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MCP UK Wing holds a successful dinner dance in Nottingham- raises funds for Cholera Victims

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MCP UK Wing holds a successful dinner dance in Nottingham- raises funds for Cholera Victims

By Staff Reporter

The Malawi Congress Party Diaspora Network had a successful get together dinner dance organised by the UK Wing in the city of Nottingham last Saturday. The event that saw Malawians and people of other nationalities joining in was organised to bring Malawians together as well as fundraise towards those suffering from the cholera outbreak in Malawi.

The event dubbed “Red Carpet Dinner Dance” took place at Mour Hotel in Nottingham. In her opening remarks, the Director of MCP UK wing Thoko Patterson thanked   all the people that responded to the call to participate in the dinner dance. She said it was exciting to see Malawians coming together to showcase the unity, togetherness and love that exist between Malawians.

Her remarks were echoed by the MCPDN Global Secretary General Mphatso Mainala who in his speech, called on the participants to get more involved with the work of MCP Diaspora. He highlighted that MCP diaspora is available for all Malawians that are serious about seeing our country develop and are keen to participate in the path towards making Malawi better

The Dinner dance, which had Pastor Chance Munthali as the Master of ceremonies saw other entertainment activities that included performances from Musicians Wiza Kaunda . Mo Lungu  and Nic Thindwa.

There was also an auction that was done to raise funds for victims of the cholera outbreak in Malawi. Led by Nic Thindwa and his co presenter Connex Banda, the auction saw t-shirts being sold to participants on a bidding price.

Also making a speech at the event was MCPDN Global Chairperson, Chalo Mvula. Mvula focused on encouraging members of the diaspora to do more for Malawi in being ambassadors for the promotion of Malawi Tourism and the use of local networks to attract foreign Direct investments for the country

There was also a special guest from the Malawi High Commission Rev Mcdonald Sembereka who in his speech reiterated the role of the embassy to cater for all Malawians in the UK. He urged the people that the embassy is open and anyone who has issues or want more information can always contact the embassy.

Former FAM General Secretary Kamphinda Banda No more

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Former FAM General Secretary Kamphinda Banda No more

By Staff Reporter

Death has been announced of former Football Association of Malawi General Secretary Chris Kamphinda Banda.

His nephew Francis Kadzakalowa confirmed the development saying Kamphinda Banda died at the Queens Elizabeth Central hospital on Tuesday morning after a short illness.

According to Kadzakalowa the body of Kamphinda Banda will be collected from College of Medicine Mortuary on Wednesday for burial in his home Village in Salima on Thursday.

He served as FAM GS for four years between 2000 and 2004 . He later on joined the Super League of Malawi as General Secretary until 2007.

FAM President Walter Nyamilandu Manda led the football fraternity in mourning Kamphinda Banda whom he described as a loyal servant of the game.

“He was a very humble and hardworking gentleman. He was one of the first people I worked with when I became FAM President. I learnt a lot from him about FAM and football in general. His death is a big blow to Malawi football.

Kamphinda Banda ,far right



“In this sorrowful time, we would like to extend to Kamphinda Banda family our heartfelt condolences. On behalf of the members of the Malawi football community, I hope that, in some way, our words of support may help bring a little bit of peace and solace in this time of sadness. May the Lord be our comfort in this trying time,” said Nyamilandu Manda.

British Royal Family member to visit Malawi

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British Royal Family member to visit Malawi

By staff Reporter

The UK government has announced that Her Royal Highness Sophie,The Countess of Wessex GCVO will visit Malawi from 12 to 14 October. The Countess of Wessex is married to Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, the youngest brother of King Charles III

Sophie, The Countess of Wessex with the late Queen Elizabeth

She will be visiting Malawi as Global Ambassador for the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB), She is scheduled to celebrate with the Malawian Government and partners, the huge steps taken over the last decade to eliminate the infectious eye disease trachoma.

The Countess will visit Salima District to see first-hand how the national trachoma elimination programme has benefited the lives of the people of Malawi, and to appreciate how the Ministry of Health and their partners have worked at the district level to implement the interventions required to stop the spread of trachoma. She will also take part in activities to mark World Sight Day in Malawi on 13 October.

Shewill also visit Kamuzu Central Hospital in Lilongwe to appreciate the work of the ophthalmology department in tackling blindness as well as seeing how other UK Aid-funded programmes, including the oxygen plant that was built in 2020 as part of the Covid-19 response, helped save lives at the height of #COVID19 pandemic.

