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PRSAM embarks on administering national mock examinations
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, April 28, Mana: Private Schools Association of Malawi (PRSAM) has started administering national mock examinations to its member schools in preparation for the upcoming national examinations. Speaking in an interview with Malawi News Agency (Mana) on Monday, the association`s President, Ernest Kaonga said secondary school examinations for Form Four students will run between April 28 and May 8, 2025.
Chacha donates to elderly women in Blantyre
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, March 20, Mana: A Malawian woman based in the United States of America (USA), Chawezi Banda popularly known as Chacha, has extended a helping hand to elderly women in Chitawira, Blantyre by supplying them with essential goods to improve their daily lives. The women are under an organization known as Women in Partnership Against HIV and AIDS in Malawi (WIPAM) under the guidance of Pastor Roselyn Lois Mankhwala.
Local artisans commend government for creating room for growth
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, March 20, Mana: Local artisans in the country have commended government for providing them a platform where they can showcase their skills saying the opportunity has created room for growth. In separate interviews with Malawi News Agency (MANA) in Phalombe, Thyolo and Mangochi, where they are constructing classroom blocks under the Malawi Education Reform Programme (MERP), the artisans said the work has put them in a spot where many people have developed trust in them.
Mangochi district receives 1,022 learning classes
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, March 20, Mana: Director of Education, Youth and Sports in Mangochi, Ireen Kawale, says government's provision of 511 primary school blocks through the Malawi Education Reform Programme (MERP) will increase learners' enrollment. Kawale said some of the blocks have already been completed and are currently being used across the district adding learning under trees as well as overcrowding will soon be history.
Thyolo hails provision of 254 classrooms
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, March 19, Mana: Mikalati, Mpeni and Naminyanga junior primary schools in Thyolo district will soon be upgraded to full primary schools following the completion of new classrooms that government, through the Malawi Education Reform Programme (MERP), has constructed. Authorities have described the development as a positive stride as far as access to education is concerned.
MERP increases enrollment in Phalombe
By Tikondane Vega Phalombe, March 17, Mana: Director of Education and Sports in Phalombe, Steve Charles Banda says the coming in of the Malawi Education Reform Programme (MERP) with new classrooms in the district has increased the number of learners in primary schools, which currently stands at 155,000.
Chacha bails Thokozani as she celebrates her new age
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, March 14, Mana: One of the Malawian ladies based in the United States of America, Chawezi Banda popularly known as "Chacha", has offered to pay school fees to an 18-year-old girl, Thokozani Monjeza. Banda said she has decided to bail out Thokozani as part of her 50th birthday celebration this year. The young girl was on the verge of dropping out at Mwanza boarding Secondary School.
Blantyre city Village loan groups capital hits K398 million
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, March 7, Mana: Savings and Loan Groups in Blantyre city now have a capital of K398 million, a testimony that such groups can drive the country's economy if properly managed.
COMSIP lauded for improving lives
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, March 5, Mana: Principal Social Welfare Officer for Zomba City Council Linda Matayataya Zinyongo has commended Community Savings and Investments Promotion (COMSIP) for uplifting lives of vulnerable people in the district. Zinyongo said this on Wednesday when members of the Bwaila COMSIP Cluster visited Tidalirane Cluster in Chikanda as part of a learning visit in the same district.
CHACHA donates to patients at QECH
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, February 22, Mana: One of the Malawian ladies based in the United States of America (USA), Chawezi Banda, donated assorted items to Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital (QECH) on Saturday as part of her birthday celebration, which is scheduled for March next month. The items, including Sugar and soap, were donated to the Children's special care ward and Paediatric Nursery ward.
Maskal, Eli Njuchi deliver a new love anthem
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, February 17, Mana: Legendary Afro Pop/R&B singer Maskal has teamed up with contemporary singer-songwriter Eli Njuchi to dish out a sizzling love song titled “Chonchi”, which hit the airwaves on Valentine’s Day. The track, produced, recorded and mastered by Tricky Beatz, got the two powerful vocalists and songwriters riding on a phenomenon love journey marveling their better halves.
Maranatha Academy crushes Kalibu Academy
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, February 17, Mana: Maranatha Academy crushes Kalibu Academy in a recent sports day, with an impressive 3-1win record. The school also showed their skills and teamwork, taking home wins in Football Team A 1-0, Volleyball 3-1, and Basketball 38-24, although Football Team B fell short with a 7-8 loss.
President Chakwera arrives in Dar es Salaam
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, January 27, Mana: President Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera and the First Lady, Madam Monica Chakwera, have arrived in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, to attend the M300 for Africa summit. Upon arrival, the first couple was warmly welcomed by various dignitaries, including Zanzibar's Minister of Finance and Planning, Saada Mkuya, Malawi's High Commissioner to Tanzania, Andrew Kumwenda, and Malawi's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nancy Tembo.
