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The History of Arsenal Football Club

By Michael Kachitsa As one of the most successful and beloved clubs in England, Arsenal Football Club was always a magnet for the public. Tradition-wise, their results speak for themselves; in addition to winning 28 major domestic trophies, Arsenal hold

Football Fraternity Mourns Kamuzu Barracks Coach Billy Phambala

A dark cloud has engulfed the football fraternity following the death of super league side Kamuzu Barracks Head Coach Billy Phambala who died on Thursday morning. According to Kamuzu Barracks General Secretary Prince Majiga, the late Phambala died on at

Malawians In S.Africa Embarks On Initiative to Woo Investors, Tourists

By Leonard Masauli Likoma, September 24, Mana: Malawians based in South Africa have embarked on an initiative to woo investors and tourists as one way of accelerating economic growth and development of their mother country – Malawi. The Malawians, through

National Unity Minister Calls for Peace in Malawi

By Memory Chatonda Blantyre, September 24, Mana: Minister of Civic Education and National Unity, Timothy Mtambo, has advised religious groupings in the country to take a leading role in promoting peaceful coexistence among Malawians. The Minister made the advice on

Malawi Lobbies For Debt Relief

By Manasse Nyirenda Lilongwe, September 24, Mana: Minister of Foreign Affairs, Eisenhower Mkaka, has expressed need for debt relief for Malawi and least developed countries in general, saying it would go a long way in mitigating the effects of COVID-19.

‘High-Church Pentecostal’ leader J. Delano Ellis dies at 75

Bishop J. Delano Ellis II, a Black church official who started Pentecostal organizations and emphasized ecumenism, died over the weekend. He was 75 and died after a recent hospitalization. “While you share your love, concern and prayers with us, God

Chiefs Challenged to End Child Marriages

By Yankho Phiri Kasungu, September 23, Mana:  Senior Chief Lukwa of Kasungu has urged fellow Chiefs around his area to quickly take action against child marriages that have reportedly been high due to Covid-19 induced school break. He made the

Malawi Red Cross Society Geared To Respond To Disasters

By Grace Kapatuka Salima, September 23, Mana: Malawi Red Cross Society (MRCS) said it was ready and well equipped to respond to any disaster that may occur in the country. This follows a successful completion of a week-long training of

Malawi, Zambia to Strengthen Existing Bilateral-Relations

By Lily Kampani Lilongwe, September 22, Mana: President Dr Lazarus Chakwera has described the sharing of information and intelligence as a crucial aspect in fostering mutual cooperation between neighboring countries. The president made the remarks at Kamuzu International Airport in

Malawi to Start Detecting Lightning

By Lusayo Singogo Lilongwe, September 22,Mana: The Department of Disaster and Management(DODMA) said there is need for more sensitization on the use of the lightning detection system being installed in some parts of the country to help reduce deaths caused

Zambia Saluted For Honouring Mwanawasa, Chiluba, Sata

By Tione Andsen in Lusaka, Zambia Lusaka, September 22, Mana: Zambian government has been applauded for recognizing their past late Presidents with decent burial sites for their various contributions they made to the country. Malawi President, Dr Lazarus Chakwera made

Progression of African Technology

By Michael Kachitsa Africa’s technology industry is rapidly growing. There has been a massive growth in technology hubs across the continent, growing over 50% in the last several years. This growth of technology business in Africa is propped up by

Malawi To Strengthen Ties With Neighbours

By James Mwale Lilongwe, September 22, Mana: President Dr Lazarus Chakwera says strengthened bilateral relations with neigbhouring countries are critical for the country’s development. He was addressing journalists at Kamuzu International Airport Tuesday prior to his departure for the Republic

Malawi Commits to Promote Sign Language

By Moses Nyirenda Lilongwe, September 22, Mana: Minister of Gender, Community Development and Social Welfare, Patricia Kaliati, says government is committed to promoting sign language as one way of addressing communication challenge among the deaf in the country. She made

Japan Donates Personal Prevention Equipments to Malawi

By Daniel Namwini Lilongwe, September 22, Mana: Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has donated Personal Prevention Equipments (PPEs) to the Ministry of Health (MoH) to support in fighting against the spread of Covid-19 pandemic in the country. On Tuesday, the

Facebook to Open Office in Africa

American Social Media giant Facebook has announced the company is willing to open a new office in Lagos Nigeria in the coming year. In what will be its second office on the African continent after its Johannesburg bureau in South

Flames Players, Officials Test Positive For Covid-19

The Football Association of Malawi (FAM) says two Flames players and two officials have tested positive for Covid-19. FAM’s Competitions and Media Director, Gomezgani Zakazaka confirmed the development on Monday. He said all the confirmed cases were asymptomatic. “We wish

Malawi to Firmly Connect With Neighbouring Countries

By Tione Andsen in Lusaka, Zambia Lusaka, September 21, Mana: Minister Foreign Affairs, Eisenhower Mkaka said Malawi was geared to open up its working relations with the neighbouring countries such Zambia, Mozambique and Tanzania for the mutual benefit of the

Chakwera to Address Biodiversity Summit

By Patricia Kapulula Lilongwe, September 21, Mana: President Dr Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera is Wednesday next week expected to address the Biodiversity Summit at the 75th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). The president is attending the 75th session of the UNGA,

Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND

By Charles Leyman Kachitsa What is the difference between a smile and laughter? One would say it is in the magnitude of an expressed happiness yet the same of both has been seen done by people in sad moments. One

Mzuzu Fashion Week Goes Digital

By Enalla Mnyenyembe Mzuzu, September 18, Mana: The 6th edition of Mzuzu Fashion Week (MzFW), dubbed the REBIRTH has taken a different approach this year with all but one event, to be held digitally in observance of COVID-19 pandemic prevention

‘The God’s Must Be Crazy’

Here’s a movie that begins with a Coke bottle falling from the heavens, and ends with a Jeep up in a tree. “The Gods Must Be Crazy” is a South African movie that arrived in Europe with little fanfare in

Malawian Innovator Rodgers Kaunda Turns Range Rover Into Office Desk

American Entertainment Industry Executive and MTV Networks Co-Founder Tom Freston once said:  “Innovation is taking two things that exist and putting them together in a new way.” Back home in Malawi, a local entrepreneur and innovator Rodgers Kaunda from Blantyre

How to spot a social media scam ?

