By Burnett Munthali
The Malawi Congress Party (MCP) has expressed confidence despite the latest Afrobarometer survey results, which suggest that if elections were held today, the party would not secure a victory. In an interview with MIJ Online, Jessie Kabwira, the MCP spokesperson, dismissed the findings, emphasizing that the party still enjoys the trust and support of Malawians.
Kabwira argued that the MCP is the only political party in Malawi that has earned the trust of the people, claiming that it has achieved more for the country compared to other parties. She highlighted the government’s accomplishments under President Lazarus Chakwera’s leadership and insisted that the party’s track record and commitment to national development would carry it to victory in the 2025 general elections.
However, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), through its spokesperson Shadric Namalomba, responded by claiming that the survey results reflect the true sentiments of the people. Namalomba argued that the findings reveal a clear desire for change among Malawians, indicating that many are dissatisfied with the current administration’s performance.
Ernest Thindwa, a political analyst, weighed in on the situation, advising political parties to avoid dismissing or distorting the results of the Afrobarometer survey. Thindwa cautioned that the findings should be taken seriously, as they reflect the pulse of the nation, and urged parties to focus on addressing the genuine concerns of the electorate rather than engaging in unnecessary political rhetoric.
With the 2025 elections looming, political tensions are rising, and the Afrobarometer survey results have provided a snapshot of public opinion that will undoubtedly shape future campaigns. For now, both the MCP and the DPP are asserting their positions, each hoping to sway voters as they prepare for the upcoming election.
