Dzombe’s plans in the…

Kalipano country resort is crown jewel of Napoleon Dzombe’s illustrious career as an investor—Chakwera on official opening of Kalipano Hotel by Sunbird

August 28, 2023

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* We gather here to celebrate the development of Malawi by a distinguished Malawian * This majestic hotel is not a franchise imported from abroad — it is the actualization of a colourful dream by one of our own By Duncan Mlanjira At the official opening of the magnificent Kalipano Hotel by Sunbird — a country resort in Dowa District, President Lazarus Chakwera lavished praise on its founder, Dr. Napoleon Dzombe, saying “the feat he has accomplished as a…

Castel Malawi injects K25m into Lucius Banda’s Impakt Events’ Sand Music Festival

August 25, 2023

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* Our coming in this year symbolises the growth of our relationship that has been registering remarkable strides over the years * Sand Music Festival presents several growth opportunities to several sectors * As such Castel believes that the event provides effective platform for engagement By Duncan Mlanjira In what can best be described as blossoming of a cordial relationship, Castel Malawi Limited has pumped K25 million into this year’s Sand Music Festival — from September 28 to October…