Social media scams can quickly spread across social platforms like Twitter and Facebook. Understand how they work and take steps to protect yourself with our six top tips. 1. Is the deal too good to be true? Scammers will often

Gospel Artist Faith Mussa Off to Kenya

Malawi’s high-flying artist, Faith Mussa flies to Nairobi, Kenya, on Friday on a mission to start recording the remaining songs in the highly-anticipated unnamed 10 track album. This is Faith Mussa’s second album recorded under the Beating Heart Music Company.

Football and apartheid in South Africa

By Michael Kachitsa A growing body of academic and popular literature considers the history of South African football. These and existing publications pay little or no attention to the emergence of white professional football in apartheid South Africa. The National

Malawian Film ‘Boy Who Harnessed the Wind’ Among Twelve Films That Highlight the Best in Humanity

This year’s Oscar nominees for Best Picture tend to emphasize the worst in humanity. For example, Joker is about the descent into homicidal madness. Jojo Rabbit is about one of the worst events in human history, the Nazi Holocaust. 1917

Off the Wall Of Henry Kachaje: “Life Begins at 40!”… That’s a Lie

Life starts at conception. Better still, your life starts when you conceive your own dream and start pursuing it with passion, dedication and unwavering commitment. DON’T RUSH TO GET MARRIED: Yes, I know there is cultural pressure in Africa for

South Africa Over Covid-19 Hump

South Africa will ease coronavirus-prevention restrictions — moving to alert level one from September 20 and reopening its borders October 1st as announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa on Wednesday. This announcement comes after a significant drop in daily new infections

Malawi Revises Maize Price

By Tiyanjane Nandie Mambucha Dowa, September 17, Mana: In a bid to reduce the cost incurred by associations and cooperatives when transporting maize to ADMARC depots, government through the Ministry of Agriculture has increased the selling price of maize for

Council In End-Child-Marriage Campaign

By Grace Kapatuka Salima, September 17, Mana. Salima District Council, with support from World Vision, has embarked on the ‘End Child Marriage’ campaign aimed at terminating marriages of children in the district. Speaking during the function on Tuesday at Tchuwa

Development Committees Urged to Combat Corruption

By Joseph Chikalipo Lilongwe, September 17, Mana: Ward Development Committees (WDCs) have been challenged to promote transparency and accountability in a bid to curb corruption, a vice that is widespread in the country. The Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB) in collaboration

Flames Heritage Malawi organises Youth Zoom Seminar

By Our reporter The Flames Heritage Malawi has organised an online Zoom meeting for the youth billed as ‘Youth in Perspective.’ It takes place this coming Saturday, 19th September 2020 from 1pm to 2pm with prominent guest speakers to share

Malawian Referee Kandulu Attends CAF Elite B Referees Online Course

Fédération Internationale de Football Association(FIFA) Assistant Referee Clemence Kanduku is attending a 5-day CAF Elite B Referees On-line course organized by the African Football governing body. The course, which started on Monday September 14, has attached participants from all English

Phalombe Women Get Sewing Machines

By Sam Majamanda Phalombe, September 15, Mana: The At-Tarigatul Quadriah Sunn Association (AQSA) of the Islamic religion on Monday handed over sewing machines to 400 women from Phalombe district as a way of reducing their economic vulnerability. Speaking during the

Gospel Artist Wycliffe Chimwendo Back After 9-Years Break

By Blessings Kaunda Mzuzu, September 15, Mana: A renowned gospel artist, Wycliffe Chimwendo, now a pastor intends to break his 9- year in music silence by releasing three songs which are ready for a full album soon. In an interview

Covid-19 Remains Public Health Threat

By Tione Andsen Lilongwe, September 15, Mana: Government has admitted that Covid-19 pandemic still remains a public health threat that has resulted into a new social order. Minister of Civic Education and National Unity, Timothy Mtambo said this Tuesday during

Technology will ripple through Africa

By Michael Kachitsa You’ve heard of fast advancements in Asia’s economy. Now get ready for Africa’s. Twitter TWTR, 1.87% CEO Jack Dorsey tweeted about his plans to move to Africa in 2020, saying he wants to live there for up

Malawi to Experience Normal Rain

By Mwayi Louise Gowelo Blantyre, September 14, Mana: Director for Department of Climate Change and Meteorological Services, Jolamu Nkhokwe, says Malawi is expected to receive normal to above-normal rainfall between October-December 2020 mostly in the South and Central regions with

Candidates In By-Elections Urged To Tread Carefully

By Steve Chirombo Chikwawa, September 14, Mana: Acting Chief Makhuwira of Chikwawa district has asked candidates in the by-elections for Makhuwira South Ward to conduct their campaign in a way that will benefit everyone in the area. Makhuwira made the

Malawi President Chakwera to Meet Vincent Wandale

By Sylvester Kumwenda Lilongwe, September 14, Mana: President Lazarus Chakwera will this week meet representatives of the Peoples Land Organization (PLO) in order to hear their grievances on the cause they have been fighting for in regards to recurrent land

Council Bails Out Stranded Ilala Passengers

By Kondwani Magombo Mangochi, September 14, Mana: MV Ilala passengers who stayed at Monkey Bay Shipyard for 10 days following Malawi Shipping Company (MSC) employees’ sit-in finally left on Sunday using land transport courtesy of well-wishers through the district council.

Over 188 Withdrawn From Child Marriages

By Aliko Munde Mzimba, September 14, Mana:  Mzimba South District Social Welfare Office has managed to withdraw 188 children from child marriages out of the 320 verified child marriages in the district. Speaking Monday in an interview with Malawi News

Minister Kazako Faults ICT, Digital Broadcasting Policies

By Kondwani Magombo Mangochi, September 14, Mana: Minister of Information, Gospel Kazako, on Monday described the country’s National ICT Policy and the Malawi Digital Broadcasting Policy as “myopic” and “counterproductive” saying they limit the growth of local businesses in the

Nigeria to Castrate Child Rapists

Lawmakers in Nigeria’s Kaduna State have approved surgical castration as punishment for those convicted of raping children under the age of 14. State governor Nasir Ahmad el-Rufai needs to sign the bill for it to become law in the north-western

Ochewa Ofewa Visits Disabled Lady In Dowa

By Moses Nyirenda Lilongwe, September 13, Mana: Esther Chakhumbira, 30, who comes from Mkukula Village, Traditional Authority (T/A) Mkukula in Dowa District and does not walk, work and talk hence fails to do various daily activities on her own such

Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND

By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Why do people who are in jobs involving thinking often get a lot of money? This has been a question a lot of people have grumbled about yet if we look at nature and creation itself

Voting Should Be Compulsory In Malawi – Uladi Mussa

By Joshua Mphanda, MEC Stringer Former ruling Democratic Progressive Party Vice President for the central region Uladi Mussa has called for Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) to make voting compulsory. The self-styled Chenjigolo said this on Friday at a National Election

Malawi To Recruit More Health Workers

By Lameck Kwalimba Lilongwe, September 11, Mana:Ministry of Health is geared to recruit more health care workers following the meeting which it had with Human Resource for Health (HRH) Coalition on Friday. In an interview in Lilongwe on Friday, Secretary

Gospel Singer Banda Features Allan Chirwa in ‘Ndayalura Mphasa’ Single

By Blessings Kapina Lilongwe, September 12, Mana: A Lilongwe-based Gospel Singer, Madalitso Banda has released a new single titled ‘Ndayalura mphasa’. He told Malawi News Agency (Mana) Saturday in Lilongwe the song comes from the Book of John 5 which

Nsanje DC To Engage Mozambican Counterpart Over Fracas

By Martin Chiwanda Nsanje, September 12, Mana: District Commissioner (DC) for Nsanje, Medson Matchaya Friday promised Tengani communities that would engage his Mozambican counterpart on the fracas which resulted in 47 Malawians being harassed by the Mozambican Police. He made

Malawi Finance Minister Presents MK2.2 Trillion 2020/2021 Budget

The Minister of Finance, Honourable Felix Mlusu has presented to Parliament a 2020/2021 budget pegged at MK 2.2 trillion representing a 30.6 percent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Mlusu made the statement today in Parliament during his presentation of the

Absence of Police Unit Fueling GBV

By Sydney Chaima Ntchisi, September 10, Mana: Community members around Traditional Authority (TA) Chikho in Ntchisi have disclosed that the absence of a Police Unit in the area was fueling the increase in cases of child marriages and Gender Based

MPs Houses To Save Country Billions

By Manasse Nyirenda Lilongwe, September 10, Mana: President Lazarus Chakwera has said the proposed construction of houses for Members of Parliament in their constituencies would save the country billions in housing allowances the MPs draw. He was responding to questions

Political Parties Urged to Trust Women With Leadership Positions

By Temwa Chiumia Neno, September 11, Mana: Malawi Human Rights Resources Centre (MHRRC) has called for the need for those in high position to ensure equal representation of youth, men and women in leadership positions. Director for MHRCC, Emma Kaliya

Maradona’s hand of God

By Michael Kachitsa Former Argentinian Diego Maradona scored one of the most underhanded goals in World Cup history in 1986. It’s known as the “Hand of God.” Standing at 5-foot-5 (1.65 meters), Maradona had a low center of gravity allied

Malawi President Chakwera Answers Oral Questions in Parliament

Malawi President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has today taken questions and responded to issues addressed in respond to the State of the Nation Address which he delivered on 4th September, 2020. In the past, responses to issues addressed to the

Man Arrested Over Fake Malawi Kwacha Notes

By Vincent Khonje Kasungu, September 10, Mana: Police in Kasungu have arrested a man for possessing fake K2,000 banknotes. The Suspect has been identified as Filodi Goodson, 35 and was arrested on Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at around 10 am

Police Officers Asked to Upgrade Their Education

By Daniel Namwini Lilongwe, September 10, Mana: Commissioner of Police responsible for Central West Region, Merlyne Yolamu has encouraged both male and female Police Officers to upgrade their education in order to be recognized. The Commissioner made the remarks on

Chakwera Must Prioritize Environmental Protection- UDF

By Morton Sibale Lilongwe September 09, Mana; Opposition United Democratic Front (UDF) has bemoaned the lack of policy direction on environmental protection in the maiden State of the Nation Address (SONA) delivered by President Lazarus Chakwera in Parliament last Friday.

Ntcheu Women Walk Away With Sewing Machines

By Maston Kaiya Ntcheu, September 09, Mana: About 80 women in Ntcheu Bwanje South Constituency are expected to be economically independent thanks to At-tareeqatul Qadriyyar SUNNI Association (AQSA) officials for making available 80 sewing machines. Speaking at the presentation ceremony

Job Creation On Youth Through China Project

By Daniel Namwini Lilongwe, September 09, Mana: Government says the on-going constructed Grand Business Park will help create 1500 direct jobs and 2000 indirect job opportunities to youths and local people in Malawi. Deputy Minister of Lands, Abida Mia said

Kaija Confirmed As Malawi Police IG

Malawi Parliament Today on Wednesday confirmed Dr. George Hadrian Kainja as the Inspector General of Malawi Police Service. According to Minister of Homeland Security, Richard Chimwendo Banda the new Inspector General Kainja has vast experience as a professional with over

How Africa’s Tech Generation Is Changing the Continent

By Michael Kachitsa One day in 2004, in the Kenyan farming village of Engineer—so named because an Englishman once ran a mechanical repair shop there—a slight and nearsighted boy was walking past the only printing shop when his eyes fell

Malawi Opposition Leader Nankhumwa Hails Tonse Administration for Promoting Unity

By Moses Nyirenda Lilongwe, September 8, Mana: Leader of the opposition in parliament, Kondwani Nankhumwa has commended the Tonse Alliance government for showing interest in promoting unity in the country through establishment of Ministry of Civic Education and National Unity.

