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Happy a Symon·7 Nov 2026

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K250 million budget for silver screen gala

By Jimmy Chazama: Film Association of Malawi (Fama) has unveiled a K250 million budget for its annual gathering to be held at Bingu International Convention Centre (BICC) in Lilongwe on November 26 2026. Apart from screenings of movies and discussions amo

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Creatives convene for school of arts 3rd cohort

MONETISING THE MUSE—Mandala Nico General Chief Executive Officer Donbell Mandala said Tuesday that the creative sector remains vital in contributing to the country’s economic growth and the aspirations of Malawi 2063 vision. Mandala said this in Mangochi

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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CDF flows into creative soul

By Jimmy Chazama: Deputy Director of Arts in the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture, Macdonald Maluwaya, has said the government is supporting the creative sector, as shown through its allocation of funds in Constituency Development Fund (CDF). Maluway

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Back to school after pregnancy, marriages: Malawian girls fight for a second chance

UNITED FRONT—Sinala with her mother By Lameck Masina: When Sinala Mwakapenda left school after falling pregnant at 15, she could not have imagined how difficult life would become. She says she entered a relationship with an older man to emulate her friend

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Former Mum leader, 12 year-old artist in collabo

By Mike Mataka: A 12-year old artist Beyani Mhango has collaborated with seasoned musician and former Musicians Union of Malawi (Mum) leader Bishop Reverend Chimwemwe Mhango in a track titled ‘Ndananga’. The track carries the message of repentance and sal

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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All set for Misa Dinner and Dance

By Jonas Nyasulu: The Media Institute of Southern Africa (Misa) Malawi Chapter 2023 Fundraising Dinner and Dance will be held Saturday at Sunbird Capital Hotel in Lilongwe with musician Faith Mussa set to perform. Misa Malawi Chairperson Golden Matonga Th

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Busy Signal’s love for Malawi

Jamaican musician Busy Signal dates Malawi for the fourth time in August this year. While his past outings include stints at Sand Music Festival, this time around, the ‘Rise Again’ and ‘Free Up Black People’ creator comes for charity works. The musician w

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Loud pleas for Nahec Draft Bill enactment on World Poetry Day

Voices of poets calling for the enactment of the National Arts and Heritage Council (Nahec) Draft Bill in the country have come out loud and clear as they join the rest of the world in commemorating World Poetry Day on Thursday. Creatives in the country h

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Poet sparks power and freedom behind bars

On a sunny Monday at Bvumbwe Young Offenders Reformatory Centre in Thyolo District, 20 inmates in new work suits, helmets and boots alongside some warders got busier undergoing electrical skills for freedom training led by renowned poet Luckier Chikopa. I

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Analysts say Kalisto Pasuwa lacks consistency

Some football analysts have delivered a devastating assessment of Kalisto Pasuwa’s squad selection for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifiers against Egypt. The Zimbabwean released a 24-member squad for the back-to-back fixtures against Egy

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Art in the Park back for 10th edition

The biannual Art in the Park returns to the stage with its 10 th edition, to run from May 9 to 12 2024, at Four Seasons in Lilongwe. Wildlife Environmental Society of Malawi (Wesm) runs the festival with other partners with the aim of showcasing works of

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Mpira Stadium playing surface ‘overused’

Mpira Stadium has become the home of football in Blantyre, hosting many matches at all levels throughout the week. These are men’s and women’s teams, youth and senior sides, and elite and lower-division leagues alike. Read more click:-  https://times

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Creative industry managers bemoan Blank Media Levy gaps

By Jimmy Chazama: Some creative industry executives on Monday lamented systems Copyright Society of Malawi (Cosoma) deploys in blank media disbursement. The managers said the systems were outdated. The remarks followed a meeting between Akometsi Limited M

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Bravehearts stumble in BAL qualifiers

Malawi basketball champions, Bravehearts, had a trip to forget in Zambia as they failed to qualify for the 2026 Africa Basketball League (BAL) Elite 16 for the second consecutive year. After five days of intense competition in Lusaka, Zambia, Bravehearts

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Tabitha Chawinga nominated for France top award

Malawi Women’s National Football Team and Paris Saint-Germain striker Tabitha Chawinga has been nominated for the 2023-24 Division 1 Arkema Player of the Season award following her outstanding performance in France. She will compete against teammate Grace

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Blantyre derby grosses K80.4 million in gate revenue

CASH COW—Bullets and Wanderers The Blantyre derby between FCB Nyasa Big Bullets and Mighty Mukuru Wanderers at a jam-packed Kamuzu Stadium on Saturday grossed K80,496,000 in gate revenue. This is the highest gross between clubs in domestic football. The g

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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FCB Nyasa Big Bullets to weigh Cecafa options

By Imam Wali: FCB Nyasa Big Bullets have said Council of East and Central Africa Football Associations (Cecafa) is yet to send them an invitation to the Kagame Cup slated for July 20 to August 4 in Tanzania. Bullets were invited as a guest team to the 202

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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First Couple mourns Jack Mapanje

President Peter Mutharika and the First Lady have joined the nation in mourning literary giant Jack Mapanje. In a statement, the first couple says they are deeply saddened by the passing of Mapanje, a distinguished academic and iconic writer. The couple s

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Film industry in solid progression

By Jimmy Chazama: The film industry in the country continues to make steady steps with a number of developments on the ground including production of Sona: State of the Nation Address film set for premiere later this month. Ahead of the premiere on Novemb

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Nigerian star in no-show as Theresa’s concert soars

By Jimmy Chazama Nigerian gospel singer and songwriter Ada Ehi failed to make it for the Theresa Phondo show on Saturday but despite the setback, the concert reigned. Ada Ehi, who posted a video ahead of the show that she was set for the concert at Bingu

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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St Pius Choir rekindles six decades of melody

St Pius Catholic Choir on Friday celebrated 60 years of music ministry at Apollo Auditorium in Blantyre. This was also the group’s debut performance at Apollo Auditorium, a hub that is slowly regaining its mojo since its reopening having closed in the 199

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Tay Grin loses property in fire accident

Rapper Tay Grin, popularly known as the Nyau King, has lost property following fire that gutted down his room in Lilongwe on Monday. The artist, who recently flew the country’s flag at the Trace Music Awards, said yesterday he was at a loss of words. SORR

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Paragon Arts serves ‘Shattered Silence’

By Jimmy Chazama: Paragon Arts on Wednesday treated theatre lovers to a play titled Shattered Silence at Madsoc Theatre in Lilongwe. The play, which tackles sexual reproductive health issues, is part of Paragon Arts’ Post Abortion Care awareness campaign

Divine·8 Nov 2026

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Minister warrants secure investment environment

Industrialisation, Business, Trade and Tourism Minister Simon Itaye has pledged the government’s commitment to address challenges hindering local production in order to increase export volumes. Itaye said this after touring Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCB

Divine·8 Nov 2026