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Robert Chiwamba set to launch new poetry album

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Poet Robert Chiwamba

Poet Robert Chiwamba is set to release his newest poetry audio project titled “Kwa Mayi Chiwamba” to be launched this coming Sunday, 8th November at Chrichi Multipurpose Gardens in Chitawira, Blantyre. [caption id="attachment_97331" align="alignright" width="560"]Poet Robert Chiwamba Poet Robert Chiwamba[/caption] “Kwa Mayi Chiwamba”, which has 33 poems, is Chiwamba’s second poetry release following the successful 2012 “Chanco Munthawi Yanga” which comprised 31 poems, among them the popular “Mudzafa Imfa Yowawa”, “Kwainu Mahope Anga Ndilira” and “Adzaima Penapake”. Some of the sensational compositions making the new project are “Pampanda”, “Malemuwa ndi Ndalama Zanga”, “BP Yanga Yakwera”, “Takumana pano ndi pa Msika” and “Kukhala Mmalawi ndikulimba Mtima”, which are already enjoying massive airplay on different radios across the country. “The album is dedicated to my mum for her love and care on me and my siblings, thus the title ‘Kwa Mayi Chiwamba’. It has everyday life experiences as its inspiration as it talks about daily experiences,” explains Chiwamba. The 25-year-old Lilongwe based poet adds “the message is from God to his people, from the poor to non-novernmental organisations and government, from an ordinary person to another”. “Kwa Mayi Chiwamba” project was recorded at Audio Clinic Studios in Blantyre by Uncle Layi and Marvin Hanke. The CDs will be sold for the first time during the Blantyre launch. After unveiling the album in Blantyre, Chiwamba is expected to take the launch to Lilongwe on Sunday the 15th of November, 2015 and the venue is Capital City Motel. At the Blantyre launch, guest artists will include musician Giddes Chalamanda, the Chichiri Dancing Troupe as well as poets Mada Nyambo, Raphael Sitima, Sylvester Kalizang’oma, Mr. Malawi and Atcheya, among others. In Lilongwe, musician Lulu will join Mtendere Dancing Troupe, Mada Nyambo, Josephy Madzedze, Hudson Chamasowa, Mr Malawi, Aunt Gate and others to support Robert Chiwamba during his launch. Robert Chiwamba has quickly established himself on Malawi’s poetry landscape commanding a large following from both the youth and adults. He can write, arrange and recite in both English and Chichewa, although he has specialized and is mostly known for his native Chichewa verses for easy understanding and communication of messages carried in his poems, considering Malawi’s high illiteracy levels.

GOtv hikes subscription, remove channels – Multichoice Malawi

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GOtv, which uses the latest generation digital video broadcast, a cheaper selection of programming from Africa as well as international channels

GOtv customers in the country will from this Sunday start paying more for subscription following decision by Multichoice Malawi to increase prices. [caption id="attachment_53642" align="alignright" width="600"]GOtv, which uses the latest generation digital video broadcast, a cheaper selection of programming from Africa as well as international channels GOtv, which uses the latest generation digital video broadcast, a cheaper selection of programming from Africa as well as international channels[/caption] Multichoice is expected to increase monthly subscription price effective 8th November, 2015 for both GOtv Value and GOtv Plus bouquets. The subscription price has been increased from K3,400 to K3,800 for the GOtv Value bouquet and from K4,700 K 5200 for the GOtv Plus bouquet. Multichoice Malawi Sales and Marketing Manager, Chimwemwe Nyirenda said the increase was due to depreciation of Kwacha as well as a rise in operation costs. ''This Malawi Kwacha subscription price increase is necessitated by the increase in operating costs for Broadcasting which uses a lot of electrical energy,'' explained Nyirenda. He added: ''And the loss of value of the Malawi Kwacha against the US$ which affects license fees and the purchase cost of programming''. Asked if the increment will not have any effect on customers, Nyirenda said they had already considered their subscribers before coming up with the subscription price change. ''In determining the price increase various factors are taken into account, including the impact on the subscriber and we do not make these decisions without due consideration''. GOtv subscribers have of late witnessed a removal of some channels including One Gospel and BET2- which will be removed from 1st December. However, Nyirenda defended the decision, saying channels are removed or added to ensure subscribers get a balanced variety of programming. ''MultiChoice reserves the right to add or remove channels when assessing the performance and viability of channels on the platform. ''To facilitate a review of the content and achieve a diverse variety of programming, we took a decision to remove or add  channels  In reviewing our offering - which we do on a continual basis''. On signal challenges, he said some customers do not always understand the technicalities of installing the antenna correctly which leads to poor reception. ''We have invested a lot in training GOtv Mmisili people who can help the subscribers with technical difficulties''. Founded on January 18, 2013, GOtv is regarded as one of the cheapest pay television which has over 29 great channels, from religion series, documentaries, drama, politics, sports and music among others. GOtv is a product of Multichoice Malawi which is a new pay television aimed at providing great family entertainment and it is Africa first pay television operating using the next generation of Digital Video Broadcast standard (DVB). GOtv is available in Malawi, Zambia, Uganda, Nigeria and Kenya among other countries.

