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TAILOR'S REMARKABLE JOURNEY, THOKO PHIRI

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By Emerson Sam Navaya   While many girls see no hope for they haven't been successful to public universities, I met this female tailor who takes it as "next door" in life despite being a victim of the circumstance. In the bustling township of Chilobwe, amidst the symphony of sewing machines and the aroma of freshly cut fabric, resides a young and exceptional talent named Thoko Phiri. At 21 years old, Thoko's life has been intricately woven into the world of tailoring, and her journey is a testament to passion, perseverance, and craftsmanship. Photo Credit : Costume Lux. Shop Thoko who shared desks with her friends at Naotcha Primary School where she got a simultaneous selection to Zingwangwa Secondary school and a mission secondary school in Neno. She opted for a boarding catholic one. And she expressed that due to medical issues, she withdrew herself from that boarding school.  Back from boarding secondary school, she enrolled at private school where she got her MSCE...

LIES IN POLITICS

The politics of lies, also known as disinformation or misinformation, can have numerous detrimental effects on individuals, societies, and democratic systems. Looking at what we have gone through, I can surely agree with the electorate that we were told lies: they wanted us to put them into power. I would like to, therefore, share you some of the evils which associated with the lies from politicians.  First of all, they have undermined truth and trust: The foundation of any healthy society and political system is truth and trust. When politicians and leaders deliberately spread lies or misinformation, it erodes public trust in institutions and the media, making it difficult for people to discern fact from fiction. More than quarters of the Malawian voters are disappointed with this state affairs of the country. Take or leave, Malawians will seek a change come 2025 general elections.  The second thing polarization and division: The politics of lies often involves spreading fals...

REFLECTING ON 59 YEARS OF INDEPENDENCE

I had so many things to write about today but my phone's calender of events reminds something peculiar. Guess what? The pool in me is tremulous. As Malawi celebrates its 59th year of independence, the occasion presents an opportunity to reflect upon the nation's journey and take stock of its achievements and challenges. While the anniversary is a cause for celebration, it is also a moment to acknowledge that progress has been slow and the country has little to show off in terms of substantial development. This article is set discuss some factors contributing to this situation and highlights the potential avenues for growth that lie ahead. Lets, first of all, look at the historical background. Since gaining independence nearly six decades ago, Malawi has navigated a complex path marked by economic and political turbulence. The initial years were characterized by struggles to establish stable governance and infrastructure, which inevitably slowed progress in various sectors. The ...