Independent Candidate Milward Tobias Picks Henry Mdebwe as Running Mate for September 16 Polls
By Burnett Munthali Independent presidential candidate Milward Tobias has officially announced Henry Mdebwe as his running mate for the September…
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Milward Tobias Clears First Hurdle as MEC Approves His Presidential Nomination Papers
By Burnett Munthali The Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) has confirmed that the presidential nomination papers submitted by independent candidate Milward…
MEC Chairperson Justice Mtalimanja warns presidential candidates to respect code of conduct or face disqualification
By Burnett Munthali On the issue of the Electoral Code of Conduct, the Chairperson of the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC),…
A presidency of promises and posturing: Chakwera’s shaky response to national crises
By Burnett Munthali When Malawi was struck by natural disasters like Cyclone Ana and Cyclone Freddy, President Lazarus Chakwera responded…
AFORD President Enock Chihana urges opposition unity to unseat MCP in September Elections
By Burnett Munthali Alliance for Democracy (AFORD) President Enock Chihana has called on opposition leaders to form a united front…
Joyce Banda unveils PP Manifesto, promises to restore and rebuild Malawi
By Burnett Munthali Former President Joyce Banda has officially presented herself and the People’s Party (PP) as a credible alternative…
Joyce Banda highlights shared strengths with APM and DPP, calls for a return to proven leadership
By Burnett Munthali Former President Joyce Banda has spoken out about the strengths and qualities that she shares with former…
Joyce Banda’s People’s Party Launches Manifesto and campaign ahead of September Polls
The People’s Party (PP) has officially launched its manifesto and campaign today as part of its preparations for the highly…
58 days to decide: Malawi’s tight election clock, MEC’s nomination push, and the real test of readiness
By Burnett Munthali On 20 July 2025, the Malawi Electoral Commission (MEC) reminded the nation that just 58 days remain…
MEC under fire: Malawi’s electoral integrity battle moves to the courts
By Burnett Munthali The battle over the credibility of Malawi’s electoral technology has intensified as the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP)…