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District News

Supplementary Voter Registration Exercise Set to Commence

Maravi Post Reporter

By Twink Jones Gadama

The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has announced plans to conduct a supplementary voter registration exercise in various councils across the country.

The decision was made following a review of the conduct of the three phases of voter registration for the 2025 General Election.

According to a public statement issued by the MEC, the supplementary registration exercise will target eligible voters who were unable to register during the initial phases due to various reasons. The exercise is expected to commence soon, with specific dates and modalities to be communicated by the Commission.

Under Phase 1, the supplementary registration will be conducted in 12 councils, including Chitipa, Karonga, Mzuzu City, and Nkhotakota. Phase 2 will cover 14 councils, including Nkhata Bay, Rumphi, and Zomba City. Phase 3 will comprise 8 councils, including Lilongwe, Mangochi, and Chikwawa.

The MEC has emphasized that the supplementary registration exercise will only target eligible voters who were unable to register during the initial phases and will not involve fresh civil registration by the National Registration Bureau (NRB) at voter registration centers.

The Commission has also assured that NRB staff will be present to provide identification and verification services for applicants who may have challenges with their proof of national registration.

The supplementary voter registration exercise is expected to provide an opportunity for eligible voters to register and exercise their right to vote in the upcoming 2025 General Election.

Other Sports, Sports, TNM Super League

Hammers, Chitipa share spoils in TNM Super League

Maravi Post Reporter

By Lusekero Mhango

KARONGA-(MaraviPost)-Ekwendeni Hammers and Chitipa United were forced to share the spoils after playing out an entertaining 1-1 draw in a TNM Super League match played on Sunday at the Mzuzu Stadium.

The hosts who were more skillful and energetic than their relegation threatened opponents needed Chawanangwa Gumbo strike in the second half to rescue a point after they had fallen behind against the run of play courtesy of a Muhammad Byson finish for the visitors in the first half.

After dropping into the relegation zone on Saturday on goal-difference following Tigers FC’s win over Silver Strikers the draw was enough for Chitipa to lift themselves back above Tigers to 13th place on 26 points with five matches remaining to play in the race for relegation survival.

Meanwhile the point was also enough to lift Ekwendeni Hammers to 6th above Civil Sporting Club on goal-difference with both teams having 35 points to their name so far.

Speaking in a post-match interview Chitipa United coach Christopher Nyambose, said he was satisfied with a point from a tough assignment in Mzuzu.

“At this stage of the season performances don’t matter that much as it is about making sure we at least pick up points especially as we trying to fight of relegation.” He said.

However Hammers coach Edson Kadenge, admitted that his boys must start raising their levels as the league was getting tougher and more competitive.

“We did not start well today the pace from our game was too slow for my liking hence looking at the 90 minutes I think a draw was a fair result for both teams.” He explained.

Elsewhere in the TNM Super League on Sunday, TN Stars defeated Moyale Barracks 2-0 through a brace from China Chirwa while Red Lions inflicted more misery on Civil Sporting Club after a 2-0 victory courtesy of goals from Royal Bokosi and Henry Kamanga.

Sports, TNM Super League

Karonga, Chitipa share spoils in 2020/2021 TNM Super League season opener

Maravi Post Reporter
Karonga, Chitipa share spoils in 2020/2021 TNM Super League season opener

By Lusekero Mhango

KARONGA-(MaraviPost)-Karonga United and Savenda Chitipa United were forced to share spoils after playing out an entertaining 1-1 draw in the first match of the 2020/2021 TNM Super League Season.

The encounter which was played at the Karonga Stadium amidst strict COVID-19 preventive measures saw the host score through Clement Nyondo while Lusekero Malima put through his own net.

In a dull first half where the game was constantly interrupted by stoppages due to injuries from both sides, Clement Nyondo had the only meaningful opportunity of note but his 5th minute hit went narrowly wide.

The game came into life in the second half after the two sides released the handbrakes and went all out for the win.

The lively Sheriff Chamama took the game to the visitors by embarking on his own personal duel with the Chitipa’s defence but shot after shot were constantly repelled by the away side’s debutant Goalkeeper Mossa Matawale who was impressive in the second half.

With 15 minutes to go the visitor’s resolve was finally broken as Clement Nyondo coolly finished passed a helpless Matawale following a loose ball in the box to send the home fans wild.

However the celebration were short-lived as with 8 minutes to go the unfortunate Lusekero Malima put through his own net following pressure from Matthews Sibale.

