NBM plc pumps K11 Million into MDF Cross Country Competition – Malawi Nyasa Instances
The National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has donated K11 million to the 2025 Malawi Defence Force (MDF) Cross Country Competition happening on the Mzuzu Golf Course.
The competitors has roughly 230 athletes from varied MDF items nationwide competing for high honours.
Speaking when presenting the cheque on Thursday NBM plc Mzuzu Service Centre Manager, Samson Mzungu, underscored the financial institution’s dedication to supporting initiatives that improve group well-being, significantly via sports activities.
“Such competitions promote interaction among our soldiers and support their health, which is our concern. We will continue supporting sports and other sectors because we value MDF’s support to the Bank,” mentioned Mzungu.
In his remarks Brigadier General Luke Yetala, MDF’s Chief of Training, expressed gratitude to NBM, describing the assist as well timed and important and additional appealed to different organizations to contribute to the success of such initiatives.
“These activities are not just entertainment. They enhance our operations, foster teamwork, and prepare soldiers for national and international competitions. Sports teach leadership and teamwork, critical skills for soldiers. Beyond that, we contribute to national development goals like the Malawi 2063 agenda, which emphasizes a healthy nation,” mentioned Yetala.
Captain John Kaputa, MDF’s Technical Advisor for Sports, highlighted that the competitors performs a pivotal position in making ready athletes for nationwide occasions organized by the Athletics Association of Malawi (AAM), and the best-performing runners will enter intensive coaching camps to gear up for future competitions.
“We aim to win more medals at national competitions. We are identifying the best talent, focusing on both male and female athletes in the 10-kilometre race categories,” mentioned Kaputa.
The competitors has a K39 million price range, with NBM’s contribution assuaging a big monetary burden to a platform that scouts distinctive athletes to characterize the MDF in senior nationwide cross-country occasions.
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