Category: Politics

* One year into its mandate, the President owes Malawians more than political rhetoric — he owes them answers * Because when the lights go out, the fuel disappears, corruption cases disappear, parliamentary oversight becomes contested and public confidence begins to disappear with them, ordinary Malawians are left asking one simple question: * Who is actually in charge — and who will rescue us from this cycle? By Dr. James Kadyampakeni When I wrote about the Democratic Progressive Party…

Political Science Association of Malawi confers MEC with Outstanding Institution Award

September 29, 2026

* In recognition of its sustained contribution to Malawi’s democratisation process, its role in electoral governance, and its continued commitment to fulfilling its mandate * The ability of an institution to continue performing its core functions in a challenging environment represents an important contribution to institutional development and democratic governance By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has been conferred with Outstanding Institution Award by the Political Science Association of Malawi (PSA), in recognition of its sustained contribution to country’s…

Kabambe raises red flags to President Mutharika over some individuals in his administration that threaten his leadership reputation

September 26, 2026

* Serious allegations have been raised concerning corruption, money laundering, human trafficking, public procurement, members of the Cabinet, and the judiciary * These matters demand careful, independent investigation — not silence, intimidation, or political spin By Duncan Mlanjira UTM Party President, Dalitso Kabambe has issued an open letter to President Arthur Peter Mutharika in which he raises red flags over a small number of people around him are seem to be acting in ways that threaten his administration’s leadership…

‘Existence and conduct of free elections alone does not fully define the quality or maturity of a democracy — MEC chairperson Justice Mtalimanja

September 26, 2026

* Democratic maturity must also be examined through the strength and resilience of public institutions, respect for the rule of law * Protection of fundamental freedoms, accountability of public officeholders, internal governance of political parties and meaningful citizen participation By Duncan Mlanjira When opening the 4th Biennial Conference of the Political Science Association (PSA) today, September 26 in Salima, Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) chairperson Justice Annabel Mtalimanja highlighted that the country’s transition to multiparty democracy in 1993 “marked a…

‘Malawi has arguably stood as a beacon of democratic resilience on the continent’

September 26, 2026

* The question is going forward, shall we continue on this trajectory, or retrogress * Contends MEC chairperson Justice Annabel Mtalimanja in her keynote speech at 4th Biennial Conference of the Political Science Association * Under the theme; ‘Malawi’s Democracy at the Crossroads? Maturing Institutions or a Tailspin into Uncertainty’ By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) chairperson Justice Annabel Mtalimanja contends that Malawi “has arguably stood as a beacon of democratic resilience on the continent “ — but…

Andrew Kamkwalala appointed as MEC’s acting Chief Elections Officer

September 26, 2026

* He was Deputy Chief Elections Officer responsible for finance & administration * A position he has held since joining MEC on November 1, 2022 By Duncan Mlanjira Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has appointed Deputy Chief Elections Officer, Andrew Kamkwalala to assume the lead role in acting capacity. This follows the resignation of Andrew Mpesi, who resigned after serving the post from August 22, 2022 to August 21, 2026. As Deputy Chief Elections Officer, Kamkwalala was responsible for finance…

Public vehemently support Speaker of Parliament after been labeled ’mbuli’

September 6, 2026

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* As accountable governance advocate, Dr. James Kadyampakeni asks government to issue a directive to the Financial Intelligence Authority (FIA) to trace the source of Austin Mkoka’s legal funding * If the government didn’t fund Mkoka, then who did? That is the million-kwacha question this press release conveniently omits By Duncan Mlanjira Speaker of Parliament Sameer Suleman has received a colossal vote of confidence from the public, describing him as head of the legislature the country has been awaiting…

When oversight comes from within: Why Speaker Suleman’s governance concerns should strengthen, not weaken, the DPP government

September 4, 2026

* TO THE DPP, the respectful advice is, therefore, this: Do not necessarily see parliamentary scrutiny as an attempt to weaken your Government — use it as an opportunity to strengthen it * TO THE SPEAKER: continue defending Parliament’s oversight mandate, but do so through evidence, constitutional procedure, institutional restraint and respect for the Executive’s distinct responsibilities By Chifi Mhango, Chief Economist & Executive Director-Don Consultancy Group, South Africa Malawi’s current political debate surrounding the Speaker of Parliament, Right…

‘Malawi needs the kind of courage displayed by Speaker of Parliament Sameer Suleman’

September 4, 2026