Kaonga to continue supporting entertainers of the year awards
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, January 11, Mana: Managing Director of Maranatha Private Schools, Ernest Kaonga, says he will continue partnering with the Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC) in recognizing and awarding exceptional talent through MBC’s annual Entertainers of the Year Awards Ceremony. In an interview monitored at MBC Digital, Kaonga pledged to continue supporting the awards saying it is the most effective way of celebrating talent across various disciplines in Malawi.
TEVETA, MUST signs MoU to spearhead skills development
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, November 19, Mana: Technical, Entrepreneurial and Vocational Education and Training (TEVET) Authority in conjunction with Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) on Tuesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to spearhead skills development in the country. The signing ceremony that took place at TEVETA Offices in Lilongwe was done by the boards of the two institutions as well as their management.
MEC orients media on electoral matters
By Tikondane Vega Salima, October 14, Mana: Principal Secretary (PS) in the Ministry of Information and Digitalization Baldwin Chiyamwaka has called on journalists in the country to continue writing human interest elections-related stories, saying this has the potential to inspire people as the country is heading towards 2025 General Elections. Chiyamwaka said this on Monday in Salima during the electoral orientation of editors from the Ministry of Information and other media houses.
Smart Deliveries launches parcel tracking system
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, September 26, Mana: Malawi’s leading delivery and courier service company, Smart Deliveries, has introduced a parcel tracking system called Zadigito. The innovative electronic system allows users to track parcels on their devices from departure to arrival.
Malawi security officers housing project to improve service delivery
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, September 25, Mana: Malawi security officers' housing project is expected to improve service delivery among workers in the country. This was revealed when Malawi News Agency visited Parachute Battalion in Salima and Mvera Battalion in Dowa district. Speaking at Parachute, Emmanuel Chimbiri, Assistant Adjutant said the construction of 50 houses has excited many officers knowing they will stay close to their working places.
Malawi security officers housing project to improve service delivery
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, September 25, Mana: Malawi security officers’ housing project is expected to improve service delivery among workers in the country. This was revealed when Malawi News Agency visited Parachute Battalion in Salima and Mvera Battalion in Dowa district. Speaking at Parachute, Emmanuel Chimbiri, Assistant Adjutant said the construction of 50 houses has excited many officers knowing they will stay close to their working places.
Government starts revision of labour laws
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, September 5, Mana: Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Labour Chikondano Mussa says government is committed to provide decent working conditions among Malawians in line with international standards.
Mozambique President Filipe Nyusi to undertake state visit in Malawi
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, August 27, Mana: President of the Republic of Mozambique Filipe Nyusi is scheduled to visit Malawi on Wednesday, to undertake several state engagements. The Presidents visit is at the invitation of his Malawi counterpart, President Lazarus Chakwera, in recognising the strong bilateral relationship between the two countries. While in the country, President Nyusi is expected to be awarded an Honorary Degree from the University of Malawi in Zomba.
MRA beats July 2024 target by K15 billion
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, August 8, Mana: Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) says it has managed to collect K329 billion beating a target of K314 billion that was planned to be collected for the month of July, 2024. MRA Head of Corporate Affairs, Steven Kapoloma, attributed the success to the support taxpayers are rendering to the Authority. Kapoloma made the remarks in Lilongwe on Thursday, during a media training on new tax measures.
Parliament committees endorse MRA’s tax stamp
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, August 6, Mana: Public Accounts Committee of Parliament says it fully supports Malawi Revenue Authority (MRA) idea to fully use tax stamp as a tool to eliminate goods smuggling into the country. Chairperson of the committee, Mark Botomani said this on Tuesday in Lilongwe after inspecting MRA Warehouse and unchartered routes that smugglers use.
Level of goods smuggling shock Parliamentary committee
By Tikondane Vega Lilongwe, August 5, Mana: Parliamentary Committee on Industry, Trade and Tourism says it is shocked with the level of goods smuggling happening in the country saying there is need to find lasting solutions on how to deal with malpractice.
PRISAM hails MANEB for speedy preparations of MSCE examinations
By Tikondane Vega Blantyre, June 25, Mana: Private Schools Association of Malawi (PRISAM) has hailed the Malawi National Examinations Board (MANEB) for speeding up the disbursement of centre fees, ahead of next month’s Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) examinations. In its Press Release, PRISAM president, Dr. Ernest Kaonga says at long last MANEB has disbursed centre fees.
SMEs and digital transactions key for FDH bank growth
By Tikondane Vega Nassau, June 15, Mana: At the just ended three days 31st African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) meeting in Nassau, Bahamas, FDH Bank told the gathering that digital transactions and Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have been key to the bank's growth. Deputy Managing Director, George Chitera Friday panel discussion titled “Unlocking the Opportunities to African Trade and Finance through Africa Trade Gateway (ATG) platform”.
