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Chaponda wants Zamba, Hara, Kamtukule resign over dubious oil deals,Likoma Island sale

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Chaponda wants Zamba, Hara, Kamtukule resign over dubious oil deals,Likoma Island sale


By Chisomo Phiri

Leader of Opposition in Parliament, George Chaponda, has called for the resignation of the Secretary to the Office of the President and Cabinet,Colleen Zamba, as well as the Ministers of Transport and Public Works, Jacob Hara, and Tourism, Vera Kamtukule,over revelations of dubious oil deals involving the SPC and the Ministry of Transport, and the alleged sale of part of Likoma Island to some investors.

Chaponda



According to Chaponda, the money involved in the planned fuel deal, intended to defraud the government, is substantial and could have been used to improve service delivery in the health sector and settle pensioners’ dues, who have been waiting for their retirement benefits for years.

He has called on President Lazarus Chakwera to act swiftly on these two issues and show seriousness by firing the three should they fail to resign

Additionally, Chaponda has urged Malawians to rise up and demand accountability from their leaders at all times.

Don’t bring confusion in our party – Usi tells UTM outsiders

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Don’t bring confusion in our party – Usi tells UTM outsiders



By Chisomo Phiri

United Transformation Movement (UTM) president, who is also the country’s Vice President,Dr.Michael Usi, has called on people outside the party to avoid bringing confusion into the party.

Speaking to the party followers at Kauma ground in Lilongwe on Sunday, Usi said UTM leaders are in a good working relationship and they have all it takes to be united and ensure that the party grows.

Usi, who was appointed State Vice-President after the death of Saulos Klaus Chilima, said his appointment is a blessing from God, stressing that anyone who is not happy with that should ask God.

He pointed out that he wants to see UTM grow stronger every day.

Usi



The UTM President emphasized that he has great respect for former vice-president late Saulos Chilima, who was also until his death president of UTM.

He said he is carrying Chilima’s legacy and he will do whatever it takes to ensure that Chilima is remembered forever.

Usi therefore,cautioned UTM followers against changing the face of UTM, saying the face of UTM remains Chilima, and all party materials should have Chilima’s face.

To live by example,he vowed that he will always wear UTM attire with the SKC label.

NOCMA CEO clarifies fuel deals

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NOCMA CEO clarifies fuel deals

By Chisomo Phiri

National Oil Company of Malawi (NOCMA) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Clement Kanyama has clarified that no financial transactions have been made for the two controversial fuel deals.

The deals involve importing 100,000 metric tons of fuel from Sheikh Saud Bin Alqasimi of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and 40,000 metric tons from G.E.T. Global.

Speaking at a press briefing in Lilongwe on Sunday,Kanyama ensured that NOCMA is following the proper procedures to avoid any confusion.

Clement Kanyama

He also mentioned that the Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets Authority(PPDA) denied the No Objection for the UAE deal.

Kanyama said:”We are yet to receive a license from Mera and sign a hospitality agreement for the Ministry of Transport and Public Works and G.E.T. Global contract, which is on concessionary terms.

“We have not conducted verification work with entities storing the product, including obtaining confirmation on the bank accounts that will receive payments for onward processing to the supplier.”

Government through Ministry of Transport and NOCMA is being accused in the manner  it is handling these proposed fuel deals with some quarters arguing some critical public procurement  requirements were not followed.

Onesimus grabs two Zikomo Africa Awards 2024 nominations

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Onesimus grabs two Zikomo Africa Awards 2024 nominations

By Chisomo Phiri

Multi-award-winning Afro-Pop sensation Onesimus has earned two nominations in the Zikomo Africa Awards 2024.

The singer has been nominated in the categories of Best Zikomo Artist of the Year and Best Zikomo Song of the Year for his hit song “Controller”.

Meanwhile,his manager, Tonderai Banda,has expressed his delight,saying he is thrilled to see Onesimus’ hard work paying off and is confident that he will continue to receive international recognition.

Onesimus



Banda has also announced that Onesimus will be performing in Israel on October 17 this year, giving his fans the opportunity to see him live and in person.

The Zikomo Africa Awards, scheduled for November this year, celebrate individuals and organizations who are excelling in various industries.

New lease of life: Former Mayor  Richard Banda handovers K3Million water project in Area 23

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New lease of life: Former Mayor  Richard Banda handovers K3Million water project in Area 23

By Linda Kwanjana

Former Lilongwe City Council Mayor who is currently an aspiring member of Parliament for Lilongwe Mlodza Constituency Councillor Richard Banda on Sunday handed over a K3 Million borehole project which he embarked using funds from personal initiative.

Speaking during the handover ceremony Banda said he thought it wise to embark on the water project after receiving reports from chiefs on challenges the community was facing to access water.

Banda


He said he was fully briefed by the chiefs on challenges which the community has been faving since 2014.

In this regard , the Former Mayor urged the community to take care of the borehole.

On his part , Blockleader Phwetekere said his subjects have already formed a committee to take care of the project.

Also speaking , Constituency chair , Hardwell Kachibekete commnded the Former Mayor for the initiative.

Kachibekete urged people in the area to support Richard Banda so that he is able to be voted as Member of Parliament during the forthcoming elections.

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