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Ngwira Explains Player Departures as Dedza Dynamos Restructure Squad

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Ngwira Explains Player Departures as Dedza Dynamos Restructure Squad

By Rahim Abdul

Head coach of Goshen City Dedza Dynamos FC, Alex Ngwira, has clarified that the club’s recent decision to release several players was made in agreement with his technical panel as part of a broader strategy to strengthen the squad.

Ngwira disclosed that he communicated his recommendations to the club’s executive immediately after the Castel Challenge Cup final against FCB Nyasa Big Bullets at Bingu National Stadium. The decisions, he said, were informed by a thorough assessment of players’ performance levels and conduct during the previous season.

“We made these decisions to create room for new additions who can improve the overall quality of the squad, especially considering our performance in both league and cup competitions last season,” Ngwira explained.

Alex Ngwira



The coach emphasized that attention has now shifted to recruitment, expressing confidence that the executive will act swiftly to secure the targeted players ahead of the new campaign.

“With the new season set to kick off on April 18, 2026, through the Charity Shield, it is crucial that we bring in the players we have identified as soon as possible,” he said.

Ngwira further stressed the importance of early preparations, noting that integrating new signings into the team setup will be key to achieving better results in the upcoming season.

“We need to regroup with the new players and build cohesion. I trust that the executive is taking the necessary steps to support the technical team,” he added.

Meanwhile, the team is scheduled to regroup on Monday, March 23, 2026, marking the beginning of preparations for the new season.

The coach revealed that the break was intentional, allowing players adequate time to recover after a demanding campaign that extended into February.

“We had a long and competitive season, so it was important to give the players time to rest before returning to training,” Ngwira said.

As the squad reconvenes, the club is also expected to unveil new signings, signaling the start of a new chapter as Dedza Dynamos aim to improve their performance.

Goshen City Dedza Dynamos FC is proudly sponsored by Goshen City under the leadership of Prophet Shepherd Bushiri.

A Bumpy Ride Ahead: DPP gives Road Traffic Police a K25 Billion Revenue Target

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A Bumpy Ride Ahead: DPP gives Road Traffic Police a K25 Billion Revenue Target

By Joe Cholinga

Turbulent period awaits motorists in the country as the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has set a staggering K25 billion revenue target for the Malawi Police Service Road Traffic Department – an outrageous increase from the previous year’s K8 billion.

Minister of Finance Joseph Mwanamveka has described the increase as a necessary response to rampant traffic violations.

Mwanamveka



Justifying the increase, Mwanamveka says the target is necessary because there are a lot of traffic violations on the roads.

“There are many vehicles breaking traffic rules, unroadworthy cars on the roads, and drivers without licences. These must be penalized. In fact, K25 billion is a modest target,” he said.

However,  the directive has unleashed a torrent of concerns. Motorists anticipate more frequent roadblocks, increased scrutiny on driving licenses, and rigorous checks on vehicle fitness and insurance documentation.

“How are they expecting to collect that much?” wondered Thomas Kalibwino, a local taxi driver. “It sounds more like a cash grab than an effort to improve road safety. More roadblocks, more inspections, it’s not going to be good for us.”

Meanwhile, Miriam Banda, a student who commutes daily to school, was anxious about the impending chaos.

“I don’t mind traffic rules, but it feels like it’s all about the money now,” she lamented. “I have seen how desperate some officers become during inspections.”

Dimba expresses dissatisfaction with Namalomba’s reaction

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Dimba expresses dissatisfaction with Namalomba’s reaction

By Dean Chisambo

Malawi Congress Party (MCP) Member of Parliament for Lilongwe Phirilanjuzi constituency, Dimba, has expressed his dissatisfaction with Namalomba’s response regarding the missing boy with albinism in his constituency. Dimba raised the issue in the August House concerning the disappearance of Chipiliro, a person with albinism, who went missing five days ago and has not been found, despite reporting the matter to the police.

“I, as a leader and representative of the people, am very worried about what happened to our brother, and we are anxious about the issue,” Dimba said. The lawmaker stated that his intention was to inform the Speaker and members of Parliament about the serious matter, not to politicize it, as Namalomba had assumed.

Dimba



Dimba described the missing person as an active member of society, having contested primary elections under the MCP ticket during the 2025 polls. He criticized Namalomba’s response as childish and unfortunate, saying he was not aware of who abducted Chipiliro. “I didn’t accuse anybody, including the government, but I was bringing the matter to the attention of the Honorable Minister of Homeland Security and the Speaker of Parliament,” he said.

