National Bank of Malawi has allocated K11.2 million to the Senior Golfers Society ahead of its annual tournament and general meeting, with K5.2 million delivered as cash and K6 million designated for member uniforms. Chief Executive Officer William Mabulekesi of NBM Pension Administration Limited stated that the financial institution recognizes retired players who contributed leadership and expertise that shaped current public and private sector professionals.
Society Chairperson Eric Chinkanda said the backing has enhanced this year's gathering, which draws participants from all regions and promotes networking among retirees while maintaining physical wellness. The organization seeks partnerships with southern African counterparts to...
National Bank of Malawi has provided K15 million worth of sanitation equipment to Mzuzu City Council as part of a broader K200 million corporate responsibility program supporting communities throughout the nation. Accounts Relationship Manager Gift Patsanja explained that the bank solicited proposals from multiple councils and responded to Mzuzu's request for waste management tools, emphasizing the institution's commitment to communities where it conducts business operations.
Mayor Chiyembekezo Moses welcomed the donation of bins, wheelbarrows, shovels and protective gear, noting persistent challenges with refuse collection in the northern city. He urged residents, merchants and street vendors to properly maintain the new resources to...
Malawi authorities have returned William Liabunya to his position leading the Electricity Generation Company following a court decision that dismissed criminal accusations against him and two colleagues. The Chief Resident Magistrate Court in Blantyre acquitted Liabunya alongside Corporate Affairs Director Videlia Mluwira and Finance Director Hophan Chisasa after prosecutors acknowledged insufficient evidence to pursue charges of theft, money laundering and official misconduct related to K3.4 billion.
Liabunya told reporters he welcomed the opportunity to resume contributing his specialized knowledge to national service. The executive had been suspended for nearly two years while facing the allegations. Maxon Chitawo, who assumed...
Malawi's Gender, Children, Disability and Social Welfare Minister Mary Navicha emphasized the necessity of sustained financial backing for the Malawi Council for Disability Affairs during the launch of the organization's annual Flag Week at Parliament in Lilongwe. She contributed K1 million while describing disability inclusion as a governmental obligation rather than charitable work, asserting that adequate funding remains essential for the council to fulfill its responsibilities and enable disabled citizens to participate in national development planning.
Vice President Jane Ansah addressed attendees by highlighting persistent systemic obstacles that prevent millions of Malawians with disabilities from engaging in economic, social...
South African authorities have filed criminal charges against Operation Dudula activists after violent confrontations erupted during protests outside the G20 summit venue in Johannesburg. Police deployed tear gas and pepper spray when demonstrators attempted to breach designated protest zones near the Nasrec Expo Centre, with leader Zandile Dabula among those affected by crowd control measures. The charges encompass inciting public violence, violating court restrictions, and assaulting an officer.
The anti-immigration movement had organized demonstrations arguing that domestic priorities like unemployment and corruption should receive greater attention than hosting international gatherings. Dabula questioned the value of welcoming...
Leaders attending the G20 summit in Johannesburg reached an agreement on a joint declaration despite the absence of American representatives, with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announcing the consensus during opening remarks at the Nasrec Expo Centre. The document emphasizes climate action, debt relief for developing nations, and reforms to international financial institutions, reflecting priorities championed by the host country during its historic presidency as the first African nation to lead the forum.
The declaration addresses clean energy transitions and climate financing targets while promoting gender equality and sustainable mineral extraction that benefits local communities. Ramaphosa characterized the outcome as...
A hijacking suspect wielding a toy firearm was shot by elite police officers after attempting to commandeer a vehicle transporting members of South Africa's National Intervention Unit near the G20 summit venue in Johannesburg. The lone assailant confronted the officers and tried to force them from the car before the specialized unit neutralized the threat. Authorities confirmed the incident occurred as world leaders gathered for the summit at Nasrec Expo Centre in Gauteng, where more than 40 heads of state convened to address global challenges like debt relief and climate policy.
Security forces deployed over 3,500 additional officers and established military standby support to protect delegates from 19 nations, the European Union, and...
Paul Pogba will make his competitive return after more than two years when AS Monaco faces Rennes in Ligue 1 action. The 32-year-old French midfielder last appeared in a match for Juventus in September 2023, before a doping violation led to an extended absence from professional football. His ban was initially set at four years but was reduced to 18 months following an appeal, with arbitrators accepting that a contaminated supplement caused the positive test result.
Monaco signed the World Cup winner as a free agent after his contract with Juventus was terminated in October. The club currently sits second in the French league standings behind Paris Saint-Germain. Pogba is expected to play briefly as he continues rebuilding match fitness...
South African leader Cyril Ramaphosa urged wealthy nations to prioritize developing regions during the inaugural African-hosted Group of Twenty proceedings at Johannesburg's Nasrec Expo Centre. The president invoked Nelson Mandela's legacy while advocating for reforms addressing inequality, climate finance, and debt relief affecting poorer economies worldwide.
Ramaphosa emphasized continental representation within multilateral frameworks, highlighting proposals from expert panels led by former finance minister Trevor Manuel focused on expanding affordable capital access. The leader stressed priorities spanning disaster preparedness, sustainable energy funding, and critical mineral governance benefiting African populations.
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