Afreximbank condoles President Chakwera
By Tikondane Vega Nassau, June 14, Mana: African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) President, Prof. Benedict Oramah has condoled President, Dr Lazarus Chakwera for the tragic loss of his Vice President Saulosi Chilima and eight others during a plane crash on Monday. Prof. Oramah sent the condolence message during his keynote address on Thursday evening at the ongoing Afreximbank annual meeting being held in Bahamas at Baha Mar Convention, Arts & Entertainment Center in Nassau, from June 12-15, 2024.
Mkandawire wins the inaugural Afreximbank Research and Innovation award
By Tikondane Vega Nassau, June 13, Mana: At the ongoing Afreximbank meeting in Bahamas, Malawi’s Professor, Richard Mkandawire and Nigeria’s, Umezuruike Linus Opara have been awarded with the inaugural Research and Innovation Competence in Agriculture Awards. The two were awarded for their notable contributions to the research development and capacity building of Africa’s agriculture and food systems.
Mkandawire wins the inaugural Afreximbank Research and Innovation award
At the ongoing Afreximbank meeting in Bahamas, Malawi’s Professor, Richard Mkandawire and Nigeria’s, Umezuruike Linus Opara have been awarded with the inaugural Research and Innovation Competence in Agriculture Awards. The two were awarded for their notable contributions to the research development and capacity building of Africa’s agriculture and food systems.
Afrexim bank delegates observes minute of silence for Chilima
By Tikondane Vega Nassau, June 13, Mana: Global leaders who are meeting in Nassau, Bahamas for 2024 Afreximbank Annual Meetings and AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum on Wednesday morning observed a minute’s silence at the start of their meeting to pay their respects to the late Malawi`s Vice President, Saulosi Chilima who died in a plane crash on Monday.
Africa Population Conference to showcase Malawi’s potential
By Tikondane Vega Blantyre, May 18, Mana: Government has said hosting of 9th Africa Population Conference would boost the country’s revenue through tourism and hospitality services. Minister of Information and Digitalization, Moses Kunkuyu ho was accompanied by Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs, Simplex Chithyola Banda disclosed Saturday during a media briefing in Blantyre.
Africa Population Conference to showcase Malawi's potential
By Tikondane Vega Blantyre, May 18, Mana: Government has said hosting of 9th Africa Population Conference would boost the countrys revenue through tourism and hospitality services. Minister of Information and Digitalization, Moses Kunkuyu ho was accompanied by Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs, Simplex Chithyola Banda disclosed Saturday during a media briefing in Blantyre.
Amref bails out Phalombe Hospital with K32 million medical supplies
By Tikondane Vega Blantyre, April 23, Mana: Amref Health Africa has donated medical equipment valued at K32 million to John Chilembwe Hospital in Phalombe District as one way of complementing government in her efforts to improve health service delivery. The equipment includes weighing height boards, wheelchairs, examination lamps, oxygen concentrators, drug trolleys, electric autoclaves and BP machines.
Amref bails out John Chilembwe Hospital with K32 million medical supplies
By Tikondane Vega Blantyre, April 23: Amref Health Africa has donated medical equipment valued at K32 million to John Chilembwe Hospital in Phalombe District as one way of complementing government efforts to improve health service delivery. The equipment includes weighing height boards, wheelchairs, examination lamps, oxygen concentrators, drug trolleys, electric autoclaves and BP machines.
Kantukule says only strong coordination can resuscitate Michiru forest
By Tikondane Vega Blantyre, April 12, Mana: Minister of Tourism Vera Kantukule says there is need for a strong coordination between stakeholders at all levels if the country is to resuscitate Michiru forest reserve which has almost been depleted. Kantukule said this in Blantyre on Friday after discussing with stakeholders on how to address Michiru Nature Sanctuary and Michiru forest reserves problems.
Government sensitizes BT council on new land laws
By Tikondane Vega Blantyre, April 5, Mana: Minister of Lands, Deus Gumba says his ministry will continue to sensitize all stakeholders on matters related to land laws so that Malawians should have common understanding on land issues. Gumba said this in Blantyre on Friday during the meeting with Blantyre City Council (BCC) management and ward councilors on land laws, planning, development control and enforcement.
Minister calls for serious investment in biodiversity conservation
By Tikondane Vega Minister of Natural Resources and Climate Change, Michael Usi has called on African countries to decisively prioritise biodiversity conservation in the national budget and demonstrate commitments in preserving rich biodiversity for sustainable economic development of their respective countries.
Minister calls for serious investment in biodiversity conservation
By Tikondane Vega Blantyre, April 3, Mana: Minister of Natural Resources and Climate Change, Michael Usi has called on African countries to decisively priorities biodiversity conservation in the national budget and demonstrate commitments in preserving rich biodiversity for sustainable economic development of their respective countries.
