By Staff Reporter

The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has delivered a blunt warning to members accused of acting outside the party’s established structures, with Secretary General Peter Mukhito insisting that party authority must be respected.

Mukhito made the remarks during a meeting between senior DPP officials and party members from districts across Malawi’s Southern Region, in a message that appeared aimed at individuals conducting activities without following the party’s leadership structures.

The DPP Secretary General said members must respect officials who were elected through the party’s national convention and warned against giving recognition to people who do not have legitimate authority within the party.Chitera says Mutharika is leading Malawi from “Bagamoyo” to “Canaan”

“Even ordinary people give undeserved respect to anyone. The leader of this country is Professor Peter Mutharika, while the rest of us have different responsibilities. Let us respect these positions. When some people come, do not receive them,” Mukhito said.

The remarks have put the spotlight on discipline and internal authority within the DPP, with Mukhito making it clear that individuals cannot simply operate independently while claiming to represent the party.

He said party members should follow the established chain of command and recognise the authority of those appointed or elected through official party processes.

Mukhito’s Warning

Mukhito’s intervention comes as the DPP continues organising its structures and mobilising members across the country.

His message was uncompromising: party members should not bypass recognised leadership or create parallel structures outside the authority of the party.Chiradzulu-Based Activist Suleman Chitera Calls on Mutharika to Recognise Loyal Activists and Journalists Ahead of Elections

Although Mukhito did not name the individuals he was referring to, his remarks have raised questions about who within the party may be operating independently and why the leadership felt compelled to issue such a public warning.

The Secretary General also appeared to challenge the practice of giving political prominence to individuals simply because they claim influence within the party.

He urged members to distinguish between legitimate party authority and individuals who may be seeking recognition without holding officially sanctioned positions.

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The meeting brought together several senior DPP officials and members from the Southern Region as the party seeks to strengthen coordination and discipline at grassroots level.

Among those present were DPP Deputy Regional Governor for the Southern Region Joseph Mwanamvekha, party Governor Charles Mchacha, Director of Operations Francis Mphepo and Northern Region Governor Christopher Mzomera Ngwira.

Mukhito’s remarks place party discipline firmly at the centre of the DPP’s current organisational agenda.Mukhito Says Malawians Await PAC Response Amid Electoral Concerns

The Secretary General stressed that leadership positions created through the party’s formal processes must be respected and that members should not allow individuals to operate as though they have authority when they have not been formally mandated.

‘Follow the Structure’

The central message from the meeting was clear: DPP members must follow the party structure.

Mukhito’s comments suggest that the party leadership is prepared to push back against activities it considers unauthorised and against individuals who attempt to establish influence outside officially recognised channels.

However, Mukhito did not identify the people he was referring to, and the DPP has not announced any disciplinary action against specific members.

The warning nevertheless adds a new layer to the political conversation surrounding the former ruling party, as its leadership works to maintain cohesion and a clearly defined chain of command.Breaking News: Fuel Price Increase Temporary, Says Analyst Suleman Chitera

For now, the question remains: who exactly was Mukhito warning—and what action could follow if the alleged indiscipline continues?