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    BULLETS MAKE HISTORY WITH K3.4B FROM FCB AND ZONSE LOTTO AHEAD OF 2026/27 SEASON BY ADRIAN SIMANGO First Capital Bank has increased its sponsorship of Nyasa Big Bullets from K500 million to K3 billion over three years a 600% raise     making it the biggest backer in Malawian football. Zonse Lotto has also joined with K400 million, positioning Bullets as the most financially supported club ahead of 2026/27 season. Nyasa Big Bullets team: most  financially supported club  | curtesy  of Bullets team Zonse Lotto Brands Manager Francis Mutuwawila said that the partnership is rooted in shared values and a strong connection with the people.” We believe this club belongs to the people. It represents millions who live and breathe the game - and that is why this partnership means so much to us," he said. He added that the partnership goes beyond branding, with a focus on creating opportunities and engaging supporters. “This is more than visibility on...

FREE EDUCATION BUILT ON SHAKY GROUND BY ADRIAN SIMANGO (OPINION STORY) Malawi is making a big change by offering free education to community day school students. This sounds like a good idea to help everyone get an education.  However, there is a problem that many children in Malawi are not learning much in school right now. According to budget 24/25 brief written by UNICEF Malawi   found that Only 19 out of 100 children aged 7 to 14 can read well, and only 13 out of 100 can do basic math. This means that even if children go to school, they might not be learning what they need to. So, the big question is, will free education truly make things better, or will it just add more problems? Linga community students: looking surprise for the change in syllabus| curtesy UNICEF Just like with taxes, simply giving free education to everyone in the same way won't work perfectly. Malawi's schools are very different from each other. Some have more supplies, better buildings, a...

  Mzuzu City Faces Waste Management Crisis by Adrian Simango Mzuzu market vendors have raised concerns over uncollected garbage, which they say is creating a health hazard and an unsightly environment among them. One of disposal site in Mzuzu: creating bad environment | Adrian simango One of the vendors Chimwemwe Saidi said “the piles of waste that have been left unattended for an extended period of time continue to bring frustration among business operators and their customers. If this continues it might bring some health-related problems hence called upon relevant stakeholders to quickly on the matter. "she said. In response to these concerns, MacDonald Gondwe, spokesperson for the Mzuzu City Council, acknowledged the issue saying “We are aware of the problem this is happening due to a critical shortage of functional waste collection vehicles.one operational refuse collection truck serving a large population, the council is struggling to keep up with demand. We ha...

    PETER PHIRI CAPTURING  REALITIES   THROUGH STREET PHOTOGRAPHY     By ADRIAN SIMANGO Peter Phiri a photojournalist and founder of Curiosity Diaries is proving that young people can turn simple ideas of street visuals into impactful business. with passion for photography through his street photography.He is quickly becoming prominent a figure in the photography industry as  he captures honest moments, emotions, and stories from everyday people. Because of this, modern art becomes more real, relatable, and connected to society instead of being only about perfection. He has    captivated attention to his peers, celebrities and professionals alike with his unique capturing. Balancing storytelling with art in photography is a challenge but Phiri embraces it Wholeheartedly. “Balancing storytelling with art in photography is not easy, I  focus on telling the truth first, I try as much as possible to not alter any part of the sc...