Despite the two side’s going all out for the late win however they had to settle for a share of the spoils.

Speaking in a post-match interview Karonga United Coach Dan Dzinkambani, expressed disappointment in dropping two points.

“We feel frustrated that we have not won this game after dominating the second half especially our wastefulness really let us down today as we should have won easily,” a frustrated Dzinkambani said.

Never the less his counterpart Nathaniel Mkamanga, said a point was a fair result for the teams.

“Being our first league match after a long period without playing football we all have to be satisfied with the performance and result and move on to our next matches,” he explained.

Meanwhile the two sides are next in action next Saturday and Sunday respectively when they will face the mouth-watering encounter with reigning champions Nyasa Big Bullets at the Karonga Stadium.

Malawi

210 MCP/UTM members in Chitipa defect to DPP

Malawi News Agency (MANA)
Over 200 Malawi Congress Party and United Transformation Movement members in Chitipa, Sunday announced their defection to the ruling Democrat Progressive Party (DPP).

By Bishop Witmos


Mzuzu, May 25, Mana: Over 200 Malawi Congress Party and United Transformation Movement members in Chitipa, Sunday announced their defection to the ruling Democrat Progressive Party (DPP).

The members were welcomed to the ruling DPP during a rally at Chitipa Boma.

DPP regional governor for the North Rev. Christopher Mzomera Ngwira, said the development was a clear manifestation that the DPP is popular in the district and the region.

“This is an indication that come June 23, 2020 when the country will have fresh presidential election, DPP will amass a lot of votes from the district as the party has always proved to be development conscious in serving the needs for the citizenry, “said Ngwira.

Accompanied by some senior leaders of the party who included DPP Vice President for the North, Goodall Gondwe, DPP Secretary General, Grezelder Jeffrey, DPP National Director of Logistics, Symon Vuwa Kaunda among others, Ngwira said the DPP has implemented a lot of development projects in the district hence the people’s confidence in the party’s leadership.

“Today, we have received 210 members from Malawi Congress Party and United Transformation Movement. This is an indication that the party has followers across the country and that we are going to triumph come June 23,” said Ngwira.

President Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika’s government ended water woes in Chitipa through the Kalenge Water Supply Project. The district is also boasting of improved road network and electricity through Malawi Rural Electrification Programme (Marep).

The district has also new projects under way and these include the Chitipa-Mbilima Road which will connect the Republic of Tanzania; Chitipa- Nthalire Road; a bus depot and stadium at Chitipa Boma.

A top DPP member and business man, Leston Mulli donated K3million to Chitipa Football Club and pledged his continued supports towards the team.

DPP Secretary General, Grezelder Jeffrey advised people in the district to rally behind Prof. Peter Mutharika during the forth coming fresh presidential election, describing the president as a true democrat.

Sub- Traditional Authority Mwakabanga commended the DPP led government for the construction of Kasama Technical College, Chisenga Girls Boarding Secondary School and Kalenge Water Supply Project among others.
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TNM Super League, Top News

Chitipa, Dwanga share spoils…Leave league status Limbow

Maravi Post Reporter
Chitipa, Dwanga share spoils…

By Lusekero Mhango

CHITIPA-(MaraviPost)-Savenda Chitipa United’s participation in next seasons TNM Super League hangs in the balance after being held to a 1-1 draw at home by a stubborn Dwangwa United side who’s league status is also hanging by a thread.


The result coupled with Mzuni FC’s fine win at Civil Sporting Club has left the Lions of Chitipa with 32 points level with the Green Intellectuals and Mtopwa with Chitipa having a worse goal difference having wind-up their league campaign along with Mzuni.

The draw meanwhile left Dwangwa in 14th place on the log table with 30 points from 29 games however fate is in their own hands knowing that a win only over Karonga United on Sunday will be enough to preserve their league status.

In a dramatic Saturday afternoon at the Karonga Stadium the visitors were first to strike a blow as they took the led in the 19th minute through a composed finish from the inform Chifunilo Mpingangela to silence an expectant home crowd.

Knowing that a win would preserve their league status the away side retreated in their own territory allowing the hosts the lion share of possession.

Hardy Nadu was the closest player to restalling parity before the break, but his 20-yard thunderbolt cannoned off the post with the Dwangwa keeper left looted to his spot.

In the second half the match began in the same fashion of the first with Chitipa doing most of the running as they searched for an equalizer.