Edgar Lungu Joins Zambians in Mourning ‘Good-Luck’ Fish

Zambia’s President Edgar Lungu has joined the nation in mourning the death of a fish that lived in a pond at the country’s second-biggest university. Students at Copperbelt University (CBU) lit candles and marched around campus to mourn the big

Chakwera to Face Parliament Thursday

Malawi President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera will on Thursday answer questions from Members of Parliament. According to State House Press Secretary Brian Banda, President Chakwera will start answering the questions from 2 O’clock in the afternoon. Meanwhile, Members of Parliament are

Ex-Minister Kamchacha Kachaje Laid to Rest

By Dyson Kamwana Kasungu, September 6, Mana: The body of former Minister of Persons with Disabilities in the Joyce Banda Administration, late Rachel Kamchacha Kachaje was laid to rest on Saturday at Linga in Traditional Authority Mwase in Kasungu. The

British High Commission Calls For Scholarship Applications

By Daniel Namwini Lilongwe, September 6, Mana: British High Commission has urged eligible Malawians to apply to study in the United Kingdom (UK) under the Chevening Scholarship which has opened for applications from September 3 to November 3, 2020. Acting

Malawian Striker Gaba Win PSL Golden Boot

Flames international Frank Gabadinho Mhango has broken a record as the first Malawian to win the South Africa Premier Soccer League Golden Boot Award in his debut season with Orlando Pirates. Mhango netted his 16th goal in Pirates’ 1-0 win

Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND

By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Last article on this column, we saw some ways on which men and women perhaps say boys and or girls are recognised to have matured and therefore attain a status only reserved for one now regarded

Egypt Investigates ‘Missing’ AFCON Trophy

The Egyptian Football Association (EFA), headed by Amr Al-Ganaini, launched an urgent investigation on Friday regarding the disappearance of the original African Cup of Nations trophy which Egypt had kept after winning the tournament in 2006, 2008 and 2010. The

Abortion to Remain Illegal in Malawi

By Tione Andsen Lilongwe, September 4, Mana: Parliamentary Committee of Health has assured Malawian that the new proposed abortion laws is not meant to legalize abortion in the country Chairperson of Parliamentary Committee on Health, Dr Mathews Ngwale said this

Women Arise Organises MONEYSMARTS Ladies Third Seminar

By Tikhala Chimpango MONEYSMARTS Ladies (3) Re-emerging Better and Stronger The country has just been through a devastating season with Covid-19 pandemic and the BAME community has been the worst hit and the impact on mental health and physical well-being

PUMA Energy Malawi Goes Electronic In Fuel Purchase

By Glory Msowoya Blantyre, September 2, Mana; Minister of Energy, Newton Kambala, has appealed to companies in the country to be innovative and vibrant saying these have potential to complement governments effort in creating jobs. The minister made the remarks when

Malawian Teacher , Niece In For Operating Illegal Clinic

By George Mponda Dedza, September 3, Mana: A primary school teacher at Chideza School in Dedza has been arrested for allegedly being found in possession of government drugs without proper documentation. Dedza Police Deputy Public Relations Officer, Sergeant Cassim Manda,

Godfrey Chitalu Goal scoring machine

By Michael Kachitsa Godfrey Chitalu (1947–1993) was a Zambian former professional footballer who represented the Zambia national football team in international level from 1968 to 1980. During that time, he amassed 108 caps and scored 79 international goals making him the all-time record goalscorer for the Zambia

How Technology Could Promote Growth in 6 African Countries

By Michael Kachitsa Africa is closely watched as the next big growth market – a description that has persisted for a while. There are many reasons for optimism: the African continent is home to some of the youngest populations in

Reunion Insurance Introduces ‘Chisa Domestic Package Policy’

By Esnath Kalawe Lilongwe, August 29, Mana:  Reunion Insurance Company Limited has introduced Chisa domestic package policy ‘The Insurance Nest’, in a bid to carter for the needs for the urban and rural home owners. Apart from covering the private

Grouping Pays Tribute To Fallen Artist Michael Yekha

By Sam Majamanda Phalombe, August 30, Mana: A social grouping called Muthukumano wa Alhomwe on Saturday celebrated the life of fallen Artist, Michael Yekha who was well known for his traditional music that hit Malawian airwaves in the 80s. Born

How to Work With Irritating People

By Leyman Publications Dealing With Minor but Persistent Annoying Behavior © GettyImages RCKeller Is someone’s irritating behavior a “thorn in your side”? Greg grits his teeth and takes a deep breath. “Be calm,” he tells himself. “Don’t let it get

Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND

By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Could still be with us today, but we grew up in an era where you were not considered a ‘person’ until you attain a certain age, usually around 18 or 20 depending on your talents, skills

Black Panther Actor Chadwick Boseman Dies

Actor Chadwick Boseman, 43, who played Black icons Jackie Robinson and James Brown before finding fame as the regal Black Panther in the Marvel cinematic universe, died Friday of cancer, his representative said. Boseman died at his home in the

Malawi FA Assures Football Players of Safety

The Football Association of Malawi (FAM) has assured players in the country that their safety from the COVID-19 will be the main priority when football resumes. Speaking on Friday during a consultative meeting with the Elite League Clubs captains and

‘No Superior Religion On Earth; Co-Existence A Pillar Of Peace’

By Mphatso Nkuonera Lilongwe, August 27, Mana: Religious leaders have been requested to lead their congregants in peace building processes by embracing co –existence as a pillar towards avoiding conflicts in the country. United Religions Initiative-Malawi (URI) Southern African Region

Malawi to Re-Open Schools Sept. 7

The Ministry of Education has announced that following the various strides the country has made in the fight against COVID-19, schools will reopen from September 7, in phases, starting with examination classes. Government ordered closure of all schools in Malawi

Fergy’s resilience paid off (Man UTD)

On November 6, 1986, the fate of Manchester United was permanently altered, thanks to the arrival of Alex Ferguson. Thirteen years later, he received a knighthood in the wake of the historic treble he won en route to becoming United’s most successful

Malawi Launches Artists’ Welfare Fund

By Daniel Namwini Lilongwe, August 26, Mana: Government through Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Wildlife in collaboration with Malawi Gaming Board has launched Malawi Artists’ Welfare Fund aimed at supporting arts and artists behind creative works in the country. Speaking

Malawi Posts Corp Buses to Resume Operations Sunday

By Yamikani Yapuwa Blantyre, August 26, Mana: Malawi Posts Corporation (MPC) has said its Post Coach service will resume this coming Sunday, August 30, 2020. MPC Public Relations Officer, Ida Nkolimbo told Malawi News Agency (Mana) on Tuesday that the

Chawinga Sisters on Target in China

Malawi National women football team, the Scorchers captain Tabitha Chawinga and her younger sister Temwa were on target on Match day 2 of the Chinese Women Super League on Wednesday. Tabitha scored one goal as defending champions Jiangsu Suning beat

The Rise of Tech in Africa

By Michael Kachitsa 1.2 billion people live in Africa, and for the large part, the talent there has been underutilized from a global perspective. Previously this was largely due to geography – Africa is quite far away from the rest of the world, and

Women Entrepreneurs Launch PAWER Magazine

By Arkangel Tembo Blantyre, August 25, Mana: With continuous growth and diversification in Malawian entrepreneurs, the need for increased media coverage cannot be ignored. It is against this background that a group of women entrepreneurs called ‘Empower’ have ganged up

