In a lighthearted yet bold message, Triephornia Thomson Mpinganjira took to social media to express her thoughts on personal growth and self-awareness. In a post that has garnered attention, Mpinganjira shared a humorous encounter, writing:
“Akuti ndizikula ndisiye chibwana. Ndangoyankha kuti ubwino wake siine m’bale wanu sindilikhalanso kwanu munandidziwilanso pa soshomidiya.”
This candid statement, which translates to “They say I should grow up and stop being childish. I simply replied that luckily, I am not your relative, and you only know me through social media,” reflects her unapologetic stance on being misunderstood or judged based on online interactions.
Triephornia Mpinganjira
Mpinganjira added to the humor by recounting a playful exchange, asking: “Do you know my shoe size?” When the answer was no, she responded, “Eeee basi, you know nothing about me,” emphasizing the superficial knowledge people often have of each other, especially through social media platforms.
As a way of concluding her witty post, she wished her followers a “Happy Mother’s Day” and signed off with “Macheza” (chats), hinting that the post was made in a spirit of fun and reflection.
The post, while casual, touches on the often complex relationship people have with social media and the assumptions made about one another. It humorously challenges the idea that people can truly know each other based solely on their online presence. Mpinganjira’s remarks have sparked conversations among her followers, with many praising her for being true to herself and encouraging others to avoid judgment.
Triephornia’s playful yet meaningful message serves as a reminder not to take online personas too seriously and to celebrate individuality, especially on a day like Mother’s Day that celebrates women and their unique qualities.
As her post continues to circulate, it stands as a testament to her vibrant personality and her ability to inspire laughter and thought at the same time.
The women were heading in the opposite direction to where I was heading on that sunny day. they were carrying a live chicken and a parcel of maize flower, being a villager myself I knew there was a celebration somewhere. As inquisitive as I have always been I asked the women what the occasion was, for I had not heard anything from the village crier. “Nachisale has just given birth she is now a proud mother of a beautiful baby girl” They all chorused in reply. Once again it is that season where women will be trekking to the lake in the guise of celebrating their mothers without actually visiting their mothers. Like any normal child we cause pain and suffering to our parents ,the mother especially who is closer to the children.
Brenda Fassie one of the music icons from South Africa having realized that no matter what, your mother shall always remain your pillar composed and sang the below, just to send remorse “Mama, I’m sorry I didn’t mean to hurt you I won’t be the same again Mama I’ve learnt a lesson All these years I’ve been bad to you I never thought I’ll see you again Mama I’ve learnt a lesson Mama you won’t weep again…” The whole being of man is spent in the bosom of a woman. A woman can make or break a man, a nation.
Every day is a Mother’s Day for me taking into consideration of all the things mothers do to raise the children. While the father is out there searching for food the mother is always there making sure the child is protected, fed, bathed and clothed.
However, Malawi celebrates its mothers in October of every year. Children visits mothers by sharing or giving back to whatever was given back to them in form of gifts, visits, fending, cooking for them in a special way. There is always a mother’s cloth that is produced every year and it becomes a pride of every mother to receive that wrapper or chitenje.
Even if the child is of age the mother will still continue offering her love through advice and guidance. Further to that it is a proven fact that no matter how food is cooked there is nothing as compared to ones mothers prepared food. Everybody will always appreciate and longs for mothers’ homemade food. I have heard people saying “I’ll always love my mama She’s my favorite girl I’ll always love my mama She brought me in this world and Sometimes I feel so bad When I think of all the things I used to do how mama used to clean somebody else’s house Just to buy me a new pair of shoes I never understood how mama Made it through the week When she never ever got a good night’s sleep.” Mothers have made plenty of sacrifices which no other can do. The mother-child relationship can be one of the most complicated, and rewarding, of all relationships.
As any parent will tell you, the practice of raising a child can be extremely difficult, and mothers definitely deserve our thanks and praise. And while it certainly isn’t enough to appreciate her just one day out of the year, Mother’s Day is a good start.
In honor of mothers everywhere, it is vitally important to appreciate all of the enormous sacrifices they have had to make for the sake of their children. “Thank you” on Mother’s Day. While young mama you carried us on your back, we would wail, urinate and embarrass you in front of your friends we would cry but you never relent in loving us more. You tucked us in bed without expecting anything in return. The late nights you spent in nursing us deserves a special thank you. Knowing that you were always there kept us feeling safe and secure. The efforts you did to make sure we were always warm during cold season thanks to you mama my love. In whatever you did you always made sure we are first. I remember when I got bullied by friends you rushed to the scene and pulled me out of it but immediately went to the bully’s mother where you showed her what stuff you were made of, I have never felt proud to be the first in your list of to do things. You had friends, obligations and errands to run but taking care of us came first.
