Dalitso Kabambe, one of the presidential aspirant for the UTM party, has called on delegates to vote for visionary leaders at the upcoming elective conference.
Speaking to Bua Central Region delegates in Kasungu District, he expressed confidence in his ability to lead the party to victory in the 2025 general elections.
“I’m very optimistic that if I am voted into the UTM presidential seat and win next year’s polls, my experience will help address the challenges Malawians face today,” Kabambe stated.
UTM Bua Central Region Governor Gerald Mbewe hailed Kabambe’s remarks, underscoring the need for intelligent leadership to ensure the party’s success.
The UTM party’s 2024 elective conference is scheduled for November 17.
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- “How Chakwera’s Palestine Policy Echoed in Malawi — and Why Some Activists Celebrated His Defeat”
By Suleman Chitera
When the Malawi Electoral Commission declared Peter Mutharika winner of the 16 September presidential election, the reaction within Malawi’s pro-Palestine circles was immediate, emotional, and unusually loud.
While no official statements emerged from Gaza or the West Bank, local activists who advocate for the Palestinian cause interpreted Chakwera’s defeat as a symbolic victory — a response to what they describe as his “political indifference” to the suffering of civilians in the Israel–Palestine war.
A Foreign Policy That Left Scars at Home
Throughout his tenure, former president Lazarus Chakwera walked a delicate diplomatic path during the escalating conflict in Gaza. Malawi’s votes and positions at international forums were criticized by pro-Palestine groups who believed the administration was leaning too close to Israel at a time when images of bombed schools, hospitals, and refugee camps flooded global media.
To these activists, Chakwera’s stance felt like a betrayal.
“When he supported resolutions that upheld Israel’s operations, he supported the continuation of killing innocent Palestinians,”
said Yassin Kalima, an outspoken organizer at a Lilongwe-based civil rights network.
“Malawi is a peace-loving nation. We expected him to defend the oppressed.”Religious leaders from several Muslim organizations also repeatedly pressed government for clarity on its Middle East position, arguing that Malawi could not remain silent while thousands of civilians were dying.
Election Night: A Symbolic Release of Emotions
As unofficial results showed Chakwera trailing, WhatsApp groups that organize pro-Palestine solidarity campaigns buzzed with celebration. Members exchanged videos, prayers, and voice notes describing the loss as “justice,” “a warning to future leaders,” and “a sign that God stands with the oppressed.”
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In the townships of Mangochi, Balaka, and parts of Mzuzu’s Area 1B — regions with vibrant Muslim communities — the atmosphere was almost festive. Youth groups lit small bonfires, chanted pro-Palestine slogans, and waved the red, white, black, and green colors that have come to symbolize resistance.
One activist told this reporter:
“It wasn’t just about politics. It was about standing with Palestine. When Chakwera lost, people felt their voice had finally been heard.”
The Unofficial ‘Palestine Dimension’ in the Malawi Vote
While the economy, inflation, and fuel shortages drove the bulk of voter frustration, analysts say Chakwera’s international alignments subtly shaped opinions in pockets of the electorate.
Local researcher Wiza Nyondo argues:
“Foreign policy rarely decides elections in Malawi. But it influences emotions and identity. Many Malawians, especially Muslims, felt Chakwera ignored their cries regarding Palestine. His loss reopened that wound — and to them, it felt like accountability.”
Absence of Official Palestinian Comment — but Presence of Symbolic Meaning
There has been no public reaction from Palestinian officials, media outlets, or Gaza-based groups regarding the Malawi election. However, the symbolism was powerful enough that some Malawian activists interpreted the result as a “gift to Palestine.”
In online posts monitored shortly after the election, diaspora groups repeated the sentiment:
“Malawi has rejected complicity in Gaza.”A Lesson for Future Malawian Foreign Policy?
