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Health workers to proceed with sit-in over unmet demands for higher allowances

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By Chisomo Phiri

Health workers in the country say they will proceed with their sit-in  aimed at forcing the government to raise their special allowances.

According to David Chomba, President of the Physician Assistants Union of Malawi(PAUM) , the government has been non-committal to their demands, hence the sit-in.

Chomba has further accused the Ministry of Finance of frustrating the implementation of the allowances, despite the Ministry of Health finalizing the necessary paperwork.


He says if the government keeps on not  addressing their concerns, the health workers will continue with the industrial action, which will be done in phases.

Chomba says in the first phase, health workers will only attend to emergency cases; thereafter, it shall be a total shutdown.

Meanwhile, Ministry of Health and Ministry of Finance have not yet commented on the matter.

Mpunga denies allegations of joining active  politics after introducing za Mpira bonanza

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By Dean Chisambo

National Coordinator for Tuberculosis and Leprosy Elimination program in the Ministry of health Dr James Mpunga has denied the allegations from several sectors that he has intentions to venture into active politics.

Mpinga has reiterated that he will consider those intentions of joining active politics  when time comes but at the moment, his intentions are pure  and he contributes back to the people of Zomba as a bonafide citizen of the area.

Mpunga – I give back to my people


He said :” As a citizen of Zomba, it will always be my dream to make sure that I contribute back to the community that also brought me  up, I have done all my education in Zomba, I grew up there, therefore it’s important that I also give back. I started the sports bonanza  to make sure that we identify talent in Zomba that also can be taken to the national team and other places.

“So the introduction of those bonanza’s is just to make sure that people have got something to do as well for us to identify talent that can be taken elsewhere.”

Mpunga introduced K3 million James Mpunga Zampira Bonanza.

He said the grand finale of the bonanza will be on 16th June 2024 and it will be spiced up with musical performances and they will invite one of the celebrated people in Malawi football.

Flames players receive their game bonus

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By Burnett Munthali

Football Association of Malawi (FAM) on Thursday paid the Flames players their game bonus immediately after their 3-1 win over Sao Tome and Principle in a World Cup qualifier.

This is the first time ever that players have received their bonus on the same day of the match.

The players are entitled to a K500,000 bonus for a win but FAM added K250,000 on top making it K750,000 which was paid to the players before their departure to Malabo for tomorrow’s encounter against Equatorial Guinea.

Flames



“I have been part of the Flames set up since 2011 and never have we been paid our game bonus on the same day. This is historic and very commendable.

“It just shows the new leadership has the welfare of the players at heart. FAM has done its part and has shown its commitment to improve our welfare and its now our turn to deliver on Monday,” said Flames captain John Banda.

Financial rewards in the form of bonuses paid to football players are considered compensation for past struggles and private investments made into players’ futures, some analysts suggest.

However, the payment of bonuses has become a thorny issue in Africa.

Bonuses are frequently awarded for: match appearances, cup round progression, win-bonuses, and also at the end of the season contingent on promotion, league table placing, cup success, or league survival.

Kondwani Nankhumwa’s lackluster launch: A sinking ship before it sets sail

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By Twink Jones Gadama

Kondwani Nankhumwa, the interim president of the newly formed People’s Development Party (PDP), faced a significant challenge as he launched his party at Masintha Ground in Lilongwe on Sunday June 9,2024.

Despite the opportunity to articulate a compelling vision for Malawi, Nankhumwa failed to differentiate PDP from existing political parties, ultimately leaving the crowd unimpressed.

Nankhumwa’s speech lacked substance and originality, as he simply regurgitated promises and plans that echoed those of his former party, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP).

Nankhumwa



His announcement that PDP would revamp ADMARC, a familiar refrain from Peter Mutharika, fell flat with the audience and failed to inspire any enthusiasm.

Furthermore, Nankhumwa’s attempts to discuss the National Economic Empowerment Fund (NEEF) lacked coherence and failed to garner support.

His promise that all positions within the party would be up for grabs at the upcoming convention in September rang hollow, particularly as he previously declared his intention to run for president regardless.

The lack of a concrete plan to address hunger and poverty in Malawi further undermined Nankhumwa’s credibility.

His failure to present innovative solutions or distinguish PDP from other parties highlighted his lack of vision and leadership.

Nankhumwa’s questionable tactics, such as ferrying people from Mulanje using vehicles bearing the name “Abiti Gambato,” raised suspicions about his motives and commitment to the party.

Members wearing PDP attire openly admitted that they were only interested in financial gain, casting further doubt on Nankhumwa’s ability to inspire loyalty and genuine support.

The absence of key supporters, including prominent figures like Grezelda Geoffrey, Nicholas Dausi, and Cecilia Chazama, raised questions about the party’s internal cohesion and overall viability.

The fact that three party trustees were missing from the launch also fueled speculation about the party’s readiness for the political arena.

In light of Nankhumwa’s controversial past, including his dismissal from the DPP for misconduct and his failure to return party vehicles, doubts remain about his integrity and commitment to ethical leadership.

