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Netizens Raise Concern Over Zambian Music Industry’s Silence as General Kanene Laid His Daughter to Rest

Netizens Raise Concern Over Zambian Music Industry’s Silence as General Kanene Laid His Daughter to Rest

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By Suleman ChiteraThe passing of Sophia, daughter to renowned Zambian musician General Kanene, has sparked widespread discussion online—not only about the tragedy itself, but also about the apparent absence of key figures from the Zambian music industry during the funeral period. Sophia was laid to rest with emotional support mainly coming from General Kanene’s local community and close associates.According to eyewitness accounts, neighbours, community members, workmates from Komboni Radio, and individuals who interact with the artist on a daily basis turned up in numbers to help provide emotional and financial support throughout the mourning period. However, fellow artists and prominent entertainment industry personalities were noticeably absent, despite news of the young girl...
Mo626 Varsity Games targets unearthing university talent

Mo626 Varsity Games targets unearthing university talent

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NBM Officials at the launchBy Suleman ChiteraNational Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc says the newly launched Mo626 Varsity Games will become one of the country’s biggest talent-identification platforms, creating opportunities for young athletes and strengthening Malawi’s sports pipeline from universities to national and international levels.Speaking during the launch of the games at Mzuzu University on Saturday, NBM Plc’s Marketing and Corporate Affairs Manager, Akossa Hiwa, said the Bank’s K1.58 billion investment in sports is designed to broaden the talent pool and unlock opportunities for student athletes.“We have officially launched the Mo626 Varsity Games as part of our wider sports programme. Previously, we only had the Mo626 Basketball Tournament, but now we have expanded ...
World Bank Reaffirms Support to Malawi Amid Economic Challenges

World Bank Reaffirms Support to Malawi Amid Economic Challenges

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By Suleman ChiteraThe World Bank has assured the Government of Malawi of its strong commitment to support ongoing efforts aimed at stabilising the economy and addressing key national challenges such as scarcity of foreign exchange, fuel shortages, rising cost of fertilizer, and weakening economic indicators.Joseph Mwanamvekha: Steering Malawi’s Financial Ship Amid High ExpectationsThe assurance was made in Lilongwe by Ndiame Diop, the World Bank Vice President responsible for Eastern and Southern Africa, during a high-level meeting with Malawi’s President Peter Mutharika and senior government officials. The meeting comes shortly after the World Bank announced a 45 million dollar relief package to help Malawi mitigate the growing threat of hunger affecting various communities ac...
MCP past history a contributing factor to losing elections

MCP past history a contributing factor to losing elections

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By Vincent GundeHistory has been proved to be the best teacher, Malawi Congress Party’s (MCP) past history passed from generations to another has been proved that the party has never won any elections since the dawn of multiparty politics and democracy in Malawi in 1994.History of the MCP Is dead within and outside the country, many people associate the MCP as a party of death, a party of committing atrocities one after another, and there is no way the MCP can learn and correct from its past mistakes.If the MCP had an opportunity of entering into government in June, 2020 is because of the electoral alliance with the UTM- a political party which has a clean history and enjoyed support within and outside Malawi and more specially, the MCP should be thankful of the late Dr. Saulos...
Vice President Enoch Chihana Leads Remembrance Day Ceremony in Mzuzu

Vice President Enoch Chihana Leads Remembrance Day Ceremony in Mzuzu

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Malawians gather at Mzuzu Upper Stadium to honour fallen soldiers who fought in the World Wars and other military missions.By Burnett MunthaliSecond Vice President Enoch Chihana on Sunday led Malawians in Mzuzu in commemorating Remembrance Day, a solemn occasion held in honour of soldiers who fought and died in the two World Wars.The ceremony took place at Mzuzu Upper Stadium, where Chihana laid wreaths at the memorial monument as a symbol of national gratitude and remembrance for the fallen heroes.He was accompanied by Malawi Defence Force Deputy Chief of Defence, Lieutenant General Kondwani Gift Kalino, and the Deputy Inspector General of Police (Administration), representing the Malawi Police Service.Remembrance Day, also known as Poppy Day or Memorial Day, is observ...
Concerned citizen dismisses politics arresting, re arresting MCP thugs

