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22/01/2022

Couple goals... Singer Kell kay and wife. This is probably the most beautiful picture you have come across on the internet today

09/01/2022

FLAMES REMAINS UNSHAKEN- NYAMILANDU

FAM president Walter Nyamilandu Manda has cushioned Malawians not to be in distress especially on the performance of the team despite some players having tested positive for COVID-19.

Nyamilandu Manda has stated on his Facebook post that the Flames had already prepared for this kind of eventuality and there is enough back up for good delivery in tomorrow's match.

Go Flames go..!

09/01/2022

COVID-19 STORM FLAMES CAMP AT AFCON

Six players and three technical staff for Malawi national football team have tested positive for Covid-19 in Cameroon.

As per CAF AFCON pre-match protocols, the Flames players and officials underwent a Covid-19 PCR test on Saturday afternoon, 48 hours before the team's opening match against Guinea on Monday.

According to the Flames head of delegation Tiya Somba Banda, the players are defenders Peter Cholopi, Lawrence Chaziya, Stanley Sanudi; midfielders Chikoti Chirwa and Robin Ngalande and striker Gabadinho Mhango.

"The officials are Head of Technical Panel Mario Marinica, Goalkeeper Trainer Swadick Sanudi and Physiotherapist Chikondi Mandalasi," the head of delegation said.

Meanwhile, in Saudi Arabia defender Mark Fodya has tested negative for Covid-19 while Charles Petro is still positive.

08/01/2022

When Before meets after 😁.

08/01/2022

NSANJE FLOODS UPDATE-VICTIMS STILL STRANDED
By:Alex Charlie ,contributor (Nsanje)

Victims of the recent flash floods in Nsanje have not received any kind of support since the incident happened last night.

When a call was placed to the districts council in the early hours of today, the council officer assured of a quick assistance but until now no one has rendered any support.

‘’This is always the case when such disaster happens. we haven’t ate anything since yesterday night and we are hungry, our children are crying because of hunger’’. Said one of the victims

Meanwhile Member of Parliament for Nsanje south west constituency hon Eurita Mtiza Valeta has pledged to support 88 households with assorted items especially those who have been hit by flash floods in the area of group village headman Mambundungu under Traditional authority Malemia in the district

08/01/2022

FLOODS CAUSE HAVOC IN NSANJE
Pictures by Alex Charlie, Contributor

08/01/2022

FLOODS CAUSE HAVOC IN NSANJE
By: Alex Charlie - Contributer (Nsanje)

Heavy rains associated with strong winds and thunderstorms have destroyed 88 households in the area of Senior chief Malena at night on Friday 7th January.

A total number of 14 villages have been affected by the flooding of Gandale river.

In an interview village headman Mambundungu have described the incident as disastrous and burdensome.

"Our crops, Food, cloths and everything have been washed away". Said Mambundungu.

Meanwhile, Nsanje district Council officials are on the ground to assist the affected households

08/01/2022

ESCOM TO REVEAL ROLLOUT DATE OF FREE ELECTRICITY CONNECTIONS

Officials at Electricity Supply Corporation of Malawi (Escom) will soon announce to Malawians an exact date for starting the free electricity connections policy within the next three months.

This comes following an indication that Malawians will start getting the service in the just started year of 2022.

During a press briefing in Lilongwe on Friday, Escom Acting Chief Executive Officer, Clement Kanyama, confirmed that with guidance from the ministry of energy, they have come up with a guideline that will be followed through the process.

Currently, the electricity supplying entity has embarked on a task of sourcing funds for the policy to rollout.

Minister of Information, Gospel Kazako, has said he will follow up with Escom in the said three months to get an update on when exactly Malawians will start getting free connections.

The policy was one of the promises the Tonse Alliance government made to Malawians the time it was campaigning for presidency.

07/01/2022

RIZINE MZIKAMANDA SC APPOINTED AS CHIEF JUSTICE
By: Praise Ujani- Contributer (Blantyre)

President Lazarus Chakwera has appointed Justice of Appeal Rizine Mzikamanda SC as the country's Chief Justice.

Government has confirmed through president and cabinet Secretary Zangazanga Chikhosi.

He replaces Justice Andrew Nyirenda who retired at the end of last year.

According to Chikhosi, the appointment is with immediate effect.

07/01/2022

MERA DOWNPLAYS FUEL STOCK OUT FEARS

The Malawi Energy Regulatory Authority (MERA) is confident that fuel stocks in the country are sufficient, amid fears that most filling stations are running out of the commodity.