Government spending a lot due to adverse weather conditions
By Tikondane Vega Blantyre, March 18, Mana: Secretary to the Treasury Betchani Tchereni has challenged engineers as well as planners in the country to come up with proper infrastructure designs with high quality that can withstand adverse weather conditions, noting government is spending a lot of resources in reconstruction.
Government commends BWB for safeguarding sustainable water resources
By Tikondane Vega Blantyre, March 7, Mana: Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation, Liana Kakhobwe Chapota, has commended Blantyre Water Board (BWB) for continuing planting trees around Mudi River catchment as one way of sustaining water in Mudi Dam. She appreciated BWB efforts on Thursday in Blantyre when she led BWB and other stakeholders to plant trees around Mudi River catchment area, which contributes to high level of water in Blantyre.
Chakwera inaugurates innovation hub
By Tikondane Vega Blantyre, March 6, Mana: President Dr Lazarus Chakwera has expressed government’s commitment to turn visions into reality saying it is the only way for Malawi to move forward in innovation and technology for improved economy. Chakwera said this Wednesday at the Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (MUBAS) in Blantyre during the official launch of the University Innovation Pod (UniPod).
Chakwera inaugurates innovation hub
By Tikondane Vega Blantyre, March 6: President Dr Lazarus Chakwera has expressed government’s commitment to turn visions into reality saying it is the only way for Malawi to move forward in innovation and technology for improved economy. Chakwera said this Wednesday at the Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (MUBAS) in Blantyre during the official launch of the University Innovation Pod (UniPod).
First Lady Madame Chakwera calls on women to be committed to prayer
By Tikondane Vega First Lady Madame Monica Chakwera has called upon women in the country to continue playing a support system role for the country to move forward, saying women are a beacon of love and solutions to societal problems. Madame Chakwera was speaking at Kamuzu Stadium in Blantyre on Friday during the 2024 Women's World Day of Prayer. She encouraged women to continue praying for the country and bring solutions to several challenges the country is facing.
First Lady calls on women to be prayer warriors
By Tikondane Vega Blantyre, March 1, Mana: First Lady Madame Monica Chakwera has called upon women in the country to continue playing a support system role for the country to move forward, saying women are a beacon of love and solutions to societal problems. Madame Chakwera was speaking at Kamuzu Stadium in Blantyre on Friday during the 2024 Women’s World Day of Prayer. She encouraged women to continue praying for the country and bring solutions to several challenges the country is facing.
Women told to be prayer warriors
By Tikondane Vega Blantyre, March 1, Mana: First Lady Madame Monica Chakwera has called upon women in the country to continue playing a support system role for the country to move forward, saying women are a beacon of love and solutions to societal problems. Madame Chakwera was speaking at Kamuzu Stadium in Blantyre on Friday during the 2024 Women’s World Day of Prayer. She encouraged women to continue praying for the country and bring solutions to several challenges the country is facing.
Malawi making strides in eliminating child labour
By Tikondane Vega Blantyre, February 22, Mana: Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Labour, Wezi Kayira, says Malawi is making significant progress in fighting and eliminating child labour, adding this is in line with Agenda 2063. Kayira said this in Blantyre on Thursday during a knowledge sharing workshop for workers, employers and government representatives from Malawi, Uganda and Kenya.
Mwanza One Stop Border Post raises hope among cross border traders
By Tikondane Vega Blantyre, December 22, Mana: Expectations are high among cross border traders that uses Mwanza border, as One Stop Border Post (OSBP) in the district is almost completed. In an interview with Malawi News Agency on Friday, Zione Phiri who operates her business between South Africa and Malawi said she is hoping for improved services once Mwanza one border post starts operating.
Mchinji One Border Post operations excites business people
By Tikondane Vega Blantyre, December 15, Mana: People who are using One Stop Border Post in Mchinji district says they are satisfied on how the facility is discharging its duties citing the establishment of the place has brought efficiency and speed when it comes to goods clearance. In an interview with Malawi News Agency on Thursday, Steven Donnex who is one of the business people said the commissioning of the facility has improved the way he is conducting his business in Lilongwe.
Newly completed Dedza One stop border Post improves security
By Tikondane Vega Blantyre, December 18, Mana: Travelers and traders that use Dedza One border post says there is improved security and efficiency when transacting at the Border Post since the completion of the new one- stop-border facility in the district. The construction of the Dedza One-Stop Border Post started in March, 2021 and the project was finished in 2022.
Local company commits to protect Michiru forest
By Tikondane Vega Blantyre, December 17: HS Wine house Beverages and Hospitality, who are makers of the Cape Stars alcoholic spirits has said the company together with other stakeholders would intensify community awareness targeting people surrounding Michiru Forest in Blantyre as one way of ensuring that trees are protected in the hilly area.
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