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The political arrests that keep occurring in Malawi have economic consequences

June 24, 2024

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* There is need to be cautious of the image the country is creating, as some news of the arrests are attracting international attention * Malawi economy is facing enormous challenges to sustain a high level of economic growth rate * That can support job creation, deal with forex challenges, creating a strong domestic revenue base and foreign investment levels that are relatively low among others By Chifipa Mhango, Chief Economist @ Don Consultancy Group The Malawi Government, through…

‘There is no joy in being a Vice-President, it is a sacrifice on my personal life for service to the Malawian people’

June 22, 2024

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* As Vice-President, I no longer have to think about myself and family, but I have to be like a Grandfather * Who constantly thinks about the needs of his children and grandchildren — that is a service By Tabbu Kitta Kauye, MANA Newly-sworn in Vice-President of the Republic of Malawi Dr. Michael Biziwick Usi has vowed to do his best to deliver on the bold development agenda of the country. Speaking after he took the oath of office…

New MEC chairperson Annabel Mtalimanja and fellow new Commissioners asked to promote transparency and accountability

June 21, 2024

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Justice Annabel Mtalimanja being sworn in * As members of MEC ensure that you abide by the laws as guidelines from the Constitution * For the elections to be managed with highest degree for the better results including justice and fairness By Lesnat Kenan, MANA Chief Justice, Rizine Mzikamanda has encouraged the newly sworn-in Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) chairperson, Annabel Mtalimanja and two new Commissioners, Rev. Philip Kambulire and Dr. Limbikani Kamlongera to work with transparency and accountability as…

National Advocacy Platform calls Chakwera to appoint a Vice-President who should embody the vision and values that Chilima upheld

June 19, 2024

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* The incoming Vice-President must be able to unify the nation and lead us through this period of collective healing * The President faces significant pressures, but this decision must transcend political interests * The future of our nation depends on choosing a capable, dedicated leader committed to our collective goals By Duncan Mlanjira As the 7-day period elapsed which President Lazarus Chakwera is required by law to appoint a replacement of the Vice-President after his death, National Advocacy…

South Africa’s election results transforms political landscape; The challenge remains on transforming the economy—Chief Economist Chifipa Mhango

June 4, 2024

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* For the past 30 years, it’s the first time we are observing the transformation of the national political landscape of South Africa * Where the traditional dominant party — the African National Congress (ANC) is below the 50% electoral victory By Duncan Mlanjira South Africa-based Chief Economist for Don Consultancy Group, Chifipa Mhango says the 2024 election results in that country “have transformed the political landscape, and the challenge remains on transforming the economy towards a higher sustainable…

MEC’s state-of-the-art electoral management devices arrive

May 25, 2024

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* To be used to train more than 15,000 technicians on how to operate the devices * Who will in turn train others for the registration process for the 2025 general elections By Paul Madise, MANA A consignment of 288 of state-of-the-art 6500 electoral management devices (EMD) which Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) procured, has arrived today well ahead of the 2025 General Elections. Speaking at Kamuzu International Airport (KIA) when he received the consignment, MEC’s Commissioner Emmanuel Fabiano said…

‘Endemic corruption, economic mismanagement are some of causes of proliferation of coups’

May 23, 2024

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MDF Brigadier General Kuwali delivering his keynote address at the AU * African governments should strengthen security sector governance by promoting civil-military relations, professionalism in the security sector, and democratic control over the armed forces * We should also strengthen diagonal accountability by the civil society where African citizens should be empowered to reject unconstitutional changes of government as was the case in Sudan in 2022 By Duncan Mlanjira While there cannot be a one-size-fits-all explanation for the proliferation…

Saddening reality of MCP’s continued political violence is deafening silence from Chakwera in condemning the acts—DPP

May 19, 2024

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The AFORD members that were attacked and reported the incident to police * This comes at a time when we are celebrating 30 years of democracy in this country * The DPP warns the MCP and its leadership that this is not the democracy that we fought for against one party state, the MCP state By Duncan Mlanjira The Opposition Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has condemned “in strongest terms” the continued political violence being perpetrated by members of the…

Youth participation in electoral process is key—Justice Kachale

May 13, 2024

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* You might have good blogs, very good Facebook write-ups, but if you don’t vote, the effort is almost nothing * The youth are our chief stakeholders — you are youthful, energetic and full of intellectual abilities * Capable of playing a significant role in attaining best political results for aspired social and political change By Emily M’mangisa & Evance Chisiano, MANA At a public lecture held at the University of Malawi’s (UNIMA) Great Hall in Zomba on Saturday,…

Norwegian government committed to ensuring Malawians register for votes

May 7, 2024

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Appreciating NRB National Registration & Identification System * As MEC reaches out to all electoral stakeholders on the new electoral laws, elections calendar, new constituency and ward boundaries * The newly amended electoral laws will ensure law and order in the electoral process towards aspired free and credible general election By Evance Chisiano, Andrew Mkonda & George Mponda, MANA Norwegian Ambassador to Malawi, Ingrid Marie Mikelsen says her government is committed to ensuring more Malawians register and access national…