In the 53rd minute the hosts were given a lifeline into the game from the penalty spot after Christopher Mtambo was adjudged to have been brought down in the 6-yard area but Khumbo Ng’ambi saw his kick come off the crossbar and out for a goal kick.

However, with 7 minutes to go the hosts were given another penalty after another alleged infringement by the visitor’s defence in their box and this time Charles Chipala made no mistake as he coolly stroked in the penalty to send the home faithful’s wild.

In a post-match interview Chitipa United coach Alex Ngwira, bemoaned his side’s profligacy in front of goal, attributing it to the dropped 2 points.

“We have no one to blame if we get relegated apart from us because we really should of won this match confidently going by the number of clear goal-scoring chances that we had and now our wastefulness may have cost our survival in this division,” said a visibly frustrated Ngwira.

However, his counterpart Ladwell Mbetewa, blasted the officiation accusing them of being biased in favour of the hosts.

“The officiation left a lot to be desired as the officials clearly wanted Chitipa to win and they did all that they could to make sure of that even awarding them two penalties hence I congratulate my players for not giving up despite the adversity that they faced on the pitch,” he remarked.

Sports, TNM Super League, Top News

Chitipa,KB share spoils in TNM Super League

Maravi Post Reporter
Chitipa,KB share spoils in TNM Super League

By Lusekero Mhango

KARONGA-(MaraviPost)-Kamuzu Barracks quest to chase down league leaders Be Forward Wanderers in the title race took a major hit after being held to a 1-1 draw by Savenda Chitipa United in a TNM Super League match played on Saturday.

The result left the 2017 champions still in third with 36 points from 21 matches 7 points off Wanderers who have also 2 games in hand.

While the draw lifted Chitipa up to 11th on the log table with 21 points from 20 matches.

The encounter played at the Karonga Stadium in front of a sizeable crowd saw Khumbo Ng’amba earn a share of the spoils after Ndaona Disi had put the away side into the led at half time.

Despite the two side’s having late chances to snatch all the points they were ultimately forced to share a single point each with KB having another chance on Sunday to earn the win when they take on Karonga United.

Speaking in a post-match interview Kamuzu Barracks coach Billy Pambala, expressed graditude to his players for gaining a point away from home.

“I think looking at the 90 minutes I think a draw was a fair result hence I’m happy with that and with the performances of our players”, he said.

However Chitipa United Team Manager Watson Kabaye, bemoaned the miss opportunity to grab all the three points. Saying that they were the better team on the day and should of collected the maximum points.

“The draw has really frustrated us as we created the better chances and simply should of won but we didn’t and we will swiftly move on to our next match”, he explained.

District News

Governance project phasing out in Chitipa worries Chief

Malawi News Agency (MANA)

Kameme
Kameme says the lack of magistrates denies justice in his area Kameme says the lack of magistrates denies justice in his are

Written by  Bishop Witmos

Chitipa, January 31, 2019. Senior Chief Kameme of Chitipa District has expressed concern over the phasing out of an Enhancement of Citizen Voice and Action in Local Governance Project in the district.

Speaking Tuesday during stakeholder meeting on the projects exit, he said the phasing out of the project which was facilitated by Malawi Human Rights Resource Centre (MHRRC) would affect access to justice by marginalized groups of people in his area.

Kameme said that situated almost 10 kilometres away from Chitipa Boma, his area has had no magistrate for a number of years despite having a court room and staff houses.

He pointed out that MHRRC has been supporting magistrates from Chitipa Boma to be conducting mobile courts in his area since 2016.

‘‘Having situated far north, along the borderline of the two countries, Malawi and Tanzania communities in my area, especially women who are mostly victim human rights abuses had easy access to just during the project implementation period.

‘‘Now that the project has phased out, we are very worried that the mobile courts will no longer be there,” Senior Chief explained.

Executive Director for MHRRC, Emma Kaliya said that the project has since 2016 registered many successes.

The project was implemented in Chitipa and Dowa districts with financial support from the Dan Church Aid.

Among other things, the project supported the development of service charters for some government sectors such as education, agriculture, environment, and water.

The Charters were developed with the aim of ensuring that services that are offered by the departments are well known to clients for communities to ably demand the same from duty bearers.

Politics

Rumphi-Nyika-Chitipa Road launched; President Mutharika says he will develop Malawi beyond recognition

Malawi News Agency (MANA)

President Peter Mutharika has said he will ensure that the country develops beyond recognition with improved transport network that will facilitate the country’s economic development.