Edgar and Davis to headline E-Wallet first eviction show

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Edgar and Davis geared to perform

Malawi's acoustic kings Edgar and Davis will headline the  first eviction show of the 2015 E-Wallet talent competition slated for Saturday 7th November, 2015. [caption id="attachment_40988" align="alignright" width="547"]Edgar and Davis geared to perform Edgar and Davis geared to perform[/caption] The show is scheduled to take place at the M-Theatre in the Commercial City of Blantyre. According to E-Wallet Project Manager Anthony Kafuwa, four out of the 12 contestants will face the chop. Kafuwa said all the contestants are currently camping at Monarchy square where they are also doing their rehearsals ahead of the big day. He said the theme for the first eviction show is titled "Oldies, 80's and 90's". Meanwhile, voting is still in progress and voters can participate by sending the number of their favourite contestant to stay in the show by sending a text message of the number to 541541 using all networks. The list of contestants include Mwayi Matiti and Kenwell Burton representing Northern Region, Shadreck Amos and Sigele Ackim representing the Central Region while Ernest Masi, Kelvin Zalimba, Khumbo Manda, Jeremiah Chikhwaza, Shanice Tandwe, Rita Kalonga, Annie Kapanda and Eunice Mhango represent the Southern Region. The 2015 E-Wallet talent show was launched a fortnight ago where contestants made their debut performances. This year’s competition will be beamed on a number of television stations including Zodiak, Joy and Mtv. The grand prize for this year is a brand new Nissan Tilda.

Sipe, Junior C to co-host UMP Festival

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The duo of Sipe and Junior C will host the 2015 edition of the Urban Music Party (UMP) Festival. The 4th edition of the UMP Festival takes place on Sunday, November 8, at the BAT Ground in Blantyre. [caption id="attachment_97392" align="alignright" width="461"]sipe sipe[/caption] The event, held by Nde’feyo Entertainment, is the celebration of urban music and culture in Malawi. Unveiling the two as hosts, Nde’feyo Entertainment co-director Khumbo Munthali in a statement observes thatSipe and her partner make a distinctive and exciting pair to anchor the urban show. Sipe, real name Siphelire Chitambo, is a former Big Brother Africa (BBA) Malawian housemate and is regarded as one of the most stylish female celebrities in Malawi. She is also a musician and actress. Junior C, born Mphatso Chaluluka, is not new to UMP. The television/radio personality and rapper has hosted previous UMP events. “The two have a thing in common, which adds value to the event. Junior C brings his experience and command to the show, while Sipe adds elegance. “We were also looking for gender balance as well as that Blantyre-Lilongwe connection and they are both performers in their respective standings,” says Munthali. The 2015 UMP Festival celebrations will start with a pre-party Saturday night at the Blue Elephant where music artists Diktator, Bucci and Trumel are scheduled to perform. Guest artist, Chimzy Kelly from Zambia, and several local artists billed to perform at the main event will also make a greet and meet appearance at the Blue Ele party. The event on Sunday will start at 10am and features star-studded performers Chimzy Kelly and Malawi’s own Gwamba, Diktator, Fredokiss, Piksy, Sangie, BarryOne, Bucci, Blakjak, King Jillz & Josh, Home Grown African, Sonye, Martse, Janta, Mafo, Trap Squad, Young Kay, Tech Dali and Daredevilz. The show will also feature a fashion show and special acts including spoken word, a dance showdown and an MC battle. Winners of thedance competition and rap battle will receive K50,000 cash prizes.  

Tumaini festival at Dzaleka Refugee Camp set for November 14

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tsunami festival

The Dzaleka Cultural Association (DCA) has announced that the 2015 Tumaini Festival will take place on 14 November at Dzaleka Refugee Camp in Dowa.tsunami festival Speaking in an interview, Festival Director Trésor Nzengu Mpauni also known as Menes la Plume, said preparations towards the festival are now at an advanced stage. “The 2015 Tumaini Festival is happening on Saturday, 14 November, and it’s going to be another fun-packed arts and cultural festival. Following the success of the 2014 Tumaini festival, we decided to put together another festival this year,” he said. Mpauni further said that this year’s festival will be bigger as they have prepared a lot of activities and that the artist line-up will feature amazing talent from around Malawi and Dzaleka itself. Highlighting on the importance of the festival, Mpauni said this event presents a unique opportunity for Malawians and refugees to promote intercultural harmony through entertainment and artistic expression. “The festival brings together people from different cultural backgrounds and talents so this event provides a platform for them to share experiences and learn from each other,” he said. Tumaini festival is a cultural event that seeks to bring joy and promote cultural exchange and is supported by the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) and Plan Malawi. It features music, poetry, comedy, theatre, acrobatics, dance, traditional food and art exhibitions. The inaugural event was held on 22 November, 2014, at Dzaleka community ground and saw music performances from some of the country’s renowned music artistssuch as Blasto, Sirius, Neil Nayar, the Daughters Band and George Kalukusha. The DCA, an organization that promotes cultural exchange among refugees and Malawians, came up with the idea of having a cultural festival that should bring back hope to refugees thus naming the festival ‘Tumaini’, a Swahili word which means ‘Hope’.