The emotional response reveals something deeper: as Malawi becomes more globally connected, foreign-policy positions — once abstract — now carry real political consequences. Voters expect leaders to show moral clarity, especially when innocent lives are at stake abroad.
As President-elect Mutharika steps back into office, pro-Palestine activists say they will pressure him to align Malawi with nations that publicly condemn civilian killings in Gaza.
“Malawi may be small,” activist Kalima says,
“but our voice matters to the suffering child in Palestine. Never again should our foreign policy contradict the values of humanity.” - Lwara says Chakwera deserve to be arrested to face the law
By Vincent Gunde
Social commentator Dr. Samuel Lwara, says he has no sympathy with President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera, he has caused many people to sail through pain and sufferings in his five year’s rule in government and it is not surprising that Chakwera has left State House with no good legacy to write about.
Lwara has claimed that President Chakwera deserves to be arrested to face the law saying many innocent people who could have been contributing to the country’s development have died due to eating wild bushes (chitedze) as food for their survival while himself had billions of Kwachas splashing in a free for all money.
He said it is too late now to arrest President Chakwera saying the best time could have the day when he lost the 16th September, 2025 presidential elections saying by now many people in Malawi including him could have gone to police and the courts to file up cases against him for abusing innocent people.
Speaking through an audio clip, Lwara said President Chakwera has made many people crying aloud in the country and he did not listen to their cries describing him as a criminal saying there is no way State House can blow off K67 billion in six months and went on to borrow the other money from Treasury.
Lwara said the entire cabinet which was assisting Chakwera to run government must be arrested and let individuals answer cases in court because Chakwera was not alone abusing Malawians, he was being assisted by his lieutenants in the cabinet.
He said it is a pity that the country has a national debit of K28 trillion from K4.1 trillion left by the DPP and Professor Arthur Peter Mutharika claiming that there is nothing on the ground to prove that the K24 trillion Chakwera borrowed from the international community has done this and that in the country.
The commentator said arresting and prosecuting President Chakwera is another development Malawians are patiently waiting from the DPP led government warning it that if Chakwera is not arrested, then the government should stop arresting anyone.
“If Chakwera is not arrested, let no one in the country be arrested, the man has done a lot of criminal activities including sponsoring panga wielding thugs,” said Lwara.
He said the way President Chakwera has abused Malawians he deserves to be be-witched if the country has witches, or let Malawians who know how to bewitch someone go to him in revenging against the atrocities he has committed to innocent people in Malawi.Lwara said if someone will be complaining of President Chakwera’s arrest, that means the person is a witch and he does not deserve to live in Malawi but Malawians themselves are praying to see Chakwera landing in prison.
- Malawi Police Probe Disappearance of Presidential Dogs Amid Allegations of State Property Mismanagement
By: Burnett Munthali
Police are investigating the disappearance of four German Shepherds from the presidential Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe.
The dogs went missing during the political transition in September, a period marked by the handover of power from former President Lazarus Chakwera to President Peter Mutharika.
Godfrey Arthur Jalale, who served as State House deputy chief of staff under Chakwera, has been arrested in connection with the theft of the four dogs, although he denies the charge.
Authorities clarified that Chakwera himself has not been arrested, but police obtained a search warrant for his residence following information suggesting that the stolen animals might be kept there.
Chakwera, a pastor before entering politics, lost the September election to Mutharika, receiving 33% of the vote, and has maintained a low public profile since conceding defeat.
During this period, Malawi Congress Party (MCP) officials accused the current administration of harassing and intimidating the former president amid the investigation.
Local media have reported that the theft of state property affected not only Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe but also Sanjika Palace in Blantyre, the nation’s second-largest city.
The four German Shepherds, valued at approximately $2,300, were removed from the palace between 19 September and 4 October, according to state prosecutors.
Police said on Wednesday that they had intensified investigations following reports of property looting from Kamuzu Palace.
“The Malawi Police Service assures the public that the investigation is progressing smoothly,” the authorities stated in an official release.
