By Suleman Chitera
NTCHEU, Malawi – Former President Peter Mutharika, leader of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), has promised Malawians a “New Malawi” if his party secures victory in the September 17, 2025 elections.
Addressing thousands of supporters at a rally in Ntcheu, Mutharika said the DPP is ready to rescue Malawians from what he described as “economic suffering and failed leadership.”
“After September 17, we will start rebuilding this country. Malawians deserve better — food security, jobs, affordable fuel, and real development. That is the New Malawi we promise,” Mutharika declared.
Key Promises in the DPP Campaign
Economic stability – bringing back forex and fuel availability.
Food security – ensuring every Malawian household has enough to eat.
Youth empowerment – creating jobs and skills programs for the younger generation.
Infrastructure development – improving roads, schools, and hospitals.
Good governance – restoring trust and accountability in government institutions.
Mutharika emphasized that the Democratic Progressive Party manifesto will focus on reviving Malawi’s struggling economy, reducing the cost of living, and restoring hope for ordinary citizens.
Malawi Elections 2025: A Competitive Race
The promise of a “New Malawi” is expected to intensify the political race as Malawians prepare to choose between key presidential candidates, including incumbent President Lazarus Chakwera of the Malawi Congress Party (MCP), former Reserve Bank Governor Dalitso Kabambe, and former President Joyce Banda.
With less than a month before the polls, analysts say campaign promises such as Mutharika’s could strongly influence undecided voters