Media reports had indicated that on Thursday, a number of service stations in Mzuzu, Zomba and Lilongwe had little or no fuel, resulting in fears that stocks at MERA are running out.

A statement signed by MERA Chief Executive Officer, Henry Kachaje, explains that the fuel distribution plan was affected by logistical and operational challenges but 93 percent of fuel retail outlets in the country have both Diesel and Petrol available.

The statement further appeals to stakeholders and the public to avoid spreading speculative information on availability of fuel, which results in anxiety and panic buying.

In the most recent related development, fuel stock outs were affected by strikes spearheaded by truck drivers.

06/01/2022

ROBBERS KILL TWO SECURITY GUARDS
By: Alex Charlie, Contributor (Nsanje).

Police in Nsanje have launched a manhunt for unknown robbers who have killed two security guards in the wee hours of today at Mchiliko Village, Traditional Authority Tengani in Nsanje.

The deceased have been identified as Notice Aaron, 45 and Lingi James, 55, both from Mchakalima who before their demise where working as security guards at a shop of Isaac Sitifano.

It is reported that the wife of Sitifano woke up around 01:00 hours when she suddenly saw a person who wanted to jump over a fence.

The wife then started shouting for help and this alerted the husband who came out of the house before the intruder escaped.

When Sitifano went to look for his security guards he found them severely wounded and bleeding. The two have died at Nsanje District Hospital while receiving treatment.

06/01/2022

CHIEFS IN NSANJE HAVE SOUNDED AN SOS IN ENDING GBV
By: Alex Charlie, Contributor (Nsanje).

Chief Chimombo in Nsanje district has called upon government and different stakeholders to stand with Community victim support Units (CVSU) in order to curb various forms of abuses that are happening to girls and women in the district.

In an interview, Chimombo stated that lack of support from government brings about delays in bringing to book perpetrators of the vice.

"CVSUs end up getting frustrated at the end of the day when they follow up a case and it bears no fruits" said Chimombo.

Meanwhile District Gender Officer Edison Njembe said CVSUs are well supported citing an example of having well trained CVSU members on the issues to do with gender based violence (GBV)

06/01/2022

PORRIDGE KEEPING LEANERS IN SCHOOL
By: Edward Ziyabu- Contributer (Blantyre)

Schools have recently opened and a good turn up of school learners in Mbape primary school has been attributed to the availability of porridge that is being distributed to learners.

Jane Kachere, chairlady of the mother group committee at the school has commended Fisherman's Rest for donating Likuni phala which will be used to feed the children.

"The numbers have increased, and we have no doubt it is because of the porridge." Said Kachere

Kachere and other women who volunteered to be cooking porridge at the school are now feeding a total if 7000 children every morning from 5083 children last academic year.

05/01/2022

OVER 6, 000 INMATES HAVE BEEN VACCINATED
By:Alex Charlie, Contributor (NSANJE)

Over 6, 000 inmates have received the covid 19 vaccine, Malawi Prison Service Public Relations Officer Chimwemwe Shaba has confirmed.

He said the figure is out of an average of 14,500 inmates in the countries prisons.

Shaba said they are still enforcing all the restrictions and precaution measures as recommended by the ministry of health.

“The standing order of covid prevention and management in prison formation is still in force. We have retained centers where new admissions are accommodated to make sure that they are properly screened by medical personnel before they mix up with other inmates who are already serving sentences or are waiting for trial," He said.

Shaba added that they will continue observing the set guidelines to contain further spread.

05/01/2022

DAUGHTER MURDERS OWN MOTHER
By: Mike Thuluma Contributer (Blantyre)

A 41 year - old woman identified as Mary Saliet of Kasimbo Village, Traditional Authority Ngabu is in police custody for allegedly murdering her biological mother by the name Saliet Bendalamu aged 53.

Reports indicate that the mother has been sick and the daughter did not make any efforts to visit her sick mother. Upon inquiry the two got into a misunderstanding which led Mary to assult the deceased leaving her unconscious.

Neighbors rushed her to the hospital where she was pronounced dead upon arrival. Postmortem results indicate that the death was due to haemorrhagic shock due to the assault.

The suspect will appear in court soon to answer murder charges contrary to Section 209 of the Penal Code

05/01/2022

BON KALINDO TO RESUME DEMONSTRATIONS
BY: Alex Charlie, Contributor (Nsanje)

Bon Kalindo has announced the resumption of anti-government demonstrations over the rise in cost of living.

