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Former finance minister Mwanamveka freed from  corruption charges

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Former finance minister Mwanamveka freed from  corruption charges

By Chisomo Phiri

Former Finance Minister Joseph Mwanamveka has been discharged from a misprocurement related case he was answering alongside another former cabinet minister Nicholas Dausi and others.

In the case, Mwanamveka was answering charges of abuse of office in connection to a Malawi Prison Service K18 billion procurement contract.

Mwanamveka has been cleared, on grounds of insufficient evidence of wrong doing in the matter.

Mwanamveka

On Friday,High Court Judge Violet Chipao allowed Mwanamveka and his lawyer Kalekeni Kaphale to leave the court room as hearing of the case continued.

Speaking outside the court, Kaphale said the State (Anti-Corruption Bureau- ACB) has however, stated that it may need Mwanamveka as a state witness if that need arises.

“All we are waiting for now is a discharge certificate from the Director of Public Prosecutions,” Kaphale said.

The case was about unlawful procurement of items that included socks, underwears, steel plates, cups, cuffs, belts and whistles between February 2019 and June 2020, purchased at exorbitant prices.

The uniforms and equipment were procured from One Guard FZE of United Arab Emirates (UAE).

The other accused persons are Dausi, former Ministry of Homeland Security principal secretary Samuel Madula, chief director in the same ministry Kennedy Nkhoma and senior deputy director Patricia Liabuba.

This is coming months after Mwanamveka was also discharged from a case he and two others were accused of falsifying information to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) between 2018 and 2019.

MCP Convention: Zikhale for Innovation, creativity and  Entrepreneurship

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MCP Convention: Zikhale for Innovation, creativity and  Entrepreneurship



By Leonard Kavwenje, Karonga


Malawi Congress Party Director of Strategic Planning Dr. Ken Zikhale Reeves Ng’oma confirms once he attains power as MCP First Deputy President he is ready to orchestrate, engage and streamline socio-economic advancements through a revolutionalised ICE Theorem.

Ng’oma made the statement in Karonga on Friday as he engages North-South and North-North delegates ahead of August 2024 elective convention.

The incoming MCP First Vice President Dr Ken Zikhale Ng’oma



The creative genius said, “Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship (ICE) have full potential and capacity to grow, develop and flourish economy of Malawi beyond one’s imagination.”

The Nkhata Bay South lawmaker further clarified timely need to clear challenges rocking complete realisation of Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship in Malawi.

“We need to develop strong integrative economic pedagogical approaches. In this global village, all stampedes supressing meaningful socio-economic auxins must be dealt with including lack of financial capital, corruption and negligence to narrow up the rich-poor gap. I will make sure that both diasporas and domestics strive mutually for common good,” said Zikhale.

Remarking Ng’oma’s statement, young Malawians in Karonga had this to say, “What a creative leader! Zikhale sets the youth game in motion. A great standard setter! Business and economics are essential development aspects. He respects trade needs of all including us the youth. He is both a conceptualiser and implementor.”

Band Yagawana Zida! UTM out of Tonse alliance

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Band Yagawana Zida! UTM out of Tonse alliance

By Dean Chisambo

United Transformation Party ( UTM) publicity secretary Felix Jawala says the party has out the Tonse alliance effectively from today Friday 12th July 2024.

Speaking when the party addressing members of press on Friday  in Lilongwe Jawala says they want to focus and concentrate for upcoming 2025 traptite election.

Jawala further urged the youths to have courage to support the party through vote registration inorder to vote in large numbers.

In her remarks UTM secretary general Patricia Kaliati said  the party will hold it’s convention in October.

She  also said the party will converge on 19th July inorder to map the way forward of the party, where party acting president Dr Michael Usi is expected to chair the meeting.

German Federal Bureau to release interim report on fatal plane crash involving former Malawian VP

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German Federal Bureau to release interim report on fatal plane crash involving former Malawian VP

By Burnett Munthali

The German Federal Bureau of Aircraft Accident Investigation (BFU) has announced that it will release an interim report on the plane crash that claimed the life of former Malawian Vice President Saulos Chilima and eight others. The report is anticipated to be published by the end of August on the BFU’s website, outlining the facts gathered so far in the ongoing investigation.

The BFU investigation team, in collaboration with experts from the Civil Aviation Administration of Malawi and the Malawi Armed Forces, has been diligently working to determine the cause of the tragic crash. The team has conducted inspections at the accident site, as well as at both the departure and destination aerodromes, and the airplane’s home base.

Crash site

The incident occurred on June 10, 2024, when the plane carrying the nine individuals crashed into Chikangawa Hill. While the interim report is expected to provide initial insights, the BFU will also release a final report in the future, which will offer a comprehensive analysis, conclusions, and safety recommendations.

Dr. Ben Chilima, a representative of the family, has expressed keen anticipation for the interim report’s findings, as reported by MIJ Online.

However, there has been some criticism regarding the involvement of the Malawi Armed Forces in the investigation. Potipher Mickson and Henri Rhyce have both voiced concerns, questioning the trustworthiness of the Armed Forces based on their performance during the search efforts. Rhyce specifically mentioned that the involvement of the Malawi Armed Forces may undermine the credibility of the investigation.

David Kapopo Mhango hopes that family members, independent observers, and legal representatives are included in the investigative process to ensure the report’s trustworthiness. Meanwhile, Menard Chirwa remains skeptical about whether the forthcoming report will meet expectations.

The interim report is expected to shed light on the initial findings, with the final report anticipated to provide a thorough account of the investigation’s conclusions.

UTM press briefing today: Key figures absent and varied reactions

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UTM press briefing today: Key figures absent and varied reactions

By Burnett Munthali

This afternoon, the United Transformation Movement (UTM) will hold a press briefing at its headquarters in Lilongwe to discuss the party’s future. This comes as top UTM leaders are currently engaged in a meeting to strategize their message for both party supporters and the general public.

Notably absent from the meeting is UTM’s acting president, Michael Usi, who also serves as Malawi’s Vice President. His absence has sparked varied reactions among party members and observers.

UTM Press Briefing

Ras Chikomeni has expressed concerns over the party’s direction in Usi’s absence, reflecting on the potential void left behind. Chikomeni lamented, “When the dream dies with the dreamer, what remains are mourners with nothing but anger, bitterness, and lack of direction.” He compared the current situation unfavorably to that of the party’s former leader, Saulos Klaus Chilima, suggesting that Chilima’s presence set a higher standard that UTM is struggling to maintain.

Conversely, Mwiza Chavura downplayed Usi’s absence, arguing that Usi can still contribute his views remotely and criticizing the tendency for individuals to undermine progress.

Daud WZ proposed that Usi should consider officially joining the Malawi Congress Party (MCP) and urged UTM to seek a new leader who can propel the party forward.

Benedicto Kanjadza, meanwhile, is awaiting the press briefing with great interest, eager to hear the party’s plans and future direction.

An inside source revealed that the initial plan was to hold the meeting at Usi’s residence in Area 12, but it was relocated at the last minute.

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