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Indian diaspora honored: Krishna Savjan felicitated for prestigious award

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Indian diaspora honored: Krishna Savjan felicitated for prestigious award

By Jones Gadama

The High Commission of India in Malawi hosted a felicitation ceremony in honor of Shri Krishna Savjan, a renowned lawyer and Indian national, for being conferred the prestigious Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award 2025.

This award is India’s highest honor recognizing the contributions and achievements of the Indian diaspora.

The ceremony, held at the Amaryllis Hotel in Blantyre, was attended by prominent figures, including Fiona Ritchie, British High Commissioner to Malawi; Dr. George Chaponda, Leader of Opposition in Parliament; Mary Kachale, Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; and former Ministers of Finance Joseph Mwanamvekha and Felix Mlusu.



Indian High Commissioner to Malawi, Shri S. Gopalakrishnan, was the guest of honor.

Shri Krishna Savjan’s contributions to Malawi’s development in various fields, including law and business, have earned him this esteemed recognition.

The Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award is a testament to his dedication and commitment to the community.

The award is conferred by the President of India in a valedictory ceremony held in conjunction with the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention.

This convention is held biennially, and a maximum of 30 Persons of Indian Origin are conferred this award after a rigorous selection process.

The ceremony served as a platform for Malawian leaders to acknowledge Savjan’s achievements and the impact of his work on the country’s development.

It also highlighted the strong ties between India and Malawi, with the Indian government recognizing and rewarding outstanding contributions of its diaspora.

Mary Navicha leads condolences for former parliamentarian Joyce Chitsulo

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Mary Navicha leads condolences for former parliamentarian Joyce Chitsulo



By Jones Gadama

Thyolo Thava Member of Parliament, Hon. Mary Navicha, has described the passing of Mwanza West MP Joyce Chitsulo as a significant loss to Malawi, particularly in women’s circles.

Chitsulo died on June 6 after collapsing at her house and was pronounced dead at Kamuzu Central Hospital.

According to Navicha, Chitsulo’s demise is felt beyond the political realm, as the two shared moments of faith and camaraderie. “Joy, other than politics, was also busy praying together with her fellow SDA women,” Navicha said, recalling a wonderful time they had together at Malamulo SDA Church on Women’s Day.

Navicha and the late Chitsulo


Navicha called on every woman to rally behind the Chitsulo family during this difficult time, acknowledging the late MP’s dedication to her work and her community.

Chitsulo’s recent activities included joining Malawi Congress Party members in Mzuzu to commemorate the life of Malawi’s first president, Kamuzu Banda, on May 14, where she was involved in a minor car accident.

As news of Chitsulo’s passing spreads, Malawians are reflecting on her contributions to the country’s development.

Born out of a political family and having served her constituency, Chitsulo leaves behind a legacy that will be remembered for years to come.

Mary Navicha, known for her leadership roles within the Democratic Progressive Party, including serving as the party’s Director of Women and former Deputy Chief Whip, emphasized the impact of Chitsulo’s passing on women in Malawi.

Malawi,Mozambique sign 3 agreements to boost cooperation

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Malawi,Mozambique sign 3 agreements to boost cooperation

By Chisomo Phiri

Malawi and Mozambique on Thursday signed three agreements to enhance the movement of people and goods between the two neighboring countries.

The agreements, signed after bilateral talks between President Lazarus Chakwera and Mozambican President Daniel Chapo, include the establishment of a One Stop Border Post, implementation of digital systems, and introduction of direct flights between the two countries.

Chalo and Chakwera



In an interview with journalists,Minister of Foreign Affairs Nancy Tembo revealed that the agreements aim to simplify travel and trade between Malawi and Mozambique.

Tembo highlighted the challenges posed by the current lack of direct flights, which force travelers to take connecting flights through South Africa and Zambia.

She said the new direct flights will greatly ease travel between the two nations.

President Chapo who is in the country is expected to engage in several activities, including a tour of the Parliament Building, a visit to the Kamuzu Mausoleum, and a lunch meeting with Malawian business leaders.

SMEDI,SATC collaborate to remove trade barriers

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SMEDI,SATC collaborate to remove trade barriers

By Chisomo Phiri

The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Institute (SMEDI) and Southern Africa Trade and Connectivity (SATC) are optimistic about Malawi’s potential to boost its export base by empowering small business owners with value addition skills and quality product production.

Speaking to journalists in Mwanza on Thursday,SMEDI Training Manager Francis Mwamadi,said the organization is currently conducting trainings in Phalombe, Mwanza, and Neno to strengthen small-scale business operators’ capacity to export goods to neighboring countries, particularly Mozambique and Zambia.

Francis Mwamadi



Mwamadi said the trainings aim to equip small businesses with the ability to produce quality goods that meet export standards.

He emphasized that the focus is on small businesses with export potential, highlighting the importance of building a strong export base for Malawi’s economic growth.

On his part,(SATC) Communications Specialist Joab Chakhaza revealed that revenue authorities and bureau of standards from Malawi, Mozambique, and Zambia are collaborating to remove cross-border trade barriers.

He said the initiative is part of a World Bank-funded project that has allocated K390 million to SMEDI to provide trainings to export-potential small and medium enterprises in 15 districts along the Beira and Nacala Corridor and border districts.

Promotion excites FDH Bank, customers

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Promotion excites FDH Bank, customers

By Linda Kwanjana

FDH Bank Plc says the Vaa Vroom Promotion has received tremendous support from customers as excitement builds for the Grand Prizes of two VW Golf 7 GTI vehicles.

FDH Bank Plc Senior Manager for Digital Sales, Yamikani Mbawala, said the promotion has excited most customers who regularly transact of the bank’s POS machines and the Bank’s mobile banking facility, FDH Mobile.



“The Vaa Vroom Promotion is giving a chance to two people to win the grand prize of a VW Golf 7 GTI or K100 000 to 50 people per month,” said Mbawala.

“The grand prizes are very exciting to people as most grand prizes usually go to one person, but this is an opportunity for two people to win a VW Golf 7 GTI each,” he added

Mbawala added that the bank is committed to offering customers excellent banking experience and innovative digital solutions.

The promotion runs from 11 February 2024 to 31 July 2025.

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