Kalindo has stated disappointment over the broken promises that government made especially on reducing toll gate fees.

Blantyre city will go first on the 13th followed by Chingeni toll gate on the 23rd of this month.

Last year, Kalindo led national wide demonstrations which aimed at demanding the Tonse alliance administration to provide solutions on the rise of living costs.

04/01/2022

TRAVEL AND TOURISM.

It is not too early to start making holiday plans for 2022. How about a visit to Likoma Island?

Is the Lake different from that side? 😉

04/01/2022

LIGHTNING STRIKES MAN DEAD
By: Praise Ujani- Contributer (Blantyre)
A 37 year old man identified as Geoffrey Banda from Traditional Authority Kawamba in Kasungu has died after being struck by lightning.

Kasungu Police publicist Joseph Kachikho has confirmed the development.

According to Kachikho,the deceased met his fate whilst mending his bycicle at Lembanyama Village in the district.

Banda was later rushed to Kawamba Health Center
where death was confirmed.

Police has therefore advised the general public to follow all precautionary measures when it is raining to avoid a replica of what has happened.

03/01/2022

MALAWI VS MALI GAME CANCELED
By: Praise Ujani- Contributer (Blantyre)

The football Association of Malawi FAM has confirmed the cancelation of a friendly match between Malawi and Mali which was slated for tomorrow in Saudi Arabia.

The match has been canceled due to the rise of COVID-19 Cases on Mali's side.

The Flames recently came face to face with Comoros where the country’s team beat the opponent with 2 goals to 1 as part of preparations for the African Cup of Nations- AFCON for January 9 in Cameron.

03/01/2022

" AM THE MOST BANKRUPT ARTIST IN MALAWI ", Says Matumbi
By: Mike Thuluma- Contributer (Blantyre)

Dancehall artist Annie Matumbi, popularly known as Nyakwawa, has openly told his fans through his page that he is now the most bankrupt artist in the country.

Matumbi started by congratulating some artist in the country who worked hard in just ended year 2021 before he made the sentiments on his financial status.

In as far as dancehall music is concerned Matumbi is by far the first artist in this new year to come out open on his financial status.

Matumbi has been in music industry for over 20 years, but hasn't been favoured in music and has since been overtaken by new comers.

However, many of his fans from the comment box have blamed Matumbi for being quiet and has advised the need for a huge come back.

31/12/2021

YOUTH's TO HOLD DEMONSTRATIONS OVER RECRUITIMENT PROCEDURES
By: Alex Charlie, contributor (NSANJE)

Youths in Nsanje have threatened to hold peaceful demonstrations following recruitment procedures in most Non-governmental institutions in the district.

The district`s labour officer, James Magola said companies and non-governmental organizations are recruiting people in various positions without incorporating the council’s relevant authorities.

"The case of Nsanje is on another level, the recruitment process is not transparent either is it accountable " said Magola.

Few months ago police in the district arrested the principle human resource officer for Nsanje district hospital, Lufai Nachamba for allegedly recruiting people without following laid down procedures.

30/12/2021

MIN. OF EDUCATION SET FOR THE NEXT ACADEMIC YEAR
By Satiel Nkhoma- Contributer (Zomba)

The ministry of education says preparations for the next academic year are right on tract and there will be no inconveniences caused.

This comes amid concerns that the opening of schools might be put on hold due to the rise of COVID-19 cases in the third wave of the pandemic.

The Ministry's spokesperson, Chikondi Chimala, said the Ministry has looked into all the nitty-grittys and business will commence as normal.

"As it stands, we are expecting a total of 383 classrooms to be ready by 4th of January 2022 as a measure of decongesting the already existing classrooms to achieve social distances in our schools" said Chimala

In addition, the Ministry is also in the process of drilling 500 boreholes in schools which didn't have access to clean water. These two activities are all preventive measures of COVID-19.

30/12/2021

5 ARRESTED FOR BURGLARY
By: Mike Thuluma- Contributer (Blantyre)

Five men have been arrested in Bangwe, Blantyre on suspensions of being invoIved in a series of house breaking and robberies.

According to Limbe Police spokesperson lnspector Patrick M***a, the suspects are Robert Chinsomba,19, Leonard Antony 25, Yusuf Kazembe 32, Romio Makanjira,24, and Charles Mapundi, 25.

