By Edwin Mbewe

LILONGWE–(MaraviPost)-The Malawi Paralympic Committee (MPC) has been forced to reschedule the hosting of the 2nd edition of the Malawi Para-Games to until further notice due to the bad weather and persistent rain which the country is currently experiencing.

MPC was expected to host the games on 3rd January 2026 at the Bingu National Stadium in the Capital, Lilongwe where over 150 athletes living with disabilities from the three regions, Northern, Central and Southern were anticipated to compete.

The body’s President James Chiutsi stated,”We regret to inform you that the games, initially scheduled for January 3rd, have been postponed due to unfavorable weather conditions.

“The decision was made after a careful consideration of safely issues and consultation with stakeholders”. explains Chiutsi.

The Weather forecast indicates that the current conditions are likely to persist until January 11, and it would be challenging for the athletes to do their training and compete safely.

MPC further said, the safety and accessibility of spectators and other stakeholders cannot be guaranteed.

For this Malawi Paralympic Committe is working to identify a new date for the games and will advise as soon as possible.

The road networks especially in the Northern corridor has been damaged due to the heavy rains being experienced in the country.

The athletes will compete in the following sports: athletics, para-powerlifting, and sitting volleyball.

The committee also announced a demonstration sport activity by young athletes below the age of ten, performing under the Before Sport After Sport initiative that the MPC rolled out in October this year.

According to MPC President James Chiutsi, the games aim to recruit new athletes and provide an opportunity for experienced athletes to participate without going through regional qualifiers.

Top athletes who participated in the regional games in Namibia and the Paralympic Games in Paris will automatically qualify for the national team.

“The games will also be used to select athletes for the national teams that will participate in the regional games in Mozambique next year and the Para-Games in Los Angeles in 2028,” said Chiutsi.

The committee has disclosed that it has received MK20 million in support from the Malawi government for the games.

K2 Transformers has also offered accommodation and logistics support.

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LILONGWE-(Maravipost)-
The Malawi Paralympic Committee (MPC) has announced plans to introduce vocational training for para-athletes under the Before Sports, After Sports program.

The initiative was unveiled last Friday at Malingunde School for the Blind in Lilongwe by the organization’s Treasurer, Joseph Galanje, during the commemoration of Paralympic Month.

Galanje explained that the initiative will help athletes earn a decent living after their sports careers end.

“We have launched the Before Sports and After Sports initiative because we want to see how best we can assist a person with disability before they become an active player or athlete.

“We are also looking at outcomes after they have been active for some time so that they don’t struggle. We will be providing vocational training so they can learn a trade,” Galanje said.

Speaking at the ceremony, Sports Council Development Officer Fanny Phiri, who was the guest of honour, praised the organization’s leadership for introducing the initiative, which will have a positive impact on para-athletes.

“The initiative is a great idea. You are taking care of para-athletes at the grassroots level when they are very young, and also ensuring their welfare after sports. This is one way of encouraging boys and girls to take sports seriously, knowing they will be well taken care of.

“Let me also commend you for these celebrations where you are promoting inclusive sports. We will always support you,” Phiri stated.

The para-athletics celebrations featured sports activities involving both children with disabilities and able-bodied learners.

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