Government Embarks On Tourism SMEs Training

By Kondwani Magombo Mangochi, August 25, Mana: Government has embarked on a 10-day Training of Trainers (ToT) session for small and medium enterprise owners in tourism industry in a quest to make the sector vibrant and more competitive both on

A bad job with a Good Boss is Better than a Good Job with a bad boss

By leyman Publications My boss made a mistake on a project we were working on and instead of owning his mistake, he said it was my fault. I sat through that meeting feeling shocked and disappointed. Although this happened a

Morocco Tightens Measures As Covid Cases Rise

Moroccan authorities on Thursday slapped tight controls on movement in Casablanca and Marrakesh, the North African country’s economic and tourist capitals, following a spike in coronavirus cases. Several districts of the two cities were to be sealed off, and opening

Miracle Chinga Releases ‘Mwapambana’ Album

By Blessings Kapina Lilongwe, August 23, Mana; A Blantyre-based renowned gospel singer, Miracle Chinga whose real name is Miracle Moffat, has released her first album titled ‘Mwapambana,’ Malawi News Agency (MANA) has learnt. In an interview, Miracle Chinga said the

Malawi Chiefs Ban Initiation Ceremonies

By Loness Gwazanga Blantyre, August 21, Mana: Some chiefs in Blantyre have banned initiation ceremonies, a traditional cultural practice that marks a child’s entry into adulthood as a way of preventing further spread of Coronavirus (Covid-19). Group Village Head Kamtukule

WHO Says Children Over 12 Years Should Wear Masks

The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued guidance saying children over the age of 12 should wear masks, in line with recommended practice for adults in their country or area. It admits little is known about how children transmit the

Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND

By Charles Leyman Kachitsa That you would call a dog people’s name sometimes caused provocations in olden days, current stand is uncertain. For example take this family and to be specific man of the family, who called his dog after

Chakwera Administration to Complete Mutharika’s Development Projects

By Martin Chiwanda Nsanje, August 21, Mana: Deputy Minister of Local Government and Rural Development, Halima Daudi has said it is the wish of the Tonse Alliance-led Government to complete all development projects which were initiated by the previous administration.

Malawi Nabs 11 Illegal Immigrants

By Kondwani Magombo Mangochi, August 21, Mana: Eastern Region Immigration Office has rounded up 11 suspected illegal immigrants in a sweeping exercise in the week. Regional Immigration Officer for the East, Vivian Kasambo, confirmed the development on Thursday, saying nine

Karius major upset in UCL Final

By Michael Kachitsa Loris Karius has confirmed he was subject to death threats after putting in a nightmare display in the 2018 Champions League final. The Liverpool goalkeeper made two huge errors which led to goals for Karim Benzema and

Malawi Economy On Muted Growth- Standard Bank

Malawi’s economic growth will be muted this year due to effects of the Covid-19 pandemic and will be characterized by foreign currency supply shortages, Standard Bank has forecast. While the bank itself seems to have survived the initial Covid-19 onslaught

Minister Dares Community Radios on Survival

By Rose Mahorya Mzuzu, August 20, Mana: Minister of Information and Communications Technology, Gospel Kazako, has challenged community radio stations to be creative in generation of funds for their survival. He made the remarks when he visited Tuntufye and Dinosaur

NICE In COVID-19 Stigma Elimination Campaign

By Grace Kapatuka Salima, August 20, Mana. The National Initiative for Civic Education (NICE) Trust in Salima has embarked on an awareness campaign aimed at eliminating stigma on COVID-19 patients in the communities. Speaking during a training of Community Civic

Malawi Unpacks 5-Point Youth , Sports Development Strategy

By James Mwale Lilongwe, August 20, Mana: Government has unveiled a five-point strategy that focuses on resuscitating and updating pro-youth and sports development policies that have been passive in the recent years in continued efforts to effect a pro-active youth

UEFA Champions League – The Final Four

By Charles E Kachitsa Jnr The first thing to say is that it takes effort to get into the semi-final, but these four European teams have done it. RB (RasenBallsport) Leipzig RB Leipzig is a football team that is based

Veteran ‘Pamajiga’ Actor Elson Soko Laid To Rest

By Arkangel Tembo Blantyre, August 18, Mana:  Personalities and Comedians from all walks of life converged at Henry Henderson Institute (HHI) cemetery in Blantyre on Monday to bid farewell to popular character in Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC’s) radio 1 Pamajiga and

A rejected stone in golden leaf

By Vincent Khonje Kasungu, August 14, Mana: A small holder farmer, Loyce Nyirongo from Makanda Village in the area of Traditional Authority (TA) Mwase in Kasungu toiled all year making all efforts to grow tobacco. This is the crop that

Ministry Of Labour Hints On Fee Hike For Technical Colleges

By Fostina Mkandawire Minister of Labour, Kenny Kandodo hinted that government is contemplating on revising tuition and boarding fees for technical colleges across the country. Kandodo was speaking in Lilongwe, during his familiarization tour of Lilongwe Technical College; Kandodo said

Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND

By Charles Leyman Kachitsa We all make an effort. Some efforts can be remembered for long, like the effort I can still remember perhaps equal to nothing I have encountered in my youth, that of exerting force to break a

Malawi President Chakwera Mourns MCP Loyalist Mai Dinala

By Memory Chatonda and Arkangel Tembo Blantyre, August 13, Mana: President Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has described Malawi Congress Party (MCP) loyalist the late Roseby Dinala as a woman of passion, action and positive reaction to the country’s development. In his

UNICEF Donates 90 Smart Phones to Malawi

By Daniel Namwini Lilongwe, August 11, Mana: United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has donated 90 smart phones and chargers to Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development to be used for receiving feedback from the community on issues regarding the

Science Laboratory to Propel Female Students

By Tione Andsen Lilongwe, August 11, Mana: Construction of a K39 million Science Laboratory by World Vision Malawi (WVM) at Chigodi Community Day Secondary School (CDSS) in Lilongwe would enable female students to development interest in science. Head Teacher for

Ministry to Empower Young People

By Grace Kapatuka Salima, August 10, Mana: Minister of Youth and Sports, Ulemu Msungama says his ministry will strive ensure that youths are empowered through provision of vocational skills as a way of making them self-reliant. Msungama made the remarks