Mutharika was speaking Thursday at Bolero Rural Growth Centre Ground in Rumphi when he addressed a rally after launching the 241 kilometer Rumphi-Nyika- Chitipa Road construction project.

“For so long previous governments have made promises that they will construct this road but nothing has materialized but today we are happy that construction of the road has commenced. This road will also connect Wenya and Nthalire Rural Growth Centre,” he said.

He said once completed the road will transform the status of the people in Rumphi and Chitipa as they will now have access to better markets for their products at the same time creating employment opportunities during the construction period.

“This road will open Nyika to the outside world through tourism and it will be a token to tourism,” he said.

Mutharika said the road project is an addition to other projects such as Njakwa-Livingstonia Road, community stadium and Teachers Training College which his administration is implementing in the district.

“Malawi will soon have a better road network and I want this country to transform into a middle income country that will later attain the levels of Taiwan and Singapore economies,” he said.

He said his administration would focus its attention on transforming the rail sector with the construction of a railway line from Chilumba to Mbeya which he said is one of the projects earmarked in the current Transport Master Plan.

Mutharika said his administration would rehabilitate Karonga-Nsanje M1 Road into a dual carriage way besides rehabilitating Salima —Dwangwa Road and construction of Jenda-Edingeni Road among others.

The road which is located in Rumphi and Chitipa districts has already been upgraded to bituminous standard from Rumphi Boma up to Lunyina Bridge where the current project starts from and will be upgraded in phases passing through Bolero, Hewe via Nyika National Park.

Once the road is completed, it will ease access to Nyika National Park which is one of the largest world life conservation centres with a lot of wild animals for tourist attraction, thereby enhancing its contribution to the country’s economy.

It is also expected that minibuses and buses will be introduced on the road as such passengers will be paying and spending less time on travels between the two districts.

As the road passes through agricultural area, it will also ease transport problems of farm produce and inputs to and from various markets.

The project is being implemented barely three months after the launch of the Transport Master Plan which among other things, gears at providing reliable and durable roads to assist rural areas have access to income generating activities and social amenities such as health facilities and schools.

The construction project which has been awarded to Mota Engil is expected to be completed in January 2020.

Malawi, Sports, TNM Super League, Top News

Wizards, Chitipa, Blantyre united out; Masters survive

Maravi Post Reporter

By Rabson WOODWELL

With 5 games to rubber stamp everything in the 2017 TNM Super League, the trio Premier Bet Wizards, Chitipa United, and Masters Security FC have seen their way out; being separated from real men as they have failed to adapt the environment in the league.

Wizards Football Club who bounced back into Super League of Malawi in 2017 season through play offs have failed to fight for themselves to remain in the league this year. Their deciding match was against Mayale Barracks FC on Sunday 17 December, which they lost 3-0 in Mzuzu.

Wizards managed to collect 27 points from 30 games. Of 30 games, they won 7 matches, drew 6 and lost 17 and they will be returning to the southern region league in Blantyre. Fellow Blantyre united have also faced back to Masters Security Southern Region League after failing to survive the taste, registering 6 victories, 6 draws and 18 loses.

Completing the relegated trio is Chitipa United who gave the most Christmas to many teams this season losing 22 games, wining 4 and drew 4. Turning the interest to the CAF Confederations representative for Malawi Masters Security who have finally survived the scare at last after obtaining vital 3 points at the hand of Kamuzu Barracks fc in Dedza on the weekend.

Masters have finished on position 12 with 31 points, winning 7 games, drawing 10 and losing 12; and will be playing their last match on Sunday 24 December, 2017.

The statistics give warning to them as a team taking part in a continental show this coming year. However, their coach Abasi Makawa was quick to say they are so happy that they have finally escaped relegation.

“It’s good we have fought the battle for our own and this is what we wanted to remain in the league, our focus will be on how we will do about next season. We are also trying to put everything in place for our next assignment in CAF Confederations Cup where we will start in preliminary round and we hope for the best.

“We relied on this game to remain in the league that’s why we worked so hard to make sure we win the match and at the end of the day we beat the soldiers at our Dedza stadium.” Makawa happily said.

The last matches of this year’s season will be played on the 23, and 24 December, 2017 weekend as 2017 TNM Super League champions who have reached two cup finals this year Be forward Wanderers FC will be taking a ceremonial match against Red Lions FC at Civo stadium in Lilongwe on Sunday 24 December, 2017 while Nyasa Big Bullets will be taking on Masters Security at MDC stadium on the same day.