The Masintha CCAP community in Lilongwe is in mourning following the sudden passing of Mr. B Chisale, a dedicated member of the men’s choir, who collapsed and died during a worship service.
Chisale’s death has sent shockwaves through the community, with many expressing their condolences and shock at the unexpected loss.
He was a respected and active member of the church, known for his dedication to his faith and his service to others.
According to reports, Chisale was singing with the choir when he suddenly collapsed, and despite efforts to revive him, he was pronounced dead.
Masintha Madala Choir practicing
The incident has left a void in the lives of his family, friends, and fellow church members.
The church has announced plans for a memorial service, which will be attended by friends, family, and fellow church leaders.
The community is remembering Chisale’s life and legacy, and celebrating his contributions to the church and the wider community.
May his soul rest in peace, and may his legacy inspire others to continue his work in the community.
A suspect involved in the shooting incident at the high profile White House Correspondents’ Dinner has been identified by police as Allen.
Authorities say the suspect is from Torrance, California and is believed to have been among guests staying at the Washington Hilton, the venue hosting the prestigious gathering of journalists, politicians and celebrities.
According to investigators, Allen’s presence at the hotel may have enabled him to access areas close to the event before the shooting incident unfolded, raising fresh concerns about internal security screening at major national functions.
Suspect apprehended
The shooting triggered panic at the venue, with security personnel and law enforcement officers swiftly moving in to contain the situation and secure all attendees.
In the immediate aftermath, Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance and other senior government officials were quickly evacuated from the scene as a precautionary measure.
Officials have since confirmed that the President, Vice President and all Cabinet members are safe and unharmed following the incident.
Police believe the suspect may have acted alone, though investigations are still ongoing to establish the motive behind the attack and whether there were any accomplices involved.
The annual dinner, known for bringing together key figures in politics and the media, was disrupted as security agencies took control of the situation and began detailed investigations.
Authorities are continuing to gather evidence and question witnesses with more information expected to be released as the case develops.
The incident has sparked renewed debate over security arrangements at major political events in the United States, particularly those attended by top national leaders.
FDH Bank Plc has taken a dramatic step in Malawi’s football landscape by suspending all its sports related sponsorships, citing serious concerns over governance wrangles that disrupted the launch of the 2026 FDH Bank Premiership season.
In a press statement released on April 26, 2026, FDH Bank Plc the main sponsor of the top-flight league and the Malawi National Football Team expressed “deep concern and disappointment” over the events that unfolded at Kamuzu Stadium during the planned season opener on Saturday.
The bank pointed to an ongoing impasse between the Super League of Malawi (SULOM) and the Football Association of Malawi (FAM) as the root cause of the disruption, warning that such conflicts are damaging not only to the game but also to corporate partnerships.
According to the statement, the standoff has undermined the commercial viability of FDH Bank’s involvement in football and negatively affected its brand image, prompting immediate action.
“As a result, FDH Bank Plc has suspended all sports-related sponsorships and activities pending a comprehensive review,” reads part of the statement.
The bank further indicated that the review process will assess whether its partnerships align with its brand values and expectations, and will guide the next course of action.
This development sends shockwaves across Malawi’s football fraternity, where FDH Bank has been a key financial backbone, supporting both club and national team activities.
The suspension raises uncertainty over the future of the FDH Bank Premiership, which had just kicked off amid high expectations from fans and stakeholders.
Football analysts Enock Banda said the decision should serve as a wake up call to football authorities to resolve their differences and restore order in the game’s administration.
Supporters, who had turned up in large numbers anticipating the season opener, were left frustrated by the confusion, with many now fearing the broader impact of the sponsorship freeze.
As the situation unfolds, attention now shifts to SULOM and FAM to find common ground and safeguard the future of football in Malawi before more damage is done.
The Super League of Malawi (SULOM) has confirmed that FDH Bank Premiership matches will go ahead today across all venues, brushing aside uncertainty that surrounded the competition’s kickoff.
This development comes barely a day after FDH Bank Plc announced a temporary suspension of its sponsorship, following confusion that disrupted the official launch of the league.
Williams. Banda
The setback was linked to disagreements over the use of Kamuzu Stadium in Blantyre, which failed to host the scheduled opening fixture due to unresolved issues.
Despite the turbulence, SULOM General Secretary Williams Banda has assured the public that all planned matches will be fulfilled as scheduled.
According to Banda, the league cannot afford further delays, emphasizing the need to maintain momentum and restore confidence among fans and stakeholders.
Today’s fixtures will see Blue Eagles FC taking on Ekhaya FC at Civo Stadium in Lilongwe. At Champion Stadium in Mponela, MAFCO FC will face Mitundu Baptist FC in what promises to be a competitive encounter.
In the Eastern Region, Red Lions FC are set to battle Creck Sporting Club at Zomba Stadium.
Meanwhile, in the capital Lilongwe, Masters Security FC will host Chitipa United FC at Bingu National Stadium.The decision to proceed with the matches signals SULOM’s determination to keep the league running, even as discussions continue behind the scenes to resolve the sponsorship impasse.
Football followers across the country will now be watching closely to see how the situation unfolds, particularly whether the sponsor will return and how authorities will handle stadium related disputes moving forward.
Community leaders in Chikwawa District have expressed confidence in Press Cane’s recovery efforts following the January effluent spill and welcomed the company’s expanded investments aimed at boosting local economic opportunities.
The remarks were made during a community engagement meeting between Press Cane and the community that brought together traditional authorities, group village heads, and other community representatives who toured company operational sites to assess environmental rehabilitation works, improvements to the pond system, and ongoing expansion projects.
The meeting provided an update on environmental rehabilitation measures, operational safety improvements, and future development plans.
Speaking at the meeting on Wednesday at the company premises at Dyeratu in Chikwawa, Senior Chief Maseya said communities were satisfied with the progress made in addressing the environmental incident and strengthening safety systems.
“We are happy, and we have seen for ourselves that most of the issues have been addressed such as the maintenance of ponds.” he said.
He added that continued collaboration between Press Cane and local communities remains important in ensuring that development projects deliver tangible benefits to residents.
“We appreciate this engagement and hope the good relationship between Press Cane and the communities continues. If this cooperation continues alongside planned developments, communities will benefit greatly,” he said.
Press Cane Limited Chief Executive Officer Bryson Mkhomaanthu said the meeting demonstrated growing trust between the company and surrounding communities, following updates on recovery work and new investments.
He said the engagement was part of ongoing efforts to demonstrate accountability and share progress made since the January incident.
“We have shown them what we have done since the incident in January up to now. They are satisfied and convinced that we have put in enormous effort to ensure such an incident becomes a thing of the past,” said Mkhomaanthu in an interview after the meeting.
He added that Press Cane has gone beyond rehabilitation work and is now investing in long-term environmental and industrial solutions, including waste-to-value technologies that will convert industrial by-products into biogas, bio-fertiliser, and carbon dioxide.
“These initiatives will not only improve environmental management but also create new value from waste,” he said.
Mkhomaanthu also announced plans for the construction of a new sugarcane crushing plant, which is expected to increase ethanol production capacity from 15 million litres to 27 million litres per year upon completion.
He said the expansion will significantly benefit local farmers, with most of the sugarcane expected to be sourced from surrounding communities.
“We need them as a community because most of the sugarcane will be produced by them as farmers and they have a ready market here at Press Cane,” he said.
One of the community leaders, Lovemore Jambo, also commended PressCane for the engagement meeting and urged continued cooperation between the company and surrounding communities to sustain progress and shared benefits.
“We are happy that today we had an engagement with Press Cane. It was a productive dialogue,” he said.
