Almost a dozen of Malawi’s top urban musicians have vowed to set ablaze Lilongwe Golf Club during Onesimus Home Coming Concert on Sunday afternoon.
The artists Suffix, Janta, Nathan Tunes, Gwamba, FredoKiss, BlakJack, Piksy, Sixth 6th, Biggie Lu said they are geared for historical showdown as one way of welcoming back home Malawi’s true son who has been representing the country well for the past five years in various countries across the globe.
Apart from performing on stage as a musician, Blakjak, a renowned Times TV personality will also man the mic alongside another award winning TV presenter Priscilla Kayira.
That is not all. South African top musicians Vusi Nova and Ishmael (the Avulekile legend) have also vowed to dish out their best, according to a press statement signed by Onesimus Manager Tonderai Banda.
Onesimus getting blessings from his spiritual father and one of the concert sponsors Major 1 Shepherd Bushiri
Tonderai says Onesimus fans should brace themselves for a treat they will live to remember for the rest of their lives.
Tonderai then thanked all various partners who have supported the show.
Some of the sponsors and partners are Major 1, MNext Electronics, HG Communications, Epic, Five79, Entertainers Promotion, Mutha Land and Cold Mountain Media Limited.
The concert has been pegged at MK2, 000 per head in advance and K5, 000 at the door while VIP limited tickets are going at K30, 000.
“Tickets are selling as hot cakes at Webticket and all Puma shops in Lilongwe,” said Tonderai.
Onesimus, born Armstrong Kalua, who left Malawi in 2013 for South Africa as music export, is a multi-talented musician and award winning musician who has performed in several parts of the world.
AWS Trucking, a company belonging to late Sidik Mia’s brother, which has won MK836 million tender to supply goats to the Department of Disaster Management Affair (DoDMA), says the company is apolitical.
The Company’s managing director, Mr Khalid Mia told Malawi Voice on Thursday amidst rumors on the social media indicating that DoDMA awarded the multi-million kwacha tender to AWS due to its connection to late Sidik Mia, who was Malawi Congress Party (MCP) Vice President.
The managing director said: “We are fully into business and we are not in any way connected to politics.
“AWS followed all the tender requirements to win this contract of supplying goats to DoDMA starting from normal process of submitting applications after we saw an advert in the newspapers.”
“People win tenders worth billions to supply different things, so what’s the problem with us? Just because my brother was a politician? Asked Mia.
Mia, further appealed to Malawians to stop associating his business and proprieties with anything pertaining to politics.
“My brother was a politician and myself a businessman, therefore people should learn to treat us as such. I have been doing this business for quite number of years and l have been winning tenders in a fair manner just like this tender,” said Mia.
Butchered ready for distribution
He said AWS Trucking, with its sister company Flatlands has been supplying goats and cattle in thousands consistently for more than 20 years for Kurban (Muslim Festival) and to a chain of butcheries and supermarkets. Their clients include Islamic Relief Malawi, National Zakat Fund of South Africa and private Muslims Groups from Malawi, South Africa, UK and Saudi Arabia.
“AWS Trucking has established farms including one at Chapananga with holding facilities for thousands of goats. We operate refrigerated trucks and live animal transportation trucks and trailers suitable for goats, cattle and frozen fish,” he said.
Asked to clarify on the name, Mia said the name AWS Trucking may sound like a trucking only company, but in their 21 years of operation they have used the same name and Flatlands for livestock, salt, fish, tyres and general trading.
“Don’t judge a company by its name.” he said.
On price, Mia said the first price was not based on buying alone but included the Bidding Expenses, Bid Security, Bank Reconciliation, Performance Security, establishing and operating goat buying stations.
“That is not all. It also include collecting goats from buying stations, holding goats at farm, veterinary services, delivering to EPAs and Report and Invoice,” he said adding that AWS Trucking, was registered on April,3 2000.
Apart from AWS, The Department of Disaster Management Affair (DoDMA) has also awarded contracts to ASIP and A-Investments.