Report Reveals Women Take Huge Burden Of Covid-19

By Ireen Kayira Lilongwe, August 09, Mana: A report by ActionAid Malawi has revealed that women are the ones who have a huge burden as regards Covid 19. The report dubbed who cares for the future:  Finance Gender Responsive Public

COMMITTING TO A HEALTHIER LIFESTYLE AMIDST COVID 19 PANDEMIC

By Virginia Mzunzu Kwizombe A healthy lifestyle is a way of living that helps you to enjoy all aspects of your life; physical, mental and social well-being. In this aspect “Health is not just the absence of disease”. The Corona

Malawi Limits Public Gatherings to 10 People, Makes Masks Mandatory

By Lily Kampani Lilongwe, August 09, Mana: Government through a corona virus legislation has banned gatherings of more than 10 people with the exception of funerals limited to 50, national assembly and meetings convened to discuss Covid-19 interventions as a

Malawi Rated Highly On United Nations SDG 16

By Tione Andsen Lilongwe, August 7, Mana: United Nations (UN) said Malawi has become a great example of Sustainable Development GOAL (SDG) 16 on peaceful coexistence and strong institutions. UN Resident Coordinator, Maria Jose Torres disclosed this Thursday  during the

Malawi Foreign Exchange Rate Survived On Donor Aid

By Tione Andsen Lilongwe, August 7, Mana: Malawi Chambers of Commerce and Industry (MCCI) feel the past two and half years, Malawi Kwacha has been stable to due to donor aid. MCCI Chief Executive officer (CEO), Chancellor Kaferapanjira revealed this

Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND

By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Three weeks ago it was stated here that living rooms (sitting rooms) have been known to be feminine places mostly decorated with flowers for ages. This as most would attest could be more true especially in

Madagascan champions win 149-0

By Michael Kachitsa The world record for goals scored in senior football, which has stood steadfast ever since Arbroath thumped Bon Accord 36-0 in 1885, has been smashed by a team from Madagascar. Farcical scenes quicky led to a basketball

First Malawian Secretary For President, Cabinet Jaffu Last Mile

By Kondwani Magombo, Mana “Chitsime chomwe timakatapako nzeru chaphwa …Wagwa Mgwalangwa (The well where we tapped wisdom from has dried up … The palm tree has fallen down),” that is how the Vice President, Dr. Saulos Claus Chilima, opened his

Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND

By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Social media and perhaps this could be said of the whole internet/ online phenomena, has given most people a want of possibilities. More than ever before in the world, dreams dreamt on ones computer or mobile

The World’s oldest football team

By Michael Kachitsa Sheffield Football Club is founded on October 24th, by the pioneers, Nathaniel Creswick and William Prest, who wanted to build a community for the game of football. A game for young and old people alike to play

World Vision Malawi Pledged Support Amid Covid-19

By Tione Andsen , MANA World Vision Malawi (WVM) has pledged to continue support education, food security and sanitation services in the country amid Covid-19. WVM National Director, Hazel Nyathi disclosed this Tuesday the launch of strengthening of Community Health

Ugandan Prophet Katudde Urges Malawians to Work Hard

By Daniel Namwini Lilongwe, July 29, Mana: Prophet Hebert John Katudde from Uganda has encouraged Malawians to take the heed and work hard in order to uplift their livelihoods and contribute to the development of this country. The Ugandan prophet,

The 33 Year-Old Nigerian Entrepreneur Who Built A $3 Million EdTech Company

By Michael Kachitsa Nigerian-born Temitope Ogunsemo, 33, is the founder of Krystal Digital, a fast-growing educational technology company that specializes in the creation, development and deployment of customized and service oriented software applications for educational institutions in Nigeria. Founded in

Upcoming African Models

By Michael Kachitsa Africa is home to beautiful women from many cultural backgrounds. A large number of women have successfully changed the way people perceive beauty. African models have successfully broken the stereotypes and making the continent proud. Fatima Siad

Watch: Nigerian Official Faints in Parliament During Corruption Probe

A Nigerian official collapsed on live TV whiles answering questions from lawmakers over mismanagement of funds allocated to a development commission in the country’s oil-rich region. Daniel Pondei, the acting managing director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), slumped

TNM Pay As You Go Reduced By 70 Percent

By Tione Andsen Lilongwe, July 25, Mana: TNM PLC Friday announced a 70 percent reduction of pay as you go rate on its mobile network. TNM PLC Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Michael Buitelaar disclosed this during the launch of low

Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND

By Charles Leyman Kachitsa It is inconceivable that some time ago as late as the last years of the 1800s thus before more advances in scientific research, bad smell was seen as the cause of most diseases. The advent of

Covid-19 Dictionary

The ongoing coronavirus pandemic that started in China in December last year has disrupted life across the world. Measures like travel restrictions, border closures and stay-at-home orders have been implemented to prevent the spread of the virus. The new normal

The story of Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi was born, 24 June 1987, in Rosario, Argentina to a working-class family. His father was a factory steel worker, and his mother a cleaner. He began playing from an early age, and his talent was soon apparent. However,

Six Get 6 Years IHL Each For Possessing Pangoline

By Sarah Munthali Mchinji, July 22, Mana: The Mchinji Senior Resident Magistrate Court has sentenced six men each to six years imprisonment with hard labour for being found in possession of a pangolin. The six are Chifundo Moses, David Njanji,

Smartphones in Africa

By Michael Kachitsa Sub-Saharan Africa is a large, diverse region, encompassing 37 countries ranging from South Africa and Nigeria, to Angola, Cameroon, and Mali. It’s a region where mobile technology is going through a major period of change, according to

The rise of african fashion

By Michael Kachitsa The upmarket South African fashion brand appeals to young men like Mahlare because it taps into a growing desire to display the continent’s rich and authentic heritage. Maxhosa is not trying to copy Western designs but rather

Minister Challenge Malawi Post Corporation to Start Making Profits

By Brenda Nkosi The newly appointed Minister of Information, Gospel Kazako has challenged Malawi Posts Corporation (MPC) top management to stop seeking sympathy and start making profits or else step-down. Kazako, on a familiarization tour of MPC headquarters in Blantyre

Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND

By Charles Leyman Kachitsa In most houses the living room (sitting room) is the most important space in the house. It is where family resolutions are made, where negotiations are pan out, where instructions are given and where rewards or

