By Burnett Munthali
A post on the popular Politics and Ideology WhatsApp platform by Dy/Dx has sparked conversation regarding the political positioning of Dr. Dalitso Kabambe within UTM, as members analyze the leadership dynamics within the party. In his message, Dy/Dx voiced his support for Dr. Kabambe but issued a word of caution on how the presidential hopeful handles political issues moving forward.
“Bwana Kabambe has my support, choopsya ndichoti panopa ku UTM he is not a decision maker,” Dy/Dx noted, pointing out that while Dr. Kabambe is an influential figure, he currently lacks formal decision-making power within UTM’s hierarchy. His statement reflects the reality that, despite Kabambe’s popularity and recent bold moves, the key decisions in UTM still rest elsewhere, a factor Kabambe must navigate carefully.
Dy/Dx continued by reminding Kabambe of his position as a UTM presidential hopeful, emphasizing that the political landscape requires tact and strategy. “Yes, analemba ngati iyeyo mwini koma asaiwale kuti ngakhale zilichomhco iyeyo ndi UTM presidential hopeful, zinthu he should treat zimenezo with care,” he remarked, suggesting that Dr. Kabambe’s actions and statements, while assertive, should be tempered with caution to avoid unnecessary conflict or misunderstandings within the party.
In his final remarks, Dy/Dx added that it is important for Dr. Kabambe to avoid divisive rhetoric, particularly at this critical juncture in his political career. “Mau awa osawanyoza,” he advised, reinforcing the need for diplomacy and unity as Kabambe continues to build his profile within UTM and Malawian politics more broadly.
As UTM navigates internal challenges and prepares for upcoming political milestones, voices like Dy/Dx’s are playing a key role in shaping the conversation around the party’s future and its leadership direction. For Dr. Kabambe, the balance between assertiveness and prudence will be essential in his rise as a potential presidential candidate.
