By Durrell Namasani
Mighty Mukuru Wanderers Reserve are through to the finals of Kavina K1 Million Ipite Bonanza after beating FCB Nyasa Big Bullets Reserve 4-3 on post-match penalties.
The match which was played at Champion Stadium on Saturday afternoon, ended goalless in regulation.
The Junior Nomads will face Ekhaya FC on Sunday afternoon at the same venue.
By Durrell Namasani
The body of the former Minister of Sports and Sports Analyst Moses Dossi has been laid to rest at his home village, Kalimanjera in the area of Traditional Authority Chapananga in Chikwawa district.
A huge crowd that included Speaker of Parliament, Catherine Gotani Hara, cabinet ministers Richard Chimwendo Banda and Abida Mia, Parliamentarians, Kamlepo Kalua and Lilian Patel as well as Paramount Chief Lundu, attended the funeral ceremony.
Dossi, popularly known as ‘Man on the touch line’, died at Adventist hospital in Blantyre on Thursday, April 18, at the age of 70 after a long illness.
By McLloyd Kudzingo
Mighty Mukuru Wanderers have climbed top of the TNM Super League following a comfortable 3-nil win against Creck Sporting Football Club at Kamuzu Stadium on Saturday afternoon.
The Nomads opened the scoring in the 19th minutes through Stanley Sanudi who scored from the penalty sport after a foul on Timothy Silwamba in the penalty box.
Christopher Kumwembe doubled the Nomads’ lead in the 36th minute with a beautiful header, connecting well a corner-kick taken by Stanley Sanudi.Â
The second half saw the visitors making a triple substitution replacing Tathedwa Willard, Akuzike Lifa and Gift Kadawati with Ademola Ajibola, Hardy Ng’andu and George Chaomba.
The changes helped to change the team’s and they started creating scoring opportunities.
However, Gaddie Chirwa almost made it 3-nil for the Nomads in the 50th minute when he released a thunderous shot outstanding the 18-yard-box but Creck goalkeeper Charles Chisale fumbled it before Kumwembe’s shot hit side netting on a rebound.
Creck had a chance to pull one back from a free-kick but Dalitso Nahipa’s shot was saved for a corner-kick by goalkeeper Richard Chipuwa.
The visitors also had a goal disallowed for an offside in the 60th minute.
Substitute Francisco Madinga had his chance to put his name on the scoresheet and make it 3 for the Nomads in the 75th minute, but his shot in the 6-yard box was beautifully saved by Chisale.
Wanderers scored their third goal through Gaddie Chirwa after a beautiful exchange of passes between himself, Kumwembe and Wisdom Mpinganjira.
Mpinganjira who was also voted man of the match, could have made it four in the added time but he was denied by the woodwork. Â
In other matches played on Saturday, Kamuzu Barracks were 3-1 winners over rookies FOMO FC while Moyale Barracks thumped Civil Service United 3-0 at Mzuzu Stadium.
The match between Baka City and MAFCO which was played at Karonga Stadium ended in a goalless draw.
On Sunday, Mighty Tigers will host Mzuzu City Hammers at Kamuzu Stadium as Dedza Dynamos play Silver Strikers at Dedza Stadium.
Elsewhere, Bangwe All Stars will play Karonga United at Mpira Stadium as Chitipa United hosts the defending champions FCB Nyasa Big Bullets at Karonga Stadium.
By Twink Jones Gadama
In a dominating display at Kamuzu Stadium, Mighty Mukuru Wanderers emerged victorious with a resounding 3-0 win over Creck Sporting Club in the third week of the TNM Super League.
The match showcased Wanderers’ prowess as they outplayed their opponents in every aspect of the game.
The encounter kicked off with Mighty Mukuru Wanderers immediately asserting their dominance in Creck Sporting’s territory, winning two corners within a span of five minutes.
The pressure from Wanderers continued to build, leading to Timothy Siliwamba being fouled in the 18-yard box and winning a penalty.
Stanley Sanudi coolly converted the penalty in the 17th minute, setting the tone for the match.
Despite Creck Sporting being awarded a penalty in the 25th minute, they failed to capitalize on the opportunity.
Wanderers quickly bounced back, with Christopher Kumwembe heading in a corner taken by Sanudi in the 35th minute, leaving Creck Sporting goalkeeper Charles Chisale unable to make the save.
The first half ended with Wanderers in the lead with a scoreline of 2-0, showcasing their dominance on the field.
The second half began on a high note, with both teams winning corners within minutes. Wanderers’ defense remained solid, thwarting Creck Sporting’s attempts to score.
As the match progressed, Gadi Chirwa capitalized on defensive errors by Creck Sporting and scored in the 41st minute of the second half, sealing the victory for Mighty Mukuru Wanderers.
Despite five additional minutes added after normal time, Creck Sporting failed to break through Wanderers’ defense, solidifying their defeat.
In his post-match interview, Coach Macdonald Mtetemera of Creck Sporting acknowledged Wanderers’ superior performance, stating, “We did not play our usual match today. The day belonged to Wanderers.
” Meanwhile, Assistant Coach Meke Mwase of Wanderers praised his team’s execution of the game plan and promised to address areas needing improvement.
Wisdom Mpinganjira was named the Man of the Match for his outstanding contribution to Wanderers’ victory.
The match concluded with Wanderers celebrating a well-deserved win, while Creck Sporting reflected on their performance and vowed to come back stronger in future matches.
By Chisomo Phiri
Ministry of Tourism says the forthcoming 5th edition of the Malawi International Tourism Expo (MITE) to be held from 25 to 27 April, 2024, at Bingu National Convention Centre(BICC) in Lilongwe is expected to cost about K900 million.
Principal Secretary in the Ministry Chauncy Simwaka disclosed this in Lilongwe when they received a donation of K5 Million from National Bank of Malawi (NBM).
He said the bulk of the amount will go towards hosting international travel writers and buyers.
According to Simwaka, the tourism expo is expected to attract 46 tourism agents and top writers from around the world who will be toured around Malawi to sell the country’s tourism potential in their respective countries which have been targeted as key tourists sources.
He said the annual event will also see over 200 exhibitors showcasing their tourism products and services to over 700 people that are expected to patronize the fifth edition.
“We have so far registered more than 100 companies that will take part in this year’s tourism expo of which some have booked 4 stands, some 5 stands.
“This shows that many are showing interest in this initiative and we are proud of that. This is an event that positions Malawi as a good tourism destination,”he explained.
Malawi has a variety of tourist attraction sites including Lake Malawi, several national parks, game reserves, and Mulanje Mountain.
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