People's Democratic Party leader Kondwani Nankhumwa wants to shake up politics in the Central Region, where the Malawi Congress Party usually wins. His four-day campaign tour runs from April 10 to 13 across MCP strongholds. He hopes to grab voters who feel let down by the current government. The tour kicks off in Nkhoma with speeches aimed at people wanting something different from what they have today. Nankhumwa plans to speak directly to local communities about their problems.
The first day includes stops at Mpenu, Mazengera, plus Court grounds in Nkhoma for rallies. Friday sees him returning to Nkhoma before visiting Chowo and Chamadenga. On Saturday, his team heads to politically active Dzenza to meet citizens questioning their...
Standard Bank of Malawi just launched "Yours 247," a digital campaign platform that helps people access banking services everywhere. The new platform works with basic mobile phones, letting customers bank even in faraway villages. Standard Bank CEO Phillip Madinga told Malawi24 that this platform will boost financial inclusion across the country. He said the campaign aims to make money matters easier for everyone as digital banking grows fast.
The "YOURS247" Campaign mainly supports small business owners through technology that lets entrepreneurs handle money without needing the internet. It includes a simple mobile app for managing accounts, applying for loans, tracking finances, plus making bulk payments. This complete system...
The Democratic Progressive Party plans to make waves across Lilongwe this weekend, with just 158 days left before Malawi's general election. DPP officials scheduled several stops throughout the capital city on Saturday, trying to gain ground in the Central Region where the Malawi Congress Party traditionally dominates. The campaign will peak Sunday at a major rally expected to draw loyal supporters and curious voters alike. The unusual pairing of both the Central Region Vice President and Secretary-General as co-headliners aims to show party unity against rumors of internal conflicts.
DPP leaders want to present themselves as a strong alternative to President Chakwera's leadership. They'll outline their plans to fix economic problems...
Ibrahim Jumbe from Malawi just released his first song, "#Celebu," with Kay Blessings. He wrote it after his girlfriend dumped him for someone famous. The track will appear on his upcoming album, "Return of the King," which will be released in late May. He poured his broken heart into lyrics that many people can relate to when love goes wrong. His music shows how quickly romance can change direction.
Jumbe wants everyone to connect with his music regardless of background. The song gives fans a peek into his personal life through his unique sound. "#Celebu" starts what looks like an exciting music career ahead. The artist, also known as IB the King, transforms pain into art that speaks to universal experiences. His debut serves as the...
First Capital Bank keeps pumping money into local football. They tell reporters their cash helps Nyasa Big Bullets grow stronger. Footballers and fans benefit from the millions spent supporting the team. Bank leaders love showing how much they care about sports development.
Marketing experts claim football runs through their company veins. Players receive cash from sponsorship deals that help everyone succeed. Community members feel connected when banks support local teams. The investment reaches beyond just scoring goals.
Bank representatives promise continued support for Malawian football. Their cash helps create chances for young athletes everywhere. Community connections grow stronger with each sponsored match. People cheer when...
A local bank reached out to help deaf people use banking services better. The National Bank of Malawi welcomed deaf community members from Blantyre to check out how their operation works. They walked through different bank departments to learn about digital services and customer care.
Bank leaders want more deaf people to feel welcome and understand financial options. They hope showing how banking works will help break down communication walls. The deaf group's leaders thanked the bank for giving them a chance to explore and share their experiences.
Deaf community members shared their struggles with understanding bank systems. They explained that communication barriers make it hard to use financial services easily. Bank managers...
A South African court okayed selling Prophet Shepherd Bushiri's fancy jet, worth millions. The Bombardier Challenger 604 has been locked up at Lanseria Airport since Bushiri and his wife skipped town back in 2020. Prosecutors claim they nabbed the aircraft using dirty money and want to cash it out fast.
Bushiri fights back hard against the move. He says Malawi courts have already tossed out similar accusations about his cash shenanigans. The preacher argues he paid back church members after some crooks ran away with their cash. He's crying foul about South African cops trying to squeeze him for megabucks.
The religious leader warns everyone the jet sale looks like pure harassment. He blasted authorities for chasing him instead of...
A local musician faces tragedy after a deadly road incident in the Hopely suburb. Chillmaster revealed he accidentally killed a pedestrian during a car crash on Wednesday. He shared an emotional message explaining the devastating event through social media. Police investigations are currently underway as the musician cooperates fully with authorities.
Chillmaster expressed deep remorse and accepted complete responsibility for the fatal accident. He apologized to supporters and the victim's family without expecting immediate forgiveness. The artist promised to honor the lost life through personal reflection and accountability. He requested privacy for himself and the grieving family during this difficult period.
The musician announced...
Popular Zimbabwean musician Chillmaster might spend life behind bars after his car hit and killed someone in Harare's Hopely area. The star, whose real name is Gift Kudakwashe Hombarume, reportedly failed to show police his driver's license when they arrived at the crash scene. This has raised questions about whether he was legally allowed to drive at all. The famous Horror singer would have faced serious trouble if he had broken the road rules when the deadly accident happened.
Zimbabwean law punishes driving without a license harshly - up to a year in jail plus fines around $300. The bigger danger comes from the death he allegedly caused through negligent driving. The criminal code allows courts to give life sentences for culpable...
