By Llywellenie Mpasa:
NBS Bank has contributed K100 million to the Malawi Defence Force (MDF) Veterans and Ex- Servicemen League.
NBS Bank Chief Executive Officer Temwani Simwaka officially handed over the donation during the prize presentation ceremony at the MDF War Veterans Thanksgiving Golf Tournament held at Country Club Limbe on Sunday.
Simwaka reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to supporting national initiatives that honour Malawi’s heroes.
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“We are proud to back an initiative that goes beyond sports to celebrate patriotism and service,” he said.
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The golf tournament attracted over 60 participants and several corporate teams.
Team Msilikali Sacco 3, comprising Thoko Gaffar and Asante Makuta, claimed the gold medal, while Team NBS, represented by Maziko Kumbani and Doreen Kumbatira, took silver.
Team Msilikali Sacco 5, represented by Ulemu Luhanga and Hlatswayo Jere, secured bronze.
Speaking at the event, Simwaka said as a Malawian brand, NBS recognizes and values the sacrifices of men and women in uniform.
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“The teamwork, discipline and integrity displayed in the tournament reflect the core values upheld by NBS Bank,” she said.
The guest of honour at the event, Minister of Agriculture Roza Mbilizi, representing President Arthur Peter Mutharika, lauded NBS Bank and announced additional support from the presidency.
The Minister said the President had contributed an extra K5 million to support the noble cause.
In subsidiary prize categories, Gift Kawamba won longest drive (men), Chifundo Lingao claimed nearest to the pin (men), Ulemu Luhanga took longest drive (ladies) and Jane Chitika was awarded nearest to the pin (ladies).
The War Veterans Thanksgiving Golf Tournament continues to grow as an annual event that blends sportsmanship with charity, bringing together the corporate community and the military to support noble causes.
MDF Commander General George Jafu thanked the sponsors.
“This tournament is more than a sporting event. It is a reminder that service to the nation never ends. Even in retirement, our veterans continue to inspire through their resilience and discipline,” he said.
