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Nathan Chiume retweeted
Presenting #Malawi in 15 books. From prison cells to exile, memoirs to manifestos—these must-reads capture Malawi's soul. Essential for outsiders seeking context. Urgent for locals born after ’94. Let’s make these compulsory in schools. linkedin.com/pulse/15-books-… via @LinkedIn
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Kamuzu Banda's massive estate, Nguru ya Nawambe House in his native Kasungu, spans 422 hectares with 24 bedrooms, 3 libraries, a stadium, a helipad & a dam. A court battle between his family and Mama Kadzamira over his will has left this magnificent property unused and neglected – at Malawi
Nathan Chiume retweeted
Malawi’s fuel crisis has escalated into a full-blown national emergency, paralyzing the country. It’s time for President @LAZARUSCHAKWERA to declare a state of emergency and urgently seek external assistance. This situation is unsustainable—action is needed now. #Malawi – at Malawi
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Retired Police Officer Who Accompanied the Late Jimmy Carter to Summit Mt. Kilimanjaro Reflects on the Historic Expedition
The late Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States who passed away on December 29, 2024, was one of the prominent figures who visited Tanzania and climbed Mount Kilimanjaro during a trip in 1988 with his family.
As is customary when high-profile visitors travel to another country, although he may have his personal security detail, usually local security officers join the guest’s detail to ensure his protection.
One of the officers from Tanzania’s security forces assigned to join the protection team of President Carter was retired Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Abdallah Mssika. At that time, Mssika was an Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), heading the fraud investigation unit at the Criminal Investigation Department(CID) of Tanzania Police Force in Kilimanjaro Region.
Speaking to The Chanzo from his home in Dar es Salaam, ACP Mssika shared that a few days before Carter’s arrival, in early August 1988, he was called to the office of the Kilimanjaro Regional Police Commander (RPC) and informed about the visit.
He was told that he was one of the officers selected to join the team of local officers tasked with ensuring the security of President Carter, who was planning to climb Mount Kilimanjaro.
“I was accompanied by two other police detectives in a team which included another officer who later headed a protection team of the third president of the United Republic of Tanzania, the late Benjamin William Mkapa,” Mssika recalled.
Read more>>>thechanzo.com/2025/01/08/ret…
Nathan Chiume retweeted
Meanwhile, in Botswana elections 🗳️…. Ruling party BDP has lost power for the first time since Independence in 1966…. It’s a total washout! 😮
Nathan Chiume retweeted
The British colony of Zanzibar off the east coast of Africa. A tired nanny poses next to her ward named Farrukh Bulsara. A quarter of a century later, the boy would take the pseudonym Freddie Mercury, 1947
Nathan Chiume retweeted
Really proud of my 3rd cousin, the veteran South African actress @connie_chiume for her stelar performance as a tribal leader of Wakanda in #BlackPanther. We have always been leaders in our tribes, in real countries and in imaginary ones. ✊🏾
Nathan Chiume retweeted
Mama You’ll always be my love ❤️🫶🏾💔😭🕊️
Thank you & farewell you’ll forever be missed .
An icon and gentle gent that touched many lives in South Africa and abroad we shall continue you’re Beautiful and powerful Legacy
#RIPconniechuime
Nathan Chiume retweeted
Multi-award-winning South African actress Connie Chiume has died.
She starred in the 2018 Black Panther film, as Zawavari – a member of the Wakandan Tribal Council, and also appeared in the 2022 sequel Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
She was 72.
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Nathan Chiume retweeted
Sad to learn about the passing of an icon & legend #ConnieChiume.
Brought back these words she said on the #FeliciaShow.
She said, "I didn't come here for glamour or money. I believe in this thing called, 'a calling.' God has called me to be where I am." Profound. RIP Diva!😪😪😪
Nathan Chiume retweeted
The EFF is heart broken by the passing away of actress-artiste extraordinaire, ‘Me Connie Chiume.
Her career spans more than 25-years, having started her career with the stage play “You strike a woman you strike a rock”. She has since been in Theatre, Television and Film projects both locally and internationally.
Our deepest condolences to the family of ‘Me Connie, the friends and fellow townspeople in Welkom and the entire entertainment industry.
Be in eternal peace ‘Me Connie Chiume🕊️🕊️
Nathan Chiume retweeted
A tree has fallen. What a loss to our nation and the world. Heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, colleagues and fans of globally accomplished actress Connie Chiume. #RIPConnieChiume 💐🕊💔
Nathan Chiume retweeted
Our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of multi-award winning and legendary actress Connie Chiume. Her outstanding work will always be remembered. 💔🕊️
#RIPConnieChiume
Nathan Chiume retweeted
A good list, but I would also include: 1) "Banda" by Phillip Short; 2) "Building Kwacha" by Joey Power; 3) "Revolt of the Ministers" by Colin Cameron; 4) "Kwacha, a biography" by Kanyama Chiume; and 5) "Hero of the Nation: Chipembere of Malawi" by Henry Masauko Chipembere.
Nathan Chiume retweeted
Presenting my curated list of 10 essential books every Malawian should read. These works should be compulsory in secondary education to combat ignorance and foster intellectual growth. Ensuring our youth are well-read is crucial for a knowledgeable and humble nation. 📚 #Malawi
Nathan Chiume retweeted
👑🇬🇭 The GREATNESS of Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah.
KK = Kenneth Kaunda, the 1st President of Zambia.🇿🇲
Simon Kapwepwe was the 2nd Vice-President of Zambia. The International Airport in Ndola, Zambia is named after him.
Kanyama Chiume was Malawi’s first Minister of Education.
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Nathan Chiume retweeted
Today, I'm excited to announce we have raised $40m Series A 🎉 🙏
It's been an incredible journey so far, we are just getting started, give us a couple of years, we've got some big plans.
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Ready to be unwrapped. Tanzania enters a new age of high-speed rail as service from Dar es Salaam to Morogoro starts Friday, cutting travel time from 4hours to 1hr40 minutes. The new trains in the photo will be used when Dar es Salaam to Dodoma service begins July 25.