Off to distributionSharing with the communityThey have also huge cattle farm
Vice President Saulos Chilima on Wednesday oozed confidence emphasizing that the Tonse Alliance administration will deliver on its promises stressing that “some of us must be given the benefit of the doubt that we know what are doing.”
The Vice President was speaking at the launch of 2020 Malawi Poverty Report presented by the National Statistical Office.
The report is derived from a study by the National Statistical Office (NSO) done with support from the World Bank and it is expected to highlight strides made and challenges faced in fighting poverty in the country.
The Vice President said much as the report connotes negativity but the document was important to the country because it provides recommendations for a complementary two-track approach.
“This two-track approach entails responding effectively to our urgent challenges – COVID 19 being one of them – in the short term while continuing to focus on long term developmental goals as outlined in the MW2063, the country’s development blue print,” said Chilima.
He said in the short term, most of what was promised by the Tonse Alliance Administration will be fulfilled in a phased manner and that eventually everything that was promised will be fulfilled.
“I know, high poverty and unemployment levels are a concern and COVID 19 will no longer be an excuse. We will have to move on as a country regardless. Therefore give some of us the benefit of the doubt that we know what we are doing,” Chilima said.
Chilima said in the worst case scenario some promises could be modified to meet the reality on the international stage but no single promise will be abandoned.
This was perhaps a thin reference to the Affordable Input Program which has seen a bag of fertilizer being pegged at K7,500 this season from K4, 995 last growing year.
Commentators have still hailed government for maintaining the program despite a mounting opposition to the initiative which many believe benefits the political elite through corruption.
Among others, the report shows that poverty levels have been worsening in the central region when compared to other regions of the country. The report also indicates that poverty levels are worsening in urban areas.
All is set for the “Onesimus’ home coming jamboree” to be held at Lilongwe Golf Club on Sunday, September 26.
Dubbed “Mother of all concert”, several renowned local and international artists have confirmed and vowed to dish out their best during the party.
Icing on the cake, South African top musicians Vusi Nova and Ishmael (the avulekile legend) will be landing on Friday for the concert, according to a press statement signed by Onesimus Manager Tonderai Banda.
Tonderai says Onesimus fans should brace themselves for a treat they will live to remember for the rest of their lives.
Recently, this multi-awarding artist, who arrived in the country from South Africa some months ago, told local media that his Home ‘Coming concert’ will be massive.
ONESIMUS: My music is diverse and accommodative, so this will be an open event to anyone
The concert has been pegged at MK2, 000 per head in advance and K5, 000 at the door.
“Tickets are selling as hot cakes at Webticket and all Puma shops in Lilongwe,” he said.
“This is going to be one of the most memorable moments for me and my fans. It has been a long time.
“It feels good to have the opportunity to come back home and connect with my fans on stage. My music is diverse and accommodative, so this will be an open event to anyone,” said Onesimus.
Onesimus, born Armstrong Kalua, who left Malawi in 2013 for South Africa as music export, is a multi-talented musician who has performed in several parts of the world.
Nigerian celebrated artist Tekno is set to miss Afro-Pop Star Onesimus ‘Home Coming’ Concert slated for Sunday at Lilongwe Golf Club due to illness, this publication has learnt.
The brain behind ‘Pana’ hit Tekno, who said is down with Gastro Esophageal Reflux, was supposed to headline the concert.
In an interview with Nigerian media recently, Tekno born Augustine Miles Kelechi, said he underwent a surgical procedure called, Esophagogastric dissociation, the health condition that irritates his vocal cords and affects his ability to sing.
“The surgery was done by a robot; they cut me in five different places. After the surgery, I couldn’t move, I couldn’t breathe, couldn’t sneeze. It was hell,” Tekno was quoted as saying.
Tekno further said he was advised by his doctor to rest for two months before resuming to his dairy routine of performances, hence high chances of missing multi-talented artist Onesimus Home Coming Concert.
However, the ‘Panado’ hit maker Onesimus is yet to confirm on whether Tekno will perform at the homecoming concert or just make a guest appearance.