Chisomo Machero is new Miss Blantyre: Malawi Poly student

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Miss Blantyre 2015 Chisomo Machero

Chisomo Machero, a student from the Malawi Polytechnic, is the new beauty queen for Blantyre city. [caption id="attachment_97500" align="alignright" width="533"]Miss Blantyre 2015 Chisomo Machero Miss Blantyre 2015 Chisomo Machero[/caption] [caption id="attachment_97497" align="alignright" width="599"]From L-R: Tunossiwe Mwakalenga, Vannessa Chiutsi, Chisomo Machero. From L-R: Tunossiwe Mwakalenga, Vannessa Chiutsi, Chisomo Machero.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_97498" align="alignright" width="596"]Judges from L-R: Kumbatira, Ganiza and Kumwenda. Photo by Kimpho Loka. Judges from L-R: Kumbatira, Ganiza and Kumwenda. Photo by Kimpho Loka.[/caption] The 21-year-old, currently in her fourth-year studying Accounting, was crowned Miss Blantyre Friday night. Her school mate Vanessa Chiutsi, 20, took the first princess position while Tunosiwe Mwakalenga, 19, became the second princess. The beauty pageant, which had 12 contestants, took place at the College of Medicine Sports Complex Hall. They paraded in different attires including office, traditional, casual and dinner before a panel of three judges Gladys Kumbatira, Annie Ganiza and Jones Kumwenda took them through question time. The questions centred on their understanding on the Miss Blantyre theme “beyond beauty”. “Mainly our judgement was based on their intelligence, mental capability, innovation and of course beyond beauty. As the city’s ambassador, they need to have the brains and have to be presentable,” disclosed Ganiza in an interview. The Top 5 had Machero, Chiutsi, Mwakalenga, Loveness Chikalimba and Sandra Kalua. Machero said she did not see the crown coming her way because the other contenders gave her a run for her money. “The competition was stiff, honestly I didn’t see it coming,” admitted Machero, who indicated Miss Blantyre was her first major beauty pageant. As the new Miss Blantyre, Machero said she would work with the City Council to keep the city clean and carry on with the projects which her predecessor Nerani Nthara started. She further disclosed: “I will also get involved in charity work.” During the event, a selection of the country’s urban musicians among them Blakjak, Lady Pace, Mwanache, Nesnes and Blak Nina entertained the patrons that filled the hall.

Malawi Association in Nottingham elects new executive

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New chair Stewart Glastone (L)

Malawi Association Midlands, (MAM) a grouping of benevolent Diaspora Malawians in Nottingham and surrounding areas in the East Midlands of England has overhauled the old executive committee and ushered in new office bearers. [caption id="attachment_97526" align="alignright" width="413"]New chair Stewart Glastone (L) New chair Stewart Glastone (L)[/caption] The MAM new executive committee was ushered in during a General Assembly which was held on Saturday at the Hyson Green Youth Club, Forest Fields in Nottingham. Stewart Gladstone was voted in as the new chairperson of the association while Wonderson Chideya was elected as MAM’s vice chair. Gladstone has taken over the association’s top seat from now Manchester-based lawyer Dr. Boniface Chimpango who did not contest as he has since relocated away from the midlands . Balewa Mwalwanda was elected as the association’s General Secretary with Garnet Kamwendo polled in as Vice Secretary General and Kelvin Ndema was chosen to be the association’s treasurer. During the General Assembly which was attended by Malawi Association UK chairperson, Martin Guga, members of Nyasa Daughters of  Nottingham, and Daughters of Nyasa Coventry, Elton Phiri was entrusted with the responsibility to look after entertainment affairs as director of entertainment. However, the new executive committee will have to fill other positions at an extraordinary meeting and that is the offices of Publicity Coordinator, Youth Coordinator and Director of Welfare respectively. 'Stronger together' The newly appointed chairperson, Stewart Gladstone told Nyasa Times in an interview that his mission alongside the new office bearers is to ensure unity among Malawians in Nottingham and surrounding area adding that it is important that Malawians live in harmony and together as a one people from the Warm Heart of Africa.   “We hope to bring the Malawian families and individuals in Nottingham and our catchment areas together for believe that unity among Malawians can help in building a stronger Malawian society. We are one people and together we can be stronger,” said Gladstone. He added: “We are far away from home and as Malawians we must belong together regardless of where we come from in Malawi because first and foremost we are but Malawians. We must laugh, celebrate, enjoy and or cry together. Other than that, as a Malawian community away from home we need to come together to promote our country and our culture.” “We must sell our country to our friends and workmates from other country that our country is beautiful and we need to be united to be able to that. Only us (Malawians) and nobody else can promote the image of our beautiful country for we are all ambassadors for our country and I therefore ask all Malawians in Nottingham to join us so that together we can support each other,” said Gladstone. 'Sense of belonging' In a separate interview MAUK Chairperson Martin Guga assured that Malawi Association UK as an umbrella  body for all Malawian associations, groups and charitable organisation in the UK, will do everything possible to support the new executive as has always been the case. Said Guga: “I would like assure the new executive committee that Malawi Association UK will always be at their disposal giving any support and guidance. Our working relationship between us as a mother body, MAUK and MAM has always been cordial and pleasantly affable and we hope with the new office bearers our correlation will continue to grow.” Guga implored Malawians in the UK to join Malawi Associations in their areas saying it is important for Malawians to live cohesive and solidly interconnected saying joining associations gives a sense of belonging helps so much in both times of joy and sadness especially in the Diaspora. “We are far away from home and away from our families but as Malawians, we are all related because we are all children of mother Malawi. It helps to join these association so together we can teach our children born here in UK our Malawian way of life as well as let our ourselves and our children make friends with other Malawians and together learn and teach or remind each other of our traditional and cultural values,” said the Leicester based Guga.

