The AfricaNews articles of Ngangamtoja
The Rate of Hiv/Aids Among Muslim Women in Malawi is High
- Muslim Sisters AIDS Network (Musanet), a non-governmental organization in Malawi has expressed shock at the current prevalence rate of HIV/AIDS among Muslim Women forcing it to bring together members from various HIV/AIDS support-groups to brief them on how to manage the situation. In an interview in Blantyre at the closing of a three-months training on HIV//AIDS, Musanet chairlady sister Jameela Lire said at the beginning her organization thought that there was not even a single Muslim woman who was HIV positive and after a thorough research, it was surprising to note that over 200 out of 1,000 members were living with the virus. “We are really shocked as Musanet to see that t…NIFA President Praises Muluzi, As The Drama Carries On
- It was a day to remember for the Malawian Muslims to see the former president of Republic of Malawi, Dr. Bakili Muluzi who is currently recovering from back problems joining them at Eid Fitr Prayers organized by Nikah and other Islamic Functions Association (NIFA) at Upper Stadium in Blantyre on Friday. The former president arrived at the venue at exactly 9:00 am and were welcomed by Mufti Cassim Abbas, NIFA president, Amani Kunje and other big Sheikhs. On speaking to this reporter, Nikah and other Islamic Functions Association president, Brother Amani Kunje praised the former UDF leader saying his presence made the prayers to be historical. "It is an honour to me and NIFA o…Blatter Pray to see Nelson Mandela at World Cup Opening
- It is a prayer of FIFA President Sepp Blatter to see Nelson Mandela at the 2010 World Cup inauguration ceremony on June 11, 2010. Mandela is now ageing and travelling for him is difficult but Blatter hopes former South Africa president will be able to attend at least one World Cup game. “We are all wishing for this but he is at the stage where one day he really may no longer be with us,” Blatter was quoted in local newspaper, Daily Sun. “I once had breakfast with him in Zurich and he said ‘My dream has come true’ and I told him: ‘You have to be there for it.’” Mandela was present in May 2004 when South Africa won such a hard-hit…Nigerian striker Idahor dies
African football fans on Saturday were shocked after recieving a bad news that Nigerian striker, Endurance Idahor collapsed and died in Sudan during a league game. - Reports across the internet said that Idahor had collapsed in 13th minute of the match and appeared to have been hit by an elbow while another report suggested that he swallowed his tongue.
The referee did not hesitate but to immediately stop the game after consultations with officials -before Al-Merreikh fans began to throw stones on the pitch. It is believed that Idahor died on the way to the hospital.
Medical experts report says Idahor died of heart attack.
In 2003, he was playing for Julius Beger in Nigeria Premier…MALI BEAT MALAWI IN 2010 AFCON FINALS
- Malawi national football team suffered a painfull 3-1 loss against hungry Mali at Camnida's Chiazi Stadium in the ongoing 2010 Africa Cup of Nations Tournament in Angola. Fredric Kanoute and Seydou Keita separated the two sides in early three minutes into the game due to poor Flames defence and poor goal keeping for Swadick Sanudi. The first half ended two nil in favour of Mali but Malawi got an equaliser in the 57th minute through Russsel Mafuliwa. From there Malawi seemed to have dominated the most of the game but Russel Maluriwa missed alot of clear chances which would have led Malawi to sneak into the Afcon quarter finals for the first in their football history. Mali…Malawi Eyeing For Quarter Final Spot
- The Malawi national football team, The Flames are eyeing for their first quarterfinal spot in their final Group A game as they face Mali in a battle field, Cambinda Today. After suffering a crushing 2-0 defeat to the Angola last week, the Flames have vowed to bounce back and show Mali what a southern football is really like. If Flames win this game will completely put Kinnah Phiri’s orchestra back on track for a second win and lead the Group A. Malawi’s lose Against Angola's Black Antelopes on Thursday last week, was described as due to the hostile crowd and they were psychologically affected with treatment they received when they were not allowed to use the groun…Flames In The Dark On Trip To Cambinda