Onesimus, who arrived in the country from South Africa some months ago, told local media that his Home ‘Coming concert’ will be massive. The concert has been pegged at MK2,000 per head.
“This is going to be one of the most memorable moments for me and my fans. It has been a long time.
“It feels good to have the opportunity to come back home and connect with my fans on stage. My music is diverse and accommodative, so this will be an open event to anyone,” Onesimus told Nation Online.
Onesimus, born Armstrong Kalua, who left Malawi in 2013 for South Africa as music export, is a multi-award winning musician who has performed in several parts of the world.
National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has given K2 million to the Malawi Institute of procurement and Supply (MIPS) for their annual lake conference scheduled for 23to 25 September 2021 in Mangochi.
Speaking during the cheque presentation event in Blantyre, NBM plc Head of Operations Brian Boby said the conference is of great importance to the Bank because it presents an ideal opportunity to engage procurement professionals on financial solutions that the Bank is capable of providing to them.
“As we are all aware, the procurement profession is very important especially in the economy of the country because any mis-procurement of goods and services will have some reparations on the economy, hence they need our support.”
“This conference presents an opportunity for Bank participants to network with like-minded individuals and keep abreast with the latest global trends as regards procurement issues,” said Boby.
He assured the procurement professionals that NBM plc will provide all their banking needs whilst at the conference.
“We also believe that as a Bank we will benefit from the discussions at the conference because we also have our own procurement department here and that is why we are sending some of our staff members to be part of this great event,” said Boby.
MIPS Chief Executive Officer Feston Kaupa thanked NBM plc for the support saying it will go a long way in making the conference a success.
“We are always grateful for the support that we get from NBM plc and we value our business relationship which has been there for a long time now. The support we have received today will make this year’s lake conference a success,” said Kaupa.
Vice President Saulos Chilima is expected to be the Guest of Honour at the conference.
The Malawi Head of National Intelligence Services , Pastor Dokani Ngwira has been caught in a phishing Scandal, where he is sending a phishing link , a kind of cyber attack to steal information such as passwords, usernames, online user activities and other important information using outdated methods to innocent Malawians.
Ngwira has sent several citizens a malicious link which can infect their phone or computer once clicked ,in the process gaining access to their private data stored in their gadgets.
It has not been established as to why the head of intelligence in Malawi Pastor Dokani Ngwira has sunk so low to be planning on stealing information from innocent citizens.
Embarrassing as it is for the head of intelligence to be embroidered in a phishing scandal using stone aged methodologies , some experts have questioned the intergrity of the head of intelligence.
Malawians are being warned to avoid clinking the link as shown below sent by the head of intelligence in their perspective social media platforms to protect their information and gadgets .
Spying link from Malawi Head of intelligence to innocent citizens
WILLIAM MPINGANJIRA: Brushing shoulders with top executives of banks in big economies such as Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, Ghana, Kenya, Botswana, Cameroun, Angola, Rwanda and Morocco
AT only 37, FDH Financial Holdings Limited Group Chief Executive Officer, William Mpinganjira, is among the 50 Most Reputable Bank CEOs in Africa, it has emerged.
Such is his acumen in the banking and financial services sector that he could not escape the attention of continental poll on the banking gurus in Africa by Reputational Poll International, a global strategic consultancy agency that specialises in in corporate reputation management.
In the poll it has released this week, Reputational Poll International has identified 50 most reputable CEOs from banks in 16 countries spanning across the continent.
It happens that Mpingangira is brushing shoulders with top executives of banks in big economies such as Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, Ghana, Kenya, Botswana, Cameroun, Angola, Rwanda and Morocco.
The list comprise two Malawians banking CEOs. Macfussy Kawawa, CEO of National Bank of Malawi, is another Malawian.
Reputational Poll International has conducted the rating as part of its annual ranking called Executive Appraisal of Reputable Individuals which it assesses from all works of life.
It ranks Mpinganjira among the top executives who have done sterling work in revolutionising the banking sector and keeping it thriving amid the ravaging Covid-19.