Manganya blasts MBC over ‘Tikuferanji’

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Usi: Those stealing relief items will be punished by God

Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) country director Michael Usi has taken a swipe at state broadcaster Malawi Broadcasting Corporation (MBC), mainly it's director general Aubrey Simbuleta for blocking latest 'Tikuferanji' episode. [caption id="attachment_81732" align="alignright" width="385"]Usi: Those stealing relief items will be punished by God Usi: Blast MBC 's 'retrogressive order' on Tikuferanji[/caption] The latest episode was supposed to be aired last Saturday, but the state broadcaster's Director General reportedly shoved the series as its content were reportedly not in favour of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) led government. Instead MBC Tv repeated a programme that was shown a fortnight ago without seeking consent from ADRA, a development that did not go well with Usi, who took trouble to confront MBC management over it. Usi, widely known as Manganya in comedy circles , said he was surprised when his eyes caught a repeated Tikufera programme when they had produced a latest series and was duly given to the state broadcaster for beaming last Saturday. "We pay them K25 million every year to have Tikuferanji beamed on state television. Their conduct breached the contract existing between MBC and ADRA "The programme was replaced following a directive from above and it is the director general himself who made this retrogressive order and chose to breach our agreement. He made the directive just because of the fear of unknown. Tikuferanji is non-partisan and is there to address issues on human rights, gender, democracy and good governance," said Usi. He said they will not produce another episode until MBC beam the series in question. When asked whether they will consider pulling out the programmes, the outspoken comedian said "they must respect the contract which is there, but if they don't go by the agreement, appropriate action will likely be taken". When contacted to provide his side of the story, MBC director general Aubrey Simbuleta declined to comment. The focus of the drama series has slowly been widening to encompass not only HIV/AIDS issues but also addressing issues on human rights, gender, democracy and other social topics. ADRA Malawi has a long history of over 20 years of implementing HIV/AIDS programs, working in a range of methods of HIV prevention, treatment and care support and 'Tikuferani' is also aimed at preventing and mitigating the impact of HIV/AIDS. ADRA uses Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC) methodologies through mass media and community based mobilization and advocacy. The drama series called Tikuferanji “Why are we dying?” produced by the ADRA Malawi has been on the radio for nearly 13 years and on television for approximately 8 years disseminating HIV/AIDS messages. And it is one of the popular television shows and it received the radio play of the Year Award at the 2008 MBC Entertainers of Year Awards, and it has been voted the best advocacy program in Malawi on radio and television.

US envoy hails Zodiak as pillar of Malawi democracy

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US Ambassador Virginia Palmer hails Zodiak

US ambassador to Malawi Virginia Palmer has singled out Zodiak Broadcasting Services as a clear example of a media house shaping Malawi's politics and democracy citing the first ever presidential debates in the run up to the 2014 polls. [caption id="attachment_97665" align="alignright" width="427"]US Ambassador Virginia Palmer hails Zodiak US Ambassador Virginia Palmer hails Zodiak[/caption] Palmer said it was pleasing that Zodiak was among key media groups in Malawi that is keeping leaders transparent and accountable to the people. She was speaking at Zodiak offices on Tuesday in Lilongwe when she paid a courtesy call. "This is good for democracy and good governance," said Palmer who said media is key to informing people about the public sector reform programme so that in turn they make contributions. She said the reforms can be well effective and efficient only if there are contributions from ordinary Malawians. The US envoy said everyone, including the media, have a role to play to make Malawi free of hunger and have their basic things in life. She said sometimes politicians avoid making tough decisions on crucial issues in fear of losing votes in the next elections, saying the media has a role to play to guide politicians in such situations. ZBS managing director Gospel Kazako said the radio station fights for gender equality, ensuring that girls are retained in school, Malawi is hunger free, fight deforestation and champion climate change matters among others. Zodiak this year is celebrating 10 years of its existence as a private commercial broadcaster and has won Media Institute of Southern Africa (Misa) Malawi chapter awards year after year.

Sangie bags her first award as Gwamba gets ‘Artist of the Year’ honour in Malawi UMP

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Sangie posing with Miss Blantyre Chisomo Machero after receiving the award.