Meanwhile, MCP Members of Parliament boycotted parliamentary sessions and gathered outside Chakwera’s residence amid speculation about a possible arrest, as local media reported.
Chakwera made his first public appearance last week when he accepted a Commonwealth appointment to assist in mediating post-election unrest in Tanzania.
President Mutharika, who served his first term from 2014 to 2020, campaigned on a promise of a “return to proven leadership,” which resonated strongly with voters.
He returned to office at a time when Malawi faces severe economic challenges, including fuel shortages and a lack of foreign currency reserves.
Observers note that Mutharika, now 85, has been rarely seen in public during his campaign, raising questions about his health and stamina to lead the country again.
The unfolding investigation into the missing dogs has ignited debate over accountability, transparency, and the protection of state property during political transitions.
The case continues to develop as authorities work to recover the stolen dogs and establish full facts surrounding the incident.
- MPS intensifies investigations on Kamuzu Palace’s looting
By Vincent Gunde
The Malawi Police Service (MPS) says it has intensified investigations following reports of property looting from Kamuzu Palace in Lilongwe, one of the State Residences claiming that one suspect, former Director of Security at State Residences Lieutenant Colonel Godfrey Arthur Jalale (Retird) 62, of Zulu village, T/A Zulu in Mchinji has since been arrested.
The MPS says the arrested suspect is allegedly on suspicion of theft of three Malinois and one Dutch Shepherd Dogs (Police Dogs) at the Kamuzu Palace and has already appeared before the Magistrate Court in Lilongwe and is currently on remand.
In a press statement dated 26th November, 2025 signed by Alfred Chimthere, Deputy national Police PRO, the MPS has dispels rumours circulating on social media alleging the arrest of former President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera assuring Malawians that there is no arrest warrant for the former President reminding all to confirm their stories with the Police’s official spokesperson to avoid circulating false and misleading stories in the social media.
“The Police have obtained a Search Warrant in pursuing evidence by the suspect that Police Dogs are being kept at the former president’s residence in Area 10,” reads the message in part.
Writing on his face book page, Deputy Minister for Homeland Security Norman Paulosi Chisale, says the official (a suspect being held under police custody has disclosed that the dogs are located in the former president- Dr. Lazarus Chakwera Residence.
Chisale says as the police were initiating efforts to retrieve the dogs from President Chakwera’s Kamuzu Palace Residents, the news reached Congress members, they abandoned the parliamentary proceedings at the Parliament Building to protest President Chakwera’s arrest by police.
“He has revealed that the Police Dogs are at the Residence of former President Dr. Lazars Chakwera,” reads Chisale’s writings on the wall.
And Julius Zimwanda Mithi of JFM news has reported to the entire nation that some State Residence vehicles are being hidden at one of the houses in Area 51- Lilongwe.
- Breaking: Police Swarm Former President Chakwera’s Lilongwe Residence Amid Questions
By Burnett Munthali
Former President Lazarus Chakwera’s residence in Lilongwe has been reportedly visited multiple times by officers from the Malawi Police Service (MPS), sparking concern among political circles.
A senior Malawi Congress Party (MCP) official told reporters that the officers arrived in three vehicles yesterday, but did not present any official documentation.
“The police came three times yesterday in Cruiser vehicles, and again today without proper authorization,” said the source, expressing frustration over the unusual visits.
He added, “That is not how you approach a former President. You inform the person and bring documentation. If it is about a court matter, we should be notified. This is unacceptable.”
The purpose of the police visits remains unclear, raising alarm among party officials and observers about adherence to legal and procedural norms.
Deputy National Police spokesperson Alfred Chimnthere has asked for time to investigate the matter before issuing an official statement.
The incident has ignited calls for transparency and strict adherence to proper protocols when dealing with former heads of state.
Observers note that this development may intensify scrutiny on law enforcement practices and political sensitivities in Malawi.
