The Southern Region Football Association (SRFA) successfully launched the Thumbs Up Premier Division League at Mulanje Park Stadium on Sunday.
The league kicked off with an exciting match between FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Reserve and FOMO Reserve, with Bullets emerging victorious 1-0.
In his remarks during the launch, SRFA Chairperson Dyles Kachala welcomed everyone to the new league season and expressed his excitement about the level of competition.
“We are thrilled to launch the Thumbs Up Premier Division League, and I believe this season will be one to watch. I urge all teams to showcase their skills and sportsmanship,” he said.
Rab Processors Limited Marketing Manager Andrew Luker, who was also in attendance, emphasized the importance of partnerships in promoting football in the region.
“We are proud to sponsor the SRFA league, and we look forward to seeing talented players shine,” he said.
Kondwani Tebulo scored the winning goal in the 81st minute, capitalizing on sustained pressure from Bullets. Despite FOMO’s spirited push in the final minutes, Bullets held on to secure a valuable opening-day win.
Misheck Billiat was named Man of the Match for his commanding performance in midfield.
Bullets’ head coach, Heston Munthali, expressed confidence in his team’s performance, while FOMO’s head coach, Rafick Mussa, acknowledged the defeat but hopes for better results in the future.
Other matches in the league saw Mwanza Stars edge Nsanje United 1-0, Chilobwe United and Mighty Tigers Reserve played out a goalless draw, and Nyambadwe United drew 2-2 with The Boyz SFC.
4Kaya Inc.’s Public Relations Officer, Deserie Namachotsa, has announced that the company is looking for better distribution platforms to raise funds for their upcoming projects.
This decision comes after the successful third premiere of their film, “Welcome to Maula Prison,” in Mzuzu on Sunday.
Namachotsa expressed satisfaction with the good turnout at the premiere, noting it was the first time the film was shown in the city.
“We are happy with the response, and we’re looking forward to exploring new ways to distribute our content,” Namachotsa said.
USF Fund’s Khumbo Kasambara, under the MACRA Project, praised the creativity shown by the beneficiaries, noting an improvement compared to last year’s grant recipients.
“We encourage more artists and creatives to keep pushing boundaries, knowing they have the potential to achieve more,” he added.
Flames midfielder Patrick Mwaungulu scored the only goal of the match as his Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) side TP Mazembe, beat Maniema Union 1-0 on Sunday afternoon.
The former FCB Nyasa Big Bullets player scored from a free kick in the 87th minute to make it two goals in two games after scoring on his debut a few days ago.
The youthful midfielder was on target in Mazembe’s 3-1 loss to Aigles Du Congo in National Championship play-offs last Wednesday.
Patrick Mwaungulu
Mwaungulu alongside attacker Lanjesi Nkhoma were loaned to CS Don Bosco in August last year due to TP Mazembe’s transfer ban and the duo has just been registered by the DRC giants
Orant Charities Africa, an organization implementing Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) interventions in and around Kasese Health Centre in the area of Traditional Authority Chakhaza in Dowa district organized a learning visit for WASH stakeholders to appreciate the programs it is undertaking in the district.
The visit took the stakeholders to Kabuluzi Primary School where the organization has transitioned from borehole to piped water, Kadewa village where it has installed solar panel, Nambola primary school in Kawondo village for a latrine construction and Kuliyani villages for corbelled toilets (Mwamuna apumule).
Speaking after the visit, Orant Charities Africa’s WASH Programs Manager Mayamiko Mwenda, said the learning visit was organized for stakeholders to promote coordination and share all of what they are doing in the district so that together they can work with one common purpose.
Mwenda said after presenting the project to the District executive committee (Dec) the organization thought it wise to organize a learning visit to its programs as part of reporting to stakeholders to appreciate what OCA is implementing on the ground.
He said Kabuluzi primary school solar piped water project started in 2024 in partnership with the District Water Office, launching and training of Water Point Committees saying at Nambola primary school, latrine construction project was made in 2021.
The Manager said WASH stakeholders visited sanitation entrepreneurs who are building corbelled latrines (Mwamuna apumule) saying they are supporting communities in the construction of pit latrines and slabs which are important in improving sanitation in the communities.
He said at Kuliyani Water Point, stakeholders appreciated a well -managed maintenance water point and were able to learn the Service Level Agreement for maintenance of water points and Bank Pamjigo which is aimed at communities to have enough funds for maintenance of boreholes and supporting their livelihoods.
“Orant Charities Africa has sustained functionality of hand pumps at 96 percent through the works of Area Mechanics and Water Point Committees,” said Mwenda.
He said Orant Charities Africa registered some achievements by the learning visit saying stakeholders appreciated some of the organization’s initiative, advising them on the improvement on what is already being implemented and improvement for future projects.
On sustainability purposes, Mwenda said Kabuluzi village solar piped water system has made the communities to be contributing funds to buy spare parts to fix other issues that may arise in the future saying the organization will continue supporting them whenever need be but, they are managing the system on their own through the training given in collaboration with the District Water Office.
The road that stretches from Parliament, through the City Centre, and onward to Old Town in Lilongwe is currently undergoing a significant transformation.
Commonly known as the “Six-Way Road,” this major urban artery has long served as a vital connector between the administrative heart of Malawi and the city’s oldest commercial hub.
The ongoing road upgrading project, undertaken by the government, reflects a strategic move to modernize critical infrastructure and enhance traffic flow in the capital.
As one travels along this stretch, the changes are increasingly evident — from the widening of lanes to the construction of new pedestrian pathways and improved drainage systems.
The road is being expanded into six lanes, aiming to accommodate the rising number of vehicles and reduce chronic congestion that has plagued this route for years.
This development is expected to improve not only mobility but also economic productivity by reducing travel time and improving logistics efficiency between government offices and business districts.
Heavy equipment, construction workers, and traffic diversions have become a daily sight, signaling the intensity and scale of the project.
Despite the temporary inconveniences, such as dust, noise, and slow traffic movement, many Lilongwe residents are expressing appreciation for the long-overdue facelift of this road.
Government officials overseeing the project have assured the public that the construction is progressing according to schedule and will be completed within the stipulated timeframe.
They emphasize that the upgrade is a key part of the broader urban infrastructure improvement initiatives under the Malawi 2063 development blueprint.
The road’s improvement will also play a role in beautifying the capital, with landscaped medians, proper signage, and modern street lighting forming part of the final design.
City planners anticipate that this road will ease the pressure on other routes and enhance connectivity between Parliament, the City Centre, and the bustling Old Town markets.
Businesses located along this corridor are expected to benefit from increased customer traffic once the road is complete, with easier access attracting more visitors and traders.
However, stakeholders have also raised the issue of maintenance, stressing the need for the government to ensure that the road does not fall into disrepair soon after completion.
Environmental considerations have been addressed in the project design, with efforts made to minimize the negative impact of construction on surrounding trees, water channels, and residential areas.
Traffic police and city authorities have been active in managing the flow of vehicles during construction, although some road users still complain about poor signage and unclear diversions.
For pedestrians and cyclists, the inclusion of dedicated walkways and bike lanes has been praised as a forward-thinking step toward safer and more inclusive road usage.
As the road takes shape, it represents more than just a transport upgrade—it is a symbol of growth, planning, and government responsiveness to the needs of a modern city.
If the project is completed to standard and maintained properly, the Six-Way Road from Parliament to Old Town may stand as a landmark of urban transformation in Malawi.
Its success could inspire similar infrastructure upgrades across other parts of the country, signaling a new era in road development and city planning.
In the eyes of many citizens, the road’s transformation is a clear indication that when government focuses on people-centered development, progress becomes tangible.
