Malawi Military Newswire

Photos: MDF soldier accused of forcing Kabaza operator to suck his ‘cucumber’

A yet identified Malawi Defence Force (MDF) Soldier is being accused of forcing 18-year-old Kabaza operator to perform oral sex on him as a punishment for alleged reckless riding in Likoma Island, Zodiak Online has reported.   The victim has told Zodiak …

Brave, the Malawian

Wednesday, 20 September 2023 20/09/23 OPINION Brave, the Malawian Andrew Donaldson | 20 September 2023 Andrew Donaldson reflects on SA xenophobia, and the immigrants being targeted A FAMOUS GROUSE I FIRST met Brave Lungu soon after I moved into my …

Malawi Defence Force soldier sexually abuses boy

Advertisement An 18-year-old boy in Likoma says a male Malawi Defence Force (MDF) held him hostage and forced him to suck the soldier’s manhood. The boy has told the local media that the incident happened Monday. According to the boy, the soldier accused …

MDF soldier wins K150 million in Premier Bet aviator

A 37-year old Malawi Defence Force (MDF) soldier Gift Thauzeni is K150 million rich after winning Premier Bet’s Aviator game. Thauzeni, who said will temporarily take a break from gambling to concentrate on a housing project, placed multiple bets totaling …

Obasanjo blames bad governance for military coups in Africa

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Tuesday said bad governance is at the root of the recent coup d’etat sweeping through some African countries. According to Obasanjo the practice of democracy without integrity bad governance, nepotism, and favouritism …

Niger’s ousted leader petitions Ecowas court for help

Ousted Nigerien President Mohamed Bazoum has appealed to the West African bloc Ecowas’s court for his release, his lawyer has said. A suit was filed with the court on Monday demanding Mr Bazoum’s release and reinstatement as president following his “ …

The Science of Gaming: How Video Games Boost Problem-Solving Skills in Africa and Around the World

Gaming, once considered a mere pastime, has transcended boundaries and emerged as a global phenomenon with far-reaching implications, including in the African context. While video games have faced their share of criticism and skepticism, particularly …

US announces $80 million military equipment gift to Zambia

The United States has committed to gift Zambia approximately $80 million in enhanced military equipment. This is a “grant to Zambia that will supply four Bell 412EP helicopters to the Zambia Air Force with three years of service, parts, and training for …

DRC: 2 weeks after the army killings, families in the morgue

Reconstruction of Zomba Academy’s athletes’ houses successfully completed

From rubble to this * We profoundly thank Standard Bank for being the first to assist us with K1 million when we rolled out our fundraising activities—Makumba family * It led Sports Council to also come forward with a further K1.6 million as well as our …

USA Army applauds Malawi Defence Force academy – times.mw

How Tunisia Became Europe’s Border Guard

Welcome to Foreign Policy’s Africa Brief. The highlights this week: Protests break out in Libya over slow flood response, France accuses Niger of holding diplomats hostage, Liberia proposes a controversial carbon credit deal with the UAE, and more. Kais …

FDH supports MUST Endowment Fund with K100 million

Mkulichi (left) presents the dummy cheque to Malata FDH Bank plc has given K100 million to the Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) for its Endowment Fund meant to support the needy students at the institution. Speaking during the MUST Back …

US GOVT DONATES HELICOPTERS TO ZAMBIA AIR FORCE

The United States has announced an $80 million (1.6 billion Kwacha) grant to Zambia that will supply four Bell 412EP helicopters to the Zambia Air Force with three years of service, parts, and training for the helicopters. During a press conference, Zambia …

Nomads, Silver roll out Airtel money chase

 Mighty Mukuru Wanderers set off their Zamadolo Airtel Top 8 title defence campaign this afternoon when they face Silver Strikers in the first leg of the quarter-finals at Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe. It will mark the start of the sixth edition of …

In UN speech, Netanyahu threatens Iran with ‘credible nuclear threat’

(September 22, 2023 / JNS) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared to threaten Tehran with nuclear weapons in his Sept. 22 address at the U.N. General Assembly. “Iran must face a credible, nuclear threat. As long as I am prime minister of …

Israeli, Emirati foreign ministers mark three years since Abraham Accords

(September 21, 2023 / JNS) Israel’s Foreign Minister Eli Cohen met with his Emirati counterpart Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly in New York on Wednesday. It was the first face-to-face encounter between the two …

Malawi: Phase 2 polio campaign- a timely intervention

Lilongwe - Malawi is running a second phase of a national polio vaccination campaign targeting over 9.5 million children below the age of 15 years in all districts of Malawi running from 13th to 16th September. Immunizing all children including those that …

Africa’s ‘Leaders for Life’

Introduction Sub-Saharan Africa is home to many of the world’s longest-ruling heads of state. Some postcolonial leaders in the 1960s and 1970s sought to become “president for life,” with several managing to remain in power for three or more terms. By the …

Une délégation ukrainienne visite le centre d'excellence canadien sur la santé mentale des vétérans et de leurs familles

OTTAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA, September 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- L’Institut Atlas pour les vétérans et leur famille a été honoré de recevoir aujourd’hui la visite de la première dame de l’Ukraine, Olena Zelenska, à la tête d’une délégation ayant …

Ukrainian delegation visits Canada’s centre of excellence on mental health conditions for Veterans and Families

OTTAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA, September 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Atlas Institute for Veterans and Families was honoured today by the visit of the First Lady of Ukraine, Olena Zelenska, leading a delegation to explore international leadership …

Breakthrough Saltwater Flow Battery Enables Desalination and Green Hydrogen Production through Tunable Charging

Novel saltwater flow battery stores renewable energy and purifies water, harnessing excess hydrogen for green energy or desalination. MADISON, WISCONSIN, USA, September 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an era demanding innovative, sustainable …

Softarms.store: Quality Airsoft Gear for Elevated Recreational Adventures

Quality Gear for Elevated Recreational Adventures: Where Excellence Meets Excitement LITHUANIA, September 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the realm of thrilling recreational activities, Airsoft has emerged as an immersive and adrenaline- …

AUVSI Announces Formation of New Defense Advocacy Committee

ARLINGTON, VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES, September 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) today announced the formation of a new Defense Advocacy Committee. The Committee will advance policies …

VCNO Hosts 25th International Seapower Symposium in Newport

NEWPORT, R.I. – Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti welcomed international heads of Navy and Coast Guard from nearly 100 nations at the U.S. Naval War College in Newport, Rhode Island, September 19-22, for the 25th International Seapower …

SECNAV Del Toro Statement on the Swearing-In of Gen Eric Smith as 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps

Today, I was thrilled to swear in Gen Eric M. Smith as the 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps. This day is one of the greatest honors I’ve had in my two years as Secretary of the Navy. I was extremely proud to nominate Gen Smith for the job, and I am …

Women, Peace, and Security Symposium Held in St. George’s, Grenada

The symposium included a panel discussion with U.S. Navy service members attached to the USNS Burlington, members of Grenada’s Ministry of Social & Community Development, Housing and Gender Affairs, and members of the Royal Grenada Police Force. The …

SVI Technologies, Inc. Deemed “Awardable” for Department of Defense work in the CDAO’s Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace

CALABASAS, CA, UNITED STATES, September 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SVI Technologies, Inc. (SVI), a leading innovator of compact, AI-powered, LiDAR-Chip technology today announced that it has been given “Awardable” status by the Chief Digital …

A 28th Major Improvement to the Integrated Visual Augmentation System

Generating a realistic One World Terrain for enhanced simulation USA, September 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A major reason for the Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS) is to enable a battle to be rehearsed many times before having to …

Firefighting Drone Market Expected to Touch $2.4 Billion by 2031, Driven by 10.2% CAGR Growth | Allied Market Research

PORTLAND, OREGAON, UNITED STATES, September 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As per the report published by Allied Market Research, the global firefighting drone market generated $0.97 billion in 2021, and is expected to reach $2.4 billion by 2031, …

SECNAV Delivers Remarks at the Inaugural DON STB Meeting

Good morning, everyone, and welcome to the inaugural meeting of the Department of the Navy’s Science and Technology Board! In a few minutes, I will be swearing in our board members, officially welcoming them as our Department’s newest force-multipliers. …

2023 Information Warfare Waterfront Conference

The IW Waterfront Conference offered members from the “Five Eyes” (FVEY) Alliance + Japan the chance to discuss the integration of IW capabilities for upcoming combined maritime operations and exercises with allies and partners to ensure a free and open …

SECNAV Delivers Remarks at the International Seapower Symposium 25

Good morning, everyone! It is wonderful to be with you all here at the Naval War College in beautiful Newport, Rhode Island for the 25th International Seapower Symposium. First and foremost, I would like to thank each and every one of you, your spouses, …

Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti Delivers Closing Remarks at the International Seapower Symposium

What a terrific week this has been. The United States Navy is truly honored to have been able to host you here in Newport, and it was a great privilege for me personally to have spent the last few days with you. It's been wonderful to see the …

QuickMountTV Waives $500,000 In Franchise Fees For Qualifying Veterans Through It’s VETLAUNCH Program

NEWPORT BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, September 21, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- QuickmountTV, a well-known television mounting company, has recently launched an exciting franchise program called VETLAUNCH. This program aims to support military …

World’s largest philosophy and music festival, HowTheLightGetsIn, will be held on 23 and 24 September, 2023 in London.

HowTheLightGetsIn, 2023 (World’s largest philosophy and music festival) will be historical and might even revolutionize science. INDORE, MADHYA PRADESH, INDIA, September 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The upcoming HowTheLightGetsIn festival - …

Major General John H. Russell Leadership Award honors Dave McCormick

McCormick to receive 2023 award from Marine Corps University Foundation NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 21, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dave McCormick will be honored with the 2023 Marine Corps University Foundation (MCU Foundation) Major …

Beacon EmbeddedWorks Hosts Inaugural “Beacon of Hope Day” with Over 180 Hours of Volunteer Service

COMPANY DEMONSTRATES COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITY THROUGH DIVERSE VOLUNTEER EFFORTS EDEN PRAIRIE, MN, UNITED STATES, September 21, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Beacon EmbeddedWorks, a discoverIE Group company and leading global provider of embedded …

Small Arms Market Size Expected to Reach $14.2 Billion by 2032 | Allied Market Research

OREGAON, PORTLAND, UNITED STATES , September 21, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, titled, “Small Arms Market," The small arms market size was valued at $8.4 billion in 2022, and is …