Flames Fizzle as Malawi Celebrates 61 Years of... Independence and Incompetence?

Opposition shuns independence celebration

By Mercy Matonga: Leaders of opposition political parties were conspicuous by their absence at this year’s Independence Day celebrations, which took place at Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe Sunday. The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), the United Democratic Front (UDF) and UTM, which were absent from the celebrations, told The Daily Times that the day is not worth celebrating. UTM spokesperson Felix Njawala said his party is concerned about…

Malawi Head Coach Pasuwa Asks for More Time to Deliver for the Flames

Malawi head coach Kalisto Pasuwa says the country’s football is heading in the right direction but has called for more time to deliver consistent results. Pasuwa was speaking after his side lost 3-0 on post-match penalties to Botswana following a 1-1 draw in regulation time during a friendly match commemorating Malawi’s 61 years of independence. The former Zimbabwe coach noted that while Malawi has improved its build-up play, the team continues …

Flames Fizzle as Malawi Celebrates 61 Years of... Independence and Incompetence?

Oh, what a birthday bash it was meant to be—Malawi at 61! The drums were beating, the soldiers were marching, the dancers were dancing… and then the Flames showed up and reminded us why we don’t light fireworks near wet matches. On a day meant for national pride and celebration, the Flames decided to gift […] The post Flames Fizzle as Malawi Celebrates 61 Years of… Independence and Incompetence? appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from M…

61 Years of independence: A celebration or a disgrace? - Malawi Freedom Network

By Burnett Munthali As Malawi commemorates 61 years of independence from British colonial rule, the question of whether there is anything worth celebrating grows louder across the nation. Behind the colourful ceremonies, the parades, and official speeches lies a harsh reality: Malawi remains a country trapped in poverty, inequality, and broken systems. The Malawi Congress Party (MCP), the same party that ushered in independence in 1964, extended…