“Those who have built and played an imperative role in revolutionizing the banking sector based on the following criteria; Excellence, Integrity, Reliability, Expertise, Technology, and ease of credit. They have helped their Banks attain a great height of performance,” says Reputational Poll International.
On the list is the oldest CEO Othman Benjellouna, a Moroccan banker billionaire businessman.
He is the co-founder of Bank of Africa and BMCE Bank. Also serving as the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer in 2021, his net worth is estimated by Forbes to be US$1.3 billion.
So who is this young man who has brought a spotlight of pride on the nation?
William Mpinganjira was appointed Group CEO for FDH Financial Holdings Limited in September 2020. He assumed to position following the retirement of his father, Thom Mpinganjira, from the role.
Mpinganjira is the leader of group of companies that comprises five subsidiaries, namely FDH Money Bureau, FDH Bank, FDH Advisory Services, First Discount House, and MSB Properties Limited.
Prior to his appointment at FDH Financial Holdings, William Mpinganjira worked as FDH Bank’s Deputy Managing Director.
Mpinganjira studied at the London South Bank University, where he gained a bachelor’s degree in Finance and Accounting, and attended Grenoble Graduate School of Business in France, where he gained a master’s degree in International Business.
He also attended Bangor Business School, gaining a master’s degree in Banking and Finance.
A member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Malawi, he is a Chartered Banker with the Chartered Banker Institute, and a Fellow of the Association of Certified Chartered Accountants.
He completed an Executive Development Programme at South Africa’s University of Stellenbosch Graduate Business School.
Mpinganjira is an alumnus of the London Business School and Harvard Business School, having successfully completed leadership programmes at both prestigious learning institutions.
CHILIMA: Rebuilding our economy ought to be championed by the Accountants of this country
If Malawi is to remain steady on her road to development and implementation of the MW2063 development blue print, the country needs Accountants who are gatekeepers of resources and not conduits of fraud and corruption.
Vice President Saulos Chilima made the remarks on Thursday in Mangochi when he delivered an opening statement at the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Malawi (ICAM) conference.
“If Accountants are not the forefront safeguarding our economy, then who will? Procrastination is the thief of time. Rise and defend the noble profession today and not tomorrow,” Chilima said.
The Vice President said a nation that has no semblance of discipline is on the verge of collapse.
The veep further appealed to the Accountants to familiarize with the MW2063, saying they were a crucial stakeholder group to the implementation of the development – starting with the first 10 year plan that is underway.
“As people entrusted with managing resources of this country, you are very big part and at the heart of the success of the implementation of the MW2063,” he said.
He said for instance, if the country does not have Accountants well versed in Mining – which is one of the pillars in the MW2063 – Malawi may end up seeing a flood of expatriate Accountants in our Mining sector.
“Rebuilding our economy ought to be championed by the Accountants of this country. And the Accountants of this country are here. In this room,” he said.
speaking earlier both ICAM President Phyles Kachingwe and the Chief Executive Officer Francis Chinjoka Gondwe said the institute will pursue discipline issues seriously and will continue meting punishment on errand Accountants.
The three day conference has lined up a number of influential speakers including revered Economist Associate Prof. Ronald Mangani who once served as Secretary to the Treasury and was recently once of the 15 member team that Chilima assembled to overhaul the public service whose report government is yet to make public.
Fresh from Uganda Hip-hop artist Tay Grin alongside his friend in crime Dr. Patience Namadingo otherwise known as Doc will this Friday storm Living Room in the Capital City Lilongwe in Grin’s Fire Friday.
The ‘Grin’s Fire Friday’ is a live Instagram show hosted by the Nyau King Tay Grin, in which his Instagram followers are given opportunity to video call and dance to a song of their choice.
According to a poster available to the publication, the show will start at 9 O’clock in the evening and charges are k 2000 per head.
“Ndalama zikutiyabwa ife. Hence we wanna smell good and party every weekend. Come party with The King and The Doc this Friday at Living Room in the Capital City,” posted Tay Gri on his official facebook page.
Famous club Disk Jockeys Tawa, Doufresh , Shortie , Chronik and HK2 have line up for the famous live show.