- Barely few days after Malawi national team, The Flames were denied by Angola officials to train at 11 November Stadium, another shock has risen as Flames trip to Cambinda is in the dark. Flames are expected to play their last game against Mali on Monday in Cambinda but they are failing to make their travel arrangements because they have not received any response from Local organizing committee of the Afcon despite many reminders. “initially, we asked the organizers that we should leave today (Friday) so that we should train there on the 16th and 17th but there has been no word from them,” FAM executive member, Pikawo Ngalamila was quoted in the Weekend Nation Sport. …FROM UNDERDOGS TO GROUP A LEADERS
- In the recent Africa Cup of Nations, many people were taking Malawi as a potential place where every team could go and get three free points. But with the way things happened on Monday against Desert Foxes of Algeria, we saw Malawi who were called minnows being leaders of the Group A with a clean sheet of 3 goals to nil against world cup bond. I know that Malawi’s last weekend’s pretentious and extremely unexpected display against the Desert Foxes; the whole world was shocked to see the flames kicking a ball in a simple and confidence manner. But what many people doesn’t know that respect in football is needed, you can not just judge a book by its cover and names do…MALAWI 0-0 GHANA MATCH REPORT
- Malawi national football team, The Flames have finished their Africa Cup of Nations preparation campaign with a draw against Black Stars of Ghana on Tuesday in Swaziland. Flames Coach Kinnah Phiri said despite a draw their preparations have been successful with their unbeaten run against local club in Malawi, Mozambique, Egypt and Ghana. Phiri said: “We started our preparations for this tournament on December 2 and had only the local players, where we played a friendly match against a local side. We were joined by the professionals on December 20 for five days before we went to Egypt for a friendly and managed a 1-1 draw. We also played Mozambique and won 1-0 and drew 0-0 wi…LIST OF REFEREES TO INCHARGE AFCON GAMES IN ANGOLA
- Confederation Of African Football(CAF) has finaly released number of referees who will be incharge of the 32 games in Africa Cup of Nations tournament which starts this weekend in Angola. South Africa will have their three representatives,: Daniel Bennett, Jerome Damon (referees) and assistant referee Enock Molefe. Angola the hosts will have Helder Martins de Carvalho and assistant referee Inácio Cândido Manuel. So the full list isas follows: 1. Helder Martins de Carvalho (Angola) 2. Eddy Maillet (Seychelles) 3. Koman Coulibaly (Mali) 4. Jerome Damon (South Africa) 5. Mohamed Benouza (Algeria) 6. Koffi Codjia (Benin) 7. Fatah Essam Abdel (Egypt) 8. Diatta Badara (Sene…FULL SQUAD LIST FOR ALL PARTICIPATING TEAMS IN 2010 AFCON
- As only five days remaining for the Africa Cup Of Nations to take place in Angola. CAF has released the full squad list of all teams participating the tournament which runs from January 10 to January 31. GROUP A: Angola Goalkeepers: Carlos Fernandes (Rio Ave, Portugal), Lama (Petro Atletico), Wilson (Recreativo Caala) Defenders: Dias Caires (Sagrada Esperanca), Enoque (Santos), Jamuana (Petro Atletico), Kali (Arles-Avignon, France), Mabina (Petro Atletico), Rui Marques (Leeds United, England), Stelvio (Uniao Leiria, Portugal) Midfielders: David (Petro Atletico), Dede (Arles-Avignon, France), Djalma (Maritimo, Portugal), Gilberto (Al Ahli, Egypt), Job, Xara (both Petro Atletic…MALAWI VS GHANA MATCH PREVIEW
- Malawi and Ghana are playing their last friendly match today in Swaziland ahead of the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations tournament that will start on January 10 to January 31. Malawi have started well in their 2010 Afcon preparations campaign-they beat Mozamabique at home and held Egypt one all draw in Cairo last week. Ghana dismantled local third division side Chimungwe FC 8 goals to nil on Sunday in their test match which gives them confidence that they can also do the same to The Flames. Ghana probable line up: Daniel Agyei, Samuel Inkoom, Harrison Afful, Jonathan Mensah, Vorsah Isaac, Ransford Osei, Dede Ayew, Dominic Adiyiah, Agyemang Dadu, Opoku Agyemang and Moussa Narry.…Accommodations For Angola 2010 AFCON Teams Have Announced
