Kabambe calls on Mutharika for a thorough independent enquiry into the tragic death of Saulos Chilima

Chilima (left) when he was Peter Mutharika’s Vice-President * Addressing this with transparency and urgency will help bring closure to the nation and reaffirmed our collective commitment to Justice and accountability * As the UTM president congratulates the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) leader on his September 16 election victory * The democratic process has spoken, and the will of the Malawians people has to be respected and upheld By Duncan Mlanjira UTM Party president, Dalitso Kabambe has congratulated the…

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MEC to only handle complaints that directly relate to the general administration of the election; not on processes relating to tallying of results

* The Commission will also not entertain issues posted on Facebook or from media briefings but to be submitted in writing through email ceo@mec.org.mw or hand delivered * It will also not entertain vague complaints, unsubstantiated allegations, and hearsay but to be detailed and clear * As Peter Mutharika leads in partial declaration of results for presidential election in 3 councils of Likoma District, Luchenza Municipality and Mwanza District By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has reiterated that…

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‘Malawian vote is under protection through a joker thrown by MEC’—Chifipa Mhango

* We know the number of registered voters, we know the number of people who actually voted by district, which is the voter turnout * What MEC chairperson is saying is simple arithmetic — if the results of any candidate or total number of votes in any district surpass the voter turn out; then due diligence will take place By Duncan Mlanjira Chief Economist for South Africa’s Don Consultancy Group (DCG), Chifipa Mhango, maintains that the official figures released by…

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Some advice to whosoever wins to form the next government

* Do not do a flamboyant swearing in ceremony, demonstrate prudent use of public resources — plan for a small function to be attended by those who matter most * Set your 100 days deliverables that can be reported quantitatively with evidence based By Duncan Mlanjira Social and economic commentator, Tawachi Mwasulama Kaseghe has given some advice that who wins the September 16 presidential election to form the next government, should not do a flamboyant swearing in ceremony, saying…

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Public urged to consider everything shared as unofficial until MEC releases the final election results

* Candidates are therefore urged to respect the procedures, avoid making premature claims of victory, and wait for compiled and verified results from * This collective discipline will help ensure that the outcome of the election is accepted by all and that the country remains united as it awaits the final declaration of results * Presidential election to be announced within eight days, the parliamentary election within 14 days, and the local government election within 21 days from the closure…

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MEC to hold press briefing on update of results counting at 11h00

* Live from Bingu International Convention Centre through radios and TV station and live on MEC Facebook page; https://www.facebook.com/share/1CNWXAhThs/?mibextid=wwXIfr By Duncan Mlanjira The Malawi Electoral Commission will hold have a press briefing at 11h00 to give an update on results counting which will be live from Bingu International Convention Centre through radios and TV station and live on MEC Facebook page; https://www.facebook.com/share/1CNWXAhThs/?mibextid=wwXIfr. At the closure of the voting process yesterday, MEC chairperson, Justice Annabel Mtalimanja gave an update that…

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CCAP urges its faithful to remain prayerful before, during and after the election

* Let us pray for peace, for wisdom for those who lead and for unity among all Malawians * As Christians, we are called to be salt and light in the world (Matthew 5:13–16), and one way we live this calling is by participating responsibly in the affairs of our nation By Duncan Mlanjira Ahead of the general elections on Tuesday, September 16, the departments of Church and Society of the Church of Central Africa Presbyterian (CCAP) is encouraging…

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Government to purchase remaining farmers’ tobacco through SFFRFM

* SFFRFM has already commenced the process and is active on the tobacco auction floors * The Government recognises and highly values the immense contribution of the tobacco industry to the livelihoods of Malawian households and to the national economy By Duncan Mlanjira The Government, through the Ministry of Agriculture, has put in place arrangements to purchase farmers’ remaining tobacco that was produced in the 2024-2025 growing season following the slow down of sales at the tobacco auction floors…

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Chakwera thanks Malawians, vows to continue development push

* Your trust and support mean the world to me, and I’m committed to continuing our journey towards progress * We have made significant strides in various sectors, and it is crucial that we preserve these gains for our children and grandchildren * Together, we can ensure they inherit a prosperous and thriving Malawi By Patience Longwe & Marriam Ibrahim, MANA President Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has expressed gratitude to Malawians for entrusting him with the country’s leadership and urged…

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President Chakwera appeals for peaceful voting

* The vote is your voice, use it peacefully and wisely — violence does not build a nation; unity does By Fostina Mkandawire, MANA With just three days before Malawians go to the polls on Tuesday, September 16, President Lazarus Chakwera has urged citizens to turn out in large numbers, saying the election is a chance to safeguard the country’s progress and unity. Speaking at a mass rally at Salima Primary School in the area of Senior Chief Maganga…

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