After taking the country’s music industry by storm with her reggae vibes, female singer Sangie continues to make headway into her music profession as she won her first award on Sunday. [caption id="attachment_97684" align="alignright" width="600"]Hip-Hop artist Fredokiss connecting with fans at the UMP Festival 2015. Hip-Hop artist Fredokiss connecting with fans at the UMP Festival 2015.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_97682" align="alignright" width="398"]Sangie posing with Miss Blantyre Chisomo Machero after receiving the award. Sangie posing with Miss Blantyre Chisomo Machero after receiving the award.[/caption] The 21-year-old was announced among the 2015 Urban Music Party (UMP) Awards winners, bagging the Best New Artist accolade. The Ndirande-bred singer, who is slowly becoming a Lilongwe resident, was competing against other rising artists Tsar Leo, Black Nina and Teddy. “We have won this together,” Sangie said to the fans in her acceptance speech during the UMP Festival at the BAT Ground in Blantyre. She added: “I’d like to give a shout to the team behind Sangie, my managers, producers, the media and all of you for the support”. During the awards, which were part of the UMP Festival run by Nde’feyo Entertainment, hip-hop artist Gwamba won the Artist of the Year award. He was facing stiff competition from Nepman, Sangie and Janta. The Producer of the Year award went to Blantyre-based Tricky Beatz, producer of two of the songs that were up for Song of the Year; Nepman’s “Na Lero” and Martse feat Kell Kay’s “Mwano”. Martse and Kell Kay were the ones who went home smiling after their song came top against “Na Lero”, Janta’s “Divorce” and Sonye’s “Tsika”. After missing out on the Artist of the Year and Producer of the Year, singer-cum-producer Janta scooped Video of the Year for the song “Divorce”. Apart from the five categories, there was a special category for Lifetime Achievers and two awards went out to the late dancehall icon Mafunyeta and South Africa-based Criminal A, one of the pioneers of hip-hop music in Malawi. The UMP, a celebration of urban music and culture in the country, attracted mammoth crowds of over 4,000 fans who came out to revel with their favourite artists as they celebrate the growing industry. The party, hosted by Mphatso Chaluluka aka Junior C and ex-Big Brother Africa housemate Sipe, started with a 15-minute fashion show, before rapper Genii Blakk took over to take the fans through an MCs Battle. [caption id="attachment_97683" align="alignright" width="410"]Gwamba won UMP 2015 Artist of the Year award. Gwamba won UMP 2015 Artist of the Year award.[/caption] Local urban artists including King Jillz & Josh, BarryOne, Home Grown African, Trumel, Young Kay, Tech Dali, Daredevilz, Trap Squad, Mafo, Diktator, Piksy, Sangie, BarryOne, Bucci, Sonye, Martse, Janta, Blakjak, Fredokiss and Gwamba performed at the event. Zambia’s Chimzy Kelly was the guest artist and he was warmly welcomed by the Malawian fans as he dished out his hit tracks “Dorika” and “Malonda Ndi Kumbuyo”, which are making waves in Malawi.

Nepman has stolen my song ’Chilawe Changachi’, claims Black Nina

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Black Nina: Nepman has stolen my song 'Chilawe Changachi'

Trouble keeps on brewing on the local music scene with more ill-fated surprises being unfolded every day. Forget the Trap Squad and Soul Rebel Entertainment beef. Nepman has taken the attention after reports that he has now stolen a song “Chilawe Changachi” by Black Nina which featured him. [caption id="attachment_97848" align="alignright" width="600"]Black Nina: Nepman has stolen my song 'Chilawe Changachi' Black Nina: Nepman has stolen my song 'Chilawe Changachi'[/caption] [caption id="attachment_97847" align="alignright" width="600"]Nepman: Chilawe Changachi Nepman: Chilawe Changachi[/caption] Black Nina is quoted by Malawi Zoom that the “Na Lero” hit maker has been performing the song at various shows with Zembani Band, refusing to take him along, and that he also included the song in his album “Kunzambwe” “I should say am so much distressed by the actions of Nepman and his manager Kabol Lombwe for taking my song and now, they making money out of it without respecting my copyright rights of the song,” explained Black Nina, real name Thokozani Masona. Nepman’s Manager Kabol Lombwe could not respond to messages enquiring about the issue. According to Black Nina, Kabol vulgarly challenged him to report anywhere after he tried to reason with him. “I took up the issue with him and asked if they could at least take me to the shows so I can perform alongside Nepman even if they don’t pay me because all I want is to establish myself and get known to people. Kabol refused and then I asked him to stop Nepman from performing the song, but he never took any action until recently when I came across the news that he has included my song in Nepman’s album which he was selling in South Africa where he went to perform,” complained Black Nina. “When I asked him why he is selling my song, he rudely told me to report anywhere and stop bothering him. Am an upcoming artist and he knows that I can’t afford a lawyer that’s why he has treated me like this despite the successful project I had with Nepman. It’s so unfortunate many people don’t even know that ‘Chilawe Changachi’ is my song and not Nepman’s,” he said. After releasing “Na Leo”, Nepman got involved in a number of projects that saw artists chasing his voice for a chorus, including Black Nina, an upcoming artist from Blantyre who banged the airwaves with “Chilawe Changachi.”

