Young athletes from universities across Malawi are preparing to compete in the inaugural Mo626 Varsity Games, which will begin Saturday at Mzuzu University. Sponsored by National Bank of Malawi plc, the games are part of a larger sports initiative, which has designated K450 million for this event out of the institution’s K1.58 billion annual sponsorship, focusing on women’s football, tertiary-level sports, and grassroots football development.
Organizers expect the Mo626 Varsity Games to unite colleges from around the country in a spirited display of athletic skill and enthusiasm. Akossa Hiwa, who oversees marketing and corporate affairs for the bank, described the launch as the final piece of their sponsorship strategy, with plans to...
Kondwani Kachamba Ngwira, a well-known entrepreneur and social media figure from Malawi, urged University of Malawi Computer Society students to approach their careers with the mindset of business creators rather than traditional job seekers. During his presentation at the Wadonda Lecturer theater in Zomba, Ngwira drew from his professional journey to highlight the importance of patience and strategic decision-making when starting and sustaining a business.
The event was organized to encourage students to look beyond the crowded job market and instead see opportunities for innovation and enterprise. Eric Williams Sato, who leads the Computer Society, expressed optimism that this perspective would inspire students to generate new...
Malawi’s creative sector is set to reach new heights as several leading international filmmakers and distributors prepare to visit the country and begin practical collaborations with local artists. Among those expected are the creative team from India’s Zee World, film distributors from Mauritius who partner with Prime Video and Amazon, a UK-based group with experience bringing African stories to Netflix, and a prominent Nigerian distributor aiming to broaden the reach of Malawian films across the continent.
Prophet Shepherd Bushiri, President and Visionaire of Goshen Trust, shared the news after a recent meeting with Dorothy Kingstone, President of the Film Association of Malawi (FAMA), and her team. The gathering focused on turning...
Glady’s Banda, a 32-year-old mother from Chinsewu village under Traditional Authority Machinjiri, is working tirelessly to support her three children after her husband left the family to seek better opportunities in South Africa. Facing the daily challenge of providing for her household, Glady’s and her children collect stones in their area to produce quarry for sale—a physically demanding job that yields only a small income, often insufficient to meet their basic needs.
Grinding stones in a quarry is a difficult and sometimes dangerous task, with Glady’s enduring frequent hand injuries and exposure to dust and flying stone fragments. Despite these hardships, she continues her work out of necessity, determined to put food on the table...
Zimbabwe’s Portfolio Committee on Defence, Home Affairs, Security Services, and War Veterans Affairs has recommended that the country’s defence forces be permitted to compete for and win major government tenders, a move aimed at addressing a significant funding gap facing the military. The proposal, revealed during pre-budget hearings in Harare, comes as the Ministry of Defence faces a massive shortfall, with Treasury allocating only a fraction of the funds requested for 2026.
Committee chairperson E. Maoneke highlighted that a well-resourced defence force is essential for national security, but the funding constraints have prompted lawmakers to suggest a dramatic shift. The committee’s recommendation would see the Zimbabwe Defence...
Former Zimbabwean parliamentarian Job Sikhala has been detained in Pretoria, South Africa, after police reportedly discovered explosives in his vehicle. The arrest has stirred strong reactions in political circles, with Sikhala’s associates suggesting he was targeted in a cross-border operation orchestrated by Zimbabwean intelligence agencies.
According to accounts shared by opposition politician Jacob Ngarivhume, Sikhala had attended a meeting with individuals who presented themselves as members of a Congolese political group. After one of the hosts briefly took his car keys, Sikhala was later stopped by police, who then conducted a search and allegedly found explosives inside the vehicle. Associates claim Sikhala was lured to the...
Ronwen Williams, captain of Bafana Bafana and goalkeeper for Mamelodi Sundowns, has earned a nomination for the FIFPRO Men’s World 11 at The Best FIFA Football Awards 2025. This recognition places Williams among the top goalkeepers internationally and marks a significant achievement in his distinguished career.
The past season has seen Williams reach new heights, guiding Sundowns to the DStv Premiership title and helping them secure a place in the CAF Champions League final. He was honored with two major continental awards—African Goalkeeper of the Year and African Inter-Club Player of the Year—and kept two clean sheets at the FIFA Club World Cup. His consistent performances and leadership have drawn widespread praise across the...
Seven artisanal miners remain trapped underground after a mine shaft collapsed during heavy rainfall on Tuesday afternoon. The sudden failure of the shaft buried the men under debris, cutting off all contact and leaving them stranded deep below the surface. Rescue teams, made up of local police, mining officials, and experienced operators, have been working continuously, but persistent rain and unstable conditions have made progress extremely difficult.
Officials have described the rescue operation as challenging and slow, with water pumping and debris removal efforts hampered by the ongoing downpours. Families and community members have gathered at the site, waiting anxiously as hope for a successful rescue fades with each passing...
Zimbabwe’s economic recovery in 2025 is surpassing expectations, according to a visiting team from the International Monetary Fund. The IMF delegation, led by Wojciech Maliszewski, concluded a week-long mission in the country and highlighted key sectors driving the turnaround. A strong rebound in agriculture, coupled with steady growth in mining, has helped boost economic activity, while lower inflation and a more stable exchange rate have contributed to a more predictable business environment.
During talks with senior government officials, the IMF emphasized the importance of fiscal discipline as the government prepares its 2026 budget. Recommendations included ensuring spending remains aligned with revenue and relying on sustainable...
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