Dimba added, “I want the government, through the police, to search for the missing person, as it is the government’s responsibility.”

In response, Deputy Leader of the House, Shadreck Namalomba, asked Malawians to join the government in questioning the leadership of MCP about their role in the abduction of people with albinism. “We are wondering, and we have statistics, that when we were in opposition, no single case was registered, but since we are in government, there are issues of missing people with albinism,” Namalomba said.

The Minister of Information accused MCP of being responsible for the abduction and killing of people with albinism. Namalomba later warned that President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika and the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) government will not tolerate such behavior and asked those responsible to stop, as the law will take its course.

Chipiliro comes from Chigonera village, Traditional Authority Masumbankhunda, in Lilongwe district.

Dowa Water Office hails Design Outreach for borehole repairing project

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Dowa Water Office hails Design Outreach for borehole repairing project


By Vincent Gunde

The Dowa District Council’s Water Resources Office, has hailed Design Outreach Technologies for its improved Afridev Centralizer which is called Maxlife Rod Centralizer, the project which will see many boreholes in the district lasts long with little maintenances.

The Council’s Assistant Water Resources Officer Geoffrey Perekamoyo, said Design Outreach Technologies has come with a new initiative which when fitting to the rod, it can take two to three years without maintenance of boreholes as compared to the previous fittings.

Perekamoyo said the Maxlife Rod Centralizer has a complex plastic designed to float in the borehole Rod pipes making water to be passing out easily.

Hafez Jamal-We are repairing 400 boreholes in one district.



He said the initiative is good to the communities involved in Bank pa mjigo that they will be taking long to buy materials for maintenance which previously they used to buy frequently.

The officer said the council has received the initiative describing it as timely coming at a time when most of the boreholes in the district have been abandoned due to maintenance materials problems.

” Communities in Bank pa mjigo will be saving money in their accounting books as the initiative will be taking long to be brocken,” said Perekamoyo.

Speaking when presenting the project to the District Coordinating Team (DCT) in Dowa, Design Outreach Technologies Operation Manager Hafez Jamal, said Maxlife Rod Centralizer is a new initiative to borehole repairing, saying it is durable and can last for three years.

Jamal said Design Outreach Technologies has come to Dowa district to repair 400 boreholes expecting a good outcome from the communities to benefit with the new initiative.

He said the project is being implemented in the two districts of Dedza and Lilongwe and now it has come to Dowa expressing optimistic that the project will be beneficial to all borehole users in the district.

” This project will be a relief on the burdens the communities are facing in borehole repairing,’ said Jamal.

He said Design Outreach Technologies is not new in Dowa district saying they have been implementing a similar initiative at the Dzaleka Refugee Camp for years piloting it.

Jamal expressed hope that the initiative will be rolled out in all districts across the country saying they are repairing 400 boreholes in each district and they have started with Dedza and Lilongwe.

Honoring a champion of girls’ education: Chief Theresa Kachindamoto’s enduring legacy

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Honoring a champion of girls’ education: Chief Theresa Kachindamoto’s enduring legacy



By Burnett Munthali

In a heartfelt tribute, Miss Malawi has taken to social media to honor the legacy of the late Chief Theresa Kachindamoto, a trailblazing leader who dedicated her life to fighting against early marriages and promoting girls’ education in Malawi.

Chief Kachindamoto’s unwavering commitment to improving the lives of girls and women in her community has left an indelible mark on the country, inspiring countless others to follow in her footsteps.

Her tireless efforts to promote girls’ education and eradicate early marriages have been a beacon of hope for many, and her legacy continues to inspire and motivate.

The Late Theresa Kachindamoto



The impact of Chief Kachindamoto’s work extends far beyond her own community, serving as a powerful reminder of the difference one person can make in the lives of others.

As the world celebrates Women’s Month, it’s fitting to reflect on her remarkable achievements, which have paved the way for future generations of women leaders.

As Miss Malawi noted, if one woman could achieve so much alone, imagine what a woman-led project could accomplish.

The potential for growth and development is vast, and it’s up to us to harness the energy and momentum generated by Chief Kachindamoto’s remarkable life.

Chief Kachindamoto’s fight against early marriages and her efforts to improve girl child education have created a ripple effect, inspiring a new generation of women leaders and activists to take up the mantle.

Her legacy will continue to shape the future of Malawi, a shining example of the power of courage and determination.

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