Robert Chiwamba takes ‘Kwa Mayi Chiwamba’ to Lilongwe

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Poet Robert Chiwamba will this Sunday be in Lilongwe to launch his newest poetry release “KwaMayiChiwamba”. [caption id="attachment_80306" align="alignright" width="423"]Chiwamba Chiwamba[/caption] This will be the second launch after the project was unveiled in Blantyre at the Chrichi Multipurpose Gardens last Sunday. The second launch of the 33-audio poetry CD is scheduled to take place at the Capital City Motel and the event will start at 1:00pm. Chiwamba, who described the Blantyre launch a success, said he was looking forward to the Lilongwe show. “I am expecting even a better performance in Lilongwe,” said Chiwamba. “The Blantyre show went on perfect as planned. The turn up was impressive, all guest artists honoured their invitations. Above all people were satisfied with the performances.” As exciting as the show in the commercial city was, with musicians GidesiChalamanda, Davis Njobvu and his fellow poets spicing up the event, Chiwamba’s promises more fireworks in the capital city. He indicated that all guest artists who include Lulu, Joseph Madzedze, Hudson Chamasowa, Mr Malawi, Aunt Gate and MadaNyambo plus Mtendere Dancing Group were geared for their performances. In Blantyre, Chiwamba sold the first CD of his new project at K100,000, besides sellingover two hundred copies at K1,500 each. He expects to sell more copies in the capital city. “KwaMayiChiwamba” is the poet’s second audio poetry release after the 2012 “Chanco Munthawi Yanga”. Some of the compositions making the new project are “Pampanda”, “Malemu wa nd Ndalama Zanga”, “BP Yanga Yakwera”, “Takumanapanondi pa Msika” and “Kukhala Mmalawi ndi kulimbaMtima”. “KwaMayiChiwamba”, which he says is dedicated to hismother, is inspired by everyday life experiences. The project was recorded by audio producers Uncle Layi and Marvin Hankeat Audio Clinic Studios in Blantyre. Robert Chiwamba has quickly established himself on Malawi’s poetry landscape commanding a large following from both the youth and adults. He can write, arrange and recite in both English and Chichewa, although he has specialized and is mostly known for his native Chichewa verses for easy understanding and communication of messages carried in his poems, considering Malawi’s high illiteracy levels.

TB Joshua’s Emmanuel TV goes on DStv and GOtv

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MultiChoice Africa on Thursday announced the addition Emmanuel TV on both DStv and GOtv platforms and will be accessed starting from 19th November, 2015.tb dstv Emmanuel TV, a Christian television channel was founded by T.B. Joshua, Prophet of The Synagogue, Church of All Nations (SCOAN). Subscribers will get access to Emmanuel TV on DStv channel 390 and GOtv channel 82, bringing the ministry to the homes of viewers across Africa. According to Multichoice Malawi Sales and Marketing Manager, Chimwemwe Nyirenda, the channel will air 24 hours a day, seven days a week and will bring to viewers inspirational sermons from Prophet T.B. Joshua alongside dramatic healings, deliverances, miracles and touching charitable projects. ''Since its beginning in 1993, The SCOAN has grown to become one of the most sought after Christian ministries across the world. The church’s television network, Emmanuel TV was established in 2006 and has been broadcasting worldwide with a viewership of over 100 million,'' said Nyirenda in a statement. Emmanuel TV is currently one of the most subscribed Christian channels on YouTube with over 250,000 active subscribers and nearly two million followers on Facebook. Emmanuel TV’s numerous videos online have amassed well over 200 million views. One of the highlights of the channel will be the live Sunday Service which will enable viewers to listen to the teachings of Prophet T.B. Joshua, as well as partake in the mass prayers with the congregation in Lagos, Nigeria. “The purpose of Emmanuel TV is to preach the Good News of salvation to all mankind. That is what we are born for; that is what we are living for and that is what we shall die for”, says Prophet T.B. Joshua. “Emmanuel TV is committed to changing lives, changing nations and changing the whole world through the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. It has a message for the entire world and the message is quite simple: ‘Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever’. If people are to believe this, someone has to point the way and that is what Emmanuel TV is set to do.” Emmanuel TV will be available to the DStv Premium, Compact Plus, Compact, Family, Access packages and on the GOtv Value and GOtv Plus packages from 11:00am CAT on 19 November 2015.

Mercy’s Blessing movie premieres in Malawi

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Mercy captured in the movie

Mayflower Creations in association with UN Women and Ministry of Education has premiered the five time award-winning Malawi movie Mercy’s Blessing. [caption id="attachment_97901" align="alignright" width="488"]Mercy captured in the movie Mercy captured in the movie[/caption] Mercy’s Blessing is a movie about love and sacrifice where a brother sacrificed his education for his sister’s academic future. It has been screened in 10 countries; it stars Alick Chavula and Febbie Mzungu as leading characters, the soundtrack features Lucius Banda. Speaking at the premiere in Lilongwe on Friday, guest of honour, Deputy Minister of Education, Science and Technology Vincent Nghambi, said government has waged war against school teachers having sexual affairs with students. The Deputy Minister made the remarks in reference to the movie’s scene where a girl student got pregnant, failed to further her education after having an affair with a secondary school teacher for monetary and material support. “This movie has come at a critical time when Malawi is about to celebrate 16 days of gender activism,” he said, “This movie demonstrate social inequalities that hinder a girl child from enjoying her rights to education.” He further stated that government is working on making communities to own public schools so that communities should encourage girl child education. In her remarks, the movie’s director May Taherzadeh said the movie was inspired by true events. “When people see the issues artistically, it will stimulate discussions about boy and girl education. People will agree and disagree on issues whereby creating a debate to find lasting solutions to encourage girl child education,” she said.

New Malawi ‘celebirty’ hot couple: DJ Nathan Tunes and Hazel Mak

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Nathan Tunes and Hazel Mak

There is a new hot celebrity couple in town, DJ Nathan Tunes and diva Hazel Mak. [caption id="attachment_97986" align="alignright" width="400"]DJ Nathan Tunes and Hazel Mak DJ Nathan Tunes and Hazel Mak[/caption] The “Kiss Milomo” and “Lose It” stars have superficially become deeply in love since Hazel returned home from the UK in September, a couple of months after Nathan’s return from the Queen’s land. They have been inseparable lately! The couple, born Nathan Mwale and Hazel Makunganya, has been spotted together displaying their intimacy in public. The two lovebirds have also been sharing photos on social media proudly declaring how much they love being a twosome. “I’m so proud of Nathan Tunes he works so hard and there’s nothing more appealing than an ambitious man! I look forward to a wonderful future with him and building an empire together. #Powercouple”, Hazel Mak shared on Facebook recently.