Malawi Lawmaker Mwalwanda Laid to Rest

Fallen Malawi Congress Party (MCP) Member of Parliament for Karonga Central, Dr. Cornelius Mwalwanda has been laid to rest at Area 18 Cemetery in Lilongwe. Dr. Mwalwanda died on Thursday evening at Kamuzu Central Hospital in Lilongwe after battling with

Kalusha Bwalya’s Lucky Escape

By Michael Kachitsa Kalusha Bwalya, the Zambia’s football player survived the terrible plane crash in Gabon in 1993, in which all the Zambia team lost its life. He after promised he would lead the team to soldier on and attain more

Nsima (corn meal) with Chicken Curry

By Our Food Correspondent One of the favourite dishes in southern Africa particularly countries like Zambia and Malawi is Chicken Curry with Nsima. Nsima is made from maize flour as a carbohydrate that is served with any relish whether it

Shoe Making Takes Shape in Mchinji

By Owen Zayambika Mchinji, July 15, Mana: Concerned Youth Organization (CYO) has trained youths in Mchinji in shoe making using locally available materials. The 30-day trainings which have been taking place in five Traditional Authorities (TAs) in the district, have

Covid-19: Malawi President Rev Chakwera Declares Three Days of Prayer, Fasting

Malawi President Reverend Dr. Lazarus Chakwera has called upon all religiously-inclined citizens of the country to join him in observing three days of fasting and prayer from tomorrow Thursday, 16th July, to Saturday, 18th July, against the spread and impact

How Drones are used in Hospitals

By Michael Kachitsa Drone use for commercial purposes has gotten much press of late due to Amazon announcing it intends to use drones to deliver packages to customers. This is a very intriguing and transformational idea with many intended and

Music Defines Us – An Outsider Inside View

By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Music is as old as perhaps the human race. It is not very clear to most when exactly men started singing although more organised music can be traced to the era of King David perhaps even

Children Critical To Covid-19 Adaptation

By Sam Majamanda Phalombe, July 14, Mana: Oxfam Malawi has said teaching children ways of preventing the transmission of Ccovid-19 is a great way of ending the spread of the virus. Oxfam’s Deputy Country Director Elias Khozombwe made the remarks

Tanzania President Magufuli Rejects Third

Tanzania’s ruling party Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) has endorsed the candidature of President John Pombe Magufuli for upcoming presidential polls. The president doubles as the CCM national chairman. His endorsement was at a National Congress in the capital Dodoma today,

African Prints Make Life colourful

By Michael Kachitsa African wax prints, also known as Ankara and Dutch wax prints, are omnipresent and common materials for clothing in Africa, especially West Africa. They are industrially produced, colorful cotton cloths with batik-inspired printing. One feature of these

Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND

By Charles Leyman Kachitsa I recently watched a TV documentary about houses having a deep historical stories if they are still standing. It threw me back to the house I was born and grew up in. That house which is

FAM Mourns Ex-Flames Player Munde

Football Association of Malawi (FAM) has expressed shock over the death of former Malawi International player and Coach Kannock Bruno Munde who died on Saturday morning. FAM President Dr. Walter Nyamilandu Manda said:  “Words seem inadequate to express the sadness

History of Nyasa Big Bullets F.C

By Michael Kachitsa Nyasa Big Bullets (NBB) is a Malawian football (soccer) club based in Blantyre. Bullets are regarded as the number one football club in Malawi in terms of supporters, league title winning and financial background. It was formerly

Covid-19: Over 300 Couples In China Set To Divorce After ‘Spending Time Together’

Divorce rates in China have risen significantly because ‘couples are spending too much time together at home’ during coronavirus self-isolation, according to register offices across the country, Daily Mail reports Over 300 couples have scheduled appointments to get a divorce

Emerging Technology in Africa

By Michael Kachitsa African innovators are still building solutions using these technologies and finding use cases across various sectors from healthcare to finance and agriculture. Buycoins, a cryptocurrency platform, has created an avenue for Nigeiran to receive value and trade

Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND

By Charles Leyman Kachitsa As the colour of the rainbow is, so is our differences as a people yet every time you look at a rainbow it appears as one creative bundle of colours. The combination of colours makes it

The Malawian Legend Frank Sinalo

By Michael Kachitsa MDC United’s striker Frank Sinalo is among a few players in the history of Malawi soccer who scored exceptionally important goals for the national team (Flames) at most critical moments. For instance, on 5 April 1987, Frank

National Strategies to Curb Covid-19: An Outsider Inside View

By Charles Leyman Kachitsa The Corona Virus pandemic has not yet been declared eradicated by the World Health Organisation (WHO) since it is still spreading in many parts of the world. The pandemic end will be declared when possibly rates

Largest mobile network operator in Kenya

By Michael Kachitsa M-Pesa (M for mobile, pesa is Swahili for money) is a mobile phone-based money transfer service, payments and micro-financing service, launched in 2007 by Vodafone Group plc and Safaricom, the largest mobile network operator in Kenya. It

Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND

By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Interesting how when you look at mountains, you see different shapes of their peak or top. Some are pointed, others are flat for example the Table mountain in South Africa, yet you find others that are

Kennedy Malunga – Malawi Football Legend

By Michael Kachitsa Kennedy Malunga (born 14 May 1970) is a former Malawi international football midfielder who played for clubs in Malawi, South Africa and Belgium. Born in Malawi, Malunga played football in the local league for MTL Wanderers. He

Recipe for Cassava Flour Tortillas

By Michael Kachitsa Ingredients 2 cups cassava flour 1 cup coconut milk canned or boxed 1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 cup water 1-2 teaspoons sea salt 2 teaspoons garlic granules fresh cracked pepper olive oil Combine ingredients for the tortillas

World Bank Approves $750 Million Loan for Nigeria’s Power Sector

The World Bank has approved a $750 million loan for Nigeria’s power sector, the first release of funds after years of stalled talks over long-term reforms, it said. Nigeria’s decrepit power sector has stunted the growth of Africa’s largest economy

Malawi Schools to Re-Open Amid Covid-19 Pandemic

The Presidential Taskforce on Coronavirus has given a cautious and conditional nod to the re-opening of schools, Colleges and Universities on 13th July, 2020. Chairperson for the Taskforce, Dr. John Phuka made the disclosure during a media briefing on Wednesday

The Aviation industry in Africa

By Michael Kachitsa Air transport supports 6.2 million jobs and $55.8 billion in African economic activity before the Corona Virus Pandemic. That is 1.8% of all employment and 2.6% of all GDP in African countries in 2016. Every person employed

Malawi Goes to Polls in Closely Contested Fresh Election

Malawians are today expected to vote in new president in a court sanctioned fresh presidential elections. About 6.8 Million are expected to cast their votes to vote for a president who will lead the country for the next five years.