On behalf of the British Royal Family and as the former Vice President of the Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Trust, the Countess will also meet His Excellency President Lazarus Chakwera.

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TNM Super League: Bullets, Silver draw 2-2 as Blue Eagles drop three points in Mzuzu

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TNM Super League: Bullets, Silver draw 2-2 as Blue Eagles drop three points in Mzuzu


By Staff Reporter


Nyasa Big Bullets came away with a point but failed to secure the victory they needed to increase their lead in the TNM Super League as they gave away the lead twice in an attritional 2-2 draw against Silver Strikers played at Bingu National Stadium on Sunday.

The central bankers played very well and controlled the match in both halves but it was the visitors who scored first just two minutes into the game through Anthony Mfune’s powerful strike.

After missing several scoring opportunities in the first half, Silver equalised from the penalty spot just a minute in the second half after Bullets’ defender Blessings Mpokera committed a foul on Patrick Macheso in the penalty box.



Bullets restored the lead three minutes later through Patrick Mwaungulu’s long-range shot which proved to be too strong for Silver’s goalkeeper Charles Thom.

Patrick Macheso levelled the scores for the central bankers again in the 66th minute with a cool finish after receiving a pass from Stain Davie.

Tempers flared towards the end of match as Silver Strikers’ Innocent Shema was red carded after he deliberately kicked Anthony Mfune, just three minutes before the end of the match. Nyasa Big Bullets’ official, James Chilapondwa was also shown a red card for attacking a match official.

In other matches played on Sunday, Blue Eagles dropped three points as they were beaten 1-nil by Ekwendeni Hammers at Mzuzu Stadium. Chawanangwa Gumbo scored the only goal of the match.

Elsewhere, Kasungu based TN Stars came from behind to beat Mafco FC 2-1 in a match played at Kasungu Stadium. Sammy Phiri claimed a brace while Tonny Mbulu scored Mafco’s consolation.

In Dedza, Dedza Dynamos and Moyale Barracks played out to a 1-all draw with Clement Nyondo and Raphael Phiri scoring for Dedza and Moyale respectively.

Karonga United ended their miserable trip in the Southern region with a 1-all draw against Tigers FC at Mpira Stadium. George Chaomba scored for Tigers while Richard Mbuna scored for Ingwina who lost 1-nil against Sable Farming on Saturday.

With Sunday’s results, Bullets remain at the summit with 57 points followed by Blue Eagles who have so far accumulated 49 points from 23 games just like the People’s team.

Kamuzu Barracks are on third position with 48 points from 25 games followed by Mighty Mukuru Wanderers who have 41 points after playing 22 games.

Babatunde Adepoju of Nyasa Big Bullets, Silver Strikers’ Chawanangwa Kaonga and Raphael Phiri of Moyale Barracks are the current leading scorers with 12 goals.

Presidential Charity Golf Tournament Initiative raises K280 Million

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Presidential Charity Golf Tournament Initiative raises K280 Million



By Kondanani Chilimunthaka

President Lazarus Chakwera’ Golf Tournament Initiative towards supporting needy and deserving students in various tertiary institutions in the country has been officially launched on Saturday, October 8,2022 at Lilongwe Golf Club in the capital Lilongwe.

The charity tournament which was initially estimated to raise K200 million has so far received overwhelming support, and has thus far hit K280 million to the delight of President Chakwera.

Writing on his official page on Facebook, President Lazarus Chakwera said; “My sincere gratitude to the golfing community in Malawi for your support towards the Presidential Charity Initiative. The inaugural golf tourney was awesome. K280 million raised thus far.”



But speaking during the launch at Golf Club, President Chakwera congratulated all winners of the inaugural tournament.

“Notwithstanding, the most important thing to remember is that there is a sense in which you are all winners today, because this is not just an ordinary tournament, but a tournament with a noble and national cause. By simply participating in this event, you have won hundreds of millions of kwacha for charity.

Your contribution to this cause has won shelter for Malawians who lost their homes to the devastating cyclones that ravaged large parts of our country. Your contribution to this cause has won meals for desperate individuals whose fields were destroyed by drought or flooding.

Your contribution to this cause has won tuition and upkeep for hundreds of needy students in our universities.

These victories are greater than winning any trophy, for they are victories for the nation and others, not for self.” Added President Chakwera.

The initiative according to President Chakwera is aiming at raising funds to support needy and deserving students in various tertiary institutions for attainment of quality education, and also to support citizens who have been affected by natural disasters over the past couple of years.

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