- The Orange Africa Cup of Nations Organizing Committee has on Wednesday, December 30 the list of accommodations for all 16 teams, journalists and officials of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) in the four venues where the tournament takes place from January 10-31, 2010. According the to COCAN2010 Official website, here is the list where the 16 teams will accommodated: Luanda Hotel Alvalade – Mali Hotel Trópico – Meeting of teams Hotel Presidente – Malawi Hotel Continental – Algeria Hotel Mundial – Journalists Hotel Tivoli – Guests Futungo Touristic Complex – Journalists Calor Tropical Complex – Angola Talatona Co…Flames Relieved of Qualifiers Yellow Cards
- The Flames players who were carrying yellow cards obtained during the joint 2010 World Cup and Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, are now assured of not missing a game in Angola. Confederation of African football (CAF) said this in a latest communication with all participating teams. "CAF has nullified all yellow cards players accumulated in the qualifying rounds as agreed at its recent congress," said Suzgo Nyirenda, FAM administration Manager. Flames qualified in AFCON with a record of one win over guinea and one all draw with Ivory coast. Meanwhile Flames' key star Chiukepo Msowoya has said he is relieved to have ended his four game goal-drought last Tu…Malawi, Togo friendly cancelled
Football Association of Malawi (FAM) President, Walter Nyamilandu has for the last minute told Malawian soccer fans that the game between Malawi and Togo has been cancelled. Nyamilandu said the game has been cancelled because they have not received any official confirmation from their opponents. - "As the situation stands now, we would rather play Kuwait other than hope for a friendly against either Togo or Zambia because up to now there is no confirmation.
"Togo's friendly was subject to their trip to Congo Brazaville where they were scheduled to camp which has not materialized. So, we could not take a gamble because Togo were not forthcoming and instead we will play Kuwai…Adebayor To Visit Malawi
- Malawian soccer fans have something to smile about when they expect another top class player to shine at Kamuzu Stadium on January 2, 2010. This news comes barely after Malawians watched other football gods-Didier Drogba, Solomon, Emanuel Eboue and Muhammad Aboutrika at Kamuzu Stadium. Football Association of Malawi (FAM) broke this news when he was announcing the revised programme of African Cup of Nations preparations which include friendly games. Some of the teams that FAM have dated is Ghana and Egypt. It is reported that FAM and Togo FA have signed a contract of which one of the clauses is that Togo will bring full squad. Nyamilandu said: “They will be here on December…Malawi: BNL Are 2009 Fam Cup Best Print Media
- Blantyre Newspapers Limited (BNL) was on Saturday named the 2009 best print media house in Standard Bank Fam Cup in Malawi. Charles Ulaya, secreatary of the competetion's organising committee announced this on presentation ceremony held at Cresta Crossroads Hotel in the country's capital city-Lilongwe. He said that he decided to honour media houses that provided the best coverage instead of individual journalists. Sports Editor for The Daily Times, Pilirani Kachinziri told the local newspaper, The Daily Times after the presentation,on telephone interview that the paper deserved the award. Kachinziri said: "It's not a suprise at all. We have the best crop of sp…Bullets, Nomads Pockets K500,000 Each From President
- Malawi's soccer giants, MTL Wanderers and Big Bullets were on Sunday recieved K500,000 ($3,572.00) each from the President Bingu wa Mutharika for playing ceremonial match to mark the end of the Southern African Region Police Chiefs Corporation (Sarpcco) games at Kamuzu Stadium, Blantyre. Mutharika was presenting the medal ceremony to the winners at the end of the competition. Due to the heavy rainfall, the game did not last for long as the artificial turf was waterlogged which made the referee to blow the whistle to mark the end of the game. Bullets who have stayed for over five years without sponsorship, were over the moon as they had earlier carried a banner asking for the…
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