I have personally said with no offense that mama’s food has always been the best, perhaps it’s because it is the first food we ate from her kitchen. No matter the situation my love my Mama always made sure we were all well fed. Thank you my love. You sacrificed your quite time which you could have used doing other things, as children we were unpredictable yelling in anger one minute and laughing gleefully the next. You never became irritated or cross because you understood us more than we did ourselves as children. But whatever our moods, we can be certain that we were often loud.
Our mothers understood that quiet time was rare and precious. But they were willing to give up on this quiet time to make sure we knew we were loved. We might not shout or scream anymore as adults, but for Mother’s Day, we can shout “Thank you for letting me be so loud!” I remember being an asthmatic child how my mother would sit on the edge of my bed when I had an attack, she would stay awake all night looking up to me as i failed to breath and kept bouncing on the bed, because of this kind of love and care I made a resolution to fight and never give up. I would through gasps and difficult breathing tell my mother to go and sleep and that I would be fine, she would have none of it. Sometimes we had nightmares, other times we simply missed being close to our mothers. Nothing comforted us so much as our moms letting us crawl in bed with them. Even when it meant giving up on “adult time,” our moms gave us a safe and secure place to close our eyes and drift to sleep. Mother’s Day is a great time to give our mothers a large hug to show our appreciation for letting us cuddle up next to them. In sickness and health my love my mom has always been there for me. As a child being sick is part of growing up and my mother would make sure I was cared for taken to hospital and being forced (for a good cause as kids don’t like) to take my medication.
It is a known fact that these incredible women in our lives didn’t get to take a day off from motherhood, even when they weren’t feeling 100 percent tired or sick the same applies to my love my mama .A household with children is, by necessity, a household with germs. In spite of everyone’s best efforts to keep the family healthy, colds and illnesses inevitably went around. But our sick moms still fought through the sneezing and the sore throats to be there for us, which certainly deserves a huge “Thanks!”
My mama loved seeing a big smile on our faces and during those times she would give us her angelic smile .Memorable times with mama was giving us a birthday cake so we could make a wish as we blew out the candles, our mothers thrived on bringing us joy to which we greatly appreciates. Instead of trying to repay our moms financially for all the gifts or small gestures (which is likely impossible), we can repay them in spades with our undying love and appreciation this Mother’s Day. Even if it wasn’t their favorite TV show, our moms were willing to curl up on the couch with us and watch an over-the-top cartoon — sometimes for the 103rd time. At the same time, our mothers shared their interests with us, playing us their music and read us some of their favorite books., at the end of the day, it was all about spending time together. This time is something we would never trade for anything in the world, maybe on Mother’s Day we can even let our moms pick the TV show for a change. My love you have always encouraged us your children to be ourselves thank you for your guidance in this process for without your guidance we would not be where we are today, my mama there were times we wanted to give up but you always encouraged us to stand up and be counted, we do not take this for granted, a big salute for having confidence in us that we could do something meaningful despite all the odds. We know that as children we were often relentless balls of energy and vigor., our mothers had to keep pace with us the whole way. Mama you let us be on our high-energy, creative selves, even if it cost your sanity every now and again. My love cultivated our interests and encouraged us to explore them. Perhaps more than any other sacrifice, it is letting us be ourselves that deserves an enormous thanks. So, on Mother’s Day, all we really have to say is my Mama my love a woman of substance who believed stay blessed.
My favorite and famous quote mothers favorite quotes “you are the force that binds the very piece of my life together. life is beautiful because I have a mother like you who is always there for me.I love to the moon and back” Despite all the challenges that a woman faces she is always the first and last to smile. MY unsung hero my love my mother Abiti Kamwendo Chrissie Elias Kamwendo …thank you!
*The writer is a Fellow of IPMM and writes in his own capacity on various aspects of life.
Legendary Jamaican reggae artist, Burning Spear, has embarked on his much-anticipated African tour, which will include performances across several countries, including Malawi.
The reggae icon, who has been celebrated globally for his contribution to the genre, announced that he has arrived in Kenya, the first stop on his African journey. From there, he will travel to South Africa before performing in Zimbabwe and Zambia. The tour will culminate with a major performance in Malawi on the 26th of this month.