M***a has confirmed that the detectives have also managed to recover the following property worth millions; three plasma TV screens, amplifiers, subwoofers, home theatres, three hybrid speakers, four cellphones, one computer, four sound mixers among others.

The suspects have been charged with burglary and theft, and are expected to appear in court soon.

30/12/2021

JUST IN

ACB ARRESTS SATTAR's BUSINESS PARTNER
By: Mike Thuluma- Contributer (Blantyre)

The Anti-Corruption Bureau-ACB has arrested Ashok Nair who is an associate business patner to Zunneth Sattar.

The reason for the arrest is not yet known as the ACB is yet to make an official communication on the case.

Nair and Sattar are under investigation by both the British Agency (National Crime Agency) and the ACB over allegations of corruption.

Sources say more arrests are likely to be effected in connection to this ongoing investigation.

30/12/2021

SURVIVING ON POULTRY FARMING
By: Edward Ziyabu - Contributer (Blantyre)

With high unemployment levels, business is a major key to survival.

It is no secret that alot have ventured into several, one of which happens to be agribusiness.

Bothwell from Binali Village Traditional Authority Somba in Blantyre testifies on the proceeds of business. He specializes mainly in poultry.

"Patience and hardwork does wonders. I have managed to move to an electrified house, afford to live a standard life but most importantly my children do not lack school fees" said Bothwell who at this time was coming from making sells

Bothwell attributes his success to always being jovial and greatful at all times. Despite what comes his way, he always remembers to put a smile on his face.

29/12/2021

When Hikers get married. Whats your take? Yes or No? 😍

29/12/2021

NSANJE HIT BY WATER CRISIS
By: Alex Charlie - Contributer (NSANJE)

Community leaders in the area of Senior Chief Tengani in Nsanje district have sounded an SOS following a water crisis locking the area.

The problem according to authorities has been fueled by malfanctioning water points and inadquate water facilities which are failing to meet the growing population of the area.

Meanwhile Member of parliament for the area Kafandikhale Mandevana has acknowledged the challenge and is working tirelessly to resolve the issue.

Asides from Nsanje, some parts of Blantyre city is also facing water challenges.

Recently, findings for a survey conducted by the office of the national Statics office has reviewed that 60% of Malawians are using contaminated water.

29/12/2021

ANNIE MULIZI NO MORE
By: Praise Ujani -Contributer (Blantyre)

Former first lady Annie Muluzi dies in Nairobi Kenya after battling with cancer.

Secretary to the president and cabinet Zangazanga Chikhosi has confirmed the sad development through a statement.

According to Chikhosi, details for demise arrangements and repatriation of the body will be announced at a later date.

28/12/2021

ZOMBA BIRTHS A NEW TV SERIES
By: Jane Massa -Contributer (Zomba)

As one way of enhancing Malawi's film industry, Zomba film maker by the name Innocent Bisika will in 2022 introduce a new TV series titled Chikanda.

Bisika stated in an interview that production of the new baby is still underway while other episodes have been finalized ready for premiering on various social media platforms and television stations

"The serie will center so much on behavioral change, mainly addressing issues of human trafficking, gender based violence and other topical issues affecting our day to day life" said Bisika

This is a second project Bisika is working on after producing a film titled Mlenje in 2016.

27/12/2021

VENDORS IN NSANJE THREATEN TO HOLD VIGILS

By: Alex Charlie, Contributor (NSANJE)

The business community in Nsanje has threaten to hold vigils at the district council over the delay in completion of the new market structure.

Chairperson of vendors association in the district, Samson Folopensi has confirmed the development to Planet Torch.

"It does not make sense that vendors are still trading outside the market despite it being opened by the deputy minister of local government in March this year," said Folopensi

Nsanje district council through its spokesperson Robert Naheya says the are doing everything possible to finalise the project.

This will be the second time for vendors to hold protests since 2016 over issues emanating from the construction of Nsanje market.

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ZOMBA BIRTHS A NEW TV SERIES By: Jane Massa -Contributer (Zomba) As one way of enhancing Malawi's film industry, Zomba film maker by the name Innocent Bisika will in 2022 introduce a new TV series titled Chikanda. Bisika stated in an interview that production of the new baby is still underway while other episodes have been finalized ready for premiering on various social media platforms and television stations "The serie will center so much on behavioral change, mainly addressing issues of human trafficking, gender based violence and other topical issues affecting our day to day life" said Bisika This is a second project Bisika is working on after producing a film titled Mlenje in 2016.

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