Concerned citizen dismisses politics arresting, re arresting MCP thugs

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By Vincent GundeA Concerned citizen of Malawi residing at Area 51 in Lilongwe Mrs. Elizabeth Kaliza Banda, has dismissed reports which are being made by some other people in Malawi that DPP politics is playing its part in the arresting and re arresting of MCP thugs currently under police custody.Kaliza Banda has asked Malawians to praise the Malawi Police Service (MPS) for the good job of arresting and re arresting the thugs to be under their custody warning Malawians that if these notorious criminals are granted court bail, they will not only jump bail but running away to other countries.She said these MCP thugs were more powerful than Police and MDF and as such, they were free to terrorize and hack people anywhere in Malawi because the MCP of President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera wa...
Kayuni becomes the first man to be sued in Chakwera’s government

Kayuni becomes the first man to be sued in Chakwera’s government

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By Vincent GundeProphet Shephered Bushiri has instructed his legal team to institute legal proceedings against the former Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Dr. Steven Kayuni in justice delayed took his daughter’s life but justice denied will not silence her memory.Prophet Bushiri wants Dr. Kayuni to explain before a competent court which South African officials allegedly directed him not to allow his eight year- old daughter Israela travel from Malawi to Kenya for urgent medical treatment.He says taking such an unlawful and inhumane action against an innocent child is contrary to the Republican Constitution and protected under international human rights law which stipulates that every child has the right to life and access to medical care.Writing on his face book page, ...
Walter Nyamilandu Manda Thanks Constituents, Pledges Development in Nsanje

Walter Nyamilandu Manda Thanks Constituents, Pledges Development in Nsanje

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By Suleman ChiteraNsanje, Malawi — Member of Parliament for Nsanje Central (Lower Shire), Walter Nyamilandu Manda, has assured his constituents that their vote was not in vain, emphasizing that they made the right decision by choosing him to represent them in the National Assembly.Speaking at a thanksgiving rally held at the Nsanje Prison grounds, Manda expressed gratitude to the people for the trust they placed in him and reaffirmed his commitment to promoting development, reducing hunger, and addressing poverty in the district.“You did not waste your vote,” Manda told the crowd. “I did not come to misuse CDF funds. I did not come to steal or to insult anyone. I came to rebuild Nsanje, which has long been divided.”Focus on Ending Hunger and PovertyNsanje is among dis...
President Mutharika Calls for Unity and Stability in the SADC Region

President Mutharika Calls for Unity and Stability in the SADC Region

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Malawian leader underscores regional cooperation and peace efforts during virtual SADC Extraordinary SummitBy Burnett MunthaliPresident Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika has reaffirmed Malawi’s commitment to regional unity and cooperation during the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Extraordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government, held virtually.The President said the meeting was an important platform for addressing critical issues affecting the Southern African region, including peace, political stability, and sustainable development.In his address to the Summit, President Mutharika emphasised the need for unity among SADC member states, noting that the strength of the regional bloc lies in its collective resolve to tackle challenges together.He stated...
Salah, Hakimi, Temwa Chaŵinga and Nnadozie Shine Among Africa’s Best at FIFA Awards 2025

Salah, Hakimi, Temwa Chaŵinga and Nnadozie Shine Among Africa’s Best at FIFA Awards 2025

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African football stars make the continent proud as they earn nominations for FIFA’s prestigious The Best AwardsBy Burnett MunthaliAfrica’s football brilliance has once again captured global attention as Egypt’s Mohamed Salah, Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi, Malawi’s Temwa Chaŵinga, and Nigeria’s Chiamaka Nnadozie have been named among the nominees for the FIFA The Best Football Awards 2025.The four outstanding players represent the continent’s finest talent, having excelled for both their clubs and national teams over the past season.Mohamed Salah, the Egyptian forward and Liverpool star, continues to dominate headlines with his consistent performances in the English Premier League and on the international stage.Malawi Freedom Network Urges President-Elect Mutharika to Pardon ...