Triumphant in Christ – Monday, 22nd June, 2020

SEEDS OF VICTORY with Apostle Joseph Ziba Triumphant in Christ – Monday, 22nd June, 2020 “Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest the savour of his knowledge by us in every

African Union Hopes Malawi Will Hold Free Elections

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), His Excellency Moussa Faki Mahamat, is following closely the developments in the Republic of Malawi ahead of the fresh presidential election planned for 23 June 2020. The Chairperson commends the Malawian stakeholders

Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND

By Charles Leyman Kachitsa There is a marked difference between how western culture and the culture that I grew up in treat home visitors. In Malawi, Africa where I originated from, we grew up with the belief that home visitors

Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika (APM) – Malawi State President

By Our News Compiler Arthur Peter Mutharika is internationally described as; a Malawian politician, educator and lawyer who has been President of Malawi since 31 May 2014. Mutharika has worked globally in the field of international justice. He is an expert

Football Activities Remain Suspended- FAM

The Football Association of Malawi (FAM) has notified all it’s Member Associations and Football Clubs that under Covid-19 Preventative Measures rules, Association Football trainings and matches remain suspended. According to FAM General Secretary Alfred Gunda, the Association has noted that

Malawi President Mutharika Pledges More Development Ahead of Fresh Polls

As days to fresh presidential election draw closer, President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika on Friday assured people in the country of continued development. Professor Mutharika, who is the torch bearer for the Democratic Progressive Party and United Democratic Front (DPPUDF)

Malawi National football team’s worst Defeat

By Michael Kachitsa The Malawi national football team, nicknamed The Flames, represents Malawi in international football and is controlled by the Football Association of Malawi. Before 1966, they were known as the Nyasaland national football team. Nyasaland which was the

Over 4,000 school Girls impregnated During Covid-19 Lockdown In Kenya

Kenya has reported a sudden surge in teen pregnancies in one single county over a period of five months thus threatening to cut short the pursuit for education among school-going girls. Machakos county, located in the north eastern province in

Burundi Swears in Evariste Ndayishimiye As President

Burundi has a new president in the person of Evariste Ndayishimiye who won May 20 elections as the country entered the post-Nkurunziza era. Ndayimishiye was originally supposed to take over in August but the Constitutional Court ruled that the investiture

Bridging the Digital Gap in Africa

By Michael Kachitsa With all the excitement about the role of technology in contributing to social change and improved development outcomes across Africa, it is easy to forget that only 11% of the world’s Internet subscribers are Africans, while only

Experiencing Lockdown Amidst Covid-19 – An Outsider Inside View

By Charles Leyman Kachitsa In mid March this year, talking about people in the United Kingdom (UK), one day we woke up to the realisation that we all had lost our door keys, with almost all individual households locked inside

Malawi, India In USD 215.68 Million Pact to Improve Water Supply

By Moses Nyirenda Malawi and Exim Bank of India have signed a USD 215.68 million (more than MK161.17 billion)Line of Credit (LoC) to support implementation of drinking water supply projects for Blantyre and Southern Region Water Boards. The LoC will

Morocco Donates Face Masks to 15 African Countries

Morocco has began shipment of 8 million masks and other medical supplies to help 15 African countries in their efforts to deal with the coronavirus outbreak, as instructed directly by Moroccan King Mohammed VI. The aid also includes 900,000 visors,

Inspirational Quotes for the WEEKEND

By Charles Leyman Kachitsa Those who have played a child game known as ‘Hide and Seek’ will agree that at times you look far when actually the person or object you are looking for is nearer. You might go far

Blantyre to Have State-0f-Art Stadium

By Memory Chatonda Malawi President Professor Peter Mutharika has disclosed government’s plan to construct state-of-the- art national stadium at Njamba Freedom Park in Blantyre as one way of promoting sporting activities in the country. Mutharika made the disclosure on Saturday

Woman Arise Brings ‘SHE MATTERS’ Meetings to Your Living Room

By Tikhala Chimpango Realising the impact that COVID-19 and the death of George Floyd has had on the BAME community. Woman Arise has organised a series of Virtual interactive meetings with aim of starting a conversation about the issues that

Kasungu National Park Elephant Population Increases By 100%

By Yankho Phiri Kasungu, June 11, Mana: Ministry of Environment, Tourism, and Wildlife through the Department of National Parks and Wildlife says Kasungu National Park has registered over 100 percent increase in elephant population. Speaking in Kasungu during a visit

Malawi’s Finance Minister Presents MK 2 Trillion Budget

The Minister of Finance, Economic Planning and Development, Joseph Mwanamvekha has projected the 2020/2021 Budget at over MK2 trillion representing 28.3 percent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Mwanamvekha made the statement today at Parliament in Lilongwe during his presentation of

Kinnah Phiri Malawian legend

by Michael Kachitsa Born in Blantyre, Kinnah began playing football for local side Big Bullets F.C., and in 1982 was offered a contract by UAE club Sharjah SC. He was not allowed to leave the country, but he moved to Swaziland to play for Manzini Wanderers where he

Recipe for Delicious Irish Potatoes Plate

By Michael Kachitsa Main ingredients 2-1/2 pounds potatoes (about 6 medium) peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces 2 cups chopped cabbage 1 large onion, chopped 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/4 cup butter, softened 1 cup 2% milk Main

Mutharika to Launch Bullets, Nomads Stadia Projects

The Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture says the launch of commencement of construction of Nyasa Big Bullets and Be Forward Wanderers stadia will take place on Saturday in Blantyre, Malawi President Peter Mutharika will preside over the launch at

Infrastructure Development the Way – An Outsider Inside View

By Charles Leyman Kachitsa There is ‘a get quick fixes’ in a lot of nations that have no ambition to scale up their development agenda. Those that have realised the tenets of development, have realised that as a nation the

Schools Re-0pen in South Africa

Children in South Africa began returning to classrooms on Monday as part of a gradual loosening of restrictions imposed under a months-long COVID-19 lockdown in the continent’s most industrialised nation. The re-opening of schools had been delayed after teachers’ unions

Job Seekers Injured In A Stampede In Mzuzu