Namadingo releases another banger ‘Macheza’

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Namadingo: Macheza

Just when you thought you had worn out the repeat button with “Msati Mseke”, Blantyre gospel musician Patience Namadingo is back with another hit “Macheza”. [caption id="attachment_72963" align="alignright" width="600"]Namadingo: Macheza Namadingo: Macheza[/caption] A surprise release that came out this week, “Macheza” is the singer’s second track off the upcoming record, “Lero”. The musician takes his compositions to another level as he further uncovers his creativity, going beyond the habitual “local gospel” approach. In “Macheza”  Namadingo remains true to his lyrical brilliance as he pleasingly paints a picture on the adventures in the afterlife, in heaven. It is a song that leaves music lovers across gassed and thirstier for his come-back album, set for release towards the end of this month. Namadingo has since announced that the new full album will be unveiled on the night of November 28, during a scheduled launch at the Comesa Hall in Blantyre, then at the Capital Hotel in Lilongwe the following afternoon. According to the official concert flier, “Lero” album launch will be supported by his longtime gospel brother, the “Desperate” composer and singer, Faith Mussa. After a year-long break without releasing any new material, Namadingo in August put out the hit “Msati Mseke”, a song that is still rocking the country’s airwaves. Listen to the new banger “Macheza” here: http://www.malawi-music.com/P/563-patience-namadingo/1198-macheza.

Nepman does not claim owning hit song ‘Chilawe Changachi’ – Manager

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Kabol: Nepman has never claimed that he owns the song.

The “Na Lero” star Nepman does not claim to own hit song “Chilawe Changachi”, his manger Kabol has said , responding to Blantyre up-and-coming afro rapper Black Nina’s claims that Nepman stole the song and included it on his newly-released album “Kuzambwe”. [caption id="attachment_98039" align="alignright" width="500"]Kabol: Nepman has never claimed that he owns the song. Kabol: Nepman has never claimed that he owns the song.[/caption] “Chilawe Changachi”, Black Nina’s song which features Nepman, is one of the hottest local tracks in Malawi. Malawi Zoom online entertainment news reported that Black Nina claimed Nepman thieved the hit song. But Kabol confirmed that “Chilawe Changachi” was Black Nina’s song. “Nepman has never claimed that he owns the song, but these guys had an agreement that Nepman can use the song and Nina can do the same,” said Kabol to Nyasa Showbiz. He claims that it was Black Nina who asked for the song to be included in Nepman’s compilation, but the idea was rejected based on how the song had already been popular. According tp Black Nina, the song was recorded in December 2014 before Nepman shot to fame. “The time we did that song Nepman was not a household name as he is now. I did the collabo with him because he has been a friend since 2013. First time we met at Mtanda Media in Ndirande and that was the time we discussed doing a collabo,” disclosed the artist. Black Nina says all he is asking for is his share of the sale proceeds on the song. “He can perform it, it’s a hit song and on top of that he is in the track, so he can perform it, but not own the song. They have sold the song, I need to have my share,” demands Black Nina.

Maskal breaks silence, announces new music and album

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Maskal

You probably have been wondering what musician Maskal has been up to considering his silence on new album release. [caption id="attachment_98094" align="alignright" width="498"]Maskal Maskal is back with new music[/caption] The SingJay last released an album on November 4, 2012, and it has taken him exactly three years and 12 days to announce a new album. While announcing new singles “Mnyumba Mwanga” and “Gwiritsa”, Maskal on Monday revealed that his next album after the 2012 “Umunthu” will be coming out in 2016. Making the announcement on his Facebook page, the singer, who last put out new material in October 2014, the song “Ona”, did not however disclose the exact release dates for the latest singles and album. “Hey everyone out there! It’s been a minute but hey I’m back with new singles, titled “Mnyumba Mwanga” and “Gwiritsa”. I’ll be announcing the release date pretty soon.” He told his followers. The singer, who even cut on public performances of late, added: “[I have] been on the low key ’cause I’ve been in the kitchen cooking something for you and let me proudly share the good news with you, we have the new album almost ready; it will be coming out in 2016!!”. Meanwhile, the response from Maskal’s followers, looking at their comments on his post, show that fans have been keenly looking forward to more of the singer’s new music and full album. The 2016 yet-to-be-titled album will be Maskal’s third project. Before “Umunthu”, the artist released his debut “Nthawi” in 2011.

