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Ku Mingoli Bash to return with a bang in 2025



By Rahim Abdul

The highly anticipated Ku Mingoli Bash music festival will not take place this year, but organizers Sound Addicts Live are planning a bigger and better event for 2025.

According to marketing manager Ellie Chasowa, the team wants to “strategically regroup following challenges faced in previous years.

” The decision to skip this year’s event is to allow ample time to plan and produce a high-standard event.

The 2025 edition of Ku Mingoli Bash will take place from August 4 to 8 at Cape Maclear in Mangochi, and it will be headlined by Jamaican reggae artist Andrew Tosh.

Andrew Tosh



The son of reggae legend Peter Tosh will be performing in Malawi for the first time.

Andrew Tosh has released seven albums, two albums were nominated for a Grammy Award.

The news of Andrew Tosh’s performance has thrilled reggae fans in Malawi.


Nathan Mhango, a self-proclaimed reggae fan, expressed his excitement, saying, “It was great last year when Burning Spear came. Now that we will have another Jamaican reggae artist is super. We are waiting for him.”

The Ku Mingoli Bash event will include water sports, scuba diving, hiking, and a two-day music festival.

Sound Addicts Live is working with Sound System Club Limited from the United Kingdom to help with more international bookings from Jamaica.


The partnership is expected to bring more exciting acts to Malawi in the future.

Team Malawi ready to shine at AUSC Region 5 Youth Games

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By Rahim Abdul

Team Malawi is gearing up to make a mark at the 11th African Union Sports Council (AUSC) Region 5 Youth Games.

With 165 athletes and 37 officials set to represent the nation, the stakes are high, and the expectations are grand.

The team has been honing their skills at a pre-departure camp, fine-tuning their strategies and building their strength.

The AUSC Region 5 Youth Games, themed “Own the Moment,” is more than just a sporting event – it’s a platform for young athletes to shine, to make their mark, and to inspire their nation.



Team Malawi will compete in 14 sporting disciplines, showcasing their talents in football, basketball, volleyball, and more.

The games set to take place in Windhoek and Swakopmund, Namibia, the team is ready to take on the best of the region.

Kaunda’s K16 million choral music competition reaches climax

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By Rahim Abdul

Mzimba West Member of Parliament and celebrated musician Billy Kaunda has brought the house down with his K16 million choral music competition, which has finally reached its thrilling final stage.

The competition, which kicked off last month, has been a huge success, with choirs from various denominations participating in seven zones across the region.

The zones, including Kapembelwa, Madise, Ezondweni, Mkwangwali, Mtende, Luvwere, and Kafukule, were carefully designed to minimize travel distances for the participating choirs, making it easier for them to showcase their talents.

Billy Kaunda



A panel of judges from the Musicians Union of Malawi has been tasked with evaluating the performances, ensuring professionalism and fairness throughout the competition.

The prizes are worth noting, with first-place winners in each zone receiving a cool K100,000, second-place winners pocketing K80,000, and third-place winners taking home K70,000. The remaining participants will also receive participation amounts ranging from K50,000 downward, depending on their positions.

Kaunda expressed his delight at the competition’s progress, revealing plans to make it an annual event if he retains his parliamentary seat.

“Today marked the final day of the competition, which was organized in zones and included participants from all denominations,” he concluded.

Red Lions take the lead in NBS Bank NDL

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By Rahim Abdul

Red Lions have surged to the top of the NBS Bank National Division League (NDL) table after a 1-0 win over Ntaja United on Sunday at Balaka Stadium.

The victory has given them a 3-point lead, and they’re eyeing a return to the elite TNM Super League.

Red Lions are currently on 15 points, followed by Mitundu Baptist and Bangwe All Stars on 12 points each.



Baka City are also on 12 points, but sit in fourth place due to goal difference.

Other results in the league saw Chintheche United beat Mitundu Baptist 3-1, Chilumba Barracks draw 2-2 with Namitete Zitha, and Bangwe All Stars thrash Mchinji Villa 5-2. Ndirande Stars also won 3-2 against FOMO FC, while Baka City beat Jenda United 2-0.

Red Lions’ coach, Malumbo Mkandawire, praised his team’s win, saying they’re happy to secure all three points and will focus on guarding their lead.

Bangwe All Stars’ coach, Isaac Jomo Osman, expressed satisfaction with their improvement game by game but wasn’t happy with conceding two goals.

The NBS Bank NDL is heating up, with several teams vying for promotion to the TNM Super League.

Red Lions are currently in the driver’s seat, but Bangwe All Stars, Mitundu Baptist, and Baka City are all keeping pace.

Independence concert to electrify Mzuzu

By Rahim Abdul

Mzuzu is set to come alive with music and celebration as Crispy Malawi and Lulu take to the stage at the Independence Day Concert on July 5, 2025.

The concert, marking 61 years of Malawi’s independence, promises to be an unforgettable evening of entertainment, patriotism, and reflection.

Lulu



The concert will feature a diverse lineup of artists, including Crispy Malawi, Lulu, Mathumela Band, Sean Morgan, and several others, representing genres such as hip-hop, dancehall, and afro-pop.

Event organiser Rashid Msosa said the mix of artists was designed to cater to different music tastes and promote national pride across generations.

“We decided to feature these artists to represent different music genres to suit the interests of everyone,” Msosa said.

“The afro artist brings traditional sounds, the hip-hop artist speaks to the youth, and the dancehall artist adds energy and fun.”Msosa added.

The concert will not only be about music but also visual excitement, with a fireworks display planned to light up the sky and a photo booth set up for attendees to capture memories.

Crispy Malawi expressed his excitement to be part of the event, saying it’s not just about entertainment but also a chance for people to reflect on the nation’s achievements and renew their commitment to unity.

The concert is expected to attract large crowds from Mzuzu and surrounding districts, offering a rare moment of collective celebration through entertainment and patriotism.

Organisers have assured attendees of tight security and smooth logistics on the day.