Crowds of Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) supporters in Thyolo gathered at the District Commissioner’s office on Monday, celebrating what they claim is Professor Peter Mutharika’s presidential victory. The scenes of jubilation included singing, dancing, and waving party flags. Supporters said they were confident Mutharika had secured a win in the just-ended elections. Similar celebrations erupted…
‘Chakwera and Chimwendo Banda at fault’
The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has warned the ruling Malawi Congress Party (MCP) against interfering with the presidential election results, after unofficial reports showed Peter Mutharika leading. DPP officials expressed shock at MCP claims of Lazarus Chakwera’s victory, contradicting unofficial results. The DPP emphasized that it will defend the people’s will and urged security agencies…
Tempus fugit. Time flies! In the next 48 hours Malawians will be choosing one among these 17 as President.
President Lazarus Chakwera has asked Malawians to vote him again next Tuesday saying the fuel shortages and poor economic status are caused by his enemies. He has since said he will fire some government officials after he wins the elections.
A survey by the Institute of Public Opinion and Research has shown that of voting was held now, 41% will vote for Peter Mutharika of DPP followed by incumbent Lazarus Chakwera of MCP at 31%. Dalitso Kabambe of UTM comes third with 6%, while Atupele Muluzi of UDF comes fourth with 3% and Joyce Banda…
The government has rejected the proposed name of Charles Fodya’s as a commissioner at the Malawi Electoral Commission (Mec)from the opposition Democratic Progressive Party. For the third time, the government has rejected a candidate submitted by the DPP for the position. The DPP had previously seen two of its nominees, Mackford Somanje and Mayamiko Nkoloma,…
As Malawi gears up for its tripartite general elections on September 16, the spotlight is turning to the educational credentials of the 20 approved presidential candidates vying for the nation’s top job. According to the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC), the nomination process concluded on July 30, with 20 aspirants successfully submitting their papers after an…
