National Bank of Malawi Donates K3 Million to Support SWAM Elective General Meeting
The National Bank of Malawi (NBM) Plc, widely known as the “Bank of the Nation,” has boosted the Sports Writers Association of Malawi (SWAM) with a K3 million donation to support its Elective General Meeting (EGM), set to take place this Saturday at Safari Beach in Salima.
Speaking during the symbolic cheque handover ceremony in Blantyre, NBM’s Product Development and Strategy Manager, Weruzani Kunkwenzu, underscored the vital role sports journalists play in Malawi’s sporting ecosystem.
“We have long collaborated with sports journalists, particularly during events such as the MO626 College Basketball tournament, which we proudly sponsor as part of our corporate social responsibility. Supporting them ahead of their lakeshore meeting was a natural step for us,” said Kunkwenzu.
“As a leading financial institution, we place strong emphasis on sound governance, and we are confident that this EGM will strengthen SWAM’s leadership and accountability structures,” she added.
In response, SWAM General Secretary Wesysylas Chirwa expressed heartfelt gratitude for the timely support from NBM Plc.
“We are truly thrilled by this generous gesture. We approached NBM less than three weeks ago, and their swift response is a huge relief for us,” Chirwa said. “This Elective General Meeting is a vital moment for SWAM as we reaffirm our commitment to democracy and good governance within the association. Leadership positions are not permanent; we must ensure transparent and constitutional processes are followed.”
The EGM is expected to attract over 100 members from across the country, as SWAM—boasting a membership base of over 150—prepares to elect or reaffirm its leadership.
