By Burnett Munthali
In a rare and exclusive encounter with reggae artist Merrium Queenfyah during the ‘One Love, One Malawi’ edutainment show held on Saturday, 5th July 2025, at Masintha Ground in Lilongwe.
In her powerful message, Queenfyah explained that the song she performed carried a direct message to people who are quick to judge others based on their religion.
She pointed out that Rastafarians are often misunderstood and criticized, with some claiming they follow a “lost” path.
However, she emphasized that Rastafarians are not the only group subjected to such judgment.
She noted that Muslims and Christians also face discrimination and ridicule from people of other faiths who believe their religion is holier than all others.
Queenfyah’s song challenges listeners to pause and reflect on a provocative question: What if your faith is wrong and the one you judge is right?
She urged people to question themselves honestly and approach others’ beliefs with humility and openness.
Backing her on stage were the dynamic stage performers from Ras Ndindi Mally’s team, who added energy and presence to her performance.
Queenfyah also shared that while she has not yet released a full album, she has recorded and released several singles.
Her music is available on major digital platforms including Spotify and Apple Music, making it accessible to a wider audience.
In her closing remarks, the reggae artist issued a heartfelt call to all Malawians to embrace love and unity.
She echoed the core message of the One Love, One Malawi event, urging citizens not to let politics divide them.
She reminded the audience that while politicians may argue and debate in Parliament, they still work together and show mutual respect.
Queenfyah stressed that ordinary Malawians should not let political disagreements turn into violence or hatred among themselves.
She said, “We may fight because of politics, but at the end of the day, everyone returns to their families—so why should we kill each other over politicians?”
She encouraged Malawians to promote peace, love, and understanding so that the country can move forward in unity.
Her message, delivered through both music and words, was a timely reminder that love transcends religion and politics—and that Malawi’s future depends on its people choosing peace over division.
