FCB Nyasa Big Bullets has confirmed that they will not be with their key defenders Gomezgani Chirwa and Nickson Nyasulu this season as their contracts expire next month.
The two refused to renew their contracts with the People’s team and reports indicate that they are in Zimbabwe where they are expected to join one of the Country’s Premier League side.
Gomezgani Chirwa
Chirwa joined Bullets in 2019 from Civil Service while Nyasulu joined Bullets in the same year from the Reserve side.
The two played a crucial role in the team’s historic quadruple win in the 2023 season.
Popular musician, Film Producer and Actor Kendall Kamwendo has expressed his intentions to contest as a Member of Parliament for Mndolera Constituency in Dowa district.
Kamwendo of the Nyemba Nyemba Boys duo says he will contest under Malawi Congress Party (MCP) ticket.
Kendall Kamwendo
Kamwendo is well known on the music scene together with his long time friend Symon Kamulaka and is also well known for producing films with the “School Days” as one of his most popular productions.
Kamwendo joins a list of celebrities who have expressed interest to contest as Members of Parliament like musician Skeffa Chimoto, Social Media Influencer Gerald Kampanikiza and journalist Robert Kalindiza just to mention but a few.
The Malawi Bureau of Standards (MBS) has cracked the whip on Area 38 Kanengo Food Lovers market, slapping them with a K2.6 million fine for stocking rotten food products operating in a leaking warehouse. This move comes as part of the ongoing nationwide surprises market surveillance.
MBS communications officer Wazamazama Katatu revealed that despite having a functional quality control system, the market fell short in some areas.
“We have instructed them to work on those areas, but we haven’t closed the market because their level of non-conformities is not gross,” Katatu explained.
MBA Officials
The bureau’s surveillance also extended to three Sana outlets in Lilongwe, including City Centre Chipiku and Area 38 Food Lovers Market. This move sends a clear message that the MBS will not tolerate subpar practices in the market.
The fine imposed on Food Lovers Market serves as a warning to other businesses to prioritize quality and adhere to standards. As the MBS continues its market surveillance, consumers can expect a safer and more regulated shopping environment.
The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has announced a critical press conference scheduled for Monday, January 20, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., where it will provide an update on the supplementary voter registration exercise. The event will be broadcast live on Zodiac Television, Zodiac Radio, and Zodiac Online, ensuring widespread accessibility for Malawians across the country.
The supplementary voter registration exercise, which began a few weeks ago, is part of MEC’s broader efforts to ensure that all eligible citizens are registered ahead of the 2025 general elections. The exercise focuses on capturing first-time voters, updating voter rolls to accommodate relocations, and correcting errors in existing voter information. This initiative underscores MEC’s commitment to delivering free, fair, and credible elections.
Mtalimanja
During the press conference, MEC officials are expected to present key updates, including progress reports from registration centers nationwide, challenges encountered, and measures to address these hurdles. Stakeholders such as political parties, civil society organizations, and the general public are keenly awaiting the briefing, as voter registration is a foundational element in the democratic process.
The briefing will be led by MEC Chairperson, Justice Dr. Anabel Mtalimanja, alongside other senior officials. They are anticipated to provide statistical data on newly registered voters, highlight regions with varying turnout levels, and emphasize the importance of active participation in the electoral process. Additionally, MEC is likely to outline remaining timelines for the exercise and stress the need to include every eligible voter.
Broadcasting the press conference live on Zodiac platforms underscores MEC’s commitment to transparency and inclusivity. This approach aims to keep Malawians informed, including those in remote areas, by leveraging both traditional and digital media to ensure no one is left behind in the voter registration process.
This press conference comes at a pivotal moment as Malawi prepares for what is expected to be a highly contested general election. Political observers and analysts have been closely monitoring the voter registration exercise, given its potential to influence the electoral outcome. Key issues such as logistical challenges, voter education, and the inclusion of marginalized groups have dominated discussions, making MEC’s update a vital touchpoint in the lead-up to the elections.
As anticipation builds, MEC faces the dual challenge of maintaining efficiency and ensuring transparency and inclusivity. The forthcoming press conference will serve not only as an update on the progress of voter registration but also as an opportunity to address public concerns, build trust, and bolster confidence in the electoral process.
The success of this supplementary voter registration exercise will significantly influence the credibility of the 2025 elections. With Malawi’s democratic future at stake, MEC’s proactive engagement with stakeholders and efforts to create an inclusive voter roll highlight its commitment to strengthening the country’s democratic foundations.
All eyes will be on MEC as the nation tunes in to Zodiac platforms on Monday evening to gain insight into the progress and future direction of the voter registration exercise.
Minister of Information and Digitalisation who is also government spokesperson Moses Kunkuyu has fired back at former President Peter Mutharika’s Sunday address, dismissing his criticisms as the “tone of a desperate person.”
Mutharika’s televised speech took aim at the current Malawi Congress Party (MCP) administration, led by President Lazarus Chakwera, for failing to tackle the country’s challenges.
Kunkuyu
However,Kunkuyu has trashed Mutharika’s address, saying it does not deserve a response.
Kunkuyu argues that the former president’s administration was responsible for creating the very challenges the current government is working to resolve.
The minister has also accused Mutharika of turning a blind eye to the notable infrastructure and economic developments achieved under President Chakwera’s leadership.
Renowned political analysts George Phiri and George Chaima have also trashed Mutharika’s address for failing to offer solutions to the challenges Malawians are facing including hunger.