Artists Giddy, Edgar and Davies live up to their legacy at diabetes concert

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Edgar and Davis

Artists Giddes Chalamanda, Edgar and Davies lived up to their legacy over the weekend as the best acoustic musicians in Malawi when they moved an audience with fabulous vibes in Blantyre. [caption id="attachment_40988" align="alignright" width="547"]Edgar and Davis Edgar and Davis[/caption] First to take the floor was veteran acoustic guitarist and darling of many Giddes Chalamanda who proved the old idiom old soldiers never die. He received ceaseless applause from the audience that patronised the charity concert at sports complex at College of Medicine to raise money for Diabetes Association of Malawi. Edgar and Davies, Edgar Kachere and Davies Njobvu also proved that they are not just finest lawyers in Malawi but also the finest acoustic musicians. They received outstanding ovation for the well composed songs. Writing on his Facebook wall, Edgar said that it was an honour to be invited to participate at the concert. He said he lost his father to diabetis. Chairman of Diabetis Asssociation of Malawi Timothy Mtambalika said the concert was aimed at raising K2m to K3m which will be used to buy a diabetis equipment that will e used to test level sugars at Queens Elizaeth Central Hospital in Blantyre. "But if we can raise K25m to K30m would be much better. This will allow us to buy similar equipments at Kamuzu Central Hospital and Mzuzu Central Hospital. “ He said the association also plans to buy equipment that can monitor lungs, the heart, pancreas and other body organs that are affected by diabetis.

Phyzix drops new gospel hip-hop single

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Phyzix

He is lively, creative, energetic and relevant in the game. Certainly, he knows how to keep his audience entertained and on their feet but this time he is a different mission with his music. He is out to fish people not for worldly entertainment but to turn them to their maker – God. [caption id="attachment_98188" align="alignright" width="504"]Phyzix Phyzix[/caption] He is back. Malawi’s music Afro hip-hop music prodigy Phyzix (real name Noel Chikoleka) has finally come out of his cocoon and dropped his new single, a gospel after turning to God and became a born again Christian, with a cheekily teasing “Chitsanzo” on Wednesday night. The husky-voiced urban Hip-hop lyricist and rapper Phyzix, the Cholapitsa hit-maker on Wednesday afternoon announced on social media, Facebook and Twitter, the single would be released in just a matter of hours. “New music alert! A new single is dropping today - #Chitsanzo. ‘Gamba wa Suit’ is back, but this time call me ‘Gamba wa Yesu’ with my latest single featuring MUMA award winner Danny Kalima aka Sirius. Hope you guys will like it,” he posted on Facebook. The ‘Zangoyamba Mwachibwana’ rapper who is singing about his spiritual journey in the song later followed up the announcement with a tweet saying, “Urban Gospel Hip-hop single coming today! “Chitsanzo!” “Iwe ndi uti? Gamba wopemphera, C’mon! Yeah! Phyzix. Ngati ndaborna winawake aborna! Ngati ndasintha, winawake asintha! Ngati ndamudziwa Yesu, amudziwa Yesu. Amandiwerenga mafanawa / Mayuthiwa! Ndikhale ndikhale chitsanzo cha Mafanawa, cha Mayuthiwa...” sings Phyzix in part with Kalima spicing the song with his silky-soft voice that is doing nothing but soothing the listeners’ pregnant hearts and at the same time massaging their souls. The track is the single single off Phyzix’s highly-anticipated upcoming gospel album, “Gamba wa Yesu,” following his last secular album “Gamba wa Suit.” Phyzix who is marketer by profession but one of the popular rappers in Malawi music echelons because of his ghetto approach to his music, a few months ago announced to his fans and the music world that he has received Jesus Christ as his personal saviour but did not say anything about his future in music as regards his new status thereby leaving his fans and music lovers in a quagmire. But now the good news is he is back but it seems with a mission to turn the youth to God if the message in his latest single, Chitsanzo is to go by. In the song the Cholapitsa star makes it clear in the song which has been produced by his day one music protégé, Daredevils and BFB that he will from now onwards be the example for the youth to follow but is cautious and warns that he is not as clean as a slate emphasizing that he will only be an example for them to follow so he can lead them to Jesus Christ, the son of God the almighty. The Born again Music whiz kid appears to have changed only the message in his music but he has maintained his style, flamboyance and music and he is crediting it all to God for helping him turn his life around. Since becoming a born again, Phyzix has tried so hard to live his old ways as a secular music artist but dedicated his time to God. The cover art the song is very suggestive of Phyzix’s statement of intent as it features the young children sweetly holding and looking at a placard emblazoned with the words ‘Chitsanzo.’ Pure genius! In an interview, Phyzix who is getting engaged next month, on December 6th 2015, to his sweetheart and soul-mate, and fellow musician and Zodiak Broadcasting Station (ZBS) TV personality Ruth Kulaisi, says gave his life to God and will use his music to preach the gospel of the youth. “My spiritual journey has been a rollercoaster since I turned to God. I am enjoying my new life. I am happy. However, I will continue with my music but this time I will use it to help my fellow youth and young adults to turn to God. I don’t claim to holy, I am will only be spreading the good news about the kingdom of God through my music,” he said. He added: “I haven’t changed anything on my music apart from the message. I will play the same kind of music because most young people can relate to it, what is important is not the genre of music rather it is the message in it that matters. I am happy I turned to God.” Asked on how he feels about his forthcoming engagement to his fiancée Ruth, Phyzix said he is looking forward to the big day. “This is one of the greatest days in my life. I am looking forward to getting engaged to my best friend and soul mate. She is the best thing that has ever happened in my life and I thank God for her,” he said. Listen to Phyzix’s new Afro hip-hop Gospel single here: http://m.malawi-music.com/song.php?id=3356
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