Minister of Information and Digitilisation Moses Kunkuyu and Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Director of Youth Norman Chisale have called for peace and harmony in the country ahead of the September 16 general elections .
Speaking during a peaceful march organized by the Rastafarian community in Blantyre on Tuesday,the two leaders emphasized that violence has no place in a democratic nation.
Kunkuyu and Chisale in Blantyre
They urged citizens to prioritize peace and stability, noting that violence would only undermine the country’s progress.
On her part,empress Chisomo of the Nyabingi National Council of Malawi also spoke at the event, emphasizing that politics should not divide the country.
She noted that the use of violence would be counterproductive and that peace should be maintained before, during, and after elections.
National Initiative for Civic Education (NICE) Trust Programmes Officer for Blantyre district, Glory Ngosi Maulidi, hailed the march as it spread the message of peace and unity in the lead-up to the general elections.
In a heartwarming display of corporate social responsibility, Capital Oil Refining Industries (Cori) through its Kukoma Cooking Oil brand has come to the rescue of Malawi’s national kickboxing heavyweight champion, Jimmy Katsoka.
The company has provided Katsoka with K1 million to support his participation in the Africa Day Kickboxing Championship scheduled for this Saturday in Harare, Zimbabwe.
Katsoka, who recently turned professional, had initially appealed for K500,000 to cover his trip expenses.
However, Cori’s operations manager, Moshin Sheikh, decided to double the amount to ensure the athlete’s comfort during the tournament.
Speaking during the cheque presentation in Blantyre, Sheikh emphasized the company’s commitment to changing lives and contributing to sports development in Malawi.
“We believe in supporting talented individuals like Jimmy Katsoka, and we’re confident that our contribution will make a significant difference in his performance,” Sheikh said.
He added that Cori is prepared to offer further support if Katsoka emerges victorious against his Zimbabwean opponent, Royal Dengezi.
Katsoka expressed his gratitude to Cori for the timely support, promising to do his best to make Malawi proud.
“I’m deeply touched by Cori’s generosity, and I assure them that I will put in my best effort to bring honor to our country,” Katsoka said.
This gesture by Cori highlights the importance of corporate support in promoting sports development in Malawi.
Many athletes face financial constraints that hinder their participation in international competitions.
By bailing out Katsoka, Cori has not only enabled him to participate in the championship but has also sent a strong message about the value of investing in sports talent.
As Katsoka prepares to face off against Dengezi, Malawians are eagerly awaiting the outcome, hoping that their national champion will bring glory to the country.
With Cori’s support, Katsoka is well-equipped to take on the challenge and make a mark in the Africa Day Kickboxing Championship.
The partnership between Cori and Katsoka is a testament to the power of collaboration between the private sector and sports personalities in driving national development and pride.
In a heartwarming display of corporate social responsibility, Capital Oil Refining Industries (Cori) through its Kukoma Cooking Oil brand has come to the rescue of Malawi’s national kickboxing heavyweight champion, Jimmy Katsoka.
The company has provided Katsoka with K1 million to support his participation in the Africa Day Kickboxing Championship scheduled for this Saturday in Harare, Zimbabwe.
Katsoka, who recently turned professional, had initially appealed for K500,000 to cover his trip expenses.
However, Cori’s operations manager, Moshin Sheikh, decided to double the amount to ensure the athlete’s comfort during the tournament.
Speaking during the cheque presentation in Blantyre, Sheikh emphasized the company’s commitment to changing lives and contributing to sports development in Malawi.
“We believe in supporting talented individuals like Jimmy Katsoka, and we’re confident that our contribution will make a significant difference in his performance,” Sheikh said.
He added that Cori is prepared to offer further support if Katsoka emerges victorious against his Zimbabwean opponent, Royal Dengezi.
Katsoka expressed his gratitude to Cori for the timely support, promising to do his best to make Malawi proud.
“I’m deeply touched by Cori’s generosity, and I assure them that I will put in my best effort to bring honor to our country,” Katsoka said.
This gesture by Cori highlights the importance of corporate support in promoting sports development in Malawi.
Many athletes face financial constraints that hinder their participation in international competitions.
By bailing out Katsoka, Cori has not only enabled him to participate in the championship but has also sent a strong message about the value of investing in sports talent.
As Katsoka prepares to face off against Dengezi, Malawians are eagerly awaiting the outcome, hoping that their national champion will bring glory to the country.
With Cori’s support, Katsoka is well-equipped to take on the challenge and make a mark in the Africa Day Kickboxing Championship.
The partnership between Cori and Katsoka is a testament to the power of collaboration between the private sector and sports personalities in driving national development and pride.
The organizers of the Kabula Festival have announced that preparations are at an advanced stage, with international artists Sun-El Musician and Prince Kaybee confirming their participation.
The festival is scheduled to take place on June 6 and 7 at Echo’s Park in Chileka Township, Blantyre.
According to the event’s creative director, Prince Chikweba, the festival promises a unique beach-style experience with a diverse lineup of over 36 local and international artists in music, poetry, fashion, and cultural dances.
Prince Chikweba
Local artists set to perform include Zeze Kingston, Theresa Phondo, Praise Umali, Fada MOTi, Mazani, Maggie Kadrum, Eric Paliani, and poet Q Malewezi.
The festival aims to attract over 1,000 art lovers, with organizers ensuring that surrounding communities also benefit from the event.
Project manager Desire Mtosa emphasized that security will be tight at the festival, prioritizing the safety of patrons and artists.
The Kabula Festival is shaping up to be a major event in Malawi’s arts and culture scene.
The Alliance for Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) on Wednesday launched a K6.3 billion project aimed at improving the soya bean and groundnut value chains in the country.
The four-year project, known as the Malawi Agricultural Cluster Initiative (MACI), is funded by the Norwegian government and will be piloted in Lilongwe and Kasungu before being scaled up to other districts.
Eluphy Banda Nyirenda
In an interview with journalists,AGRA Country Director Eluphy Banda Nyirenda highlighted the need for the project, citing low production and market challenges faced by farmers.
“Our goal is to increase productivity from below 0.8 metric tonnes per hectare to 2 metric tonnes per hectare, similar to countries like Egypt and Tanzania,” she said.
Nyirenda explained that the project will promote coordination among stakeholders to address challenges in the value chains, including access to quality seeds, agronomic practices, post-harvest losses, and structured markets.
She emphasized the potential of the two crops to boost the country’s foreign exchange reserves if yields are increased.
On his part,Ministry of Agriculture Deputy Director of Agriculture Extension Services Kenneth Chaula welcomed the project and pledged government support for its effective implementation.
“Farmers need to benefit from these value chains, and we will ensure that the necessary support is provided,”said Chaula.
The project is expected to have a significant impact on the livelihoods of farmers and the agricultural sector as a whole.