The symbolic gesture of rebranding DPP vehicles with PDP symbols without permission further underscores Nankhumwa’s questionable ethics.

Overall, Nankhumwa’s lackluster launch and the lukewarm reception from the crowd suggest a rocky road ahead for PDP.

Without a clear and compelling vision for Malawi’s future, Nankhumwa’s political journey within the party is likely to face significant challenges and skepticism.

In addition to the lackluster reception at the launch event, Kondwani Nankhumwa’s leadership style and political track record also raise concerns about his ability to lead the People’s Development Party (PDP) effectively.

Nankhumwa’s past association with the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) and his subsequent dismissal for alleged misconduct call into question his integrity and trustworthiness as a political leader.

This history may make it difficult for him to gain the trust and support of the Malawian people, especially considering the country’s recent history of political corruption and mismanagement.

Moreover, Nankhumwa’s failure to outline a clear and comprehensive policy platform during the launch event suggests a lack of coherence and direction within the PDP.

Without a strong policy agenda that addresses the pressing issues facing Malawi, such as poverty, unemployment, and corruption, it is unlikely that the party will be able to attract broad-based support from the electorate.

Nankhumwa’s focus on vague promises and recycled ideas from his time with the DPP does little to inspire confidence in his ability to bring about meaningful change.

Furthermore, the absence of key party figures and supporters at the launch event raises questions about the level of internal cohesion and unity within the PDP.

The fact that prominent individuals like Grezelda Geoffrey, Nicholas Dausi, and Cecilia Chazama were missing from the event suggests that there may be divisions or disagreements within the party ranks that could hinder its ability to present a united front to the public.

These fellows have been behind Kondwani Nankhumwa all along and their abscondement was a sign of no confidence in Nankhumwa.

Without strong leadership and a unified party apparatus, the PDP may struggle to compete effectively in Malawi’s political landscape.

Additionally, Nankhumwa’s reliance on questionable tactics, such as using vehicles bearing the name “Abiti Gambato” to transport supporters to the launch event, undermines the party’s credibility and raises doubts about his commitment to ethical and transparent governance.

The perception that some members of the party are primarily motivated by financial gain rather than genuine political beliefs further erodes confidence in the PDP’s ability to serve the interests of the Malawian people.

Without a clear commitment to ethical conduct and accountability, the party risks alienating potential supporters and losing credibility in the eyes of the public.

In conclusion, Kondwani Nankhumwa’s lackluster launch of the People’s Development Party (PDP) highlights significant challenges facing the party as it seeks to establish itself in Malawi’s political landscape.

Without a coherent policy agenda, strong leadership, and a commitment to ethical governance, the PDP is unlikely to gain widespread support or make a meaningful impact on the country’s political future.

Nankhumwa’s past controversies, the absence of key supporters, and the use of questionable tactics all raise red flags about the party’s viability and potential for success.

As Malawians look towards the next election, it will be crucial for the PDP to address these shortcomings and present a compelling vision for the country’s future in order to gain the trust and support of the electorate.

NLP president Sunganimoyo reveals his role in blocking Lilongwe demonstrations

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By Vincent Gunde

The National Liberation Party (NLP) President Isaiah Emmanuel Sunganimoyo, has come out in the open place to say that he was one behind many people mobilizing Malawi Congress Party (MCP) supporters to block activists from organizing and holding demonstrations in Lilongwe.

Sunganimoyo says stopping demonstrations in Lilongwe did not come as a surprise but for the love of the country observing that demonstrations had evil motives, to make the Government of President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera ungovernable.

President Isaiah Emmanuel Sunganimoyo

He says the demonstrations were being organized by one tribe only in the southern region, the region which had produced two Presidents while in the Eastern Region, people behind holding demonstrations were those Malawians living in South Africa.

Speaking through a video clip circulating in various social media platforms, Sunganimoyo says in the way he was seen mobilizing MCP members to defend Lilongwe from activists holding demonstrations, many Malawians thought he was bought with millions of Kwachas to support MCP.

He claims that following him leading by example in mobilizing people not to allow activists and demonstrators in Lilongwe, the MCP has taken this as a weapon of defending and protecting President Chakwera and the MCP to be regarded as the force to reckon with.

He says beside doing a good job to the MCP, the party has never and ever recognized his work and even senior party officials do not have time to remember his works speaking for itself that some people have declared Lilongwe and the central region as belonging to only the MCP.

The NLP President says he loved President Chakwera and he voted for him in the June, 2020 elections saying he has courage to speak before Malawians on issues affecting the country and some people were planning to take away his life.

“The challenges which Malawi as a country is sailing through, did not come because of Chakwera ,” says Sunganimoyo.

He has however,expressed hope that the MCP and President Chakwera will find time to praise him for being a standing block to activists and demonstrators to hold demos in Lilongwe claiming that without him, this government would have been taken away from the hands of President Chakwera.