Burning Spear
Shadreck Kalukusha, the head of Sound Addicts, the organizers of the Malawian event, confirmed that preparations are well underway and everything is on track for the concert.
At 79 years old, Burning Spear, whose real name is Winston Rodney, is treating this tour as one of his final live performances before retiring from the stage. Fans across the continent are eager to witness his legendary music and powerful messages of peace, love, and resistance.
This tour marks a special moment in the artist’s career and in the hearts of reggae lovers throughout Africa, as they celebrate the legacy of one of the greatest reggae musicians of all time.
President Lazarus Chakwera has emphasized the importance of self-reliance for Malawians, urging citizens to take charge of their own destinies rather than depending on politicians for assistance. Speaking at a recent event, Chakwera expressed concern that some politicians exploit the vulnerability of the poor for their gain, urging the populace to cultivate a sense of independence.
The president pointed out that fostering self-reliance is essential for breaking the cycle of poverty that many Malawians face. He argued that reliance on political handouts not only undermines individual initiative but also perpetuates a culture of dependency that hinders progress.
Chakwera
Chakwera highlighted the Agriculture Input Program (AIP) as a crucial initiative aimed at empowering citizens to lift themselves out of poverty. He explained that the AIP provides farmers with the necessary inputs to boost agricultural productivity, ultimately enabling them to become self-sufficient and reduce their reliance on external support.
By promoting agricultural development and self-sufficiency, Chakwera believes that Malawians can achieve sustainable economic growth. He called on citizens to embrace the opportunities provided by the AIP and to actively engage in efforts to improve their livelihoods.
The president’s message resonates with the broader goal of promoting national development through individual empowerment. By encouraging Malawians to take ownership of their circumstances, Chakwera aims to inspire a shift in mindset that prioritizes self-reliance and hard work over dependence on political favors.
As the country continues to grapple with economic challenges, Chakwera’s advocacy for self-reliance serves as a reminder of the potential that lies within every Malawian. The call for a united effort towards self-sufficiency aligns with the government’s vision of building a prosperous and resilient nation, free from the constraints of poverty and dependency.
In conclusion, President Chakwera’s message underscores the need for a collective commitment to self-reliance among Malawians. By harnessing their resources and taking initiative, citizens can create a brighter future for themselves and contribute to the overall development of the nation.
Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) operating under the National Advocacy Platform (NAP) have raised significant concerns regarding corruption allegations made by lawyer Alexious Kamangila. During a press briefing held in Lilongwe today, NAP Chairperson Benedicto Kondowe read a statement calling for a thorough investigation into the alleged misconduct of certain judges within Malawi’s judiciary.
Kondowe emphasized the need for immediate action, urging the Judicial Service Commission and relevant authorities to launch a prompt inquiry. “This inquiry is essential not only to protect the integrity of judicial officers but also to restore public confidence where it is needed,” he stated. The call for investigation comes at a time when public trust in the judicial system is critical for upholding the rule of law and ensuring justice for all Malawians.
The backdrop to this appeal is a series of posts made by Kamangila on his Facebook page, where he accused Justice Ken Manda of engaging in corrupt practices. He pointed to specific judgments as examples of misconduct, raising serious questions about the impartiality and integrity of the judiciary. These allegations have sparked a heated public debate, underscoring the pressing need for accountability within the judicial system.
In addition to the call for an investigation, Kondowe highlighted the urgency of judicial reforms. He stressed the importance of presenting the Judicial Administration and Constitutional (Amendment) Bills during the upcoming November Mid-Year Budget Review meeting. These bills are seen as vital steps towards enhancing the efficiency and transparency of the judiciary, addressing long-standing issues that have hindered the delivery of justice in Malawi.
The demand for reform reflects a growing recognition among civil society actors that the judicial system must be strengthened to better serve the needs of the population. The issues raised by Kamangila and echoed by the NAP highlight the critical need for an independent judiciary that operates free from corruption and undue influence.
As the NAP continues to advocate for justice and accountability, the spotlight is now on the Judicial Service Commission to take decisive action. The outcomes of this inquiry and potential reforms could significantly impact the future of Malawi’s judiciary and its ability to uphold the rule of law.
The implications of these developments are profound, as public trust in judicial institutions is foundational to a functioning democracy. Civil society’s active involvement in pushing for accountability signifies a crucial step in the ongoing fight against corruption and the quest for justice in Malawi. The response of the authorities will be closely monitored by both the public and civil society organizations as the nation grapples with these serious allegations.
