By Suleman Chitera
Lilongwe, Malawi – In the fast-changing political landscape of Malawi, Newton David Kambala has steadily carved out a reputation as one of the sharpest minds in the United Transformation Movement (UTM). Serving as a senior advisor to the party, Kambala is known for blending experience, vision, and resilience to guide UTM’s political direction.
Kambala, a respected entrepreneur and seasoned politician, is no stranger to Malawi’s corridors of power. As a former Minister of Energy, he brought both innovation and bold ideas to government, leaving an imprint of practicality and results-oriented leadership. Within UTM, he is seen as a strategist who combines grassroots understanding with national-level insights, offering counsel that strengthens the party’s appeal among Malawians.
Close associates describe him as a man who speaks less but delivers more. “When Kambala speaks in the UTM executive, people listen—because his words carry weight, they come from both experience and conviction,” said one party insider.
As Malawi heads toward the 2025 general elections, Kambala’s role is increasingly vital. He is quietly working behind the scenes, ensuring that UTM remains focused on issues that matter most to citizens—youth empowerment, job creation, and honest leadership.
For many, his journey from businessman to politician, and now to a trusted advisor, reflects the UTM spirit: bold, transformative, and unafraid to challenge the status quo.
In the words of one supporter at a recent rally: “Kambala is the engine oil in UTM’s machine—he keeps things running smoothly even when the road is rough
